Frank Forgets
Leo Kottke · Burnt Lips [1989]
Jane Alone and someone else
set out across the lawn
after the rapid train
with gloves they'd brought along
And underneath the stupid moon
impaled upon their prank
Jane Alone and someone else
made a mess of Frank
His hand was where his nose should be
his head stuck up his ass
he walked on one leg naturally
and watched the bipeds pass
So now and then, when lost friends call
to recount the past
Frank forgets cause he came too late
and love's run out of gas
and love's run out of gas
set out across the lawn
after the rapid train
with gloves they'd brought along
And underneath the stupid moon
impaled upon their prank
Jane Alone and someone else
made a mess of Frank
His hand was where his nose should be
his head stuck up his ass
he walked on one leg naturally
and watched the bipeds pass
So now and then, when lost friends call
to recount the past
Frank forgets cause he came too late
and love's run out of gas
and love's run out of gas
Frank Forgets
Leo Kottke's "Frank Forgets" stands as a poignant centerpiece on his 1989 album *Burnt Lips*. Recorded during a pivotal era for the American folk and acoustic guitar tradition, the track exemplifies Kottke's signature blend of intricate fingerstyle technique and introspective lyricism. The song captures a moment of quiet vulnerability, utilizing sparse instrumentation to highlight the emotional weight of its narrative. As part of his broader discography from the late eighties, "Frank Forgets" reflects the thoughtful songwriting style that would define his career, resonating with listeners who appreciate the interplay between technical mastery and raw, unadorned storytelling in the folk genre.