So Sad
Marianne Faithfull · Other Songs - Marianne Faithfull
Fears sure built into every wall.
Looking hard through the glass,
Fears sure built in with every waltz.
Looking out at the rain
Looking in through the storm.
Treading the waves,
Come in from harm.
How could you regret your other words ...
Hoping for thrills ó free as a bird ...
Strum me hard, strum me fast,
Fears sure built into every wall.
Looking hard through the glass,
Fears sure built in with every waltz.
There's a knock at the door,
I get up ó let you in.
Travelled and stained,
Soaked to the skin.
Welcome my darling, you got here at last ...
Come and sit by the fire ó forget what's past.
So sad, so sad,
So sad, so sad.
Strum me hard, strum me fast,
Fears sure built into every wall.
Looking hard through the glass,
Fears sure built in with every waltz.
Looking out at the rain
Looking in through the storm.
Looking back, looking forward,
Flying up, flying down ó
What have you found ?
So sad, so sad
What have you found ?
So sad, so sad
What have you found ?
So sad, so sad
What have you found ?
So sad, so sad.
So Sad - Marianne Faithfull
Released in 1964, 'So Sad' stands as a defining track in Marianne Faithfull's early career, capturing the raw vulnerability and emotional intensity that characterized her debut period. The song reflects the post-war disillusionment and personal turmoil often explored in her early work, blending folk and pop sensibilities with a haunting vocal delivery. As one of her most recognizable recordings from this era, it showcases her ability to convey deep melancholy without relying on dramatic production. The track remains a staple of her discography, illustrating her transition from a young actress to a serious musical artist who would go on to redefine the singer-songwriter genre. Its enduring appeal lies in its authentic portrayal of heartbreak and its place within the broader context of 1960s British music.