Gracious
Ben Howards Lyrics
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When everything around you's changing like the weather
A big black storm
And who would you turn to?
Oh had I a ghost, a shadow at the most, would you let me know?
'Cause I don't want to
Trouble your mind with the childish design of how it all should go
But I love you so
I'll be here, you know
'Cause you said ours were the lighthouse towers
The sand upon that place
Darling, I'll grow weary, happy still
With just the memory of your face
Oh, gracious goes the ghost of you
And I will never forget the plans and the
Silhouettes you drew here, no
Gracious goes the ghost of you, my dear
Oh, how would you know?
When everything around you is bruised and battered
Like the cold night storm
And where would you turn to?
Oh had I a ghost, a shadow at the most, would you tell me so?
'Cause I, I adore you so when it all comes clear
The wind is settled, I'll be here, you know
'Cause you said ours were the lighthouse towers
The sand upon that place
Darling, I'll grow weary, happy still
With just the memory of your face
Oh, Gracious goes the ghost of you
And I will never forget the plans and the
Silhouettes you drew here and
Gracious goes the ghost of you, my dear
Oh, gracious goes the ghost of you
And I will never forget the plans and the
Silhouettes you drew here and
Gracious goes the ghost of you, my dear
In "Gracious" by Ben Howard, the singer ponders about how to navigate the constant changes in life but finds solace in the love of someone close to him. He questions how one can know where to turn when everything seems to be in flux, and asks if the person he loves would let him know if they needed help. He admits that he doesn't want to burden them with his own worries, but still loves them deeply. The singer reassures the person that he will be there for them once things settle down, citing their shared history and memories together. The song ends with a repetition of the phrase "Gracious goes the ghost of you", emphasizing the idea of reminiscing on the past and holding onto the memory of the person even if they are no longer present.
The lyrics of "Gracious" are poetic and poignant, with rich imagery of storms, lighthouses, and silhouettes. The theme of change and uncertainty is something that many people can relate to, and Howard's words capture the feeling of wanting to hold onto something steady in the midst of chaos. The repetition of the line "Gracious goes the ghost of you" gives the song a haunting quality, as if the memory of the person being sung to is slowly fading away.
Line by Line Meaning
How would you know?
How can you be certain of anything in a constantly changing world?
When everything around you's changing like the weather
The world around us is always in flux and can change rapidly and unpredictably.
A big black storm and where'd you turn to?
In times of turmoil, where can we find shelter or guidance?
Or hide a ghost, a shadow at the most, would you let me know?
Sometimes we feel haunted or pursued by past traumas or fears, and it can help to confide in someone about them.
'Cause I don't want to trouble your mind with the childish
The artist doesn't want to burden their loved one with trivial worries or concerns.
Design of how it all should go, but I love you so
While they don't have all the answers, the singer is committed to their love and will support their partner through anything.
When it all comes clear, when the wind is settled
In hindsight, when everything becomes clear and the chaos has settled down, things may make more sense.
I'll be here, you know
The artist will be there for their partner no matter what happens.
'Cause you said ours were the lighthouse towers
The artist and their partner have a strong connection and foundation for their relationship, like the firm structure of a lighthouse.
The sand upon that place
Their love is also like the gentle, shifting sands on a beach - always changing but constant in some way.
Darling I'll grow weary, happy still
The singer may become tired or worn out, but their love for their partner will still bring them joy and comfort.
With just the memory of your face
Memories of their partner sustain the artist even when they are not physically present.
Gracious goes the ghost of you
The singer acknowledges the passing of time and changes in their relationship with their partner.
And I will never forget the plans and the
Even as things change, the singer will always cherish the memories and moments they shared with their partner.
Silhouettes you drew here and
The image of their partner is still strongly etched in the singer's mind.
Gracious goes the ghost of you, my dear
The artist bids farewell to the memory of their partner, but they will always remain in their heart and mind.
When everything around you's bruised and battered
The world can be harsh and unforgiving, leaving us bruised and damaged from its trials.
Like the cold night storm and where would you turn to?
In times of hardship or despair, it can be difficult to find a source of warmth or comfort.
Or hide a ghost, a shadow at the most, would you tell me so?
We may try to conceal our pain or fears from those around us, but it is important to seek help and share our burdens with others.
I, I adore you so when it all comes clear
The artist loves their partner deeply and will stand by them through thick and thin.
The wind is settled, I'll be here, you know
Once the turbulence and uncertainty of life subsides, the artist will still be there for their partner.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Benjamin John Howard
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Mentalcheez
How would you know?
When everything around you's changing like the weather,
A big black storm.
And who would you turn to?
Or hide a ghost, a shadow at the most, would you let me know?
Cause I don't want to,
To trouble your mind with the childish design of how it all should go.
But I love you so,
But it all comes clear, when the wind is settled, I'll be here, you know.
Cause you said ours were the lighthouse towers
The sand upon that place
Darling I'll grow weary, happy still
With just the memory of your face
Gracious goes the ghost of you
And I will never forget the plans and the
Silhouettes you drew here and
Gracious goes the ghost of you
My dear
And how would you know?
When everything around you's bruised and battered
Like the cold night storm.
And who would you turn to?
Or hide a ghost, a shadow at the most, would you tell me so?
Cause I, I adore you so
When it all comes clear, the wind is settled, I'll be here, you know.
Cause you said ours were the lighthouse towers
The sand upon that place
Darling I'll grow weary, happy still
With just the memory of your face
Gracious goes the ghost of you
And I will never forget the plans and the
Silhouettes you drew here and
Gracious goes the ghost of you
My dear
Gracious goes the ghost of you
And I will never forget the plans and the
Silhouettes you drew here and
Gracious goes the ghost of you
My dear
@eyshilasantos7631
Como você iria saber?
Quando tudo a sua volta está mudando como o clima
Uma grande tempestade negra
E pra onde você iria?
Ou esconder um fantasma, uma sombra no máximo, você me deixaria saber?
Porque eu não quero
Perturbar sua mente com a plano infantil de como isso tudo deveria ser
Mas eu te amo tanto
Quando tudo ficar claro, quando o vento se acalmar, eu estarei aí, você sabe
Porque você disse que eram nossas, as torres dos faróis
A areia sobre aquele lugar
Querida, eu vou ficar acabado, e ainda assim feliz
Só com a memória do seu rosto
Gracioso se vai o fantasma de você
E eu nunca vou esquecer os planos
E as silhuetas que você desenhou aqui e
Gracioso se vai o fantasma de você
Minha querida
Como você iria saber?
Quando tudo a sua volta está ferido e surrado
Como a fria tempestade noturna
E pra onde você iria?
Ou esconder um fantasma, uma sombra no máximo, você me falaria?
Porque eu te adoro tanto
Quando tudo ficar claro, quando o vento se acalmar, eu estarei aí, você sabe
Porque você disse que eram nossas as torres dos faróis
A areia sobre aquele lugar
Querida, eu vou ficar acabado, e ainda assim feliz
Só com a memória do seu rosto
Gracioso se vai o fantasma de você
E eu nunca vou esquecer os planos
E as silhuetas que você desenhou aqui e
Gracioso se vai o fantasma de você
Minha querida
Gracioso se vai o fantasma de você
E eu nunca vou esquecer os planos
E as silhuetas que você desenhou aqui e
Gracioso se vai o fantasma de você
Minha querida
@bossds1796
It’s weird, I’ve been feeling really down the past few weeks and coming back and listening to Ben’s music makes me feel strangely alive. I think this feeling is what music was meant to be, transcendent. Very deep without trying and able to be related to by all
@bullesavon
Yellow, always forever ♥ (i don't even count how many times I've read those books anymore)
@barmcam
L look lj
Pomoo look ory look look
@emyuh1349
After you finish green... come back and listen to this. The fees😭💛💙💚
@aesshole876
Yeah my tuition fees...
@xnmelives
Thank you Ben Howard<3 This song is helping me bring love to a broken heart...oh the value of lyrical music!
@analisarios9019
yellow💛,blue💙, green💚
@ivannavargas5801
+Analisa Rios Green? I don´t understand... It's other part of yellow?
@analisarios9019
+ivanna vargas yep. it's the third book in the trilogy.
@analisarios9019
+ivanna vargas yellow is the first book, blue is the second, and green is the last