Wysteria
Dan Fogelberg · Triple Feature [2009]
Those of us who loved you when can't even find you
Wysteria, did you lose another man?
Did you make him understand that he can't touch you?
Wysteria, did he take you to the fair?
Were the folks that you met there the same that we met?
Wysteria, did he teach you how to dance?
Did he bring you paper fans to hide your secret?
Was he just like all the rest when he got to the sad part?
Did he stay a bit too long to save his heart?
Was he just like all the rest when he got to the sad part?
Did he stay a bit too long to save his heart?
Wysteria, are your lips still lily white?
Do they still bloom just at night and die at sunrise?
Wysteria
Dan Fogelberg was a defining voice in American folk-rock, celebrated for his intricate guitar work and introspective songwriting. His discography spans decades, blending acoustic textures with orchestral arrangements to create a sound that resonated deeply with listeners. Wysteria stands as a testament to his ability to craft evocative melodies that explore themes of memory and place. The track reflects the polished production style found in his later recordings, where he often revisited personal narratives with renewed clarity. Alongside well-known compositions like Leader of the Band and Illinois, this song contributes to a rich body of work that established Fogelberg as a master of the genre. His music continues to be appreciated for its emotional depth and sophisticated musicality, offering a lasting connection to the singer-songwriter tradition.