Yesterday I posted a video of myself singing a new song at the Ryman in Nashville. I wrote this song when I first fell out of touch with my Dad. It’s been the source, as I mention on stage whenever I introduce the song, of immeasurable pain and confusion that I’ve tried to write myself out of. As some of you know, sometimes it’s not about total peace but acceptance.
The reason I wanted to post about this very vulnerable situation, is after my shows there’s always at least one person who comes up to me at the merch table and resonates with the lyrics. I always respond with ‘I’m sorry,’ because we’re sort of linked in this unfortunate way that ultimately, I had imagined to be quite rare.
It is on the new album, I’m keeping all of that close to my chest until January, because it’s short and I feel us musicians give everything away too soon! But until then I wanted to share the comfort this song gave me. Here’s the live version, from an unforgettable show, with a remarkably empathetic crowd.
As always, sending love.
Jx
V1
Found myself on the floor last night
You and me looked so alike
I don’t wanna be a thing like you
Burning bridges to tame the truth
Aah make a move
Aah why don’t you
Chorus
If I ever see your face
Hope that I’m not filled with hate
For all the hurt you gave and all the hell, hell.
I wish you well
I wish you well
V2
Write it down it’s the only way
Otherwise the words just escape
& I’m a kid all over again
Crying over everything you said
M8
When all the black and all the grey
Has come to pass and washed away
I hope I can love you again
When I am older than I am now
Will you be there to come around
I hope it is not too late
Jade, this is a beautiful song. I relate to this a great deal. Thank you for your vulnerability and also reminding us that acceptance can be just as fulfilling as peace.
That one is a tearjerker... Time goes by fast Jade. I wish you well!