Silver Dagger
Joan Baez · An Intimate Performance [2012]
She's sleeping here right by my side
And in her right hand a silver dagger,
She says that I can't be your bride.
All men are false, says my mother,
They'll tell you wicked, lovin' lies.
The very next evening, they'll court another,
Leave you alone to pine and sigh.
My daddy is a handsome devil
He's got a chain five miles long,
And on every link a heart does dangle
Of another maid he's loved and wronged.
Go court another tender maiden,
And hope that she will be your wife,
For I've been warned, and I've decided
To sleep alone all of my life.
Silver Dagger - Joan Baez
Joan Baez's "Silver Dagger" appears on her 2012 album "An Intimate Performance," a recording that captures her enduring commitment to acoustic folk and protest music. The track exemplifies her signature style, blending traditional folk structures with socially conscious themes that have defined her career since the 1960s. Baez's voice remains a central element in this rendition, delivering the lyrics with the clarity and emotional resonance characteristic of her work. As part of her extensive discography, the song reflects her lifelong dedication to using music as a vehicle for advocacy and storytelling. This recording contributes to her legacy as a pivotal figure in American folk history, maintaining relevance through her continued performances and releases.