Sloth
Marianne Faithfull · Other Songs - Marianne Faithfull
Will she now ? ... will our anna pull herself together ?
(lazy bones are for the devil's stockpot¡º)
For she was always quite a one for an armchair;
(lazy bones are for the devil's stockpot¡º)
Unless you came and hauled her off the mattress
(lazy bones are for the devil's stockpot¡º)
The lazy slug would lie in bed all morning.
(lazy bones are for the devil's stockpot¡º)
Otherwise, anna is, we must admit, a most respectful child.
(lazy bones are for the devil's stockpot¡º)
Did what she was told and showed affection for her parents.
(lazy bones are for the devil's stockpot¡º)
This is what we told her when she left home:
(lazy bones are for the devil's stockpot¡º)
"think of us, and mind you keep your nose down
to the grindstone."
(lazy bones are for the devil's stockpot¡º)
O lord, look down upon our daughter,
Show her the way that leads the good to thy reward,
In all her doings preserve her and comfort her,
Incline her heart to observe all thy commandments
That her works on earth may prosper.
Sloth - Marianne Faithfull
Released in 1966, 'Sloth' stands as a defining track from Marianne Faithfull's early solo career, capturing the raw vulnerability and introspective mood characteristic of her work during the mid-1960s. The song reflects the personal turmoil and emotional complexity that often permeated her recordings, serving as a poignant exploration of inertia and despair. As part of her broader discography, 'Sloth' exemplifies the intimate, confessional style she brought to the forefront, distinguishing her from the more polished pop acts of her era. Its enduring appeal lies in its authentic delivery and the universal resonance of its themes, cementing its place within her legacy as a significant voice in British rock and folk history.