Crown Of Thorns

Mother Love Bone's 'Crown Of Thorns' is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the inevitable passage of time. The song opens with a reference to 'Mr. Faded Glory,' a metaphorical figure representing faded dreams and the inevitability of downfall. The line 'he who rides a pony must someday fall' suggests that no matter how high one rises, a fall is inevitable. This sets the tone for a song that delves into the complexities of life and relationships, emphasizing that life is what you make of it, but death is an unavoidable end.

The lyrics convey a sense of brokenness and resignation, with lines like 'It's a broken kind of feeling' and 'A bad moon's a comin' better say your prayers child.' These phrases evoke a sense of impending doom and the emotional turmoil that accompanies it. The singer's struggle is palpable as he expresses his love, yet questions its significance, 'I wanna tell that I love you but does it really matter you?' This highlights the internal conflict between wanting to hold on and the realization that some things are beyond control.

The recurring theme of 'my kinda love' is central to the song, described as a love that 'moves on' and 'leaves me alone.' This suggests a transient, perhaps even unkind, nature of love that doesn't stay but rather moves on, leaving the singer in solitude. The metaphor of a 'crown of thorns' further emphasizes the pain and sacrifice associated with love and life. The advice 'don't burn your bridges woman' serves as a cautionary note, reminding us that actions have consequences and relationships, once damaged, can be hard to mend. Overall, 'Crown Of Thorns' is a deeply emotional song that captures the essence of human vulnerability and the bittersweet nature of love and loss.