Written for Sue & Gerry’s Weekly Prompts
Weekend Challenge using the word
“obsession”. This is my take.
The rain slicked her skin, mirroring the luster of her eyes. He watched her from the shadows, the scent of wet earth and her perfume a heady mix. Each stolen breath was a prayer, a pact sealed in the downpour. Her laughter, a sharp, silver blade, sliced through the night. He longed to taste the rain on her lips, to feel the chill of her skin against his. His obsession, a slow-burning fire, consumed him, leaving only ash and the burning need to possess her. Tonight, the storm would deliver him.
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This is “Creep” by Radiohead
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Obsessed and creepy – a perfectly matched, stormy night tale for our challenge. Thank you, Nancy.
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Thanks very much, Sue. Always a pleasure for me to join in.
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Now that’s spine-chilling!
There’s a version of Creep I love listening to. It’s a a really atmospheric choral version by the Scala & Kolacny Brothers which despite their name is actually an all-girl choir! It starts off quiet and rises to an amazing crescendo!
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Wow! That was amazing, dear Keith! Small world …. I was just talking to my friend Michele about “Creep” covers. I was aware of this version but never heard it; perfect timing! It certainly is a beauty and I can see why you like it. Thanks so much for sharing this today and for your always gracious comments.
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Fantastic post. You know the weirdest thing Nancy, when I was exploring which song to write about today, ‘Creep’ was on my short list and I nearly pulled the trigger. ‘Creep’ is such a great grunge song (and that shredding guitar is spectacular) which catapulted Radiohead to fame and deservedly so, but the group thought it happened way before they were ready to meet the barrage of fandom and live up to their expectations.
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Very interesting info about Radiohead, Matt. It’s funny how that happens sometimes with music. There’s a lot of synchronicity in the air! Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
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Nancy it’s happened a few times when I was about to post about song and you happened to present it. I couldn’t think of a better person to be in sync with lol
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Lovely comment, Matt.
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Have a guess what all my family have been listening to today. Thanks be to your post.
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I wanted to add since we are in sync that someone who liked Vivaldi’s Four Season’s sent the following from Vivaldi ‘La Folia (Madness) – Apollo’s Fire’. Oh my God!
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Reading this late last night, I had to return and tell you how much I enjoyed the suspenseful vibe and great song. Have you listened to any of the remakes?
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Thanks very much for a lovely comment, Michele. So pleased to know you’re digging the vibe! I’ve heard a few covers of ‘Creep’, my favorite by Postmodern Jukebox, although I still think Radiohead does it best. How about you?
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No replacing the original. 🎶 I enjoy Haley Reinhart’s singing and interpretation of the song. 👍🏻 Thanks for asking!
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She’s quite talented. Always a pleasure, Michele.
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You’ve created such an eerie sense of atmosphere there. Very nicely done, Nancy.
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Thank you, Esther. I was going for sexy stalker as opposed to homicidal maniac. It’s a fine line.
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Eeeeshda!
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Easy for you to say! 😂
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He sure sounds like a creepy man
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Just another lovesick lowlife! Thanks, Sadje!
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😱
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Good take Nancy
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Thanks so much, Di!
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Ominous and deliciously creepy. Good writing!
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Oh, thanks, Susan! So glad you enjoyed the ‘delicious’ side of this little creeper!
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Oooo, dramatic/sinister, …erm, ,..don’t know whether to run or just hide, …💫😳💫
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Or maybe run to him? Hey, it takes all kinds, ya know? Thanks so much, Penn.
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Very creepy!
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Then I’ve succeeded! Thanks, Fan!
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