Good Phone
Neil Young · Other Songs - Neil Young
A man had his own way
Whether talkin' to a woman
Or crossing the U.S.A.
No telephones were ringing
No angry words exchanged.
I wish I was back in the saddle now
Riding on the range.
Let your fingers do the walking
Call me up some time
I'm listed under Broken Hearts
Looking for a good time.
I can't reach out and touch you
You're hung up on the line
I'm your disconnected number now
And you're a private line.
Well, I used to be so happy,
When you gave good 'phone.
I could call you up from anywhere
For a little bit of home
But now my heart is aching
After every call
By the way you talk you'd think
You never gave good 'phone at all.
Let your fingers do the walking
Call me up some time
I'm listed under Broken Hearts
Looking for a good time.
I can't reach out and touch you
You're hung up on the line
I'm your disconnected number now
And you're a private line.
Let your fingers do the walking
Call me up some time
I'm listed under Broken Hearts.
Looking for a good time.
I can't reach out and touch you
You're hung up on the line
I'm your disconnected number now
And you're a private line.
Good Phone
Neil Young's "Good Phone" stands as a poignant song in his extensive discography, reflecting the artist's signature blend of folk-rock and introspective songwriting. The track captures the universal sentiment of longing and the desire for connection, a theme that resonates deeply within Young's body of work. Recorded during an era where the boundaries between personal expression and modern technology were fluid, the song exemplifies Young's ability to translate contemporary anxieties into timeless musical narratives. With its characteristic acoustic textures and raw vocal delivery, the recording serves as a testament to his enduring influence on the genre, inviting listeners to contemplate the human need for intimacy amidst the noise of daily life.