Anita Lipnicka — Car Door
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my car door was open
slip inside was all you have to do
I would have driven you anywhere
anywhere you wanted to
anywhere you wanted to
another sky without a sunrise
my prayers bound to the paper moon
empty streets like broken lifelines
disintegrate into the blue
one more cut and the pain'll be over
I saw it all in your eyes
a lonely heart is desperate often
will trade the world for lullaby
my car door was open
slip inside was all you have to do
I would have driven you anywhere
anywhere you wanted to
anywhere you wanted to
now i still see the bridges burning
as you dance me slow into the flames
the tide of life forever turning
flowing strong the other way
one more cut and this pain'll be over
the blood rose high beneath the skin
we are only made of moments
shooting stars with dreams within
my car door was open
slip inside was all you have to do
I would have driven you anywhere
anywhere you wanted to
anywhere you wanted to
slip inside was all you have to do
I would have driven you anywhere
anywhere you wanted to
anywhere you wanted to
another sky without a sunrise
my prayers bound to the paper moon
empty streets like broken lifelines
disintegrate into the blue
one more cut and the pain'll be over
I saw it all in your eyes
a lonely heart is desperate often
will trade the world for lullaby
my car door was open
slip inside was all you have to do
I would have driven you anywhere
anywhere you wanted to
anywhere you wanted to
now i still see the bridges burning
as you dance me slow into the flames
the tide of life forever turning
flowing strong the other way
one more cut and this pain'll be over
the blood rose high beneath the skin
we are only made of moments
shooting stars with dreams within
my car door was open
slip inside was all you have to do
I would have driven you anywhere
anywhere you wanted to
anywhere you wanted to
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"The car door is a metaphor."
- Freshman philosophy student
- Freshman philosophy student
The more I hear this, the more I like it!! Thanx RP!
VERY NICE! GREAT VOICE! I never heard of her before. Thanx RP! Dzien Dobry! (Good Morning-Polish)
Another beautiful ballad but not Anna Ternheim as I first assumed
bigfred wrote:
It's what Holdo opens.
Still trying to figure out what a "cardo" is.
It's what Holdo opens.
Proclivities wrote:
She seems to have more vocal range than Natalie does - which isn't saying much. Her voice and phrasing do sound similar in some spots, but I wouldn't mistake this singing for that of Natalie Merchant. We all hear different things though.
I actually thought it was Sarah McLaughlin (sp?) lol, either way, they all have beautiful voices
:-)
She seems to have more vocal range than Natalie does - which isn't saying much. Her voice and phrasing do sound similar in some spots, but I wouldn't mistake this singing for that of Natalie Merchant. We all hear different things though.
:-)
Kilroy wrote:
I don't know what a "cado" is either, but my evangelical church thinks its something that proper ladies shouldn't sing about.
I know you've gone the silly route, but it's a little rough to try to sing in this style and fully enunciate at the same time. It sounds off-putting if you sing "caR dooR", kind of like Diana Krall singing, "Now confusion is so CLEAR", on her song Temptation. Of course, not doing it sounds like a lazy Boston accent - pick your poison.
I don't know what a "cado" is either, but my evangelical church thinks its something that proper ladies shouldn't sing about.
I know you've gone the silly route, but it's a little rough to try to sing in this style and fully enunciate at the same time. It sounds off-putting if you sing "caR dooR", kind of like Diana Krall singing, "Now confusion is so CLEAR", on her song Temptation. Of course, not doing it sounds like a lazy Boston accent - pick your poison.
Revelation wrote:
She seems to have more vocal range than Natalie does - which isn't saying much. Her voice and phrasing do sound similar in some spots, but I wouldn't mistake this singing for that of Natalie Merchant. We all hear different things though.
Am I the only one who thought this was Natalie Merchant?
She seems to have more vocal range than Natalie does - which isn't saying much. Her voice and phrasing do sound similar in some spots, but I wouldn't mistake this singing for that of Natalie Merchant. We all hear different things though.
jimys wrote:
I don't know what a "cado" is either, but my evangelical church thinks its something that proper ladies shouldn't sing about.
I don't know what a "cado" is or how you open it. this one get's a 2 from me.
I don't know what a "cado" is either, but my evangelical church thinks its something that proper ladies shouldn't sing about.
No. Me too
Am I the only one who thought this was Natalie Merchant?
ShaunJ wrote:
Bill should follow up with Open Car by Porcupine Tree just to liven things up a notch
I was thinking maybe the Wailin' Jennys- Arrlington
But I could dig some Porcupine Tree too.
Bill should follow up with Open Car by Porcupine Tree just to liven things up a notch
I was thinking maybe the Wailin' Jennys- Arrlington
But I could dig some Porcupine Tree too.
I love the dissonant guitar in the first half of the song, making a nice contrast with the classical feel of the piano.
bigfred wrote:
Sing something in polish, and I'll see (and hear) how you manage it. 'Muricans,
Still trying to figure out what a "cardo" is.
Sing something in polish, and I'll see (and hear) how you manage it. 'Muricans,
SECA_Alan wrote:
Bill should follow up with Open Car by Porcupine Tree just to liven things up a notch
I really like this, makes me think of Miss you Higgins and Natalie Merchant. Sweet tune.
Bill should follow up with Open Car by Porcupine Tree just to liven things up a notch
I really like this, makes me think of Miss you Higgins and Natalie Merchant. Sweet tune.
Am I the only one who thought this was Natalie Merchant?
Very mood song . Beautiful song.
Still trying to figure out what a "cardo" is.
I am being transported to new location
To hone my listening skills.
She says it's either in my bones
Now things starts to look sinister.
To hone my listening skills.
She says it's either in my bones
Now things starts to look sinister.
Aghori wrote:
Yes, many songs have used that progression over many years - this is not exactly one of them. It sounds more like a vi - IV - I - V progression. Same chord choices, different progression — otherwise known as the "Sensitive Female" progression. This progression is similar to those of "Diamonds & Rust", "One Of Us", "Building A Mystery", or "Zombie" among many others. I don't consider it any sort of laziness though; they're pleasant-sounding chords to mingle and lend themselves to a lot of nice melodies.
I always sing as much as possible songs from the "Four Chords" music video by Axis of Awesome whenever I hear a song that repeats this progression (I–V–vi–IV) just like this one. ...
Yes, many songs have used that progression over many years - this is not exactly one of them. It sounds more like a vi - IV - I - V progression. Same chord choices, different progression — otherwise known as the "Sensitive Female" progression. This progression is similar to those of "Diamonds & Rust", "One Of Us", "Building A Mystery", or "Zombie" among many others. I don't consider it any sort of laziness though; they're pleasant-sounding chords to mingle and lend themselves to a lot of nice melodies.
I always sing as much as possible songs from the "Four Chords" music video by Axis of Awesome whenever I hear a song that repeats this progression (I–V–vi–IV) just like this one.
And she wiiiiiiill be loved
yes she wiiiiiill be loo-ooved
I'm your biggest friend I follow you until you love me
papa paparazzi
I won't he-si-tate no more, no more,
it cannot wait, I'm yours.
Lipstick stains!
On the front lobe of my left side brains
I knew I wouldn't forget you
If I could, then I would, I'll go wherever you will go...
And she wiiiiiiill be loved
yes she wiiiiiill be loo-ooved
I'm your biggest friend I follow you until you love me
papa paparazzi
I won't he-si-tate no more, no more,
it cannot wait, I'm yours.
Lipstick stains!
On the front lobe of my left side brains
I knew I wouldn't forget you
If I could, then I would, I'll go wherever you will go...
Another one on RP that made me stop what I was doing. 7. Lovely
7 -> 8
Wow, this gal can really sing, and manages to get that haunting tone into her voice that'll make me think of things for quite some time...
jimys wrote:
It's "car door", here is the refrain..
My car door was open
Slip inside was all you had to do
I would have driven you anywhere
Anywhere you wanted to
Anywhere you wanted to…
I don't know what a "cado" is or how you open it. this one get's a 2 from me.
It's "car door", here is the refrain..
My car door was open
Slip inside was all you had to do
I would have driven you anywhere
Anywhere you wanted to
Anywhere you wanted to…
I don't know what a "cado" is or how you open it. this one get's a 2 from me.
hauntingly beautiful
tulfan wrote:
Pls send me some Wyborowa...I cannot get in here in MI
You may have to go down the (*gasp*) Ohio. Don't forget to exchange your currency and bring your passport...or get some Luksusowa.
Pls send me some Wyborowa...I cannot get in here in MI
You may have to go down the (*gasp*) Ohio. Don't forget to exchange your currency and bring your passport...or get some Luksusowa.
Gajdzin wrote:
Pls send me some Wyborowa...I cannot get in here in MI
Wow, you are playing a song by my neighbor! She lives nearby. I see her (and her partner, John Porter) sometimes in the neighborhood grocery store. Here's my 15 min of fame
Pls send me some Wyborowa...I cannot get in here in MI
Lovely voice and arrangement. Better than her earlier efforts, but that's to be expected. Wish some greedy American label or producer would get her to record in America and save the Euro.gouge fees. Course she might not get the full orchestration of cellos and violins...
Still, in all, nice album, nice voice and another gift from RP to me...
Still, in all, nice album, nice voice and another gift from RP to me...
This is hauntingly beautiful ... it was a perfect fit, after Boy & Bear's A Moment's Grace
:-)
:-)
Beautiful, haunting song. Sounds like she's thinking of someone contemplating suicide. (I read the lyrics, and think it should be "slip inside", not "sleep inside." I'd like to hear more of Ms. Lipnicka.
my car door was open
sleep inside was all you have to do
that's probably: slip inside was all you had to do
lovely song. but somber, eh?
sleep inside was all you have to do
that's probably: slip inside was all you had to do
lovely song. but somber, eh?
7 >>> 8
7 --> 8
Saw Little Miss Higgins last night and she sang the Panties Song while wearing underwear on her head, perhaps you had to be there. Nice segue.
I second everything you say MrPelicano:
I initially thought it was Lana del Rey, as well. Some similarities in voice and phrasing, but Ms. Lipnicka strikes me as more melodic, with greater range. Like them both, though. Really pleased with how may new women artists I've been hearing on Radio Paradise. More than on any other station, Web or otherwise. Much appreciated! Thank you.
I liked it the first time I heard it. The second time, I started paying close attention to it--and now I love it!
Here's to Poland 
Hello Neighbor 
Gajdzin wrote:
Gajdzin wrote:Wow, you are playing a song by my neighbor! She lives nearby. I see her (and her partner, John Porter) sometimes in the neighborhood grocery store. Here's my 15 min of fame
I was just saying that I liked this, but it reminded me of my Polish friends... Shout out to Macjiec & Kamil!
Ms Lipnicka has been paying her dues for years. I remember her making her name for herself in Poland as lead singer for a band called Varius Manx in the early 1990s. Nice voice and nice person.
Wow, you are playing a song by my neighbor! She lives nearby. I see her (and her partner, John Porter) sometimes in the neighborhood grocery store. Here's my 15 min of fame
I initially thought it was Lana del Rey, as well. Some similarities in voice and phrasing, but Ms. Lipnicka strikes me as more melodic, with greater range. Like them both, though. Really pleased with how may new women artists I've been hearing on Radio Paradise. More than on any other station, Web or otherwise. Much appreciated! Thank you.
Reminded me of Amy MacDonald at first, had to check. 
it's always nice to hear someone of your folk is being played in California, especially when thissomeone is Anita Lipnicka, with a beautiful voice and pretty good style,
but forgive me for saying this - it sounds awful to hear her name mispronounced - it is lipnicka /lɪp-nɪ-ts-ka/ not lipnika
but forgive me for saying this - it sounds awful to hear her name mispronounced - it is lipnicka /lɪp-nɪ-ts-ka/ not lipnika
Strings are drowning her out a bit. But pretty nice song.
Very nice and a 2nd new artist in a row that must be further investigated. Dare I hope for a hat trick?
Any Emma Russack fans?
At first I thought it was Carla from The Walkabouts. Very nice!
Byronape wrote:
I actually came here because I thought this was Lana Del Ray, and that I would have to reevaluate my opinion of her.
Well, now we know who Lana Del Ray is trying to sound like.
I actually came here because I thought this was Lana Del Ray, and that I would have to reevaluate my opinion of her.
I like apples, I like oranges. Don't know who either is though.
Byronape wrote:
Really interesting comment...I hadn't put the two together ..and still their too different to do so.
One's early twenties...the other is late thirties.
Sure Anita has more depth...but for sure Lana has girlish passion.
It's apples and oranges...but here's a thought. Where's Lana @ 37?
Well, now we know who Lana Del Ray is trying to sound like. Sure, Lana's ok for a manufactured pop idol, but something tells me there is a lot more talent with Anita. Plus, I'd be willing to guess that she can sing and move at the same time.
Really interesting comment...I hadn't put the two together ..and still their too different to do so.
One's early twenties...the other is late thirties.
Sure Anita has more depth...but for sure Lana has girlish passion.
It's apples and oranges...but here's a thought. Where's Lana @ 37?
pretty decent!
It's "lip-nitz-ka", Bill :)
Well, now we know who Lana Del Ray is trying to sound like. Sure, Lana's ok for a manufactured pop idol, but something tells me there is a lot more talent with Anita. Plus, I'd be willing to guess that she can sing and move at the same time.
shellbella wrote:
Ya, nothin like a snooze fest in the middle of the afternoon. espresso time!!
Actually, listening to this song made me stop mowing my lawn and concentrate on the music coming from my headphones. Fantastic find.
Ya, nothin like a snooze fest in the middle of the afternoon. espresso time!!
Actually, listening to this song made me stop mowing my lawn and concentrate on the music coming from my headphones. Fantastic find.
Sasha2001 wrote:
Ya, nothin like a snooze fest in the middle of the afternoon. espresso time!!
This is a very pretty song but can we please have something a little more upbeat for those of us out and about on the east coast?
Ya, nothin like a snooze fest in the middle of the afternoon. espresso time!!
can you keep non-political.........it's music after all....and that's why we're here
On_The_Beach wrote:
As well it should be. What's next, teaching Lipnicka in schools, public dispaly of Lipnicka and heaven forbid people enjoying Lipnicka! Save ourselfs from ourselfs vote for Rick. (Good tune by the way)
Lipnicka? Rick Santorum wants it outlawed.
As well it should be. What's next, teaching Lipnicka in schools, public dispaly of Lipnicka and heaven forbid people enjoying Lipnicka! Save ourselfs from ourselfs vote for Rick. (Good tune by the way)
I like this song — I want to rate it now it's played but can't now it has played. Hmmm....... browser troubles, LOL.
This is a very pretty song but can we please have something a little more upbeat for those of us out and about on the east coast?
Lipnicka? Rick Santorum wants it outlawed.
sunbeamgls wrote:
such a good word....just like PSD
Beguiling
such a good word....just like PSD
Beguiling
Coma inducing
From the next room I thought this might be Sarah McLaughlin. No. But she did succeed in stirring my curiosity.
More please, sir!
More please, sir!
This sounds like the piano piece: Everyday by Carly Comando
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RCObXuAwCIA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RCObXuAwCIA
Nice transition from Greg Laswell.
"The car door is a metaphor."
- Freshman philosophy student
For what?