Clairo

Lyrics

[Verse 1]
See me standing on the corner of Comstock and Waverly in a daze
Where I saw my brother speak for the first time since
He graduated in the spring
Got a cold piece of information to bring to you
Said, "Sorry, but I can't stay here while we wait for June"
I miss the southern Cosmos and the Zinnias, oh, the Zinnias

[Pre-Chorus]
It comes to me in a dream
In the dead heat and the suffocating wet grip
That's got a hold on my mama, it's Marietta's kiss

[Chorus]
Quietly, I'm tempted
Sure sounds nice to settle down for a whilе
Let the real еstate show itself to me
I could wake up with a baby in a sling
Just a couple doors down from Abigail
My sister, man and her ring

[Chorus]
Quietly, I'm tempted
Sure sounds nice to settle down for a while
Let the real estate show itself to me
I could wake up with a baby in a sling
Just a couple doors down from Abigail
My sister, man and her ringYou might also likeEmbed

If you are a fan of Clairo, then you should undoubtedly know that this track is one of the newest releases on her album Sling. The album exemplifies the music she makes, poppy and beautiful, yet soul searching and sorrowful. With the song 'Zinnias', Clairo went a step further and took a more contemplative stance as she reflects on what motherhood might mean to her and her relationships.

About Zinnias

Clairo's song, 'Zinnias' is an intricately woven, introspective masterpiece. Her lyrics in the chorus, where she mentions her sister, demonstrates the theme of motherhood. In the opening line, while she talks about her connection with her brother, the theme of distancing becomes more apparent. She remembers the days when she felt close to her brother, but those moments are long gone. She misses the camaraderie they had and is saddened by what they have become.

The song title comes from the Zinnia flower, known for blooming during the hottest summer months, specifically in June. It reminds us that despite the excruciating heat, the zinnias still manage to blossom and brighten up the day. She describes the relationship between herself and her brother as akin to the southern Cosmos flower. As the song plays out, Clairo compares herself to the zinnias flower, blooming despite everything going on in her life, while her brother, the southern cosmos, stays stagnant.

At a glance, Zinnias appears like a general reflection on a precious relationship that has gone awry. Upon intense scrutiny, the song delivers to us a self-reflection on Clairo's part. She questions herself and the choices she has made in life so far. She also contemplates the major life decisions she will have to make, particularly with regards to motherhood, and how they will impact her relationships.

The song's pre-chorus begins with the line “knowing you are out there somewhere makes me feel complete," which indicates that she misses her brother. The feeling of incompleteness is a constant theme throughout the entire song. Curiously, the chorus indicates that she might be willing to throw everything away to live a life where she might settle down with a child..

“I’ll trade it all off to have a kid with you, have a kid with you, I’ll trade it all off".

The morning has been long, and it appears Clairo has been doing a lot of soul searching. She is waiting for her brother, and as they interact, they drift further apart. This song is about a sibling relationship that has changed over time because of life's events. It suggests two people who used to know and get along with each other are at a point in their lives where they have little to say to each other. By the final part of the song, she realizes that in her heart, music is what she loves, and she would have stopped making music if not for her new album.

Upon analyzing the lyrics, you can feel Clairo's emotions all through the song, from the fear and apprehension regarding motherhood to missing her brother and the bond they used to share. It's a deep and insightful track, showcasing the growth and maturation of Clairo's sound as an artist.

Clairo's Zinnias is an example of how music can be soulful and introspective while also being an enjoyable track to listen to, on repeat. The themes of change and distance are common in our lives, and a lot of people can relate to it in one way or another. In the end, it all adds up to a fantastic listening experience that will leave you feeling fulfilled.

• Release Date: July 16, 2021
• Artist: Clairo