Bon Iver is an American indie folk band known for their sensitive sound and unique mix of folk and experimental music.

With critically acclaimed albums like For Emma, Forever Ago, and Bon Iver, Bon Iver, they quickly gained a loyal following, both in the indie scene and beyond. Their impact on modern music is profound.

They shaped the indie folk genre and inspired new artists with their raw emotion, creative production, and haunting melodies.

About the Song

Wash. is a hauntingly beautiful track that combines lovely melodies with atmospheric soundscapes. The song’s thoughtful lyrics, paired with layered vocals and creative production, create an emotional, immersive experience centered on the themes of self-searching and change.

Wash. by Bon Iver Lyrics

Verse 1

Climb
Is all we know
When thaw
Is not below us
No, can’t grow up
In that iron ground
Claire, all too sore for sound

Verse 2

Bet
Is hardly shown
Scraped
Across the foam
Like they stole it
And, oh, how they hold it
Claire, we nearly forfeit

Chorus 1

I… I’m growing like the quickening hues
I… I’m telling darkness from lines on you
Over havens fora
Full and swollen morass, young habitat
All been living alone
Where the ice snap and the hold clast are known

Verse 3

Home
We’re savage high
Come
We finally cry
Oh, and we don it
Because it’s right
Claire, I was too sore for sight

Chorus 2

I… we’re sewing up through the latchet greens
I… un-peel keenness, honey, bean for bean
Same white pillar tone as with the bone street
Sand is thrown where she stashed us at
(All been living alone) All been living alone
Where the cracks at in the low part of the stoning

Outro

Enough of this
Give us the grown
Give us the grown

Similar Songs Like Wash.

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• “Michicant“: A sensitive, self-searching song with layered instrumentation, creating an emotional richness that connects with the listener.
• “Hinnom, TX“: This song combines soulful vocals and atmospheric production; this track awakens a dreamy, thoughtful vibe with hauntingly beautiful soundscapes.
• “Calgary“: Lush arrangements and heartfelt lyrics create an attractive, haunting beauty that draws listeners into its emotional atmosphere.
• “Beach Baby“: It’s a minimalist and soothing track that has a calm and touching essence, giving a calming yet emotionally connected time.

Similar Artists Like Bon Iver

If you enjoy Bon Iver’s emotive indie-folk style, check out these artists who combine atmospheric production with thoughtful lyrics for a similar vibe.

• Sufjan Stevens
  Genre: Indie Folk, Baroque Pop
  Notable Albums: Illinois (2005), Carrie & Lowell (2015)

• Iron & Wine
  Genre: Folk, Indie Folk
  Notable Albums: The Creek Drank the Cradle (2002), Kiss Each Other Clean (2011)

• Fleet Foxes
  Genre: Indie Folk, Baroque Pop
  Notable Albums: Fleet Foxes (2008), Helplessness Blues (2011)

• Gregory Alan Isakov
  Genre: Folk, Indie Folk
  Notable Albums: This Empty Northern Hemisphere (2009), Gregory Alan Isakov with the Colorado Symphony (2016)

Frequently Asked Questions

What Songs does Taylor Swift Sing with Bon Iver?

Taylor Swift sings Exile and Evermore with Bon Iver. She also collaborated on Renegade by Big Red Machine, Justin Vernon’s side project.

Is Bon Iver Just Justin Vernon?

Bon Iver began as Justin Vernon’s project but evolved into a band, including members like Sean Carey and Jenn Wasner.

Are there Any Notable Covers of Wash.?

There are some piano-focused covers by independent musicians online, but no major artists have released official covers of Wash.