Beware Of Darkness
Marianne Faithfull · True [2000]
Beware of falling swingers
Dropping all around you
The pain that often mingles
In your fingertips, beware of darkness
(Beware of darkness)
Watch out now, take care
Beware of thoughts that linger
Winding up inside your head
The hopelessness around you
In the dead of night
Beware of sadness
It can hit you, it can hurt you
Make you sore and what is more
That is not what you are here for
Watch out now, take care
Beware of soft shoe shufflers
Dancing down the sidewalks
As each unconscious sufferer
Wanders aimlessly
Beware of Maya
Watch out now, take care
Beware of greedy leaders
They take you where you should not go
While Weeping Atlas Cedars
They just want to grow, grow and grow
Beware of darkness
(Beware of darkness)
Beware Of Darkness
Released on Marianne Faithfull's 2000 compilation True, 'Beware Of Darkness' stands as a haunting example of her late-career reinterpretation of classic rock and roll. The track features Faithfull's signature ethereal vocal delivery, characterized by a hauntingly intimate tone that contrasts sharply with the driving rhythm of the original recording. While the song's origins lie in the 1960s, Faithfull's version captures a matured artistry, blending her distinctive phrasing with the song's inherent melancholy. This rendition highlights her ability to transform familiar material into something entirely new, showcasing her enduring influence as a vocalist who prioritized emotional resonance over technical precision. The recording serves as a testament to her continued relevance and her unique capacity to evoke a sense of vulnerability and introspection within the genre.