Discover the story of the song > Both Hands – Ani DiFranco

The protagonist is walking in the rain and feels frustrated because she can't communicate with her partner. She compares their relationship to a swan song that an old lady is listening to from the floor below. She talks about sleeping next to her partner, and how their relationship has resulted in her feeling hopeless. The protagonist wants to remember their relationship, but she knows that when they leave their apartment, their history together will be painted over.