In the Margins
In the Margins

Ani DiFranco - In the Margins Lyrics

Ani DiFranco's evocative lyrics delve into themes of self-reflection, existential contemplation, and the fleeting nature of beauty. The song explores a deep connection between the narrator and a "rare bird," symbolizing moments of unexpected inspiration or… Read more

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Aug 8, 2006
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In the Margins Lyrics

Such an intent stare
One eye at a time
Your talons like fish hooks

You are a rare bird
The kind I wouldn't even mind
Writing in the margins of my books

Sometimes I see myself
Through the eyes of a stray dog
From an alley across the street
And my whole mission just seems so finite
My whole saga just seems so cheap

I mean I know that now is all there is
And love just makes you cry
So I live for the sight of a rare bird
Suddenly flying by

And I meet your stare
One eye at a time
Writing in the margins of my mind

Sometimes I see myself
Through the eyes of a stray dog
From an alley across the street
And my whole mission just seems so finite
My whole saga just seems so cheap

And that's when your song calls to me
From way up in a tree
And I look up and the whole world
Is as it should be

Writer(s): ANI DIFRANCO
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
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Ani DiFranco's evocative lyrics delve into themes of self-reflection, existential contemplation, and the fleeting nature of beauty. The song explores a deep connection between the narrator and a "rare bird," symbolizing moments of unexpected inspiration or unique encounters that bring clarity and meaning to life. Viewing herself through the eyes of a stray dog, she grapples with feelings of insignificance and the transient nature of her pursuits. Yet, these rare glimpses of beauty and serendipity restore her sense of purpose and wonder. #ExistentialReflection #EphemeralBeauty #SelfDiscovery

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