613
Asaf Avidan · Different Pulses [2012]
Is that I will always love me more
What I need when I bleed just to drown you
Is that someday you'll become a shore
It's my wave that will crave and will pull you
And another that will push you back
We will be just a sea they can sail through
They can split us but we never crack
On occasions our sea will swallow
613 shades of sad
And occasionally we'll be just shallow
Enough for them to see the things we had
Twenty thousands different leagues of sorrow
They will surface but we'll let them drown
And the moon will lift our holy bodies
And we'll live as one
With the rate and the weight that I pound you
You will tell me that you understand
Every shell I'll propel just to spite you
You will break it and you'll turn to sand
We will be just a sea and a shoreline
We won't need no words, we'll have the tide
I will bleed and I'll plead that I miss you
Even though you'll never leave my side
On occasions our sea will swallow
613 shades of sad
And occasionally we'll be just shallow
Enough for them to see the things we had
Twenty thousands different leagues of sorrow
They will surface but we'll let them drown
And the moon will lift our holy bodies
And we'll live as one
613
Asaf Avidan's "613" serves as a pivotal track on his 2012 album *Different Pulses*, marking a significant evolution in his musical direction. Following the indie-folk roots of his earlier work with *The Reckoning*, this recording embraces a more polished, pop-inflected sound that characterizes his mature career. The song features Avidan's signature blend of introspective lyricism and melodic sensibility, delivered with a production style that bridges the gap between intimate storytelling and radio-ready catchiness. Released during a period where Avidan was refining his identity beyond his previous indie persona, the track exemplifies his ability to craft songs that resonate emotionally while maintaining a distinct sonic signature. It stands as a testament to his growth as a songwriter and performer, offering a glimpse into the creative process behind his later discography.