To Talk To You
PJ Harvey · White Chalk [2007]
How I miss you
Under the earth
Wish I was with you
To talk to you
To talk to you
I found somebody
Tried to give myself to
Many times
I wanted to talk to you
If I lay on the earth
Could you hear
Oh grandmother
I'm so lonely
All my life
If I lay on the earth
Could you hear then
If I lay...
Mary...
To Talk To You
PJ Harvey's "To Talk To You" stands as a haunting centerpiece on the 2007 album *White Chalk*. Recorded during a period marked by her intense exploration of spiritualism and the occult, the track exemplifies her signature blend of gothic rock and ethereal vocals. The song features a distinctive, rhythmic guitar work that drives a narrative of intimate yet unsettling connection, characteristic of Harvey's late-career output. It reflects her ongoing fascination with the supernatural and the human condition, delivered through a raw, emotive performance that has become a staple of her discography. The recording captures the atmospheric tension found in her work from the early 2000s, maintaining a distinct identity within the broader landscape of alternative and indie rock.

