Goodbye England (Covered in Snow)
Laura Marling
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You were so smart then In your jacket and coat. My softest red scarf was warming your throat. Winter was on us, At the end of my nose, But I never love England more than when covered in snow. And a friend of mine says it's good to hear you believe in love even if set in fear Well I'll hold you there brother and set you straight I wont make believe that love is frail and willing to break. I will come back here, Bring me back when I'm old. I want to lay here forever in the cold. I might be cold but I'm just skin and bones And I never love England more than when covered in snow. I wrote my name in your book, Only god knows why, And I bet you that he cracked a smile, And I'm clearing all the stuff out of my room, Trying desperately to figure out what it is that makes me blue, And I wrote an epic letter to you, But it's 22 pages front and back and it's too good to be used And I tried to be a girl who likes to be used I'm too good for that. There's a mind under this hat, And I called them all and told them I've got to move. Feel like running Feel like running, Running off. And we will keep you We will keep you little one, Safe from harm, Like an extra arm you are part of us. You were so smart then In your jacket and coat And my softest red scarf was warming your throat. Winter will leave us, Left the end of my nose, So goodbye old England 'till next years snow.
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Written by: LAURA BEATRICE MARLING
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15 facts about this song
Artist Background"Goodbye England (Covered in Snow)" is a single by British folk artist Laura Marling, who started her career at a very young age of 16, quickly earning wide recognition for her mature songwriting.
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Song ReleaseThe song was released in the United Kingdom for digital download on 11th December 2009.
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Song PopularityDespite not hitting the top of the charts, the song has been well-liked and acclaimed critically. It carries an overall positive rating on various music platforms.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Goodbye England (Covered In Snow)" was directed by Chris Moyes and uploaded to Marling's official YouTube channel in December 2009 which has garnered hundreds of thousands views over the years.
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Song StoryThe song sees Marling expressing feelings of nostalgia and love for her home country. It's a moving, poetic tribute to her homeland and its particular beauty in the wintertime.
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Cover ArtThe cover art of the song showcases an aerial view of England covered in snow, reinforcing the title and main theme of the song.
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Noteable LyricsNoteworthy lyrics include "You were so smart then / in your jacket and coat. / My softest red scarf was warming your throat..." portraying a romantic, nostalgic remembrance.
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Song StructureThe song’s structure is verse-chorus, a common structure in folk music.
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InstrumentationFeaturing simple instrumentation with guitar and piano, Marling's voice carries the melody of "Goodbye England (Covered in Snow)."
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Re-releaseThe song was re-released on 28th November 2010, almost a year after the original issue.
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Vinyl VersionThe vinyl release of "Goodbye England (Covered in Snow)" also included a live version performed at York Minster.
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Music StyleIt falls under the indie-folk genre, a classification aligning with Laura Marling’s typically minimalist, acoustic style.
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ReceptionThough not widely popular, "Goodbye England (Covered in Snow)" is loved by Marling's fans and has a special place in the indie-folk genre, often played during the winter season.
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AwardsLaura Marling, the artist, has been nominated for multiple Brit Awards with significant recognition in the UK and globally. However, this particular song didn't win any awards.
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Song InspirationThis song was inspired by Laura Marling's love for her homeland England.
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