Story Behind The Song
I was in a bitter state of mind after a failed relationship. I needed to take a look at myself and the bad choices I made regarding relationships and men.
Song Description
Songwriter wants to be loved, even if it is not real love; she's so lonely she'll settle for one night of lust as a substitute for love.
| Song Length |
2:40 |
Genre |
Country - Alternative, Country - Traditional |
| Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Female Vocal |
| Mood |
Poignant, Moving |
Subject |
Regret, Unrequited Love |
| Similar Artists |
Jewel, Lucinda Williams |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
Ashes of My Heart
Written by: Katherine R. Dougan
ASHES OF MY HEART/(c) 2001
I'm picking up the pieces of what used to be my life,
Wondering why I ever stayed another lonely night,
The remnants of your bitter words left embers in my soul,
I knew then that it was way past time for me to go,
And I long, for the burn, to make ashes, of my heart.
I watch myself walk through the days and wrestle with the nights,
A stranger's touch brings temporary solace 'til the light,
Daybreak dawns in cold grey light, illuminates my sin,
The passion in stranger's bed I long to feel again.
And I long, for the burn, to make ashes of my heart.
No longer do I see you when I chance to close my eyes,
No longer do I feel your breath that lingers like a sigh,
My heart recovered from the wounds you left when you were there,
The scars remain a memory of a love no longer shared.
And I long, for the burn, to make ashes of my heart.
Yeah I long, for the burn, to make ashes of my heart.