Dublin Blues
Guy Clark · Other Songs - Guy Clark
In a chilly parlor bar
Drinkin' Mad Dog Margaritas
And not carin' where you are
But here I sit in Dublin
Just rollin' cigarettes
Holdin' back and chokin' back
The shakes with every breath
Forgive me all my anger
Forgive me all my faults
There's no need to forgive me
For thinkin' what I thought
I loved you from the git go
I'll love you till I die
I loved you on the Spanish steps
The day you said goodbye
I am just a poor boy
Work's my middle name
If money was a reason
I would not be the same
I'll stand up and be counted
I'll face up to the truth
I'll walk away from trouble
But I can't walk away from you
Forgive me all my anger
Forgive me all my faults
There's no need to forgive me
For thinkin' what I thought
I loved you from the git go
I'll love you till I die
I loved you on the Spanish steps
The day you said goodbye
I have been to Fort Worth
I have been to Spain
I have been to proud
To come in out of the rain
I have seen the David
I've seen the Mona Lisa too
I have heard Doc Watson
Play Columbus Stockade Blues
Forgive me all my anger
Forgive me all my faults
There's no need to forgive me
For thinkin' what I thought
I loved you from the git go
I'll love you till I die
I loved you on the Spanish steps
The day you said goodbye
I wish I was in Austin
In a chilly parlour bar
Drinkin' Mad Dog Margaritas
And not carin' where you are
Dublin Blues
Guy Clark's "Dublin Blues" stands as a quintessential example of his mastery over the honky-tonk and country blues genres. Recorded with a raw, acoustic authenticity, the track captures the weary soul of a traveling musician, a theme central to Clark's body of work. The song reflects his ability to weave narrative storytelling with melodic simplicity, avoiding grandiose production in favor of intimate, human emotion. Often associated with his broader exploration of the American South and its musical traditions, the recording showcases his signature blend of folk and country influences. It remains a staple in his discography, demonstrating his commitment to capturing the transient nature of life on the road through his distinctive vocal delivery and lyrical focus on hardship and resilience.

