City Girl
Joan Armatrading · Singer Songwriter [2004]
With your big ideas
You'll find out
That life just ain't that
Way here
There's such a lot of
Big fish in the sea
But don't take my word
Just sit back and you'll see
While closing the door
Turned and said I've seen you baby
But I've got you fooled
And so has
X million more...
There's such a lot of
Pretence in this world
But don't take my word
Just sit back and you'll see
So settle down [settle down]
City girl [city girl]
Make life what it should be
Lots of laughs [lots of laughs]
All you want [all you want]
That's how it oughtta to be
But don't take my word
Just sit back and you'll see
While closing the door
Turned and said I've seen you baby
But I've got you fooled
And so has
X million more, yeah
There's such a lot of
Pretence in this world
But don't take my word
Just sit back and you'll see
So settle down [settle down]
City girl [city girl]
Make life what it should be
Lots of laughs [lots of laughs]
All you want [all you want]
That's how it oughtta to be
But don't take my word
Just sit back and you'll see
Don't take my word
Just sit back and you'll see
City Girl
Joan Armatrading's "City Girl" stands as a compelling song in her extensive discography, showcasing the refined songwriting that has defined her career since the 1970s. Released on the 2004 album Singer Songwriter, the track reflects her signature blend of rock and pop sensibilities, characterized by intricate guitar work and a distinctive vocal delivery. Armatrading has long been celebrated for her ability to craft intimate narratives that resonate with universal themes, and this recording continues that tradition. The song captures the essence of her mature period, balancing melodic accessibility with the sophisticated arrangements that have earned her enduring respect in the music industry. As part of a body of work that spans decades, "City Girl" reinforces her status as a vital figure in British rock and singer-songwriter traditions.