What We Want, What We Need

by Holden Laurence

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"What We Want, What We Need" is an intimate examination of the dissonance created in relationships when our desires are at odds with our needs.

Since the fall of 2019, I've released a series of singles that examine coming-of-age angst, the disillusionment of the new American Dream, and the obstacles of forming an identity, exploring sexuality, and developing healthy romantic relationships in the modern digital age. "What We Want, What We Need" is the sixth single in this series, preceded by Candy Scented Scars (2020), Sometimes Laughter (2020), Wild Horses (2020), Rock the Cradle (2019), and Like James Dean (2019).

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Her mind has always been a violent storm
Hidden by the tender night, cradled in its warmth
Her eyes held secrets like a summer rain
What she wants and what she needs are two different things
What she wants and what she needs are two different things

My words have always been a vacant vow
Shrouded in an endless night, cradled in its doubt
My tongue sings secrets into the wind
What I want and what I need are two different things
What I want and what I need are two different things

Two young lovers branded on each other's brain
The ties that bind us still remain
Chasing shadows knowing everything has changed

What we want and what we need are two different things
What we want and what we need are two different things
What we want and what we need are two different things
What we want and what we need

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released September 1, 2020
Written and produced by Holden Laurence

Holden Laurence: Bass / Guitars / Synths / Vocals
Matthew Childers: Drums

℗ © 2020 Holden Laurence

© 2020 Romantic Americana Publishing (ASCAP)

Recorded at Fe True Records / Shave Olivo Audio
Engineered by Shane Olivo
Mixed / Mastered by Shane Olivo
Artwork by Matthew Childers

Special thanks to Dr. Bassie, executive producer and champion of this project.

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Holden Laurence Cleveland, Ohio

"Blends Mope-rock, Post-punk, & New Wave deftly with bittersweet tone & cinematic delivery." - Cleveland Scene

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