When Under Ether
PJ Harvey
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The ceiling is moving Moving in time Like a conveyor belt Above my eyes When under ether The mind comes alive But conscious of nothing But the will to survive I lay on the bed Waist down undressed Look up at the ceiling Feeling happiness Human kindness The woman beside me Is holding my hand I point at the ceiling She smiles so kind Something's inside me Unborn and unblessed Disappears in the ether This world to the next Disappears in the ether One world to the next Human kindness
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Written by: Polly Jean Harvey
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10 facts about this song
Artist Background"When Under Ether" is a song by PJ Harvey, an English musician, and songwriter known for her powerful, emotionally charged songs.
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Album InformationThe song is from her album "White Chalk," which was released in 2007. It's the seventh studio album by the artist.
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Song ThemeThe song is said to be about a woman undergoing an abortion, although there's room for interpretation.
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Unique Style"When Under Ether" showcases the artist's shift from alternative rock to more piano-driven melodies, a departure from her earlier guitar-heavy music.
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Inspired CompositionThe lyrics and title of the song reference the use of Ether as an anesthetic, which reflects the overall theme of the album about a person in a dreamlike state or under a spell.
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Popular ReceptionIt was the first single from the album "White Chalk" and well-received by critics for showcasing a different style of PJ Harvey.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song reportedly show the influence of gothic literature, a genre of fiction that focuses on death and horror.
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PerformancesPJ Harvey has performed the song at many of her concerts and it has also made several appearances in her set-list on tours.
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Musical ElementsThe song primarily features a simple arrangement of piano chords accompanied by Harvey's soft vocals.
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Chart RankingsUpon release, the song ranked high on various music charts across the globe and broadened Harvey's fanbase.
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