Grapefruit Moon
Nanci Griffith · Ruby's Torch [2006]
Shining down on me
I heard that tune and now I'm pining
Honey, can't you see?
Every time I hear that melody
Something breaks inside
And the grapefruit moon, one star shining
Can't turn back the tide
Never had a destination
Could not get across
And you became my inspiration
Oh, but what a cost
Every time I hear that melody
Something breaks inside
And the grapefruit moon, one star shining
It's more than I can hide
Now I'm smoking
Cigarettes and strive for purity
And I'll slip
Just like the stars into obscurity
Every time I hear that melody
It puts me up a tree
And the grapefruit moon, one star shining
Is all that I can see
Grapefruit Moon
Nanci Griffith's "Grapefruit Moon" stands as a luminous centerpiece on her 2006 album *Ruby's Torch*, embodying the delicate yet resilient spirit of her songwriting. Recorded with her signature acoustic intimacy, the track captures the quiet melancholy and lyrical precision characteristic of her career spanning decades. Griffith, a master of folk and Americana, weaves narratives of personal reflection and emotional depth that resonate deeply with listeners. The song's placement within *Ruby's Torch* highlights her ability to blend traditional storytelling with contemporary sensibilities, creating a sonic landscape that feels both timeless and distinctly her own. Through her voice and guitar work, Griffith invites audiences into a world where introspection meets the warmth of the sun, making "Grapefruit Moon" a defining moment in her discography.