Elephant

Damien Rice · 9 [2006]

Well, this has got to die

This has got to stop

This has got to lie down

With someone else on top

Well, you can keep me pinned

'Cause it's easier to tease

But you can't paint an elephant

Quite as good as she

And she may cry like a baby

And she may drive me crazy

'Cause I am lately, lonely..

So why'd you have to lie?

I take it I'm your crutch

The pillow in your pillow case

It's easier to touch

When you think you're safe

You fall upon your knees

But you're still within your picture

you still forget the breeze,

and she may rise if I sing you down

And she may wisely lay claim to the ground

'Cause I am lately, horny..

So why would she take me?

Horny

(...)

Elephant

Elephant stands as a defining track from Damien Rice's 2006 album 9, marking a significant departure from the acoustic intimacy of his earlier work. The song showcases Rice's evolution toward a more expansive sound, blending his signature emotive vocals with a driving, percussive rhythm that builds into a powerful crescendo. This recording captures the artist's ability to balance raw vulnerability with dynamic intensity, creating a memorable listening experience that resonates deeply with audiences. As part of a critically acclaimed album, Elephant highlights Rice's skill in crafting songs that are both personally expressive and universally relatable. The track remains a cornerstone of his discography, illustrating his growth as a songwriter and performer during a pivotal era in his career.