The lyrics are rather cryptic, and she is muttering them, so I don't blame you for not comprehending what she was singing on a first listen. I think that's what makes this song in particular so captivating; it feels like she's holding her lover's head and pressing her forehead against theirs. The song is vulnerable and full of fear and trepidation, but at the same time, is soft and loving. As for the melody, Adrianne Lenker definitely starts with guitar and works her way outwards to arrive at a song. I would liken her style to Nick Drake.

Adrianne Lenker is so good!

I'm new here and already live your content grandpa ❤

Over the Dead Sea, keepin' you company
Thinkin', "I'm not afraid of you now"
I'm not afraid of you now
Lettin' my eyes close, sheddin' my soft clothes
Wind blows, wind that howls like a hound
Wind that laughs like a clown
Mystery of lack
Stabbing stars through my back
Forwards, beckon, rebound
Forwards, beckon, rebound
Virtual bedroom, rise like a full moon
Show me pictures that hang in your house
Pictures that hang in your mouth
Candescent insects, crosses and fishnets
I have nothin' to pray now
Nothin' to pray now
Mystery of lack
Stabbing stars through my back
Forwards, beckon, rebound
Forwards, beckon, rebound
Pullin' your face close, wanting the inmost
Show me I'm not afraid of you now
I'm not afraid of you now
Villain and violent, infant and innocent
Baby, both arms cradle you now
Both arms cradle you now
Mystery of lack
Stabbing stars through my back
Forwards, beckon, rebound
Forwards, beckon, rebound
Forwards, beckon, rebound

I would love to see a reaction to Sienna by The Marias

i put Adrianne up there with John Prine, Guy Clark,  Townes Van Zandt, and Bob Dylan as far as great American lyricists.

Im crying

can you make a video with music that you and your contemporaries listened to during vietnam