Lazarus
Lazarus

David Byrne, St. Vincent - Lazarus Lyrics

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Sep 10, 2012
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Lazarus Music Video

Lazarus Lyrics

Hey, Hey Lazarus
Working your backbone, swinging your shovel
Hey, Hey Lazarus
Gold in your river, there forever

One of these days I'm gonna bring the hammer down (cool water)
I'm working hard, but my heart is wearing out (cool water)

Hey, Hey Lazarus
Working your backbone, swinging that axe home
Hey, Hey Lazarus
Gold in your river, there forever

The captain's bell, it swings from side to side (cool water)
High on this hill, I'm working all the time (cool water)

(Grunting)

My hammer comes down hard on everyone (cool water)
I bring it down until my work is down (cool water)

Hey, hey Lazarus
Water won't do, too deep was the stain

Paleolithic hunters sang this song (cool water)
To give them strength to work the whole day long (cool water)
I am the tramp slummed in your doorway
I didn't come to set you free

One of these days when all my work is done (cool water)
I'm gonna rest in the lap of Abraham (cool water)
You will not see my face come morning
I didn't come to set you free

Writer(s): ANNIE CLARK, DAVID BYRNE
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who collaborated on the song 'Lazarus'?

    'Lazarus' is a collaborative work by David Byrne and St. Vincent, who are both renowned musicians and have paired their talents on this track.

  2. What is the style of instrumentation in 'Lazarus'?

    The song is notable for its use of brass instrumentation, a characteristic element in the album 'Love This Giant', which reflects the collaborative work between David Byrne and St. Vincent.

  3. What album features the track 'Lazarus'?

    The song 'Lazarus' is part of the album 'Love This Giant', which was released in September 2012 in collaboration between David Byrne and St. Vincent.

  4. What themes are explored in the song 'Lazarus'?

    While an analysis of the themes is not provided, the lyrics of 'Lazarus' suggest themes of hard work, perseverance, and a journey for freedom in a symbolic and poetic narrative style.

  5. How were the lyrics for 'Lazarus' created?

    David Byrne and St. Vincent composed the lyrics together both in person and through email exchanges, allowing them to develop an entire album's worth of material including 'Lazarus'.

  6. Has 'Lazarus' been performed live?

    The duo embarked on the Love This Giant Tour between September 2012 and September 2013, featuring complex choreography and live performances of tracks from the album, potentially including 'Lazarus'.

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