Digging In The Dirt
Peter Gabriel · New Blood [2011]
All the time it's getting strong
No way of dealing with this feeling
Can't go on like this too long
This time you've gone too far
This time you've gone too far
This time you've gone too far
I told you, I told you, I told you, I told you
This time you've gone too far
This time you've gone too far
This time you've gone too far
I told you, I told you, I told you, I told you
Don't talk back, just drive the car
Shut your mouth, I know what you are
Don't say nothing, keep your hands on the wheel
Don't turn around, this is for real
Digging in the dirt, stay with me, I need support
I'm digging in the dirt to find the places I got hurt
Open up the places I got hurt
The more I look, the more I find
As I close on in, I get so blind
I feel it in my head, I feel it in my toes
I feel it in my sex, that's the place it goes
This time you've gone too far
This time you've gone too far
This time you've gone too far
I told you, I told you, I told you, I told you
This time you've gone too far
This time you've gone too far
This time you've gone too far
I told you, I told you, I told you, I told you
Don't talk back, just drive the car
Shut your mouth, I know what you are
Don't say nothing, keep your hands on the wheel
Don't turn around, this is for real
I'm digging in the dirt, stay with me, I need support
I'm digging in the dirt to find the places I got hurt
To open up the places I got hurt
(Repeat)
Digging in the dirt to find the places we got hurt
Digging in the dirt to find the places we got hurt
Digging in the dirt to find the places we got hurt
Digging in the dirt to find the places we got hurt
Digging in the dirt to find the places we got hurt
Digging in the dirt to find the places we got hurt
Digging in the dirt to find the places we got hurt
Digging In The Dirt
Peter Gabriel's "Digging In The Dirt" appears on his 2011 album "New Blood," marking a return to his roots after years of electronic experimentation. The track reflects Gabriel's enduring connection to the earth and his history with the band Genesis, blending folk sensibilities with his signature vocal style. While the song does not directly reference his earlier work with Genesis, it resonates with listeners familiar with his earlier discography, particularly the spiritual and nature-themed compositions found in albums like "Secret World Live." The recording showcases Gabriel's ability to weave personal narrative with broader environmental themes, maintaining the emotional depth characteristic of his career. This piece stands as a testament to his continued exploration of organic sounds and lyrical storytelling, bridging the gap between his classical influences and contemporary pop production.