Silent All These Years
Silent All These Years

Tori Amos - Silent All These Years Lyrics

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Silent All These Years Lyrics

Excuse me, but can I be you for a while?
My dog won't bite if you sit real still
I got the Anti-Christ in the kitchen yellin' at me again
Yeah, I can hear that
Been saved again by the garbage truck
I got something to say, you know, but nothing comes
Yes, I know what you think of me, you never shut up
Yeah, I can hear that

But what if I'm a mermaid
In these jeans of his with her name still on it
Hey, but I don't care
'Cause sometimes, I said sometimes I hear my voice
And it's been here silent all these years

So you found a girl who thinks really deep thoughts
What's so amazing about really deep thoughts?
Boy you best pray that I bleed real soon
How's that thought for you
My scream got lost in a paper cup
You think there's a heaven where some screams have gone
I got twenty-five bucks an' a cracker
Do you think it's enough to get us there

'Cause what if I'm a mermaid,
In these jeans of his with her name still on it
Hey, but I don't care
'Cause sometimes, I said sometimes I hear my voice
And it's been here silent all these

Years go by, will I still be waiting
For somebody else to understand
Years go by, if I'm stripped of my beauty
And the orange clouds raining in my head
Years go by, will I choke on my tears
'Til, finally there is nothing left
One more casualty, you know we're too easy, easy, easy

Well, I love the way we communicate
Your eyes focus on my funny lip shape
Let's hear what you think of me now
But, baby, don't look up, the sky is falling
Your mother shows up in a nasty dress
Hmm, it's your turn now to stand where I stand
Everybody lookin' at you, here taken hold of my hand
Yeah, I can hear them

But what if I'm a mermaid
In these jeans of yours with her name still on it
Hey, but I don't care
'Cause sometimes, I said sometimes I hear my voice
I hear my voice, I hear my voice, and it's been here
Silent all these years
I've been here
Silent all these years
Silent all these
Silent all these years

Writer(s): Tori Amos
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who originally inspired Tori Amos to write 'Silent All These Years'?

    Tori Amos initially wrote 'Silent All These Years' with Al Stewart in mind to sing it. Her then-boyfriend Eric Rosse heard it and convinced her that it was her life story, prompting her to claim the song as her own.

  2. What is the 'bumble bee piano tinkle' in 'Silent All These Years'?

    The 'bumble bee piano tinkle' refers to the light, recognizable piano riff that occurs during the verses of 'Silent All These Years.' Tori Amos calls it this because it evolved from a familiar piano exercise that tormented her as a child.

  3. Why was 'Silent All These Years' re-released multiple times?

    In the UK, 'Silent All These Years' was re-released after the success of 'Winter,' peaking at #26. In the US, it was re-released as a fundraising single for RAINN, featuring both the original album version and a live version from 'The Concert for RAINN.'

  4. What was the concept behind the music video for 'Silent All These Years'?

    Directed by Cindy Palmano, the video features Tori Amos tumbling in a box, which symbolizes a simplified version of Alice in Wonderland. The video includes impersonal shots of objects and imparts a modern, clean look. It was nominated for four MTV Video Music Awards in 1992.

  5. What role did Tori Amos' niece play in the creation of 'Silent All These Years'?

    Tori Amos' niece, Cody, inspired aspects of the song. They shared Hans Christian Andersen's 'The Little Mermaid' story, which highlighted themes of losing one's voice. This realization helped Amos reclaim her own voice during a challenging period in her career.

  6. How did 'Silent All These Years' perform on the UK charts?

    After initially being released as a B-side, 'Silent All These Years' entered the UK charts at #51. Following the success of 'Winter,' the song was re-released and reached #26, making it Tori Amos' first significant chart entry in the UK.

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