Less Than The Song
Joan Baez · Complete A&m Recordings [2003]
I am less than the song I am singing
I am more than I thought I could be
Spent some time as a child in day dreaming
As a young one I sailed on the sea
So come stand by my side where I am going
Take my hand if I stumble to fall
It's the strength that you share when your growing
That gives me what I need most of all
That gives me what I need most of all
Different minds, different ways
Different reasons to believe
Some far journeys we have taken
Some sweet dreams we've had to leave
And I want you to be happy
And I hope you always will
Or I cannot rest easy
Till all your dreams are real
Till all your dreams are real
I am more than I thought I could be
Spent some time as a child in day dreaming
As a young one I sailed on the sea
So come stand by my side where I am going
Take my hand if I stumble to fall
It's the strength that you share when your growing
That gives me what I need most of all
That gives me what I need most of all
Different minds, different ways
Different reasons to believe
Some far journeys we have taken
Some sweet dreams we've had to leave
And I want you to be happy
And I hope you always will
Or I cannot rest easy
Till all your dreams are real
Till all your dreams are real
Less Than The Song
Joan Baez's 'Less Than The Song' stands as a poignant testament to her enduring commitment to social justice and folk tradition. Recorded for the 'Complete A&m Recordings' compilation, this track exemplifies her signature style, blending acoustic intimacy with a message of resilience against oppression. The song reflects the broader civil rights era, capturing the spirit of protest music that defined her career. Through her vocal delivery and lyrical focus on human dignity, Baez continues to inspire listeners, maintaining a legacy where personal expression intersects with collective struggle. Her work remains a vital resource for understanding the intersection of music and activism.