The Cat-Song
Laura Nyro · Original Album Classics [2011]
And I sleep with one eye open
Watching the morning sail
(Morning, morning)
Someone calls Eddie up to their lap and I purred
But I'd sure like to give me my breakfast
Especially a fish tail, turn it into a fish scale
No, I'm not like you people
You wail and you wore
And you whitewashed your day away
(Where you're going?)
On my merry way
(Where you're going?)
On my merry way
Spring flower are fall, up goes the flower
Cried to run the sleep in the scenic
I like my phone now
(I like my phone now)
My name is Eddie, I am a cat
And I sleep with one eye open
(Where you're going?)
On my merry way
(Where you're going?)
On my merry way
(Where you're going?)
On my merry way
(Where you're going?)
On my merry way
About The Cat-Song
Laura Nyro's "The Cat-Song" stands as a quintessential example of her unique blend of soulful pop and psychedelic rock, capturing the whimsical yet melancholic spirit of the late 1960s. Recorded for her 2011 compilation *Original Album Classics*, the track showcases Nyro's signature ability to weave intricate vocal melodies with lush, swirling instrumentation that defined her era. While often associated with her more famous hits like "I Met Him on a Sunday," this song highlights her versatility in crafting intimate, character-driven narratives that rely on mood and atmosphere rather than complex storytelling. The recording reflects the broader cultural fascination with domestic life and surreal imagery prevalent in the British Invasion and American folk-rock scenes of the time. As a staple of her discography, the song remains a cherished piece for fans of classic soul and psychedelic music, demonstrating Nyro's enduring influence on the genre.