Jeanne Dielman

Lust told us a few days ago that Black Bathing Suit is an "invite". Now he's saying that it's going to surprise us. And boz also said he's going to be quiet so that we have something to look forward to. Yeah this is going to be a highlight. 

Lol, is Black Bathing Suit going to be trap?! That would be fun and the interlude before it would make a lot of sense. For some strange reason though I expect it to be the more melodic/more lyrics-heavy trip hop (or super bluesy) sister of Dealer. 
 
@lustforlife Is Violet for Roses a ballad? The fact that it plays right before Dealer intrigues me a lot...
 
EDIT: Hey...didn't @lustforlife say that there's orchestra and choir on the album? What if Black Bathing Suit is the song that features these elements and takes us completely by surprise while we're expecting a sultry bop? 

I've been trying to decipher how Lana is going to tell her story and this is what I came up with:
 
Text Book, Blue Banisters and Arcadia operate as a form of introduction - a prologue to the story Lana wants to share with us. Text Book is not an accessible or particularly "welcoming" opener - it's lyrically dense and complex, and the overall mood it evokes is quite cerebral. The opening line is perfect: this is really her story and she (finally) feels strong enough to tell it. The closing line implies repetition; a dead end. Blue Banisters is about healing and memories. The ghost of a lover still haunts her because the pain he inflicted on her remains unbearable. But she finds comfort in the company of her family and friends who try to heal her wounds even though they probably fail. But they're always there for her. They "fly to her to paint, paint...". There's something hopeful in the song, but Lana has to live with this pain - it'll never go away. Arcadia is one of her most lyrically subversive songs. What seems like a cheeky allegory and an apparent love letter to California becomes a slyly scathing critique against America and the criticism she's received throughout the years. In a way, these three tracks seem to define her current state of mind: the disappointments of love; the unfair criticism; the search for a safe haven - both literally and figuratively - in the world. 
 
@Thunder made some great points about the three-act structure of the album. Dealer is one of Lana's angriest and rawest songs. Thunder is both celebratory and a portrayal of (emotional) stagnancy. Wildflower Wildfire has some of the darkest and most confessional words Lana has ever written, but she finally finds hope. "It's you from whom I learn." This seems to be another critical transitional moment in the album - we finally dive into old UV outtakes. What is their purpose in the narrative? There is a lot of nostalgia in these songs, particularly Nectar of the Gods which ends with Lana feeling lost again. Living Legend and especially Cherry Blossom are sweeter, warmer songs. The fact that the final track, Sweet Carolina, is co-written by the father she "wanted back" (and finally found him) and her sister is very important. I think this will be a very emotional and highly personal ballad. Perhaps nothing has really changed in Lana's life. As Blue Banisters says, this "hole"/pain hasn't been healed and probably never will be. But she's found the support she needs - her father, her siblings, her best friends, her fans, her own self. These are her banisters.
 
So what should we expect from those mysterious tracks in the middle of the album? Black Bathing Suit, Beautiful, Violets for Roses, If You Lie Down With Me...these are very beautiful (pun intended!) and romantic or even sultry/inviting titles. But would such a direction make sense sonically and lyrically? How do we end up with the anger in tracks 9-11? Are these songs about her past? Could the titles be misleading? Is she going to go from something potentially sexy (Black Bathing Suit/If You Lie Down With Me) and pure (Beautiful/Violets for Roses) to something as lyrically dark and angry as Dealer? Could these tracks hold the key to fully understanding Lana's intentions? The fact that insiders avoid talking about these - sure, they want to leave us something to be excited about lol! - makes me think that they may be quite revealing and intense. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Swimming pool glimmering darling black bathing suit off with my blue nail polish 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs. 

Okay, so I searched for the 5 new tracks on last.fm and here's what I found:
 
Violets for Roses - 5 listeners / 2,974 Scrobbles
Black Bathing Suit - 7 listeners / 2,907 Scrobbles
Beautiful - 41 listeners / 160 Scrobbles
Sweet Carolina - 4 listeners / 48 Scrobbles
If You Lie Down With Me - 5 listeners / 5 Scrobbles
 
Needless to say, Violets for Roses & Black Bathing Suit seem to have insane repeat value! Well, at least to those who have access to the songs.