Come My Way [Version 1]
Marianne Faithfull · Other Songs - Marianne Faithfull
Has grown there for two score years or more
And I've grown weary waiting for love to say
"Come my way, come my way."
The brook that sings and twinkles in the sun
Has danced this mercy dance since time begun
But o how weary and how long the day will he say
"Come my way."
Lovers all around, I wish you joy
Happiness to every girl and boy.
But sometimes spare a thought of me and say
"Love come her way," come my way.
Come My Way [Version 1]
Recorded during the mid-1960s, Marianne Faithfull's 'Come My Way' stands as a poignant example of her early solo work, capturing the raw emotional vulnerability that would define her career. The track reflects the transitional period in her life following her marriage to Mick Jagger, showcasing her ability to blend folk sensibilities with emerging pop sensibilities. As part of her broader discography from this era, the song highlights her distinctive vocal style, characterized by a breathy, intimate delivery that conveyed deep personal narrative. While often associated with the broader British Invasion sound, Faithfull's contribution here emphasized a more introspective approach, distinguishing her from contemporaries and establishing her reputation as a serious artist capable of exploring complex themes of love and loss without relying on conventional pop structures.