For Beautie's Sake
Marianne Faithfull · Other Songs - Marianne Faithfull
What are you takin' for beautie's sake
What are you takin'
What are you takin' for beautie's sake
What are you takin' for beautie's sake
What are you takin' for beautie's sake
What are you takin'
What are you takin' for beautie's sake ?
My heart's achin' 'cause I can't ignore you,
My heart's breakin' 'cause I can't reward you
What can I do ?
'cause you stepped inside my soul
Feel like you're dyin' for beautie's sake
Say that you're lyin' for beautie's sake
Who cares what you're feeling ?
You've lost and you're dealing for beautie's sake.
In your circle you hold supreme sway,
Can you imagine not getting your own way ?
What can I do
'cause you stepped inside my soul ?
What are you takin' for beautie's sake
What are you takin' for beautie's sake
What are you takin'
What are you takin' for beautie's sake ?
My heart's achin' 'cause I can't ignore you
My heart's breakin' 'cause I can't reward you.
What can I do ?
'cause you stepped inside my soul.
You stand astride the city takin' it all in
Lyin' before the fire admiring your own skin
Beautiful and dumb ¡º avarice and then some
What can I do ?
What can I do ?
What can I do ?
'cause you stepped inside my soul ?
What are you takin' for beautie's sake
What are you takin' for beautie's sake
What are you takin'
What are you takin' for beautie's sake ?
What are you takin' for beautie's sake
What are you takin' for beautie's sake
What are you takin'
What are you fakin' for beautie's sake ?
What are you takin' for beautie's sake
What are you takin' for beautie's sake
What are you takin'
What are you takin' for beautie's sake ?
For Beautie's Sake
Released in 1966, Marianne Faithfull's 'For Beautie's Sake' stands as a defining track of the British Invasion era, blending folk and pop sensibilities with a distinctive vocal delivery. The song captures the raw, introspective energy characteristic of Faithfull's early career, reflecting the transitional musical landscape of mid-1960s England. Recorded during a period when she was establishing herself as a serious artist beyond her earlier pop hits, the track showcases her ability to convey complex emotions through melody and tone. It remains a significant song in her discography, illustrating her evolution from a teen idol to a respected figure in rock and folk history. The recording's enduring appeal lies in its authentic sound and Faithfull's nuanced performance, which resonated with audiences seeking genuine expression amidst the polished productions of the time.