Tenderversion
Bear Quartet · Early Years [2003]
Feeling hollow again did you ever care
It's a pile of air, life rearrange
It's a tender version whenever you change
You can never fill me up
You stand in the rain with a pair of scissors in your brain
Try not to think of all the people you had to drain
Nobody likes what you've done to your hair
But I hate you too much to pretend that I care
You can never fill me up
I keep Mary's number under my forehead
In dreams I walk with you through a spectre of filth
Tenderversion - Bear Quartet
From the Bear Quartet's 2003 album Early Years, "Tenderversion" stands as a defining piece of their early electronic pop catalog. The track exemplifies the group's signature blend of indie sensibilities and synthesized textures, capturing the raw energy of the early 2000s digital sound. Released alongside other notable works like "Open The Door, Open" and "Gay Icon," the song reflects the quartet's commitment to crafting intimate yet expansive sonic landscapes. Its placement within the Early Years collection highlights their evolution from experimental noise to polished, emotive pop during this formative period. The recording remains a testament to their ability to merge personal expression with contemporary production techniques, influencing a generation of indie electronic artists who followed.