Latter Days Over the Rhine

"Latter Days" by Over the Rhine, released in 2003, is a #Folk song that explores themes of love, longing, and the passage of time. The lyrics reflect on life's fleeting moments and the hope found in connection. Musically, it features rich instrumentation and emotive vocals. The song resonates with listeners for its introspective nature and poignant storytelling.

What a beautiful piece of heartache
This has all turned out to be
Lord knows we've learned the hard way
All about healthy apathy

I use these words pretty loosely
There's so much more to life than words

[Chorus]
There is a me you would not recognize, dear
Call it the shadow of myself
And if the music starts before I get there
Dance without me, you dance so gracefully
I really think I'll be okay
They've taken a toll, these latter days

Nothing like sleeping on a bed of nails
Nothing much here but our broken dream
Oh, but baby, if all else fails
Nothing is ever quite what it seems

And I'm dying inside to leave you
With more than just cliches

[Chorus]
There is a me you would not recognize, dear
Call it the shadow of myself
And if the music starts before I get there
Dance without me, you dance so gracefully
I really think I'll be okay
They've taken their toll, these latter days
They've taken their toll, these latter days

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