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Jay Farrar — Different Eyes
Album: Sebastapol
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Released: 2001
Length: 3:08
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Would the clouds in your head all fade away
Would song and dance start and find a parade
Would the shroud of turin be upstaged
Would the pull of the earth be enough of a weight
Would it be crystal clear to gauge

If I raised my hand for the wrongs, raised my hand for the wrongs
Raised my hand for the wrongs, raised my hand for the wrongs.

It's more a question of different eyes
Looking in the same old places
A horizontal stretch of movement
Catching up then caught but losing
It's a native tongue equation.

If I raised my hand for the wrongs, raised my hand for the wrongs
Raised my hand for the wrongs, raised my hand for the wrongs.

Tales of life like it's Mardi Gras
Unprescribed sedation
Pushed to the brink of something
Fanbelts squeal when they're loosening
It's a native tongue equation.

Raised my hand for the wrongs, raised my hand for the wrongs
Raised my hand for the wrongs, raised my hand for the wrongs.
Comments (52)add comment
 Sjaaks wrote:
Sounds somewhat like Son Volt...

{#Think}

 
Well, it is Son Volt, more-or less: same singer/front-man.
Posted 8 years ago by Proclivities    [ Reply ]
 TimeWaster wrote:
 physicsgenius wrote:
It's good to see this guy expand his skills from his former career making slacks.
 
{#Clap}{#Cheesygrin}

We miss you, physicsgenius. Come back....



 
No.  We really don't.
Posted 9 years ago by dwhayslett    [ Reply ]
Wow...is this guy talented!
Posted 9 years ago by Foot    [ Reply ]
 Cynaera wrote:
Okay - he's got a rather nasal voice, with no discernable vibrato.  And I like it.  Jackson Browne doesn't have a vibrato, either, and it used to bug me no end, because even I have a vibrato when I sing - but now, I'm not so critical about that.  It's what a song says to me that makes me love it or ignore it.  This song says something to me. Not sure what yet, so I'll need a few more listens. It's very melodic, though, which is a huge plus. And it makes me feel good. {#Sunny}
 
Maybe he cut his musical teeth singing in an ensemble where vibrato is verboten (unless you're soloing). Or maybe it's just a natural thing, as you suggest. (Presuming your're still engaged with us RPers from beyond, Cynaera; to think otherwise fails.)
Posted 10 years ago by Carl    [ Reply ]
8----->9

next 
Posted 10 years ago by rdo    [ Reply ]
 Cynaera wrote:
Okay - he's got a rather nasal voice, with no discernable vibrato.  And I like it.  Jackson Browne doesn't have a vibrato, either, and it used to bug me no end, because even I have a vibrato when I sing - but now, I'm not so critical about that.  It's what a song says to me that makes me love it or ignore it.  This song says something to me. Not sure what yet, so I'll need a few more listens. It's very melodic, though, which is a huge plus. And it makes me feel good. {#Sunny}

 
Way to put it.
Rest well Cynaera.

I love this song.
Posted 11 years ago by KurtfromLaQuinta    [ Reply ]
 zipper wrote:

I think he's saying shut your piehole and listen.

  {#Clap}


Posted 13 years ago by Cynaera    [ Reply ]
Yawn...nothin special...{#Confused}
Posted 13 years ago by nicolewe    [ Reply ]
Okay - whoever originally posted these lyrics is clearly not internet-savvy. They shout, they don't use punctuation of any type.  But, here they are. Have fun slogging through them.  I still like this song, even though I can't make much sense out of these heiroglyphics. {#Lol}

DIFFERENT EYES WOULD THE CLOUDS IN YOUR HEAD ALL FADE AWAY WOULD SONG AND DANCE START AND FIND A PARADE WOULD THE SHROUD OF TURIN BE UPSTAGED WOULD THE PULL OF THE EARTH BE ENOUGH OF A WEIGHT WOULD IT BE CRYSTAL CLEAR TO GAUGE IF I RAISED MY HAND FOR THE WRONGS RAISED MY HAND FOR THE WRONGS RAISED MY HAND FOR THE WRONGS RAISED MY HAND FOR THE WRONGS IT'S MORE A QUESTION OF DIFFERENT EYES LOOKING IN THE SAME OLD PLACES A HORIZONTAL STRETCH OF MOVEMENT CATCHING UP THEN CAUGHT BUT LOSING IT'S A NATIVE TONGUE EQUATION IF I RAISED MY HAND FOR THE WRONGS RAISED MY HAND FOR THE WRONGS RAISED MY HAND FOR THE WRONGS RAISED MY HAND FOR THE WRONGS TALES OF LIFE LIKE IT'S MARDI GRAS UNPRESCRIBED SEDATION PUSHED TO THE BRINK OF SOMETHING FANBELTS SQUEAL WHEN THEY'RE LOOSENING IT'S A NATIVE TONGUE EQUATION RAISED MY HAND FOR THE WRONGS RAISED MY HAND FOR THE WRONGS RAISED MY HAND FOR THE WRONGS RAISED MY HAND FOR THE WRONGS
Posted 14 years ago by Cynaera    [ Reply ]
Okay - he's got a rather nasal voice, with no discernable vibrato.  And I like it.  Jackson Browne doesn't have a vibrato, either, and it used to bug me no end, because even I have a vibrato when I sing - but now, I'm not so critical about that.  It's what a song says to me that makes me love it or ignore it.  This song says something to me. Not sure what yet, so I'll need a few more listens. It's very melodic, though, which is a huge plus. And it makes me feel good. {#Sunny}
Posted 14 years ago by Cynaera    [ Reply ]
 Cruzan wrote:
Every bit as awful as Sun Volt........
I cant find anything appealing about this song.

  I know, I'm trying to like this song — it's semi-decent — but I keep hearing Son Volt-Drown in the back of my head while this is playing..... (which is NOT a good thing)  {#No}


Posted 14 years ago by socalhol    [ Reply ]
 sdn wrote:
Jay! What the heck are you saying?
"Raise my hand for the wrongs"?
"Raise my hand for the rolls"?
"Raise my hand for the Rons"?
 
Its an arty euphemism for, "I raise my finger to the trolls. . . "


Posted 14 years ago by vandal    [ Reply ]
 physicsgenius wrote:
It's good to see this guy expand his skills from his former career making slacks.
 
{#Clap}{#Cheesygrin}

We miss you, physicsgenius. Come back....




Posted 14 years ago by TimeWaster    [ Reply ]
Although they have gone in different directions, I really like both Farrar and Tweedy.  I don't have this album yet though, so really nice to hear a track.
Posted 14 years ago by Darbuka    [ Reply ]
 Sjaaks wrote:
Sounds somewhat like Son Volt...

{#Think}
  Every bit as awful as Sun Volt........
I cant find anything appealing about this song.

Posted 14 years ago by Cruzan    [ Reply ]
Sounds somewhat like Son Volt...

{#Think}
Posted 14 years ago by Sjaaks    [ Reply ]
 sdn wrote:
Jay! What the heck are you saying?
"Raise my hand for the wrongs"?
"Raise my hand for the rolls"?
"Raise my hand for the Rons"?
 
I guess his diction fell off and he's proud of it. 
Posted 14 years ago by TerryS    [ Reply ]
 sdn wrote:
Jay! What the heck are you saying?
"Raise my hand for the wrongs"?
"Raise my hand for the rolls"?
"Raise my hand for the Rons"?
 
I think he's saying shut your piehole and listen.

Posted 14 years ago by zipper    [ Reply ]
Jay! What the heck are you saying?
"Raise my hand for the wrongs"?
"Raise my hand for the rolls"?
"Raise my hand for the Rons"?
Posted 14 years ago by sdn    [ Reply ]
 Rickvee wrote:
Completely agree. Tweedy doesn't hold a candle to Farrar. He does have a great publicist however.
 
They are both great and they are not in competition with one another.  

Posted 15 years ago by h8rhater    [ Reply ]
 ScottishWillie wrote:
Is this Mr Son Volt?
 

Yes.
Posted 15 years ago by samrex    [ Reply ]
Is this Mr Son Volt?
Posted 15 years ago by ScottishWillie    [ Reply ]
Son Volt
Posted 15 years ago by peter_james_bond    [ Reply ]
yeah...
Posted 16 years ago by lily34    [ Reply ]
{#Puke}
Posted 16 years ago by Excelsior    [ Reply ]
Neil Young called. He wants his style back.
Posted 16 years ago by out_to_lunch    [ Reply ]
horstman wrote:
Bill Goldsmith really, really likes Jay Farrar, Son Volt . . . and also Jeff Tweedy and Wilco and Uncle Tupelo. As do I.
Me three! I really like this one.
Posted 16 years ago by KurtfromLaQuinta    [ Reply ]
Bill Goldsmith really, really likes Jay Farrar, Son Volt . . . and also Jeff Tweedy and Wilco and Uncle Tupelo. As do I.
Posted 17 years ago by horstman    [ Reply ]
RobK wrote:
Not to be neg but he blows Jeff Tweedy out of the water in my opinion.
Completely agree. Tweedy doesn't hold a candle to Farrar. He does have a great publicist however.
Posted 17 years ago by Rickvee    [ Reply ]
gypsy222 wrote:
What is it about Jay Farrar - he could sing the phone book and I would love it - his voice truly moves me. I love everything he has ever done.
We're in agreement on that one, the guy is really good. Not to be neg but he blows Jeff Tweedy out of the water in my opinion.
Posted 18 years ago by RobK    [ Reply ]
Gregorama wrote:
Son Volt reunited, at least temporarily for gigs at the South by Southwest music festival here in Austin last week. I don't know if they are planning other gigs or not. Sadly, I missed the show!
They are back together and as good as ever -- well, at least Farrar and another group. He's fantastic. The new CD is great, and they were very much ON in concert -- saw them 2 weeks ago.
Posted 18 years ago by SCprof    [ Reply ]
mntr wrote:
Just listen to it more. I had the exact same reaction to the album at first. Sebastopol's a very dense record with alot of tracks to get through. It takes some effort but after awhile its subtle greatness, from start to finish, starts coming clear.
Stated perfectly. It took me years to really get into Sebastapol but now I really like it. Upon initial listens I had trouble sticking through it to the end because it is dense with material. Nowadays I know what to listen for.
Posted 18 years ago by BKardon    [ Reply ]
gypsy222 wrote:
What is it about Jay Farrar - he could sing the phone book and I would love it - his voice truly moves me. I love everything he has ever done.
I agree!
Posted 18 years ago by meadowwoods    [ Reply ]
sounds like a happy elliott smith.
Posted 19 years ago by laughingflower    [ Reply ]
droning..
Posted 19 years ago by yashpheh    [ Reply ]
Son Volt reunited, at least temporarily for gigs at the South by Southwest music festival here in Austin last week. I don't know if they are planning other gigs or not. Sadly, I missed the show!
Posted 19 years ago by Gregorama    [ Reply ]
man, i love this song!
Posted 19 years ago by KurtfromLaQuinta    [ Reply ]
Farrar is good but his voice starts to drone over the course of a sitting - Sebastopol is a good enough record but something about his voice ..... :?: :-k
Posted 20 years ago by Daveinbawlmer    [ Reply ]
It's good to see this guy expand his skills from his former career making slacks.
Posted 20 years ago by physicsgenius    [ Reply ]
i'm usually a big fan of Sun Volt and Uncle Tupe... but this track just isn't doing anything for me.
Posted 20 years ago by Platypus    [ Reply ]
still not a great fan of this album. i just can't connect with it like farrar's other work. i like terrior blus much better. but still, sebastapol has a few great songs.
Posted 20 years ago by downbylaw    [ Reply ]
UncleChig wrote:
I'm hoping MTR is correct, I love the stuff he did with Uncle and Son, but have felt that his direction has been meandering around in his solo work. Terroir Blues is a big listen that I may never get throught. How much effort do I need to fully digest Sebastapol MTR ? ?
Not that much - I love this album. Has a great feel and vibe. It's not that long either. If you like the Uncle Tupelo stuff, you will like this album. Give it a go! :D
Posted 20 years ago by gypsy222    [ Reply ]
I'm hoping MTR is correct, I love the stuff he did with Uncle and Son, but have felt that his direction has been meandering around in his solo work. Terroir Blues is a big listen that I may never get throught. How much effort do I need to fully digest Sebastapol MTR ? ?
Posted 21 years ago by UncleChig    [ Reply ]
This is my favorite song from \"Sebastapol\". Thanks for playing it.
Posted 21 years ago by ontheroadid    [ Reply ]
he\'s got a new one out called \"terrior blues act\". it\'s not as upbeat as \"sebastapol\", but there\'s a song called \"california\" on it that would sound good here on paradise.
Posted 21 years ago by KurtfromLaQuinta    [ Reply ]
Here\'s to Farrar and his excellent albums through all these years. How about hearing some Uncle Tupelo? I believe it\'s still his (and Tweedy\'s) best work
Posted 21 years ago by shevek    [ Reply ]
i really liked this song......big wilco fan too.... i\'m gonna have to pick this one up......
Posted 21 years ago by heyhowyadoin    [ Reply ]
What is it about Jay Farrar - he could sing the phone book and I would love it - his voice truly moves me. I love everything he has ever done.
Posted 21 years ago by gypsy222    [ Reply ]
Is it just me or does this guy sound like the TMBG vocalist? Q
Posted 21 years ago by Queue    [ Reply ]
hey, it's my song. i think i'm being placated... great song, though. the album was dissapointing, i expected a lot more from the frontman of both uncle tupelo and son volt, but there are a couple gems on it.
Posted 21 years ago by downbylaw    [ Reply ]