Well angel Morning Sivanna
Well ain’t been gone too far
But heading out towards Ponoma
Where you won’t be alone
Where there’s’ is thrift store manager in a poke camadee
And a gas mask on his arm
And one by one by one
We’ll all be gone
We’ll all be gone by the fall
We’ll all be gone by the falling light
Brick layer
With a hat down on his feet
I’ll say no more
I won’t lead no Calvary
How long?
Will you disregard the heat
Half beat
It’s no misnomer though
I’ve the feeling that I better go
So
I slide right out the door
Exploring the Haunting Imagery of “Jelmore”
Bon Iver’s “Jelmore” unfolds as a poetic meditation on impermanence and collective vulnerability. The lyrics paint vivid scenes—like a thrift store manager with a gas mask, or a bricklayer with his hat at his feet—emphasizing a sense of impending change and subtle urgency. The repeated line “We’ll all be gone by the fall” captures both an ending and a transition, echoing themes of environmental concern and societal displacement. Through its fragmented storytelling and surreal images, the song invites listeners to reflect on the passage of time and the inevitability of moving on, all while balancing melancholy with a quiet sense of hope.
Song Credits
- Songwriter: Justin Vernon
- Release Year: 2019
- Label: Jagjaguwar