Kathleen's Song
The Byrds · Complete Album Collection [2011]
I want to go, where will you be?
So I'll stay home letting my hair grow long
And I will be walking in dew
While fire burns summer is gone, winter is sorrow
But time don't mean nothing to me
When only the owls listen to hear my songs
And I will be walking in dew
And I will be waiting for you
Some people say, "Love goes away", not mine
A rose is red for your cheeks, I will borrow
And find a place for you to see
A sash of blue tells me your love is strong
Each day my life, starting anew
And I will be waiting for you
Kathleen's Song
Released by The Byrds, 'Kathleen's Song' stands as a poignant example of the group's early exploration of folk-rock and their deep engagement with Bob Dylan's songwriting. Recorded during the band's formative years, the track captures the acoustic intimacy and melodic simplicity characteristic of their first albums. The song reflects the era's shift toward narrative storytelling and social consciousness, blending traditional folk structures with the Byrds' distinctive guitar-driven arrangements. As part of their broader discography, it highlights the band's ability to reinterpret Dylan's material while maintaining their own unique sonic identity, cementing their legacy as pioneers of the 1960s folk-rock movement.