Rise To The Occasion -W/ Mac Macannaly
Nanci Griffith · Other Songs - Nanci Griffith
It's such a contradiction
To lose all control and common sense
And even intuition
You came along, with a strange new song
And the sweetest innovation
And you said, "One should never fall in love
But rise to the occasion"
To have loved and lost, I know the cost
I fell and almost drowned
If not for you, I'd have missed this view
From higher ground
Now we can touch the sky above
At the Angel's invitation
And we don't even have to fall in love
Just rise to the occasion
Love should be pure and free
A smiling inspiration
And one should never fall in love
But rise to the occasion
Rise To The Occasion - W/ Mac Macannaly
Nanci Griffith's "Rise To The Occasion" features a collaboration with Mac Macannaly, blending her signature acoustic storytelling with a dynamic vocal partnership. The track exemplifies Griffith's ability to weave personal narrative with broader social commentary, characteristic of her work spanning from the folk revival era through her later, more experimental periods. While often associated with albums like "The Loving Kind" or "Flyer," this recording stands as a testament to her versatility in merging traditional folk structures with contemporary arrangements. The inclusion of Macannaly adds a layer of rhythmic drive and harmonic richness, elevating the song beyond a standard acoustic ballad into a spirited piece that reflects Griffith's enduring commitment to authentic expression and musical innovation.