One Blade Shy Of A Sharp Edge
Nanci Griffith · The Complete Mca Studio Recordings [1996]
I've rolled up my window so you're honkin' again
Your stereo could drive the devil out
Hey, you drink too much and you talk too loud
But you think you got it made
Think you got it made
Think you got it made
When you're one blade shy of a sharp edge
Republican is the way you vote
You've got a sticker on your bumper that's how I know
And you think true love is around this bend
You've been around the bend since the age of ten
But you think you've got it made
Think you've got it made
Think you've got it made
When you're one blade shy of a sharp edge
Now, I'm a little too old for your toupee curls
I'm a full grown woman and you're lookin' for girls
Hey, it's Saturday night so go on down the road
I'll cancel you out when I go to the polls
But you think you got it made
Think you got it made
Think you got it made
When you're one blade shy of a sharp edge
Hey, hey
One Blade Shy Of A Sharp Edge
Nanci Griffith stands as a defining voice in American roots music, blending folk, country, and bluegrass with a distinctive narrative flair. Her extensive discography showcases a mastery of storytelling, often weaving personal reflection with broader social commentary. This track appears on her comprehensive collection of studio recordings from the mid-1990s, a period marked by her deepening exploration of traditional song structures and original compositions. Griffith's work during this era solidified her reputation for emotional depth and musical versatility, bridging the gap between contemporary singer-songwriters and the enduring traditions of acoustic music. Her ability to craft intimate yet universally resonant songs ensures her continued influence across multiple generations of listeners.