Marlene Dietrich's Favourite Poem
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sad eyed pearl and drop lips
glancing pierce through writer man
spoke hushed and frailing hips
her old eyes skim in creasing lids
a tear falls as she describes
approaching death with a yearning heart
with pride and no despise
hot tears flow as she recounts
her favorite worded token
forgive me please for hurting so
don't go away heartbroken no
don't go away heartbroken no
just wise owl tones no velvet lies
crush her velvet call
oh marlene suffer all the fools
who write you on the wall
and hold your tongue about your life
or dead hands will change the plot
will make your loving sound like snakes
like you were never hot
hot tears flow as she recounts
her favorite worded token
forgive me please for hurting so
my mother loved it so she said
sad eyed pearl and drop lips yeah
glancing pierce through writer man
spoke hushed and frailing lips yeah
old eyes skim in creasing lids
a tear falls as she describes
approaching death with a yearning heart
with pride and no despise
hot tears flow as she recounts
her favorite worded token
forgive me please for hurting so
Marlene Dietrich's Favourite Poem
Tori Amos's "Marlene Dietrich's Favourite Poem" stands as a distinctive song in her expansive discography, showcasing her signature blend of piano-driven artistry and introspective songwriting. The track reflects Amos's long-standing fascination with cultural icons and the intersection of music and literature, channeling the enigmatic allure of the German actress and singer. Recorded during a period of prolific creativity, the song exemplifies her ability to weave personal narrative with broader artistic homage. While the piece may not appear on a major studio album, it remains a compelling example of her work outside standard releases, offering listeners a glimpse into her eclectic influences. The recording captures the intimate, improvisational quality often found in her live performances and lesser-known studio experiments, reinforcing her status as a unique voice in contemporary alternative music.