One Day At A Time
Joan Baez · Other Songs - Joan Baez
I live one day at a time
I dream one dream at a time
Yesterday's dead, and tomorrow is blind
And I live one day at a time.
Bet you're surprised to see me back at home,
You don't know how I miss you when you're gone
Don't ask how long I plan to stay
It never crossed my mind
'Cause I live one day at a time.
I live one day at a time
I dream one dream at a time
Yesterday's dead, and tomorrow is blind
And I live one day at a time.
There's a swallow flyin' across a cloudy sky
Searchin' for a patch of sun so high
Don't ask how long I have to follow him,
Perhaps I won't in time
But I live one day at a time.
I live one day at a time
I dream one dream at a time
Yesterday's dead, and tomorrow is blind
And I live one day at a time.
And I live one day at a time.
I dream one dream at a time
Yesterday's dead, and tomorrow is blind
And I live one day at a time.
Bet you're surprised to see me back at home,
You don't know how I miss you when you're gone
Don't ask how long I plan to stay
It never crossed my mind
'Cause I live one day at a time.
I live one day at a time
I dream one dream at a time
Yesterday's dead, and tomorrow is blind
And I live one day at a time.
There's a swallow flyin' across a cloudy sky
Searchin' for a patch of sun so high
Don't ask how long I have to follow him,
Perhaps I won't in time
But I live one day at a time.
I live one day at a time
I dream one dream at a time
Yesterday's dead, and tomorrow is blind
And I live one day at a time.
And I live one day at a time.
One Day At A Time
Joan Baez's 'One Day At A Time' stands as a quintessential example of her folk revival style, blending acoustic guitar with a vocal delivery that defined the era. The song reflects the optimism and social consciousness characteristic of Baez's early career, often appearing in compilations alongside her other signature works such as 'Guantanamera' and 'Wings'. As a staple of the folk canon, the recording captures the raw, unadorned aesthetic that made Baez a pivotal figure in bringing folk music to mainstream audiences in the 1960s. Its enduring appeal lies in its simple yet profound message, making it a frequent choice for live performances and anthologies celebrating the genre's golden age.