The Letter (Joe Cocker Version)
Neal Morse · Cover 2 Cover [2012]
I ain't got time to take no fast train
Lonely days are gone, I'm a coming home,
My Baby she wrote me a letter
I don't care how much I gotta to spend now
Gonna find my way, my way back home again
Lonely days are gone, I'm coming home,
My Baby she wrote me a letter
Well she wrote me a letter,
said she couldn't live without me no more
Listen Mister can't you see
I got to get back to my baby once more
Anyway Yeah
Give me a ticket for an aeroplane.
I ain't got time to take no fast train
Oh. lonely days are gone, I'm a going home,
My Baby she wrote me a letter
Saxophone
Solo Sax
..she wrote me..
Oh, come on
Piano Solo
Oh, come on
She wrote me a letter,
She said she couldn't live without me no more
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Listen Mister can't you see
I got to get back to my baby once more
Anyway Yeah
Give me a ticket for an aeroplane.
Ain't got time to take no fast train
Oh lonely days are gone, I'm coming home,
my Baby she wrote me a letter
My Baby wrote me a letter
My baby wrote me a letter
My baby wrote me a letter
(She wrote me a letter)
My Baby wrote me a letter
My baby wrote me a letter
My baby wrote me a letter
(She wrote me a letter now)
About The Letter (Joe Cocker Version)
Neal Morse delivers a striking reinterpretation of Joe Cocker's "The Letter" on his 2012 album *Cover 2 Cover*. This recording showcases Morse's signature blend of progressive rock and acoustic storytelling, transforming the original blues-rock anthem into a modern, intricate composition. The track highlights his ability to honor classic songwriting while applying complex time signatures and melodic structures characteristic of his discography. By revisiting such a powerful vocal performance, Morse demonstrates his commitment to expanding the song's emotional resonance through his unique musical lens. The result is a dynamic piece that bridges generational styles, proving that the core message of the original remains potent when reimagined with contemporary artistry.