Once It Was Alright Now (Farmer Joe)
Laura Nyro · Original Album Classics [2011]
Woman you know", she said
Farmer Joe, I'm the meanest woman, you know
Woman you know
I let you slide about an hour ago, now
Farmer boy, get your gun, run, run, run
Farmer boy, get your gun, run, run, run, run, run, run
Farmer boy, get your gun, run, run, run
Farmer boy, get your gun and run, run, run
Like a son of a gun from love
Running from the mind reader, run baby, run
Got a date with the town shoe maker you know, baby you know
She said, "I can't wait for your cornfields to grow, baby to grow"
Whoa, baby, whoa baby, give my bags and let the good wind blow
Give my bags and let the good wind blow
Give my bags and let the good wind blow
I've got to see about a man I know
Fire, flames of gold rush my mind
Fire, flames of gold rush my mind
Sock it to the railroad, baby
Baby, there's a train whistle coming
Baby, there's a train whistle coming
Once it was alright, alright, baby
Once it was alright, alright, baby
Once it was alright, alright, no
Once It Was Alright Now (Farmer Joe)
Laura Nyro's 'Once It Was Alright Now (Farmer Joe)' stands as a vivid example of her unique ability to blend soulful intensity with narrative storytelling. Recorded during a prolific period in her career, the track showcases her signature piano-driven arrangements and emotive vocal delivery. The song captures a moment of reflection on changing times, a recurring theme in Nyro's expansive body of work. Her composition style often merged pop sensibilities with the raw energy of R&B and rock, creating a sound that influenced countless contemporaries. This recording remains a testament to her songwriting prowess, offering listeners a glimpse into her distinctive musical world without relying on cliché. It serves as an essential song point for those exploring the depth of her discography and the enduring power of her compositions.