Moses Sumney – Quarrel

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I found this artist thanks to Vinyl Me Please, a music club that sends out a limited edition album from a respectable artist on vinyl format to your residence once a month. This particular track strikes a chord with me as it reminds me of one of my most striking relationships. Be sure to follow the lyrics below the video.

Lyrics:

[Verse 1]
He who asks for much
Has much to give
I don’t ask for much
Just enough to live
But in the light
Morning will reveal the spoils of night
Through the walls of Jericho
Lies a heart of stone
With you, half the battle
Is proving that we’re at war
I would give my life just for the privilege to ignore

[Chorus]
Don’t call it a Lovers’ Quarrel
Don’t call it a Lovers’ Quarrel

[Verse 2]
To whom much is given
Much is required
Luxurious liver
You never inquire
It ain’t right, you see
Who is your family?
If I don’t have tools to fight
Calling this a quarrel isn’t right
Quoting this a quarrel
So immorally implies
We’re equal opponents
And we both antagonize

[Chorus]
Don’t call it a Lovers’ Quarrel
Don’t call it a Lovers’ Quarrel

[Chorus]
Don’t call it a Lovers’ Quarrel
Don’t call it a Lovers’ Quarrel

[Interlude]
We cannot be lovers
‘Cause I am the other
We cannot be lovers
Long as I’m the other

[Instrumental Outro]

Mr. Boats: "'Avoid the reeking herd! Shun the polluted flock! Live like that stoic bird, the eagle of the rock!' You know what that means, son?" -American Splendor

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