We Float
PJ Harvey · 90210 Music Season 02 [2009]
We wanted success
Until nothing was enough
Until my middle name was excess
And somehow I lost touch
When you went out of sight
When you got lost into the city
Got lost into the night
I was in need of help
Heading to black out
'Til someone told me run on in honey
Before somebody blows your goddam' brains out
You shop-lifted as a child
I had a model's smile
You carried all my hopes
Until something broke inside
But now we float
Take life as it comes
So will we die of shock?
Die without a trial
Die on Good Friday
While holding each other tight
This is kind of about you
This is kind of about me
We just kind of lost our way
But we were looking to be free
But one day we'll float
Take life as it comes
We Float
On the 2009 album 90210 Music Season 02, PJ Harvey delivers 'We Float,' a haunting track that exemplifies her signature blend of ethereal vocals and dark, atmospheric production. The song reflects her ongoing exploration of isolation and emotional vulnerability, utilizing sparse instrumentation to create a sense of weightlessness amidst a backdrop of urban decay. Harvey's distinctive voice soars over the recording, establishing a mood that is both intimate and expansive. This work continues her tradition of crafting complex sonic landscapes where personal narrative meets abstract soundscapes, reinforcing her status as a pivotal figure in alternative rock and art pop. The track stands as a testament to her ability to evoke profound feelings through minimalistic yet emotionally charged arrangements.