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Persimmon

by Jacob Shipley

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Born out of a short lived romance, Jacob wrote “Persimmon” hoping that things would have lasted longer, but knowing that it wasn’t in the cards. It’s for those hugs that feel like they’re sucking you back in the second you pull away, the drawn out kisses where the lips can’t seem to separate, and the days where you can’t keep your mind off of who was in your bed that morning. It is a love song for those who have to leave, but can’t bring themselves to go.

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The sun comes up, but you coax me back to sleep
Your arms reach round to pull me in
Your touch is sweet against my skin

This sacred fruit, a moment to keep
Delaying the passing of time
It’s willowed branches, a weighted vine

Take a bite into me
Taste the last few drops I bleed

The spring is paused, the frost outside
And too soon picked from the tree
The golden hue betraying its ripened hide

And yet, here I stay kissing your lips
Catching at leaves falling to root
The world outside a song on mute

Take a bite into me
Taste the last few drops I bleed

The sun is up And I’m out the door
Your breath still misting my lips
The snap of the stem an echo as it rips

Take a bite, Take the last
Of me

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released May 6, 2022
Music and Lyrics by Jacob Shipley
Lead Vocals: Jacob Shipley
Backing Vocals: Jacob Shipley and Sarah Gross
Acoustic Guitar: Jacob Shipley
Bass Guitar: Katrien Van Riel
Percussion: Misia Vessio
Synthesizer: Sarah Gross
Violin: Erikka Walsh

Produced by Sarah Gross and Jacob Shipley
Mixed by Sarah Gross
Mastered by Matthew Gregory

Cover Photo and Art by Jacob Shipley

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Jacob Shipley New York, New York

Jacob Shipley writes, sings, and tells stories about the moments in life we’d rather not repeat. Some of his music is sorrowful, some sardonic and humorous, but all of it comes from a deeply personal place that is easy to connect with because we’ve all been there. Listening to Jacob is like reminiscing with an old friend: not everything was easy, but at least we made it through. ... more

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