Chris Smithers song "Love you like a man" from Smithers first album has been famously covered by Bonnie Raitt who has made it a signature song of hers under the title "Love me like a man" (published on her second Album "Give it up")- she has openly expressed admiration for Chris Smithers songwriting and guitarplaying. Later Raitt's version of the song has been covered by The Dixie Chicks and Diana Krall.
The protagonist of Linda Barnes's series of "Carlotta Carlyle" mysteries is a fan of Smither's music and several of her books mention it.
Let It Go
Chris Smither Lyrics
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When I was young and learned the world was round
There didn't seem to be a lot to say
But I had trouble keepin' both feet on the ground
But now I stick to you
I know just what to do, I hold on
So thick and blue that I went tumblin' in
Out the window, knowin' I could fly
I flew as far as where the ground begins
For you I'll use the door
I don't do that anymore, I hold on
All the black and blue that I stumble through for you
Will never show
I have a simulated grace to help me keep my place
And never let you go, I'll never let you go
If you could see the world the way I do
With nothing keepin' up or keepin' time
Your sense of self would tear your heart in two
While you try to tell the world you're feelin' fine
Inside that's how I feel
So I reach for something real and hold on
All the black and blue that I stumble through for you
Will never show
I have a simulated grace to help me keep my place
And never let you go, I'll never let you go
I might make these revelations
With the ghostly imitation of a smile
It's the best that I can do and I'll do my best for you
And hope it lasts for a while
The Chris Smither song "Let it Go" is a poignant and introspective take on the challenges of life and the power of holding onto someone or something for support. The song takes its inspiration partially from the discovery that the world was round, and from the challenge of feeling grounded in a constantly shifting reality. The singer remembers a time in their youth when they struggled to keep their feet on the ground, but now they've found a way to remain steady - by holding onto someone they love.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of wanting to break free from reality and fly - something that the singer claims to have done, but ultimately they have returned to Earth to hold onto the person they love. The idea of simulated grace comes up, as the singer struggles to maintain their composure while enduring the black and blue of everyday life. Despite their difficulties, they will never let go of the support of their love.
The song also touches on the idea of pretending to be okay in order to spare someone else the pain of one's reality. The singer might not always be able to express their feelings honestly, but they will always try their best to hold on for the sake of their loved one.
Line by Line Meaning
I remember one Columbus Day
I recall a specific Columbus Day from my past
When I was young and learned the world was round
During my youth, I became aware that the world was round
There didn't seem to be a lot to say
It appeared that there was not much to discuss
But I had trouble keepin' both feet on the ground
However, I struggled to stay grounded
But now I stick to you
But now, I cling to you
I know just what to do, I hold on
I understand what I need to do - holding on
I remember lookin' at the sky
I recollect viewing the sky
So thick and blue that I went tumblin' in
So dense and blue that I felt dizzy
Out the window, knowin' I could fly
I looked out the window and believed that I could fly
I flew as far as where the ground begins
I flew until I reached the point where the ground starts
For you I'll use the door
I'll follow proper protocol for you
I don't do that anymore, I hold on
I don't do that anymore - I just hold on
All the black and blue that I stumble through for you
All the hardships I endure for you
Will never show
Will never be apparent
I have a simulated grace to help me keep my place
I have an artificial grace to help me stay put
And never let you go, I'll never let you go
And I'll never let you go
If you could see the world the way I do
If you could see things the way I do
With nothing keepin' up or keepin' time
Without anything keeping track of or controlling time
Your sense of self would tear your heart in two
You would be torn apart by your own sense of self
While you try to tell the world you're feelin' fine
While attempting to convince the world that you're okay
Inside that's how I feel
That's how I feel internally
So I reach for something real and hold on
So I strive for something authentic and cling to it
I might make these revelations
I might disclose these realizations
With the ghostly imitation of a smile
With a simulated smile like a ghostly figure
It's the best that I can do and I'll do my best for you
It's the best I can do, but I'll give it my all for you
And hope it lasts for a while
And hope that it endures for some time
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: C. SMITHER
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