Down By The Water
PJ Harvey · L Tunes - Music From And Inspired By The L Word [2007]
To that little girl
So much to me
And now I moan
And now I holler
She'll never know
Just what I found
That blue eyed girl (That blue eyed girl)
She said "no more" (She said "no more")
That blue eyed girl (That blue eyed girl)
Became blue eyed whore (Big blue eyed whore)
Down by the water (Down by the water)
I took her hand (I took her hand)
Just like my daughter (Just like my daughter)
See her again (See her again)
Oh help me jesus
Come through this storm
I had to lose her
To do her harm
I heard her holler (I heard her holler)
I heard her moan (I heard her moan)
My lovely daughter (My lovely daughter)
I took her home (I took her home)
Little fish, big fish, swimming in the water.
Come back here, man, gimme my daughter.
Little fish, big fish, swimming in the water.
Come back here, man, gimme my daughter.
Little fish, big fish, swimming in the water.
Come back here, man, gimme my daughter.
Little fish, big fish, swimming in the water.
Come back here, man, gimme my daughter.
Little fish, big fish, swimming in the water.
Come back here, man, gimme my daughter.
Little fish, big fish, swimming in the water.
Come back here, man, gimme my daughter.
Little fish, big fish, swimming in the water.
Come back here, man, gimme my daughter.
Little fish, big fish, swimming in the water.
Come back here, man, gimme my daughter.
Down By The Water
PJ Harvey's "Down By The Water" serves as a haunting centerpiece on her 2007 collaborative album, L Tunes, which explores themes of queer identity and urban life. The track exemplifies Harvey's signature blend of atmospheric rock and introspective songwriting, utilizing her distinctive vocal delivery to convey raw emotion. Recorded in the mid-2000s, the song reflects her continued evolution as an artist who merges poetic lyricism with a gritty, textured sound. It stands as a significant contribution to her discography, capturing the mood of its era while maintaining her unique artistic voice. The recording showcases her ability to craft intimate narratives that resonate deeply with listeners, solidifying her reputation as a pivotal figure in alternative and indie music.