Lilac Wine
Jeff Buckley · X2 (Grace/mystery White Boy) [2009]
I lost myself on a cool damp night
I gave myself in that misty light
Was hypnotized by a strange delight
Under a lilac tree
I made wine from the lilac tree
Put my heart in its recipe
It makes me see what I want to see
And be what I want to be
When I think more than I want to think
Do things I never should do
I drink much more that I ought to drink
Because it brings me back you
Lilac wine
Is sweet and heady
Like my love
Lilac wine
I feel unsteady
Like my love
Listen to me
I cannot see clearly
Isn't that she
Coming to me
Nearly here
Lilac wine
Is sweet and heady
Where's my love
Lilac wine
I feel unsteady,
Where's my love
Listen to me
Why is everything so hazy
Isn't that she
Or am I just going crazy, dear?
Lilac wine
I feel unready for my love
Feel unready
For my love
I gave myself in that misty light
Was hypnotized by a strange delight
Under a lilac tree
I made wine from the lilac tree
Put my heart in its recipe
It makes me see what I want to see
And be what I want to be
When I think more than I want to think
Do things I never should do
I drink much more that I ought to drink
Because it brings me back you
Lilac wine
Is sweet and heady
Like my love
Lilac wine
I feel unsteady
Like my love
Listen to me
I cannot see clearly
Isn't that she
Coming to me
Nearly here
Lilac wine
Is sweet and heady
Where's my love
Lilac wine
I feel unsteady,
Where's my love
Listen to me
Why is everything so hazy
Isn't that she
Or am I just going crazy, dear?
Lilac wine
I feel unready for my love
Feel unready
For my love
Lilac Wine
Jeff Buckley's 'Lilac Wine' stands as a haunting centerpiece on the 2009 compilation 'X2 (Grace/mystery White Boy)'. Recorded during his final sessions, the track exemplifies Buckley's signature blend of folk and rock, characterized by his ethereal vocal delivery and intricate guitar work. The song reflects the introspective and melancholic tone prevalent in his later catalog, drawing upon themes of longing and spiritual yearning that permeated his discography. As a standalone recording, it captures the raw emotional intensity Buckley brought to his performances, resonating deeply with listeners who appreciate his unique interpretation of classic material and original compositions alike.