Boulder To Birmingham ( Emmylou Harris )
Mark Knopfler · Other Songs - Mark Knopfler
I got on this airplane just to fly
And I know there's life below
But all that it can show me
Is the prairie and the sky
And I don't want to hear a sad story
Full of heartbreak and desire
The last time I felt like this
It was in the wilderness and the canyon was on fire
And I stood on the mountain in the night and I watched it burn
I watched it burn, I watched it burn.
I would rock my soul in the bosom of Abraham
I would hold my life in his saving grace.
I would walk all the way from Boulder to Birmingham
If I thought I could see, I could see your face.
Well you really got me this time
And the hardest part is knowing I'll survive.
I have come to listen for the sound
Of the trucks as they move down
Out on ninety five
And pretend that it's the ocean
coming down to wash me clean, to wash me clean
Baby do you know what I mean
I would rock my soul in the bosom of Abraham
I would hold my life in his saving grace.
I would walk all the way from Boulder to Birmingham
If I thought I could see, I could see your face.
Boulder To Birmingham ( Emmylou Harris )
Mark Knopfler's "Boulder To Birmingham ( Emmylou Harris )" stands as a testament to his enduring ability to craft intimate, narrative-driven songs. The track reflects the guitarist's signature fingerstyle approach, weaving a story that bridges geographical and emotional distances. While the title suggests a journey from Colorado to Alabama, the song's core lies in its dedication to Emmylou Harris, a figure who has long influenced Knopfler's musical sensibilities. This recording fits within a broader catalogue of works where Knopfler explores personal connections and travel, often blending rock and folk elements with a subtle, understated production style. The piece exemplifies his knack for creating atmospheric soundscapes that feel both expansive and deeply personal, inviting listeners into a world defined by movement and memory without relying on overt dramatics.