For the Widows in Paradise, For the Fatherless in Ypsilanti

From Sufjan Stevens' album Michigan. The song title is in the header. He has the greatest titles of anyone...songs are pretty good, too. I find this song particularly beautiful. I'd love to hear what YOU think it speaks about.


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I have called you children, I have called you son.
What is there to answer if I'm the only one?
Morning comes in Paradise, morning comes in light.
Still I must obey, still I must invite.
If there's anything to say, if there's anything to do,
If there's any other way, I'll do anything for you.

I was dressed embarrassment.
I was dressed in wine.
If you had a part of me, will you take your time?
Even if I come back, even if I die
Is there some idea to replace my life?
Like a father to impress;
Like a mother's mourning dress,
If you ever make a mess, I'll do anything for you

I have called you preacher; I have called you son.
If you have a father or if you haven't one,
I'll do anything for you. I did everything for you.

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shalom, matt