Times Square
Marianne Faithfull · Blazing Away [1990]
Hiding from the fast talk
Watch 'don't walk' to 'walk'
Easy when you're dreaming
Staring at the movies
Standing in a circle,
Laughing at the wrong time.
If alcohol could take me there.
I'd take a shot a minute
And be there by the hour.
Take a walk around times square
With a pistol in my suitcase
And my eyes on the tv.
In a car taking a back seat
Staring out the window
Thinking about danger.
Playing in a wrong world
Fighting ¡º but I'm not free.
Talking on the telephone
Talking about you and me.
If jesus christ could take me here
I'd fall dawn on my knees,
Have no questions to his answers.
Take a walk around times square
With a pistol in my suitcase
And my eyes on the tv.
Alcohol could take me there.
I'd take a shot a minute
And be there by the hour.
Take a walk around times square
With a pistol in my suitcase
And my eyes on the tv.
And if I die gaining my senses
Wake up in a hotel
Staring at the ceiling.
Times Square - Marianne Faithfull
Released on the 1990 compilation album Blazing Away, Marianne Faithfull's cover of 'Times Square' stands as a poignant addition to her extensive discography. Faithfull, known for her distinctive voice and introspective songwriting, reimagined the classic track with a mature, reflective tone that contrasts sharply with the original's upbeat energy. The recording captures her signature ability to blend pop sensibilities with deeper emotional resonance, characteristic of her work spanning from her early days with The Fairground Sketchers to her solo career. This version serves as a testament to her enduring artistry, offering a sophisticated take on a well-known song that highlights her unique vocal texture and compositional depth within the broader context of her musical legacy.