Shadows of Her Mind
Roy Drusky · Jody and the Kid (Mercury) [1968]
I met her sadly in the slowly fallin' rain
Cryin' softly in her loneliness and pain
Knowing no one needin' someone as bad as me
And she told me as I held her tremblin' hand
Walkin' slowly how she'd never known a man
Livin' lonely in her cottage by the sea.
When the mornin' came her tears had changed to laughter
And before the night her heart beat close to mine
And I thought as she lay sleepin' of the secret she was keepin'
Hidden somewhere in the shadows of her mind.
In the mornin' as I wakened with the dawn
Without warnin' I could feel that she was gone
Leavin' nothin' but her silence next to me
And lonely footprints that I followed in the sand
Walkin' slowly for I knew where they would end
Disappearing in the silence of the sea.
And I sometimes hear the echoes of her laughter
As I search for what I know I'll never find
For the answer I was seeking was a secret she's still keeping
Hidden somewhere in the shadows of her mind...
Shadows of Her Mind
Roy Drusky's "Shadows of Her Mind" stands as a defining example of his late 1960s country-pop crossover success, released on the Mercury label alongside hits like "When I Loved Her." The track exemplifies the smooth, melodic style that characterized Drusky's work during this era, blending traditional country instrumentation with polished production that appealed to a broader audience. Recorded during the height of his career, the song reflects the romantic themes prevalent in country music of the time, showcasing Drusky's ability to craft emotionally resonant ballads that became staples of his discography. Its inclusion on the album "Jody and the Kid" highlights the collaborative nature of his output, while the song's enduring popularity underscores its place in the catalog of classic country recordings from the late sixties.