Joanne
Andy Williams · Andy Williams Show / You've Got A Friend [1991]
And she touch'd me for a moment,
with a look that spoke to me of her sweet love.
Then the woman that she was drove her on with desperation,
and I saw as she went a most hopeless situation.
For Joanne, and the man, and the time that made them both wrong.
She was only a girl, I know that will, and still I could not see;
That the hold she had was much stronger than the love she had for me.
But staying with her, and my little bit of wisdom,
broke down her desires like a light thru a prism;
into yellows and blues and a tune that I could not have sung.
Tho' the essence is gone,
I have no tear to cry for her
and my only tho't of her is kind.
Her name was Joanne, and she lived in a meadow by a pond.
And she touch'd me for a moment,
with a look that spoke to me of her sweet love.
Then the woman that she was drove her on with desperation,
and I saw as she went a most hopeless situation.
For Joanne, and the man, and the time that made them both wrong.
For Joanne, and the man, and the time, that made them both wrong.
Joanne - Andy Williams
Andy Williams' 'Joanne' stands as a defining example of his smooth, romantic pop style, characterized by his distinctive falsetto and lush orchestral arrangements. Originally recorded for the album 'Andy Williams Show / You've Got A Friend [1991]', the track exemplifies the polished production typical of his later career, blending traditional standards with contemporary pop sensibilities. While Williams was renowned for his cover versions of classic songs, 'Joanne' reflects his ability to reinterpret material with emotional depth and technical precision. The recording captures the essence of mid-to-late 20th-century American pop, showcasing his signature warm tone and sophisticated vocal control that made him a household name. As a staple of his discography, the song remains a testament to his enduring appeal and contribution to the genre of easy listening and romantic ballads.