Think I'm Gonna Have A Baby
Carly Simon · Original Album Series [2012]
I think I'm gonna be a lady
Opinions flyin' right and left
I think I'm gonna tell them maybe
They're puttin' out too many phonograph records
I think I'm gonna have a baby, a baby
I wouldn't be naughty for the sake of naught
Or be different just to differ
I wouldn't sell myself just to get bought
Or give just to deliver
They're puttin' out too many phonograph records
I think I want to be a river, be a river...
Rivers do such nice things, they roll to the sea
When I am a river then I'll want to listen to me
They're puttin' out too many phonograph records
I think I want to be a river
So you pick me up, and you tune me up
And you wind me up and play me
You talk about heart
And you say you know soul
And the way to treat a lady
You're puttin' out too many phonograph records
I think I'm gonna have a baby, have a baby
Babys do such nice things, they rock on your knee
When I was a baby my rockin' was something to see
Think I'm Gonna Have A Baby
Carly Simon's 'Think I'm Gonna Have A Baby' stands as a poignant song in her extensive discography, reflecting the personal and emotional themes that have defined her career since the early 1970s. The track exemplifies her signature style, blending folk-rock sensibilities with introspective lyricism that explores the anxieties and joys of motherhood. While often associated with her broader catalog of socially conscious and romantic works, this recording captures a specific moment in her artistic evolution, showcasing her ability to translate intimate life experiences into universal musical narratives. The song remains a testament to her enduring influence on the singer-songwriter genre, offering listeners a glimpse into the vulnerability and strength characteristic of her best-known performances.