What The Pillar Of Salt Held Up
American Music Club · Other Songs - American Music Club
It's high and far away
Your blue sky by the moon
It takes my breath away
Why do you choose
What you choose to throw away into the undertow
A happiness like we'll never know
You can overcome your bitterness and pain
And you don't remember how
To start your life again
You were born to please
Born to put on a show
But you always run away
From a happiness like we'll never know
No hiding place in all the sky
No camouflage to keep you warm at night
No clothes you got seem to keep out the wind or the rain
No way out from your shame
The take-off makes no sound
As you fly away with that look on your face
That gives it all away
Secrets that the sea would never tell the soul
But where the current flows
A happiness like we'll never know
What The Pillar Of Salt Held Up
American Music Club, led by the late Mark Eitzel, carved a distinct space within the American alternative and indie rock landscape. Known for a sound that often balances melancholic introspection with raw, emotive delivery, the band's discography reflects a deep engagement with themes of longing and personal history. 'What The Pillar Of Salt Held Up' stands as a testament to this enduring artistic vision, showcasing the group's ability to craft atmospheric recordings that resonate with listeners. The track fits within a broader catalogue that includes acclaimed albums like Mercury and San Francisco, where the band explored similar sonic territories. This song exemplifies the band's commitment to lyrical depth and musical texture, offering a moment of reflection that aligns with their established reputation for creating poignant, memorable work.