Little David

Joni Mitchell · Other Songs - Joni Mitchell

Play, little david

Play little david, play



David he would sit in some dark corner

Seemed to melt the shadows with his eyes

And the song that he was playing

Was nothing less than prayin'

And nothing more than sayin' "i'm alive."

Won't you play, little david

Play little david, play



David he would send them notes a-flyin'

Some that laughed and some that felt like tears

He would play them fast or slowly

Play them high or lowly

But they always come out holy to my ear

Won't you play, little david, play little david, play



I don't need no sunday sermon

Need no sunday shoes

When I hear little david playing

I got religion through and through



David he would send them notes a-flyin'

Some that laughed and some that felt like tears

He would play them fast or slowly

Play them high or lowly

But they always come out holy to my ear

Won't you play, little david, play little david, play



I don't need no sunday sermon

Need no sunday shoes

When I hear little david playing

I got religion through and through



David he would send them notes a-flyin'

Some that laughed and some that felt like tears

He would play them fast or slowly

Play them high or lowly

But they always come out holy to my ear



Won't you play, little david, play little david, play

Won't you play, little david, play little david, play

Little David

Little David stands as a poignant song in Joni Mitchell's early discography, capturing her signature blend of folk introspection and sophisticated songwriting. The track reflects the intimate, confessional style that defined her initial recordings, showcasing her ability to weave personal narrative with broader emotional landscapes. As part of her foundational body of work, the song highlights Mitchell's evolving artistry during a period where she was establishing her unique voice within the folk genre. Its composition demonstrates her command of melody and lyrical depth, offering listeners a glimpse into the creative process that would later define her expansive catalogue. This recording remains a testament to her enduring influence on singer-songwriters and her capacity to convey complex feelings through understated musical arrangements.