It's You
PJ Harvey · Uh Huh Her [2004]
I'm not feeling well
Can I step out
For a little while?
But I go missing
I steal away
And I go kissing
In the alleyway
All I want to do
And all I want to grow up to be
Is all caught up with you
Look what you're doing to me
Oh dearest young man
Teach me sweetheart
How to love you
I'm a clever girl
You've got me lying
You've got me leaving home
You've got me crying
When I'm alone
When I'm not with you my dreams are so very dark
When I'm not with you I dream of my hair falling out
When I'm not with you I walk dark tunnels of my heart
When I'm not with you everything comes apart
When I was younger
I spent my days
Wondering to whom
I was supposed to pray
It's you?
It's You - PJ Harvey
Released on the 2004 album Uh Huh Her, PJ Harvey's 'It's You' stands as a haunting centerpiece of her later work. The track exemplifies her signature blend of gothic pop and experimental rock, characterized by her distinctive, often faltering vocal delivery and atmospheric production. Recorded during a period where Harvey explored darker, more introspective themes, the song reflects her ability to weave personal narrative with broader existential dread. Its inclusion on Uh Huh Her, a collection of previously unreleased material, highlights her commitment to revisiting and refining her catalog. The recording serves as a testament to her enduring influence on alternative music, showcasing a maturity that balances raw emotion with sophisticated sonic textures.