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Innocence by Björk
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This is another one of the songs Timbaland co-writes in Volta. “Innocence” speaks of uninhibited youth and how it becomes more thrilling when you become older and more afraid.
I guess it’s a handshake with fear. When you’re 19, things don’t enter your mind. You’re untouchable. Later you’re like, ‘W...
Innocence Lyrics
[Verse 1]
I once had no fears, none at all
And then when I had some
To my surprise, I grew to like both
Scared or brave, without them
[Pre-Chorus]
The thrill of fear
Thought I'd never admit it
The thrill of fear
Now greatly enjoyed with courage
[Chorus 1]
When I once was untouchable
Innocence roared, still amazes
When I once was innocent
It is still here, but in different places
[Verse 2]
Neurosis only attaches itself to
Fertile ground where it can flourish
[Pre-Chorus]
The thrill of fear
Thought I'd never admit it
The thrill of fear
Now greatly enjoyed with courage
[Chorus 2]
When I once was fearless
Innocence roared, still amazes
Untouchable innocence
It is still here, but in different places
[Bridge]
Fear is a powerful drug
Overcome it and
You think that you can do
Anything
[Verse 3]
Should I save myself for later
Or generously give?
[Verse 4]
Fear of losing energy is draining
It locks up your chest, shuts down the heart
Miserly and stingy
Let's open up: share!
[Chorus 2]
When I once was fearless
Innocence roared, still amazes
Untouchable innocence
It is still here, but in different places
Innocence Q&A
What samples were used on the production for “Innocence”?
The main riff heard throughout the song samples music from the 1999 video game [Shadow Man], composed by Tim Haywood. The particular track used is titled “Playrooms”: