In addition to his own albums, Eaglesmith frequently collaborated with the late Willie P. Bennett, a past member of Eaglesmith's band, who had to step down after a heart attack in spring 2007. Eaglesmith's fans are known as Fredheads because of the similarities to deadheads. He has appeared in several movies, including "The Gift" and "50 Odd Dollars." His band is known as The Flying Squirrels or The Flathead Noodlers. Both bands have the same lineup, but play different styles. The Flathead Noodlers play bluegrass, while the Flying Squirrels play more folk and rock. An early incarnation of the band was known as The Smokin' Losers. When Fred does solo appearances he bills himself as Fred J. Eaglesmith. In addition to the songs, a typical Fred Eaglesmith show includes several lengthy between-song comic monologues by Fred. Topics in the past have included stories about crossing the U.S./Canada border, Newfoundlanders, and some friends from an Indian reserve. Eaglesmith is the owner and president of A Major Label, which publishes his records.
Current band members
* Fred J. Eaglesmith - Guitars, Vocals
* Matt Simpson - Acoustic guitar, Keyboards, Vocals
* Kori Heppner - Drums
* Luke Stackhouse - Bass, Vocals
Former members
* Willie P. Bennett - Mandolin, Harmonica, Vocals
* David Essig - Mandolin, Guitar
* Kevin Komatsu - Drums
* Roger Marin Jr. - Pedal Steel, Guitar, Vocals
* Ralph Schipper - Bass
* Jude Waldman - Drums
* Dan Walsh - Dobro, Guitar, Vocals
* Skip Wamsteeker - Drums
* Washboard Hank - Washboard, Dobro
* Darcy Yates - Bass
Discography
* Fred Eaglesmith (1980)
* The Boy That Just Went Wrong (1983)
* Indiana Road (1987)
* There Ain't No Easy Road (1991)
* Things Is Changin' (1993)
* Paradise Motel (1994)
* Drive-In Movie (1995)
* Lipstick, Lies and Gasoline (1997)
* 50 Odd Dollars (1999)
* Live: Ralph's Last Show (2001)
* Falling Stars and Broken Hearts (2002)
* The Official Bootleg Series, Vol. 1' (2002)
* Balin (2003)
* The Official Bootleg Series, Vol. 2' (2004)
* Dusty (2004)
* Milly's Cafe (2006)
* Tinderbox (2008)
www.fredeaglesmith.com
A Little Lost
Fred Eaglesmith Lyrics
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Just beside the tracks
I stepped off
Now I can't find my way back
Just a little lost
A little out of place
A little out of touch
Just out of the way
Stopped to count the cars
I stepped off
And now I'm just a little lost
Just a little lost
Just to one side
Just a little lost
The highway of life
The song “A Little Lost” by Fred Eaglesmith is a poignant reflection on the choices we make and the unexpected consequences that can follow. The lyrics describe the singer as feeling “just a little lost” after stepping off the tracks and being unable to find his way back. This imagery can be interpreted in a number of ways, with some possible meanings including becoming lost in life or making mistakes that lead to unexpected and difficult situations.
The singing style of Eaglesmith is notable for its emotional rawness, perfectly complementing the melancholic lyrics of “A Little Lost”. The song also features a simple yet effective musical arrangement, with a stripped-down acoustic guitar providing the accompaniment. This minimalist approach allows the listener to focus more closely on the lyrics and the emotions they evoke.
Overall, “A Little Lost” is a poignant and affecting song that speaks to the universal experience of feeling lost and out of place at times in our lives. The themes of hardship, regret, and struggle in the song are likely to resonate with listeners on a personal level, making it a truly powerful piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
Just a little lost
I am unsure of my direction or purpose in life.
Just beside the tracks
I have veered off the path that I was once following.
I stepped off
I made a decision that took me away from where I was heading.
Now I can't find my way back
I am lost and unable to return to the path I was on before.
A little out of place
I feel like I don't quite belong where I am.
A little out of touch
I am disconnected from the things and people that used to bring me comfort or direction.
Just out of the way
I am no longer going in the same direction as those around me.
I never stopped
I kept going forward without being mindful of where I was headed.
Stopped to count the cars
I did not take time to reflect on my choices or direction in life.
And now I'm just a little lost
As a result of my lack of direction and reflection, I am now unsure of where to go or what to do.
Just to one side
I am slightly off course and need to steer myself back onto the right path.
The highway of life
This is a metaphor for the journey of life that we all travel on, and I am currently lost on it.
Contributed by Brooklyn P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Tim Duffin
on John Deere B
"The original B" s/b "The original paint"
"Then I saw I saw the mirror" s/b "Then I saw them narrow"