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Artist/Band:
Marianne Faithfull
Lyrics for Song: That Was The Day
Lyrics for Album: No Regrets [2008]
Going home in a trailer filled with canada dry,
Looking forward to being with you.
Got in to the broadway and what do I find ?
Some lady's been sleeping there, too.
I was dreamin' of our meetin' all down the m1
'cause I hadn't seen you for so long.
Then out of the blue, something came down and warned me
And I sat there and wrote down this song.
That was the day that the coke came to nashville,
That was the day I laughed till I cried.
That was the day all my dreams turned to ashes
And I lost my blues and I smiled.
Well, I walked in the door and I heard you two laughing,
Just like I'd hoped that we'd do.
So I went up the stairs, left your keys on the table,
And I wrote on the mirror, 'we're through!'.
That was the day that the coke came to nashville,
That was the day that I had, honey.
That was the day that the coke came to nashville,
And I've got the blues out just bad.
Going home on a train, going back to my mother,
Feeling better already, keep telling myself:
'don't you cry, you'll forget him and find a new lover,
So let's sit back and drink to his health.'
That was the day that the coke came to nashville,
That was the day I laughed till I cried.
That was the day that I felt my heart breaking,
Ain't it funny, after all I've survived.
Ain't it funny, after all I've survived.
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That Was The Day
Released on Marianne Faithfull's 2008 compilation No Regrets, 'That Was The Day' stands as a poignant example of her mid-career vocal prowess. The track captures the melancholic essence of her work during a period where she explored themes of lost love and personal reflection. Faithfull's delivery is intimate and raw, characteristic of her ability to convey deep emotion through minimalistic arrangements. As part of her broader discography, the song reflects her transition from the pop sensibilities of her early years to a more mature, soulful approach. It remains a staple in her catalog, often cited alongside other tracks like 'Tenderness' and 'Ruby Tuesday' for its emotional resonance and enduring appeal within the folk and pop genres. |
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