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Bled White
Elliott Smith

ELLIOTT SMITH

- Bled White Lyrics

I'm a color reporter
(Rose City on the 409)
But the city's been bled white
(White city on the yellow line)
And the doctor orders
(Drinking to distraction's just a waste of time)
Drinks all night to take away this curse
But it makes me feel much worse

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So I wait for the F-Train
(White city on the yellow line)
And connect through a friend of mine
(White city to a friend of mine)
To a yesterdaydream
(Yesterday a dream was just a waste of time)
'Cos I'd have to be high to track the sunset down
And paint this paling town
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So here it comes with a blank expression
'Specially for me, 'cos he knows I feel the same
'Cos happy and sad come in quick succession
I'm never going to become what you became

Don't you dare disturb me
(Don't complicate my peace of mind)
While I'm balancing my past
(Don't complicate my peace of mind)
'Cos you can't help or hurt me
(The anger, being mean was just a waste of time)
Like it already has, I may not seem quite right
But I'm not f*cked, not quite

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Who wrote Bled White lyrics?


Bled White is written by Steven P. Smith.
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When was Bled White released?


It is first released on August 24, 1998 as part of Elliott Smith's album "Xo" which includes 14 tracks in total. This song is the 6th track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind Bled White lyrics?


When we try to interpret the meaning, Elliott Smith's song 'Bled White' illustrates the feeling of being completely drained and overwhelmed by life's difficulties through the metaphor of being bled white. The lyrics show a battle with mental distress, trying to find relief in temporary means like drinking and reminiscing about the past, all the while recognizing the complexities of feelings like joy and sorrow that can rapidly change. The recurring mention of being 'bled white' indicates a condition of emotional draining and weakness, the main character dealing with old hurt and the challenge of getting serenity in the midst of strife. Bled white lyrics predominantly underscore angst, heartbreak, despair, contemplation and solitude. On the other hand, the song claims identity struggle, escapism and coping mechanisms as well as emotional conflict to be significant issues. Lyrics deal with the topics of drug use and emotional struggles, which are not deemed appropriate for kids below 13. Moreover, the choice of words and the alcohol and distress references implicate a more adult audience.
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Which genre is Bled White?


Bled White falls under the genre Alternative.
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How long is the song Bled White?


Bled White song length is 3 minutes and 22 seconds.
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Songwriter(s): Steven P. Smith
Record Label(s): 1998 SKG Music L L C
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