Featured Song: “As You Are”

Today we feature “As You Are” by Travis from Stephenie Meyer’s playlist for The Host. This song is meant from Wanderer’s perspective and it addresses her complex relationship with the distrustful humans, especially Jared.

For her annotated playlist, this is the quote from the book that Meyer thought best described the moment when this song played in her head:

Wanderer’s POV

       Because I was in love with him, no matter that it was unwilling. I had to look at Jared before I left. Mel wanted this, too, but wished that she could somehow exclude me from the process.
       He was staring at me. I had a feeling his eyes had been on me for a long time. His face was carefully composed, but there was a surprise and suspicion in there again. It made me tired. What would be the point of acting out a charade now, even if I were that talented a lair? Walter would never stand up for me again. I couldn’t sucker him anymore.
       I met Jared’s gaze for one long second, then turned to hurry down the pitch-black corridor that was brighter than his expression.
       –Chapter 31: “Needed” (pages 326-327)

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As You Are by Travis
Everyday I wake up alone because
I’m not like all the other boys
And ever since I was young
I had no choice
But it’s OK to lead me on
I must admit it’s not much fun
To be led on by such a one
As you are
As you are
As you are
And ever since I woke up I felt the net
Was lifting me out of the sea
And even when I’m sinking I feel the need
But it’s OK to lead me on
I must admit it’s not much fun
To be led on by such a one
As you are
As you are
As you are
And ever since a long time
I felt the rain
And there was no danger
And no more strangers
As you are