Fiona Apple - Shadowboxer (lyrics)

[@ennagrom]

Her voice is like honey dripping over rocks. It gives me chills. She's one of a kind.

[@hdnw7537]

Good description. I always said it was like velvet sandpaper. Doesn't make any sense but makes me feel creative

[@didadee5069]

I get chills too

[@TheRadlike]

Crazy to think she wrote this as a kid, she was so ridiculously aware of life. Love her so

[@gracefulfish]

You echo thoughts I've had since I first bought her CD years ago. One of my daughters is her age. I was blown away when I heard the album.

[@melissadbm]

TheRadlike how old was she when she wrote this?

[@gracefulfish]

She recorded it at 15 if I remember the Wikipedia article

Oh well that happens when you go through rough stuff like any kind of abuse... so it's great but kinda sad she is so wise for what she's been through. Is it? It's been for the greater good.

[@gracefulfish]

Fifteen. I don't know whether she suffered in her young life or is simply a wise soul.

[@rickwillard2002]

Oh my love for this song. She was only 19 when she recorded it. Its so damn brilliant. I have loved it ever since the first time.

[@finchcarvingadiamond]

I'm 15 and am working on an EP soon, and its her that inspired me to continue songwriting. I hope the world is less cruel to me, though, but cruel enough to stay inspired.

[@loripeacock1636]

+Rick Willard I didn't realize she was so young! I thought she was in her early 20s. She is a true talent. Does she still perform?

[@tonycolocks4511]

Oval Teen so what happened to your infamous EP ?! Or did reality kick in and you realized what a pipe dream is???

[@boostedbavarian]

@@tonycolocks4511 bahahahahah right. Everyone wants to be famous n all that shit, but when it actual happens they end up not liking the view, at all. Such a waste chasing pipe dreams.

[@ligealucretia]

what's with the assholes in this thread picking on a 15y.o. for having dreams lol

[@jenniferdefino-brideson1380]

Her voice and this song brings chills down my spine. Shes absolutely brilliant !

[@kennyannis2905]

M

[@kennyannis2905]

Mmm

[@donsferatu]

Easily one of the greatest live singers I've ever seen!!!! Such an amazing stage presence with great poetry and one hell of a beautiful woman

[@lanabrooks1554]

In my opinion her best song. The lyrics are phenomenal. I was in a bad place many many years ago and this song so resonated with me.

[@georgiamurphy5243]

Left Alone is by far her best song

[@jenniferolivarez5204]

This lady is amazingly talented.. Her lyrics are just on point! I love that she has such an a extended vocabulary! :)

[@msmltvcktl]

She doesn't have an "extended" vocabulary, it's pretty average.

[@lisichkany]

This song is for those who's been hurt by someone they loved. Anyone else will just find it depressing. )) Ive been hurt so I love this song so much. There are no better words to describe how i feel right now. Thank you for this version. Its always good to have words infront of you, especially if you are a freaking foreighner like me.

[@TerpsichoreanSelenophile]

This song is for those who've been destroyed by someone they loved and still can't completely let go. The anthem of trauma bonds.

[@amieswicegood8492]

I feel this song speaks about an emotionally abusive narcissist. She is so Brilliant

[@veronicatrehorel1401]

Amie Swicegood Here,in France,we use "narcissistic pervert", but hey, we talk about the same freak, one of the worse type.

[@loripeacock1636]

+Amie Swicegood That's exactly what she's singing about. And I've been involved with one for the past year. I heard this song today for the first time in years and it resonated perfectly. So I sent it to the SOB! #dunzo

[@etinarcadiaego7424]

Amie Swicegood ahh it would be so wonderful to have such power over another I'd be a narcissist if I had a shred of charisma or social acumen well I already love myself more than any on else so I'm halfway there

[@anitataco6488]

I don't know if there's anything sexier than a confident, dominant, charismatic man....BUT I'm one of those, "Pull my hair, spank my ass, & tell me what a good girl I am" type of girls. Hey, some girls like to get flowers, some like to get the paddle when they don't do the dishes. To each, their own! LOL I do think a little narcissism is a bit of a required trait in being dominant. I also happen to think that you can't love someone else until you love yourself. I've always been narcissistic in some ways. Probably why getting older is playing hell on my psyche.

[@anitataco6488]

My 1st reply was to you, but it didn't label it as such. I must've messed up.

[@mtntime1]

Pretty worldly, and deep for 19 years old! Not to mention, haunting. And biting.

[@luckyspurs]

"I was onto every play, I just wanted you" is a great line.

[@boostedsrt405]

15 years later and I still can't get enough of this song or Fiona!!

[@rhondamurphy3092]

This is truly a hauntingly beautiful song....Fiona is amazing no doubt!

[@thespanish21god86]

One of the BEST songs to come out of the 90's!

[@thespanish21god86]

Thanks BayStateObserver!

[@oopsiedaisy6825]

What about Poison by Alice Cooper?

[@thespanish21god86]

My favorite Alice Cooper song was and still is " Schools Out. "

[@thespanish21god86]

Thanks yahirwao!

[@thespanish21god86]

Thanks also to TheAdeleLonestar!

[@aaronwimberleymbamsf5776]

Classic and timeless. She is a fierce !!

[@horaciogonzalez3734]

True, 90's best music😢😢😢

[@geekrockrats]

I never noticed til now but between "ever let" and "dirty game" she takes a breath that makes her sound emotionally drained and sexy as hell at the same time

[@bbyface7145]

1:53

[@Lexxiii999]

I love this song, man I just discovered Fiona's music recently and I'm hooked

[@loripeacock1636]

Thank you so much for making this video. I wanted to send the song with lyrics to my current/ex flame who's been yanking me around for too long. And you got all the lyrics right which is a rarity! So thank you!! :)

[@BacklTrack]

Lol that's a very high school thing to do.

[@lucassmith4524]

It is evil. Downright evil. Sing it, Honey.

[@thespanish21god86]

One of the GREATEST R & B songs to come out of the 90's!!!

[@thespanish21god86]

Thanks Kate Holloway!

[@thespanish21god86]

Continuing my thanks to Lori Peacock!

[@thespanish21god86]

Also thanking sorrowsuperstar10!

[@msmltvcktl]

It's not r&b, it's jazz.

[@ElfinMadness]

Yep, the narcissistic lover that friend zones you, and knows they can hook you in again. Basically, The Devil.

[@TerpsichoreanSelenophile]

YES. This became my narc abuse recovery theme song.

[@vgsdomingo1]

Tank you for posting this video. It's spelled correctly and has great timing to sing along with for karaoke. There are people who get upset with people who call them out for things like that.

[@TheVasilisas]

"Once my lover, now my friend" That line decribes me so much that its fucking scary.

[@TonyWalkerIsYourBestFriend]

I never get sick of this song. Very good tension and release.

[@invisiblegirl28]

Her album Tidal was good beginning to end.

[@etherealcatholic5711]

Still love this song 50 yrs later

[@bephanie]

lol

[@lord-vast]

One The Most Beautiful Hauntingly Voices I Have ever Heard In My Life

[@asetofstrings]

The BEST version of this song! This video is perfect! What better way to feel her lyrics than to read along with them. FANTASTIC! THANK YOU! Vaanz!

[@VioletFlame-f3g]

One of her most melodic songs, love it.

[@KotaRose96]

This song deserves sooo much more view and comments.

[@Gothamnameless]

How this song buried a lover and brought me better. Her look was dangerous, and I haven't played that game twice

[@4biz]

a very good&awsome song of the 90's.love this song.beatiful indeed.had this on my mind.

[@AStorybyMo]

This song is so amazing ♥ the lyrics kill and are sooo relatable for me..

[@dinaheartslulu]

A family member recently told Me everytime they hear this, they think of Me....... I have ALWAYS LOVED FIONA!!!! But didn't always understand the lyrics!!?!? WoW I TOTALLY GET IT NOW :(( every lyric hits home!!!!

[@tracyamber5970]

For fickle love. A push pull and love you and doesn't. You think they love you and then they show they don't. Love this 😊

[@chancethompson1277]

I love this song! 😊

[@chancethomson8716]

Me too! 😊

[@Shea354]

My brother showed me this song....she has a great voice

[@JuanOrtiz-tm7rn]

Listen to this song alone while it's snowing and freezing outside. Some serious self reflection coming your way

[@tessil2148]

It's an amazing feeling to know that pain I'm sure alot of us go thru I Cary this pain with me now and man to hear this song reminds me to stay strong💜💙💜💙💜💙💜💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

[@tinaholloway1891]

Yesss!!!!! Great song!

[@screamogottago]

Jillette Johnson did a fabulous cover of this. I think her songs are very Fiona-esque. if you want some more music, check out her song "Cameron", i think you guys would really like it

[@NicFeila]

@610Dime she really is, i can't think of ANYONE as talented without the recognition

[@tangyferbreze]

she's amazing

[@veronicatrehorel1401]

I watched The Affair because of Dominic West presence. This lead me to hear the OST and discover Fiona Apple, totally and unfairly unknown on my side of the world.

[@olderandtaller3182]

Now one of my favorite singers but I still love Regina spektor alot

I love them both :) ♥♥

[@samanthatannehill6816]

Oh wow this is beautiful

[@angelbuffalo546]

ONCE; & STILL MY BURN. You bring me to my knees. I'V been waiting around... You set your spell on me... I just wanted you. Tired of swing around. When will you make Your move?

[@angeleyeszarai]

God, I love this song!!! Thanks for the vid:-}

[@stevenygabbyperez695]

possibly the greatest lyricist of her generation. who is a better female lyricist, her or Amy winehouse?

Taylor Swift & Hannah Monatana of course xD

[@anitataco6488]

Ani Difranco would be my vote, but I adore Amy & Fiona, too. Amy was in a category all her own!

[@LaPetiteSirah]

Steven Perez I think if you asked Fiona Apple she’d probably tell you we can live in a world in which women aren’t continually forced to compete with each other. Just sayin

[@katierebeccawilson6845]

This pretty much captures a "relationship" i was in at 18/19.

[@heidigc]

Love this song totally~~

[@drshined]

Kuki loves this music so much....

[@jenncole6960]

She touches a part of me i love and hate.... I love and hate her. Cuz she hits sooo deep. Sooooooo many of her songs do...but definitely more love than hate. ❤❤💔💔❤❤

[@Hendhend8]

Guys, the new album is out in two weeks! And you can already find some tracks on youtube :)

[@sharondockery2106]

Love her voice. Love d lyrics

[@user-gv6rs3yt8p]

Gnite whirled. I love you

[@justinhorn2395]

So 90s and it hurts!

[@ricarditoivo]

gorgeous song

[@innerworkshealing22]

Did I make this LOL? Love it

[@luismeneses7469]

Shes the best.. love her..

[@rebeccathorsen8709]

Nothing like Fiona ...L♡Ve her!!!

[@MimiTheHamster]

This was my experience with a sociopath who manipulated me except we are not friends fortunately for obvious reasons. It burns though

[@double8tduece]

Reminds me of my ex wife (and to keep my distance from her)

[@Ponzotopia]

My favorite by her

[@NinaStudios]

Working on my cover of this

[@kristentaninah510]

Aaagghhhhh to love a narc 💕

[@beanseff]

Fiona is fucking brilliant....

[@TheMArlene711]

love this song!lyrics are so dee p .

[@kimmanotti5736]

Love it

[@avareed3445]

Once my lover, now my friend What a cruel thing to pretend What a cunning way to condescend Once my lover, and now my friend Oh, you creep up like the clouds And you set my soul at ease Then you let your love abound And you bring me to my knees Oh, it's evil, babe The way you let your grace enrapture me When will you know I'd be insane To ever let that dirty game recapture me You made me a shadowboxer, baby I wanna be ready for what you do I've been swinging around me 'Cause I don't know when you're gonna make your move Oh, your gaze is dangerous And you fill your space so sweet If I let you get too close You'll set your spell on me So, darlin', I just wanna say Just in case I don't come through I was on to every play I just wanted you Oh, it's so evil, my love The way you've no reverence to my concern So I'll be sure to stay wary of you, love To save the pain of once my flame and twice my burn So, I'm a shadowboxer, baby I wanna be ready for what you do And I've been swinging around at nothing I don't know when you're gonna make your move Yeah, I'm a shadowboxer, baby I wanna be ready for what you do And I've been swinging around me 'Cause I don't know when you'll make your move

[@palitroka]

Me adaptaste a tu manera , ahora te las tienes que bancar.

[@dreamkitten9754]

I miss you 😢

[@TheQuiltingCorner]

Best.Song.Ever. :D :D :D

[@4malucia]

Thank you great job

[@rookie7282]

my friend wants me to sing this and its hard

[@yuuraei]

c:

[@ashleytrueblood2200]

Amazing

[@coolcatpomelo]

@VaanzVideos I've heard about a new album next year

[@bigdaddypiggy]

When this album came out it seemed like she'd be around for a long time,obviously that didn't turn out to be the case....I think she sabotaged her own career which is a damn shame cuz I think she's brilliant & this is one of those songs that never gets old

[@LaPetiteSirah]

Pig Ford seems like she still has a career if you’re still listening over 2 decades later

[@MrHsauvageau]

her new album is epic shes still so talented

[@bigdaddypiggy]

I meant if she could’ve kept up the level she hit with “Criminal” which seemed like it’d be no problem for her but apparently it wasn’t what she wanted....why does everyone have to dissect comments about a song? Is it really that serious? & if it is to you I’m sorry

[@Foxeslady]

God I love her. I love that she keeps her music open to both sexes. She's an amazing lyricist and a beautiful singer.

[@ladymercury7042]

Foxeslady I adore her!!!

[@ellamaeelliott6152]

Its about a sorcerer a d sorceress loving each other its a beautiful dance of 2 born from the fire

[@msmltvcktl]

According to the artist, it's about an abusive relationship. Don't romanticise abuse

[@raven4505]

I love you Fiona Apple

[@cindarella83]

i love u fionna

[@Christophersean11]

Fiona is fly.

[@elizabethhughes8372]

love youuuuuu fionnaaaa

[@AppleSlicesUnite]

Whatever happen to Fiona?

[@BillHaines37]

It's Fiona who happens to the rest of us.

[@williamcontreras222]

I say I say that you will make 5 or more Fiona Apple videos.

[@mnz-b8q]

0:15 0:15

[@monkeysackskin]

Fiona Apple gets up to receive her MTV award delivers a scathing cutting speech destroys her career and fades into pop music history. We was all like Damn She Done Fucked Up lol

[@monkeysackskin]

Her 97 speech took serious ballz tho #Respect

[@kazzmacc]

always boxing you

[@candelite10]

This song is what im going thru now. There is someone whom I have intense sexual chemistry with and if I get too close, I would have to fall hard but he is poison to me. Im trying to avoid him but desire is sooooo strong and it's hard because I know he wont hestitate to tempt me. I have to pray that God keeps this man away from me. I should'nt give in but the momentary pleasure is sublime, yet leaves me empty and feeling burned.

[@tonycolocks4511]

candelite10 6 years passed, so what happened??? What shenanigans have you gotten yourself in since?

[@skylx0812]

Then marry him so your kids can hunt him down when he's old and weak.

[@russell32579]

She once made a deal with the devil....The devil wanted her soul, but changed his mind, as soon as he heard her sing.

[@gsaj-j3q]

Yup, I experienced this with an evil narcissist.

[@lucassmith4524]

I would love to hear a Fiona Apple and Elliott Smith duet. That will never happen. Elliott is dead because we let him get carried away.

[@octopusmushroom]

WHERE IS THE SPRING ALBUM!!!!!!!!! IT'S ALMOST SUMMER!!!!

[@joeg4959]

Lana Del Rey needs to cover this. So this new generation can enjoy this amazing song written by the goddess herself Fiona Fuckn Apple!

[@gangstababyd0ll]

ikr!!! they both have such unique voices

[@watersounds3201]

The song is cold blooded. Class of 03

[@bellasage518]

why do i always look at the comments?... its never about the song just people defending there ideas from trolls. and trolls forceing there ideas on others. its a waste of space

[@anitataco6488]

I made a rule for myself, other people's opinion, especially online, is none of my business, so I refuse to go into the commentire sections of ANY news article, especially political. It's been 3 years since I since tarter doing that, or not doing that, and Internet life is as good articles it gets....lol

[@tonycolocks4511]

Evita Price so what you doing here🤔?

[@01elvisfan]

@candelite10 It's almost like I just wrote what you said!! I have pretty much the same thing going on, and it's such a terrible temptation that I give into. I get burned every time.

[@AleXiss736]

Me too :x :))

[@marquesn77]

I hear ya ladies, so complicated isn't it- been there too

[@jessickalush3305]

swinging wrongly