David Grisman started his musical career in 1963 as a member of The Even Dozen Jug Band. His nickname, "Dawg" was affectionately assigned by his close friend Jerry Garcia (the two met at a Van Hoy Campground (NC) back when they used to host the old time fiddlers convention). "Dawg Music" is what he calls his mixture of bluegrass and Django Reinhardt-StĂŠphane Grappelli-influenced jazz, as highlighted on his 1977 album "Hot Dawg". Stephane Grappelli played on a couple of tracks on the Hot Dawg album and then the 1981 recording "Stephane Grappelli and David Grisman Live". It was his early fusions with Reinhardt-era Jazz that led to the formation of the genre known as newgrass. Grisman, along with New Grass Revival are generally considered the modern day Bill Monroes to this new bluegrass-influenced sound.
Denny Zeitlin, Tony Rice, Mark O'Connor, BĂŠla Fleck, Bob Brozman, Mike Auldridge, Mike Seeger, David Bromberg, Martin Taylor, Del McCoury, Ralph Stanley, Earl Scruggs, John Hartford, Darol Anger (Turtle Island String Quartet), Sam Bush, and the Kronos Quartet are just some of the musicians that have played with David Grisman or been part of the DGQ (David Grisman Quintet).
The documentary "Grateful Dawg" chronicles the deep friendship between Jerry Garcia and David Grisman. David Grisman appeared on the Grateful Dead's American Beauty album. To this day, Grisman complains of how Jerry Garcia vetoed the length of the mandolin solo featured on the studio version of Ripple. The two recorded a number of duet albums, including the children's album "Not for Kids Only". They also played together as the band "Old and in the Way" with Vassar Clements, Peter Rowan, and John Kahn, which recorded three different albums.
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David Grisman Lyrics
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But now I find I'm wrong
Come on back, sweet Mama
Back where you belong
I've rambled over town
To find that I can't win
Come on back and pick me up again
Let me lose (let me lose)
I don't care (I don't care)
How much I lose
If I lose a hundred dollars
While I'm tryin' to win a dime
My baby, she's got money all the time
Of all the other gals I've known
There's none to take your place
'Cause when I get into a jam
They just ain't in the race
So now that you're back here
Let's take another round
With you here by my side
Babe, the deal just can't go down
Now if I lose (if I lose)
Let me lose (let me lose)
I don't care (I don't care)
How much I lose
If I lose a hundred dollars
While I'm tryin' to win a dime
My baby, she's got money all the time
Now if I lose (if I lose)
Let me lose (let me lose)
I don't care (I don't care)
How much I lose
If I lose a hundred dollars
While I'm tryin' to win a dime
My baby, she's got money all the time
The lyrics of David Grisman's "I in 2-3" speak to a desire for the return of the singer's love interest, "sweet Mama." At first, the singer believed he could do without her but now realizes his mistake and wants her to come back. He has tried and failed to find someone else like her, and with her by his side, he feels more confident. However, the most notable aspect of the song is its chorus, which repeats the line "Now if I lose, let me lose, I don't care how much I lose." This line suggests a willingness to take risks and encounter potential losses, as long as his beloved is with him. The second half of the song reinforces this sentiment by highlighting the significant wealth of the singer's girlfriend, implying that an abundance of money does not matter to him as long as he is with her.
Overall, the song portrays a deep sense of gratitude for a partner who brings joy and support, even in times of risk and loss. The chorus captures the singer's willingness to make sacrifices for love and his understanding of love's ability to change one's priorities.
Line by Line Meaning
I never thought I'd need you
I used to believe I was self-reliant and didn't require your help
But now I find I'm wrong
I now realize I was mistaken and I do need you
Come on back, sweet Mama
Please return to my side, my dear
Back where you belong
Return to the place where you are most needed - by my side
I've rambled over town
I've drifted aimlessly, searching
To find that I can't win
I've come to the realization that I'm not succeeding on my own
Come on back and pick me up again
Return and help me get back on my feet, just like you have done before
Now if I lose (if I lose)
In the event of my failure
Let me lose (let me lose)
I will accept the consequences of my actions
I don't care (I don't care)
The outcome doesn't matter to me as much as having you in my life
How much I lose
The amount of loss is inconsequential
If I lose a hundred dollars
Even if I lose a significant amount of money
While I'm tryin' to win a dime
While I'm trying to achieve something small
My baby, she's got money all the time
But it doesn't matter because my partner always has financial resources
Of all the other gals I've known
Compared to all the women I've met
There's none to take your place
No one else can replace you in my life
'Cause when I get into a jam
During difficult times
They just ain't in the race
Everyone else falls short compared to you
So now that you're back here
Now that you've returned to me
Let's take another round
Let's give it another try
With you here by my side
As long as I have you with me
Babe, the deal just can't go down
I can't succeed without you
Lyrics Š Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., CARLIN AMERICA INC
Written by: RALPH (USA 1 STANLEY, RALPH (USA 1) STANLEY
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bcp5296d
Rest in peace master, innovator, and legend Tony Rice.
Brian Williams
Quite possibly the best there ever was.
Bob Sax
Holy Crap !! Rob Wasserman is amazing.. That's some of the best bass I've ever heard . He lives on
Kurt Schulder
He's a monster.
brelvis ensley
Wow!! That bass is so fire. Makes me realize how much i need to practice!!
Travis Bryson
I had Tony on my mind when first watching this. Your comment brought my attention over to the bass. Spot on.
f5mando
He remains the best Dawg bass player, IMO.
Kamon Reynolds - Tennessee's Bees
That bass playing was out of this world
PeskyUSNA74
I saw them perform several times in Santa Cruz in the '70s at the Catalyst Club. Stood five feet from Tony Rice watching him play. I was around 25 and never experienced anything so pure in my life. Now it is 2016, I am 64 years old and yesterday I bought a Santa Cruz Tony Rice Pro guitar. German spruce top and Brazilian rosewood back and sides. It is very light and rings forever. I am a very lucky man.
Raymond Eaton
Tony lives here in NC in my home town now. His like will never be seen again.