The lyrics explore existential questions of guidance, loneliness, and survival, using dark imagery like "the marshes," "night waters," and "teeth, white and rabid".
You can listen to the song and follow the lyrics in these videos: chris_eckman_feat_anita_lipnicka_who_will_light...
The song's lyrics are based on a poem by the renowned Slovenian poet Dane Zajc . Eckman translated and adapted Zajc's work for the entire album after receiving the poet's personal blessing to "just do it". is a collaborative song by American musician Chris
is a collaborative song by American musician Chris Eckman and Polish singer-songwriter Anita Lipnicka . It is the opening track of Eckman's 2008 solo album, Last Side of the Mountain . Key Details using dark imagery like "the marshes
It is a haunting, atmospheric folk-rock piece characterized by the contrasting vocal harmonies of Eckman’s deep baritone and Lipnicka’s ethereal voice.