Blood And Fire
Indigo Girls · Other Songs - Indigo Girls
Leaning over ledges only two flights up
Cutting my heart, burning my soul
Nothing left to hold
Nothing left but blood and fire
You have spent nights thinking of me
Missing my arms but you needed to leave
Leaving my cuts, leaving my burns
Hoping I'd learn
Blood and fire are too much for these restless arms to hold
And my nights of desire are calling me back to your fold
And I'm callin you, calling you, from 10,000 miles away
Won't you whet my fire with your love, babe?
I am looking for someone who can take as much as I give
Give back as much as I need and still have the will to live
I am intense, I am in need, I am in pain, I am in love
I feel forsaken, like the things I gave away
But blood and fire are too much for these restless arms to hold
And my nights of desire are calling me back to your fold
And I'm callin you, callin you, from 10,000 miles away
Won't you whet my fire with your love, babe?
I am intense, I am in need, I am in pain, I am in love
I am intense, I am in need, I am in pain, I am in love
I am intense, I am in need, I am in pain, I am in love
But blood and fire are too much for these restless arms to hold
And my nights of desire are calling me back to your fold
And I'm callin you, callin you, from 10,000 miles away
Won't you whet my fire with your love, babe?
Won't you whet my fire with your love, babe?
Whet my fire with your love...
Blood And Fire
Indigo Girls' 'Blood And Fire' stands as a defining track from their collaborative era, blending folk-rock instrumentation with the duo's signature introspective lyricism. Recorded during a period of heightened political awareness and social activism, the song reflects the band's commitment to addressing contemporary issues through accessible yet profound musical storytelling. The track exemplifies their ability to merge acoustic warmth with driving rhythms, creating a sound that resonates deeply with audiences while maintaining a distinct identity separate from their earlier solo or collaborative projects. As part of their broader discography, the recording showcases the group's versatility and enduring relevance in the folk and alternative music landscape.