Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Lili Franko-Eshet Keshet



Yes. When I first heard this song I was blown away by the sharp music and poetic lyrics which I found very refreshing. I later learned that the lyrics are a translation to Lee Hazlewood's classic Rainbow Woman which was also covered by Miles Kane. Lili Franko not only succesfuly translated the song but also gave it an excellent musical interpretation. Very badass and 100% rock. I love it. More Lili Franko here.

Original lyrics:
I saw her reflection in the shadow of the sun
Listening to the cadence of a dying drummers' drum

She knew I was coming nearer, she said no but I did not hear her
Rainbow woman, rainbow, rainbow woman, woman
Rainbow woman

When I heard her laughter I was more than some surprised
In her smile was sadness there was laughter in her eyes

Self respect is absent in a lonely man's mirage
Love is sometimes given in a salty tear corsage

Make the gods that made her claim her, she comes and goes and so I named her
Rainbow woman, rainbow, rainbow woman, woman
Rainbow woman

2 comments:

  1. a very good song! way better then the original. Thank you for that!

    Love your blog,
    Richard Peters, NC

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