Griselda
Yo La Tengo · Fakebook
wearing the dress that moonlight shines through.
I am a sad and lonely boy ,
since your mother said I couldn't see you.
Slipping through the wood in the dark of the night,
calling to the moon out yonder
O Lady Moon won't you shine a silver light, and lead me to my Griselda.
Do you recall last night Griselda?
Learning the lessons nature taught us.
Watching the fish up the lake,
it was lovely till your mother caught us.
Slipping through the wood in the dark of the night,
calling to the moon out yonder
O Lady Moon won't you shine a silver light, and lead me to my Griselda.
Moonflower find upon the window,
give me a foothold for my finding.
IÂ’ve got a row boat on the lake.
Fishing around and all the sun was shining.
Slipping through the wood in the dark of the night,
calling to the moon out yonder
O Lady Moon won't you shine a silver light, and lead me to my Griselda.
IÂ’ve got a jug of wine Griselda.
Why must you waste your time in sorrow?
Hold out your hand; have no fear.
If weÂ’re caught, IÂ’ll marry you tomorrow.
Slipping through the wood in the dark of the night,
calling to the moon out yonder
O Lady Moon won't you shine a silver light, and lead me to my Griselda.
Slipping through the wood in the dark of the night,
calling to the moon out yonder
O Lady Moon won't you shine a silver light, and lead me to my Griselda.
Griselda
Griselda stands as a defining track from Yo La Tengo's 1990 album Fakebook, capturing the band's early mastery of indie rock textures. During this period, the group was refining a sound that balanced dreamy atmospheres with sharp, melodic precision. The recording showcases their ability to weave intricate guitar lines with a steady, driving rhythm that became a hallmark of their evolving style. As part of a discography that would later span decades, this song reflects the creative energy of the early 1990s alternative scene. It remains a significant song in their catalogue, demonstrating the songwriting depth that would eventually lead to wider critical acclaim. The track exemplifies the band's commitment to crafting music that is both intimate and expansive, securing its place within their broader body of work.