Dead Leaves And The Dirty Ground (Video) Lyrics
The White Stripes
Lyrics
Dead leaves and the dirty ground
when I know you're not around
shiny pops and soda pops
when I hear your lips make a sound
Thirty notes in the mailbox
will tell you that I'm coming home
and I think I'm gonna stick around
for a while so you're not alone
If you can hear a piano fall
you can hear me coming down the hall
if I could just hear your pretty voice
I don't think I need to see at all
Soft hair and a velvet tongue
I want to give you what you give to me
and every breath that is in your lungs
is a tiny little gift to me
I didn't feel so bad till the sun went down
then I come home
no one to wrap my arms around
Well any man with a microphone
can tell you what he loves the most
and you know why you love at all
if you're thinking of the holy ghost
Song & Lyrics Facts
The White Stripes released their song "Dead Leaves and the Dirty Ground" on July 30, 2002 as part of their third studio album, White Blood Cells. The song was written by Jack White, who was both the lead singer and guitarist for the band.
The lyrics describe a person's struggles with poverty and hopelessness. They also convey an appreciation for life in spite of these dark circumstances. Musically, the track is driven by a bluesy guitar riff and contains elements of punk rock. It has become one of the most popular songs from the band and is often performed live at concerts.