The Minstrel
Dan Fogelberg · Portrait: Music Of Dan Fogelberg From 1972-1997 [1997]
Neither mistress or wife
And she waits for me every morning by the sea
Where the fishing hawk wheels
And the sun warms the seals
There she lays at her silent anchorage for me
She is fine, she is fleet
She will run, reach, or beat
With a song in her rigging and her sails
And when day is done
We will lay to as one
And sleep 'neath the rolling rhythm of the stars
And we sail away
Off to Jericho Bay
Where the blue of the sea meets the sky
And the song that she sings me
It brings me such peace
When the seas rise up angry and high
She's a friend of mine
The minstrel
There are loons off to port
And the porpoises sport
In her wake as she breaks the rolling main
And with the wind in her sails
We will run with the whales
As they swim through their dark diminishing domain
And we sail away
Off to Jericho Bay
Where the blue of the sea meets the sky
And the song that she sings me
It brings me such peace
When the seas rise up angry and high
She's a friend of mine
The minstrel
The Minstrel
The Minstrel stands as a reflective song in Dan Fogelberg's expansive discography, showcasing the introspective songwriting that defined his career. Known for blending folk sensibilities with rock instrumentation, Fogelberg often explored themes of memory, travel, and the passage of time. This recording captures his signature acoustic guitar work and melodic clarity, hallmarks of his style during the 1970s and 1980s. While Fogelberg achieved significant commercial success with hits like Leader of the Band and Longer, tracks like The Minstrel offer a deeper look into his artistic range beyond the radio. The song remains a testament to his ability to craft intimate narratives within a broader musical landscape, appealing to listeners who appreciate thoughtful composition and emotive delivery.