Ain't That The Way
Ani DiFranco · So Much Shouting, So Much Laughter [2002]
and you love me
and ain't that the way
it's supposed to be?
i swing my stick legs 'round at the root
and pile drive each foot into a platform boot
and i'm up and i'm out
cuz i'm bouncing off the walls
and i come when i'm called
and you called
i got a super-cute three-piece suit
one piece for your body
one piece for your smile
one more little piece
if you stay a while
i gotta beeline double time
leave my home sweet home for your honeycomb
then i show up steady, ready and proud
and i find i've forgotten how to talk out loud
isn't it just like you
to bring me to my knees
in my brand new stockings
while the cat is out with my tongue
isn't it just like you
to bring me to my knees
in my brand new stockings
love makes me feel so dumb
Ain't That The Way
Ani DiFranco's 'Ain't That The Way' appears on the 2002 album So Much Shouting, So Much Laughter, a collection that reflects her signature blend of folk and punk sensibilities. The track exemplifies her direct, unapologetic songwriting style, characteristic of her extensive discography spanning decades. DiFranco has long been a central figure in the feminist folk movement, using her platform to address social issues with clarity and emotional resonance. This recording continues her tradition of creating accessible yet politically charged music that resonates with listeners seeking authentic voices in contemporary folk. Her work remains influential within the genre, inspiring countless artists to prioritize lyrical honesty and community engagement in their own recordings.