She's Got A Problem
Marianne Faithfull · Other Songs - Marianne Faithfull
In the end will I go on minding that you've gone?
Will the night always seem so long?
Is it really darkest before dawn?
Will I see whiskey as a Mother in the end?
In the end will I smash my brains with drinking?
Till I fall down on the floor
Will I hiccup and jabber
Saying things I never meant?
Will I kiss and cry and wake to find
A sordid stranger by my bed?
Will the world shake its sensible head
And say the words that have to be said?
She's got a problem
Every problem has solution in the end
And solutions must be final
For help gets so unhelpful near the end
When I take my last ride
Down the big dipper slide
Will I care, will it matter
If the world should say?
She had a problem
She had a problem
She had a problem
In the end will it matter that you've gone?
In the end will I go on minding that you've gone?
Will the night always seem so long?
Is it really darkest before dawn?
Will I see whiskey as a Mother in the end?
She's Got A Problem
Released by Marianne Faithfull, this track stands as a poignant exploration of personal turmoil and emotional vulnerability. The recording captures the singer's distinctive voice, blending folk sensibilities with a raw, confessional tone that became a hallmark of her early career. Often associated with her debut album, the song reflects the introspective nature of her work during the late 1960s, a period where she began to shed the glam rock persona for a more authentic, literary approach to songwriting. The composition serves as a quiet narrative of struggle, utilizing simple instrumentation to highlight the lyrical depth and emotional resonance that defined her transition into a respected figure in the folk revival. It remains a significant piece in her discography, illustrating her ability to translate complex inner experiences into accessible music.