All We Ever Look For

Kate Bush · This Woman's Work Anthology 1978 - 1990 [1999]

Just look at your father

And you'll see how you took after him.

Me, I'm just another

Like my brothers

Of my mother's genes.

All they ever want for you

Are the things they didn't do.

All they ever wanted--a little clue.

All they ever wanted--the truth.

All they ever wanted--a little bit of you.

All they ever wanted,

But they never did get.

The whims that we're weeping for

Our parents would be beaten for

Leave the breast

And then the rest

And then regret you ever left.

All we're ever looking for

Is another open door.

All we ever look for--another womb.

All we ever look for--our own tomb.

All we ever look for--ooh, la lune.

All we ever look for--a little bit of you, too.

All we ever look for,

But we never do score.

All we ever look for--a god.

All we ever look for--ooh, a drug.

All we ever look for--a great big hug.

All we ever look for--a little bit of you.

All we ever look for--a little bit of you, too.

All we ever look for,

But we never do score

All We Ever Look For

All We Ever Look For stands as a poignant song in Kate Bush's expansive discography, reflecting her signature blend of art pop and introspective lyricism. Recorded during a prolific period of her career, the track showcases her unique ability to weave complex emotional narratives with distinctive vocal phrasing and atmospheric production. As part of her broader body of work, the song aligns with the thematic depth found in her celebrated albums, exploring universal desires and human connection through a sophisticated musical lens. Bush's approach to composition on this recording highlights her evolution as a songwriter who consistently challenges conventional pop structures. The piece remains a testament to her enduring influence on the genre, offering listeners a moment of quiet reflection within a catalogue defined by artistic innovation and emotional resonance.