What's Been Going On
Amos Lee · Last Days At the Lodge [2008]
They're concerned with my jealousy
Well I guess that's how it's gotta be
From now on
And time, it swallows everything
From the mighty to the meager thing
And it's as dark as it is comforting
To play along
Well what's been going on?
What's been going on?
What's been going on?
Around here
There goes her old beat up car
Outside of our old favorite bar
She's proudly in there playing her guitar
With stars in her eyes
Those are some of my favorite memories
All of those carefree melodies
While I'm out of here on this raging sea
About to capsize
Well what's been going on?
What's been going on?
What's been going on?
Around here
What's been going on?
What's been going on?
What's been going on?
Around here
And no one says a word to me
They're concerned with my jealousy
I guess that's how it's gotta be
From now on
What's Been Going On
Amos Lee's "What's Been Going On" stands as a defining track from his 2008 album, Last Days At the Lodge. Released during a pivotal era for the Nashville singer-songwriter, the recording showcases his signature blend of acoustic intimacy and emotional depth. The song reflects the folk and country traditions that Lee has cultivated throughout his career, focusing on themes of personal reflection and quiet observation. With its stripped-down arrangement and Lee's distinctive vocal delivery, the track exemplifies the kind of storytelling that has made him a respected figure in contemporary American music. It remains a staple of his discography, capturing the essence of his early work before he expanded into more experimental territories.