Let The Mystery Be
10,000 Maniacs · Campfire Songs: The Popular, Obscure & Unknown Recordings [2004]
[ From her debut album: Infamous Angel ]
Chorus:
Everybody's wondering what and where they all came from
Everybody's worrying 'bout where they're gonna go
When the whole thing's done
Nobody knows for certain,
And so it's all the same to me
I Think I'll just let the mystery be
Some say once gone, you're gone forever
Some say you're gonna come back
Some say you rest in the arms of the Savior
If in sinful ways you lack
Some say that they're comin' back in a garden
Bunch of carrots and little sweet peas
I Think I'll just let the mystery be
Some say they're going to place called Glory
And I ain't sayin' it ain't a fact
But I've heard that I'm on the road to purgatory
And I don't like the sound of that
I believe in love and I live my life accordingly
But I choose to let the mystery be
Let The Mystery Be
Released on the 2004 compilation Campfire Songs, 'Let The Mystery Be' by 10,000 Maniacs stands as a quintessential example of the band's atmospheric indie-folk sound. The track features the group's signature blend of ethereal vocals and lush, layered instrumentation, characteristic of their work during the early-to-mid 1990s. While the song does not appear on their major studio albums, its inclusion on this collection highlights the breadth of their discography beyond their primary releases. The recording captures the band's ability to evoke a sense of quiet wonder and introspection, themes often explored in their songwriting. It remains a staple for fans seeking the group's more intimate and moody side, distinct from their more upbeat tracks found elsewhere in their catalog.