She Thinks I Can
Bobby Bare · Singin' in the Kitchen (w. Family) [RCA Victor] [1974]
(Okay, hold it kids, hold it! Listen!
I wanna sing a song now especially for mama.
Okay? This is for mama.)
She looks at me with the eyes of a child
She thinks I can reach out and turn back the tide
And I'm just a man and I can't work no wonders
But she thinks I can so I try.
She follows me down the dark pathways I'm leadin'
She's still believing that I'll find the way
And I tell her I can't give her all that she's needin'
But she thinks I can so I may.
I may find a way to turn darkness to suinshine
I may find a rainbow behind the next hill
But with her beside me and heaven to guide me
Lord she thinks I can so I will.
--- Instrumental ---
I may find a way to turn darkness to suinshine
I may find a rainbow behind the next hill
But with her beside me and heaven to guide me
Lord she thinks I can she thinks I can so I will.
I will, Lord, I will...
She Thinks I Can
Bobby Bare's 1974 recording of 'She Thinks I Can' stands as a poignant example of his late-career folk-rock output, delivered on the album *Singin' in the Kitchen (w. Family)*. The track showcases Bare's signature vocal warmth and storytelling ability, characteristic of his work during the mid-1970s. While often associated with his earlier country hits, this rendition reflects a matured artistic voice that blends traditional acoustic textures with a broader musical palette. The song captures the emotional complexity of relationships and self-doubt, themes that have resonated throughout his discography. As part of his RCA Victor catalog from this era, the recording highlights Bare's continued relevance and dedication to crafting sincere, narrative-driven music that appeals to both longtime fans and new listeners seeking authentic folk and country sounds.