Gwen Stefani

Lyrics

[Verse 1]
You, you know how to get me so low
My heart had a crash when we spoke
I can't fix what you broke
And you, you always have a reason
Again and again, this feeling
Why do I give in?

[Pre-Chorus 1]
And I always was, and always was one for crying
I always was one for tears

[Chorus 1]
The sun's getting cold, it's snowing
Looks like an early winter for us
Looks like an early winter for us
An early winter
Oh, I need you to turn me over

[Verse 2]
It's sad the map of the world is on you
The moon gravitates around you
The seasons escape you

[Pre-Chorus 2]
And I always was, and always was one for crying
I always was one for tears
No, I never was, and never was one for lying
You lied to me all of these years
[Chorus 1]
The sun's getting cold, it's snowing
Looks like an early winter for us
Looks like an early winter for us
An early winter
Oh, I need you to turn me over

[Bridge]
Why?
Why do you act so stupid?
Why?
You know that I'm always right

[Chorus 2]
It looks like an early winter for us
It hurts and I can't remember sunlight
An early winter for us
The leaves are changing color for us

[Outro]
And it gets too much, yeah, it gets so much
Starting over, and over, and over again
And it gets too much, yeah, it gets so much
Starting over, and over, and over again
And it gets too much, yeah, it gets so much
Starting over, and over, and over again
And it gets too much, yeah, it gets so much
Starting over, and over, and over again

Early Winter by Gwen Stefani is a heartfelt song that made its way into her second album, The Sweet Escape. This song is an emotional ride as it describes the decline of a love affair that at one point seemed like it would go the distance. Stefani gives a vivid image of how the feelings that she and her partner once shared are extinguishing.

About Early Winter

The song Early Winter is an amazing work of art as it tells a story of love that has gone sour. It is a track that showcases Gwen’s songwriting abilities and her unique voice. The song was released on October 27th, 2008, through Interscope records and made it to the top of the charts. The song was produced by Nellee Hooper and co-written by Gwen Stefani alongside Teedra Moses, Tim Rice-Oxley, and Keane’s lead singer, Tom Chaplin.

Early Winter takes us on a journey through the changing stages of a relationship. Stefani compares the splendor of summer to the sweet and loving moments that she once shared with her partner. She then uses the wintry weather as a metaphor for the end of the relationship as the leaves begin to fall and the sun fades away, which signifies the sadness that comes with losing someone dear to you. The song contains soaring violins, clinking piano, and lyrics that can make anyone feel their pain and come to terms with their feelings.

Early Winter is a song that captures the raw emotions and the reality of saying goodbye to a lost love. Gwen cuts to the bone on this track, painting a vivid picture of the sadness that comes with accepting the end of an intimate relationship. Speaking about the song in an interview, Stefani revealed that the idea came to her when she was on her way to London.

“It was written off the back of a talk I had on the phone," she said. "I was in the car, and it came over the radio. They started playing the chords, and I was like, 'Wow, what is this? This is incredible.' I Am one of those people that goes off vibes a lot, and it just captured me. I think I must have written some of it in my BlackBerry (laughs). I wrote it with Keane's Tim Rice-Oxley and kind of fast co-wrote some of the lyrics with him and some of it myself, and it was done. And to me, honestly, it's one of the most heartbreaking songs on the record.”

Gwen Stefani went on to describe how the song represented a turning point in her life. She had been in a relationship with Gavin Rossdale, the lead singer of the band Bush, for over a decade, and it was coming to an end. She revealed that the lyrics of the song were very personal and represented the turmoil that was happening in her life at the time.

The song’s profound lyrics such as “Early winter you, you know how to get me so low, my heart had a crash when we spoke,” perfectly encapsulate the feeling of deep sadness and loneliness that comes with losing love. The melody is soulful, with the piano and violins weaving in and out, creating a feeling of warmth and sadness at the same time.

In terms of music video, the song didn’t have too much of a dramatic visual display. The video is shot in black and white and focuses primarily on Stefani's emotions rather than having an actress to play the part. Stefani puts on a captivating performance as she sings about her heartbreak while walking and running in slow motion through the rain. It's visually stunning and matches the song’s mood perfectly.

Storytelling is a key element of this song, and Stefani tells a compelling story of lost love poetically. Early Winter is an emotional ride that's both vibrant and insightful. Stefani’s vocals and the poignant lyrics transport the listener to a place of raw emotions, leaving them feeling the sadness and ache of losing love.

Bottomline

Early Winter by Gwen Stefani is one of the most heartfelt and emotional songs on the planet. It's a reminder that even the most beautiful and loving of relationships can crumble, leaving people lost and alone. The song’s poetic lyrics, soulful melody, and Gwen Stefani's powerful performance make it an unforgettable masterpiece.

• Release Date: January 18, 2008
• Artist: Gwen Stefani