King Of Carrot Flowers

“King of Carrot Flowers” is a song by the band Neutral Milk Hotel, from their critically acclaimed 1998 album “In the Aeroplane Over the Sea.” The song is divided into three parts: “King of Carrot Flowers, Part One,” and “King of Carrot Flowers, Parts Two and Three.”

• “King of Carrot Flowers, Part One”: This section features a relatively simple acoustic guitar setup accompanied by Jeff Mangum’s distinctive vocal delivery. The lyrics present a poignant, somewhat surreal narrative touching on themes of childhood, family dynamics, and introspection.

• “King of Carrot Flowers, Parts Two and Three”: These parts are often performed as a single suite and have a more intense, layered arrangement compared to Part One. The lyrics become more abstract and religious in imagery, featuring one of the album’s most memorable lines: “I love you, Jesus Christ.”

Neutral Milk Hotel is known for their unique blend of folk, indie rock, and psychedelic influences, and “In the Aeroplane Over the Sea” remains one of the most influential albums in the indie music scene. The heartfelt, enigmatic lyrics paired with the raw, powerful instrumentation continue to resonate with listeners.