Weaver Song (Holly Ann)
Judy Collins · Other Songs - Judy Collins
Through her hands the bright thread travels
Blue green water, willows weeping, silver stars
She sings and sighs as the shuttle flies
Through the yarn like a Kerry dancer
Pink and purple velvet red for a lover's bed
Living north of San Francisco
With a man who build his house alone
Living peaceful in the country
The lights of the Golden Gate will lead her home
She is a spinner
In her hands the wooden wheel turns the wool around
The around again
The gypsy from Bolinas sits and plays the mandolin
Faces smile in the firelight of a foggy night
Living north of San Francisco
Sometimes it's nice to be alone
She says it's peaceful where she is living
The lights of the Golden Gate will lead her home
You can see the bridges of the city
Hanging in the air by steel and stone
She says it's peaceful where she's living
The lights of the Golden Gate will lead her home
She is a weaver
Through her hand the bright thread travels
Blue green water, willows weeping, silver stars
She is my sister, the baby born when I was older
Her hands are light, her hair is bright as the summer sun
Living north of San Francisco
Sometimes it's nice to be alone
She says it's peaceful in the country
The lights of the Golden Gate will lead her home
The lights of the Golden Gate will lead her home
Weaver Song (Holly Ann)
Judy Collins' "Weaver Song (Holly Ann)" stands as a testament to her enduring legacy as a master interpreter of folk and contemporary music. Known for her crystalline voice and delicate piano accompaniment, Collins has built a vast discography that spans decades, bridging traditional folk with modern songwriting. This recording highlights her signature ability to imbue narrative-driven songs with profound emotional resonance, a skill that has defined her career since the 1960s. While often celebrated for her covers of Leonard Cohen and Joni Mitchell, Collins also champions original compositions and lesser-known works that fit seamlessly into her expansive catalogue. The track reflects her consistent commitment to lyrical storytelling and melodic clarity, offering listeners a glimpse into the intimate, acoustic world that has captivated audiences for generations.