Sea Of Red

Jandek · Other Songs - Jandek

I'm floating in a sea of red

Drowning down, can't get no air

And you done told me

I've got no life

I'm rolling my eyes

The last gasp is coming on

All over my body

There's a deep deep chill

It's been coming a long time

The rushing waters are still

It's hopeless to be here

Please take me away

I've finished my walking

I've finished my talking

I can't beg you no more

Let the red sea take me down

So I don't remember not a thing when I wake

There's nothing but goodbye

I've thought all I'm going to think

Take a conjecture

Snuff it out and see

All those glimpses of good things

Got away to the dark

I'm floating in a sea of red

Drowning down, can't get no air

Sea Of Red

Jandek's 'Sea Of Red' stands as a quintessential example of his enigmatic, minimalist approach to electronic music. Released in the late 1970s, the track exemplifies the stark, repetitive structures that define his discography, often characterized by sparse instrumentation and a haunting, detached vocal delivery. As a key component of his broader body of work, the recording reflects the artist's unique ability to create immersive soundscapes through minimalism, influencing subsequent generations of experimental and industrial musicians. The song remains a staple in discussions regarding the evolution of avant-garde electronic music, showcasing Jandek's commitment to creating unsettling yet mesmerizing auditory experiences that defy conventional categorization.