Blue Banisters (song)

"Blue Banisters" is a song by American singer-songwriter Lana Del Rey, released as the title track and third single from her eighth studio album of the same name. The song was written by Del Rey, Gabriel Edward Simon, and Jennifer Decilveo, and produced by Del Rey, Decilveo, and Zachary Dawes.

The song, released on May 20, 2021, is a piano-driven ballad characterized by its melancholic and introspective lyrics. "Blue Banisters" explores themes of family, memory, healing, and female solidarity, referencing specific locations and personal experiences. The lyrics mention Del Rey's sisters, Chuck and Caroline, as well as her relationship with her mother. The title itself refers to the color of the banisters on a house. The lyrics depict the speaker painting the banisters blue as a symbolic act of renewal or covering up past trauma.

The song's production is deliberately understated, emphasizing Del Rey's vocals and the emotional weight of the lyrics. Critics have noted the song's rawness and vulnerability, highlighting its autobiographical nature and its exploration of complex familial relationships. While not a major commercial success upon release, "Blue Banisters" was generally well-received by critics and contributed to the overall artistic direction and themes of the Blue Banisters album.