Buckingham was arguably the principal creative force behind the 70s version of Fleetwood Mac. He is not only one of the main singer/songwriters, but also producer, leading them on an unusual journey from the commercial heights of 1977's Rumours (still among the biggest-selling albums ever) to the quirkily experimental double album Tusk in 1979.
Buckingham is also recognized as a unique & influential guitarist. Unlike many rock guitarists, Buckingham does not use a plectrum/pick, instead, he uses his fingers and fingernails.
Buckingham has recorded 6 studio albums and two live albums with Fleetwood Mac, and 6 studio albums and three live albums as a solo artist. The In Our Own Time Songfacts reports that Buckingham's sixth solo album, Seeds We Sow, was recorded at his LA home and he played most of the instruments himself. The record came out on September 6, 2011 and was his first to be self-released. As a member of Fleetwood Mac, he was inducted into The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998.
Initially after joining Fleetwood Mac, Buckingham used a Gibson Les Paul guitar. Before the band, a Fender Telecaster was his main guitar, and was used on his first Fleetwood Mac album. In 1979, he worked with Rick Turner, owner of Renaissance Guitars to create the Model One. He has used it extensively since, both with Fleetwood Mac and for his solo efforts. He uses a Taylor Guitar 814ce for most of his acoustic performances and has also used an Ovation Celebrity in the past.
Trouble
Lindsey Buckingham Lyrics
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Two, ah-three, ah-four!
Two, ah-three, ah-four!
I really should be saying goodnight.
I really shouldn't stay anymore.
It's been so long since I held ya.
I've forgotten what love is for.
I should run on the double
I think I'm in trouble,
I think I'm in trouble.
So come to me darlin' and hold me
Let your honey keep you warm
Been so long since I held ya
I've forgotten what love is for.
I should run on the double
I think I'm in trouble.
The first thing that stands out about Lindsey Buckingham's "Trouble" is the infectious beat and repetition of "Two, ah-three, ah-four!" at the beginning of each verse. The song tells the story of a man who should be leaving and saying goodnight, but instead finds himself longing for his lover and wondering if he's in trouble for not being able to resist staying longer. He admits that it's been so long since he's held her that he's forgotten what love is for. The repetition of the line "I think I'm in trouble" emphasizes his internal struggle between wanting to leave and wanting to stay with his partner. The lyrics are simple but effective in conveying the feelings of temptation and desire.
One interesting fact about the song is that it was initially written for Fleetwood Mac's 1977 album "Rumours" but was ultimately cut from the album. Buckingham later reworked it for his 1981 debut solo album "Law and Order." Another interesting fact is that the album features contributions from Mick Fleetwood and Stevie Nicks, Buckingham's bandmates in Fleetwood Mac. "Trouble" was released as a single and reached number 9 on the US Adult Contemporary chart. It has since become one of Buckingham's most popular solo songs.
The chords for "Trouble" are as follows:
Verse: G - C - G - D
Chorus: G - Em - Am - D
Line by Line Meaning
Two, ah-three, ah-four!
The singer is counting in a musical style
I really should be saying goodnight.
The singer thinks he should leave
I really shouldn't stay anymore.
The singer doesn't want to stay anymore
It's been so long since I held ya.
The singer hasn't held the person he's singing to in a long time
I've forgotten what love is for.
The singer has lost the understanding of the meaning of love
I should run on the double
The singer feels like he should leave quickly
I think I'm in trouble,
The singer is worried about something bad happening
So come to me darlin' and hold me
The singer wants the person he's singing to hold him
Let your honey keep you warm
The singer wants the person he's singing to be comforted by him
Been so long since I held ya
The singer hasn't held the person he's singing to in a long time
I've forgotten what love is for.
The singer has lost the understanding of the meaning of love
I should run on the double
The singer feels like he should leave quickly
I think I'm in trouble.
The singer is worried about something bad happening
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Lindsey Buckingham
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Beth Snyder
Everything about Lindsey was, still is and will always be mesmerizing!
CopperDiablo27
Found this gem and can't stop listening!! The 80's version is not even comparable. Shows what artists can really do!! This man's pure flawlessness!!
Suzanne Stout
Lindsey is still one of the most underappreciated guitarists of our time. Beautiful gentle rendition.
Ben curry
@Daphne Olsen brilliant 😉 keep it up,4 year old comment,even older classic ✌
Steven Procter
He is incredible and people sont realise how good he is. He would blow most guitarist out the water
lindy frank
How's he doing medically wise?
Glyn Dyer
Under appreciated by who?
marike schenning
You're so right Suzanne! Love his voice too..
jam
I used to think that this song, in it's original form, was just OK. Since I heard this version, I have been obsessed with it, it is stunning played like this.
slbram17
agree