Extra, Extra
Neil Young · Other Songs - Neil Young
I saw a man yesterday.
I asked him if he'd wanna
Tell me what made him this way.
He said, when it's born, it's warm,
Then it gathers strength in lies,
When it falls, it falls all over you.
He used to pick his friends.
They left him in the end.
An easy thing to lose,
The right to pick and choose.
When it's born, it's warm,
Then it gathers strength in lies,
When it falls, it falls all over you.
He said he left his wife,
The back-bone of his life.
Another came along,
But now I guess she's gone.
When it's born, it's warm,
Then it gathers strength in lies,
When it falls, it falls all over you.
I think I used to see
That old man on TV,
Can you be the same?
It seems like such a shame.
When it's born, it's warm,
Then it gathers strength in lies,
When it falls, it falls all over you.
The world he thought he knew,
Has better things to do.
As I went on my way
I thought I heard him say:
When it's born, it's warm,
Then it gathers strength in lies,
When it falls, it falls all over you.
Extra, Extra
Neil Young's "Extra, Extra" stands as a defining track from his 1972 album *Harvest*, capturing the raw energy and folk-rock sensibilities that characterized his work during this pivotal era. The song features Young's signature acoustic guitar work and vocal delivery, blending traditional storytelling with a modern, driving rhythm that propelled him to mainstream success. Released during a period where Young was navigating the transition from the counterculture movement to broader commercial appeal, the recording exemplifies his ability to fuse personal expression with accessible pop structures. As a staple of his discography, the track remains a testament to his influence on the folk-rock genre and his enduring legacy as a songwriter who prioritized authenticity over polish.