Erased
Annie Lennox · Bare
Nothing ever took place between you and me
Yeah, nothing ever happened.
And if you see me walking down the street
I won't even recognize you
I'll just erase you from my memory
Put it all behind me becaue you are erased.
Oh, erased.
You'll be sitting on someone else's couch
You'll be eating off a stranger's plate
Everything is gonna get wiped out
Like a new start, like a brand-new, fresh clean slate, yeah.
Well here I go remembering again
all the anger and the blame
People in glass houses shouldn't throw those stones,
but something just flew through my windowpane.
I'll be in a brand-new pair of running shoes
and you'll be walking on down different street
in a brand new suit and a fresh clean shirt
making telephone calls
keeping in time with someone else's feet
Keeping in time with someone else's feet
Erased
Erased stands as a poignant song in Annie Lennox's solo discography, appearing on her 2003 album Bare. The track reflects the introspective and emotionally raw style that defines this period of her career, moving away from the polished pop of her earlier work toward a more stripped-back, soulful sound. As a key component of the Bare album, the song showcases Lennox's ability to convey deep vulnerability through her distinctive vocal delivery. The recording captures a moment of personal reflection, aligning with the album's broader themes of love, loss, and resilience. This work remains a significant part of her extensive catalogue, demonstrating her continued evolution as a solo artist and her capacity to craft enduring musical statements that resonate with listeners seeking emotional depth and artistic integrity.