Ophelia
The Band · Greatest Hits [2000]
Mail by the door
What would anybody leave so quickly for?
Ophelia
Where have you gone?
The old neighborhood just ain't the same
Nobody knows just what became of
Ophelia
Tell me, what went wrong
Was it somethin' that somebody said?
Mama, I know we broke the rules
Was somebody up against the law?
Honey, you know I'd die for you
Ashes of laughter
The ghost is clear
Why do the best things always disappear
Like Ophelia
Please darken my door
Was it somethin' that somebody said?
Honey, you know we broke the rules
Was somebody up against the law?
Honey, you know I'd die for you
They got your number
Scared and runnin'
But I'm still waitin' for the second comin'
Of Ophelia
Come back home
Ophelia - The Band
The Band's "Ophelia" stands as a haunting centerpiece on their 2000 greatest hits collection, reflecting the group's signature blend of folk rock and Americana. Recorded during the late 1960s, the track exemplifies the band's mastery of atmospheric storytelling and acoustic instrumentation. With its melancholic melody and evocative lyrics, the song captures the essence of their mid-career work, drawing from the literary tradition of Shakespearean tragedy while maintaining the raw, organic sound that defined their discography. The recording showcases the collaborative spirit of the members, particularly the interplay between the harmonies and the driving rhythm, cementing its place as a definitive representation of their artistic identity during the era.