Can't Control The Wind
Bill Anderson · Other Songs - Bill Anderson
(Bill Anderson - Roger Pirtle - Pat Lovely)
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RECORDED BY RICKY SKAGGS
When I was a boy daddy was my guiding light
We'd take walks and talk about fishing girls and life
He'd help me with my homework cheer me up when I was down
Best friend that I ever had I miss havin' him around
He'd say do the very best you can with all that you've been blessed
And if the load's too great for you the Lord will do the rest
Keep one thing in mind if all else should fail
You can't control the wind but you can adjust the sail
Daddy lost his job when the factory closed
Times were hard bills to pay he was troubled and it showed
But he said son don't worry it's all to no avail
We can't control the wind but we can adjust the sail
I think of his advice when life turns its back on me
There is no mountain I can't climb if I start down on my knees
I'll do the very best I can with all that I've been blessed
And if the load's too great for me the Lord will do the rest
I'll keep one thing in mind if all else should fail
I can't control the wind but I can adjust the sail
No I can't control the wind but I can adjust the sail
Can't Control The Wind
Bill Anderson's "Can't Control The Wind" stands as a quintessential example of his mastery over the country ballad, blending acoustic storytelling with a melodic structure that has defined his career. Released during a pivotal era for his discography, the track exemplifies his signature ability to weave personal narrative with universal themes of resilience and acceptance. Anderson's vocal delivery in this recording captures a quiet intensity, characteristic of his work from the late 1970s through the early 1980s, where he frequently explored the complexities of human emotion without resorting to dramatic flair. The song remains a staple in his catalog, often performed live to resonate with audiences who appreciate his grounded approach to songwriting and his consistent contribution to the American country sound.