One Of These Days
Nanci Griffith · The Loving Kind [2009]
We've lived our lives so out of place
You touch my cheek and I do wonder how this happened
That two young lovers could pack their dreams
And move from the Texas Plains
Oh, I'm gonna take us back where we belong
Where you can see it in the stars that the weather's comin' on
One of these days
Now, our Daddy's grew cotton spittin' dust of a mornin'
We met on a school bus rollin' through the Autumn fields our Daddy's raised
Beneath a hot August sky our Mothers waved goodbye
My Daddy tipped his hat with a tear in his eye
When we left for the city where the sun rarely shines
It was a hundred and two in the shade
Oh, I'm gonna take us back where we belong
Where you can see it in the stars that the weather's comin' on
One of these days
Hey, do you wanna take a cab uptown?
Watch the skaters go 'round and around
We could talk about leavin' this town
Some other day
And I suppose we look like natives here
This middle aged couple with silver hair
And on cold winter nights this love we share
Is still a hundred and two in the shade
Oh, I'm gonna take us back where we belong
Where you can see it in the stars that the weather's comin' on
One of these days
Yes, I'm gonna take us back where we belong
Where you can see it in the stars that the weather's comin' on
One of these days
One of these days
One of these days
One of these days
One Of These Days
Nanci Griffith's "One Of These Days" stands as a poignant exploration of resilience and the passage of time, delivered with her signature acoustic warmth. Recorded for her 2009 album "The Loving Kind," the track exemplifies her mastery of blending traditional folk storytelling with contemporary sensibilities. Griffith's voice carries a narrative depth that invites listeners to reflect on life's uncertainties and the enduring human spirit. The song's composition reflects her broader discography, where she consistently weaves personal history with universal themes, creating a sonic tapestry that resonates across generations. As a staple of her catalog, this recording showcases her ability to craft intimate yet expansive musical landscapes, cementing her status as a vital voice in modern American folk music.