Ones
Devendra Banhart · Oh Me Oh My... [2002]
Ones the softest calming lagoon
The others he's dancing
Ones the I's the O's and the rings
While the others the movement
Ones the sway it slips and sings
The mantles and the blankets
Its four and four time to sing some more
It eight and eight time to celebrate
Better not be late
Don't ya miss it
Don't ya miss it at all
Ones
Devendra Banhart's 'Ones' appears on his 2002 album Oh Me Oh My..., a pivotal recording that helped establish his reputation within the folk and psychedelic scenes. The track reflects the intimate, acoustic-driven sound that characterized his early work before he gained wider international recognition. Banhart's songwriting during this period often blended whimsical imagery with a distinct, raw vocal delivery, setting the stage for his subsequent explorations in albums like Cripple Crow and Smokey Rolls Down Thunder Canyon. This recording captures the artist at a formative moment, showcasing the delicate textures and unconventional phrasing that would become hallmarks of his discography. 'Ones' stands as a testament to Banhart's unique approach to indie folk, offering listeners a glimpse into the creative foundation that supported his later, more expansive musical projects.