Glaspy boasts a diverse of musical background from competitive fiddle to marching band trombone and influences ranging from Joni Mitchell to Elliott Smith. She focuses her talents in fiercely raw, guitar-driven pop songs. She cut her debut album at Sear Sound with Shawn Everett (Alabama Shakes, Lucius, Har Mar Superstar) in New York City.
Discography - Solo
Homeschool EP (2012, self-Released)
If & When EP (2013, self-Released)
You and I b/w Somebody to Anybody 7-inch (2016, ATO Records)
Emotions and Math (2016, ATO Records)
Born Yesterday EP (2018, ATO Records)
Devotion (2020, ATO Records)
Echo the Diamond (2023, ATO Records)
With The Fundies
The Fundies EP (2012 self-Released)
Devotion
Margaret Glaspy Lyrics
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You didn't know I needed
'Cause you put your guard up
Faster than Formula One racing at full speed
Baby I'm on your side
When I give you a piece of my mind
It's a sign of my devotion
Baby I'm on your team
We don't need to fight and scream
It's a sign of my devotion
When I show you my emotions
I try my best to get all the nonsense off my chest
And wear my heart on my sleeve
But more and more I wonder what I'm trying for
When you find my heart hard to believe
But baby I'm on your side
When I give you a piece of my mind
It's a sign of my devotion
When I show you my emotions
Don't have a heart attack when I talk back
I love you just the same
Don't let the world stop spinning
When I won't take the blame
Don't have a heart attack when I talk back
I love you just the same
Oh and don't let the world stop spinning
When I won't take the blame
'Cause baby I'm on your side
When I give you a piece of my mind
It's a sign of my devotion
When I show you my emotions
Baby I'm on your team
We don't need to fight and scream
It's a sign of my devotion
When I show you my emotions
The song "Devotion" by Margaret Glaspy is a heartfelt expression of love and support from a woman to her partner. The lyrics of the song convey the idea that it's difficult for the singer to express her needs, as her partner may put up their guard and be defensive. But she wants her partner to know that she is on their side and that her strong emotions are a sign of her commitment and loyalty.
The singer declares that she tries her best to communicate her innermost thoughts and feelings to her partner. However, she feels lost and disheartened when those emotions are not reciprocated or acknowledged. The song is a reminder to her partner that she is always there for them and that their relationship goes beyond fighting and screaming. She reassures her partner that disagreements and talking back do not take away from the love and devotion that she has for them.
The song's melody and Glaspy's soulful voice add a layer of poignancy and vulnerability to the lyrics, making it a powerful declaration of love and commitment. "Devotion" highlights the importance of expressing oneself truthfully and openly in a relationship, even in difficult moments.
Line by Line Meaning
I know it's hard to think I might be needing something
I understand that it may be difficult for you to believe that I require something
You didn't know I needed
You were not aware of my needs
'Cause you put your guard up
Because you protected yourself
Faster than Formula One racing at full speed
As fast as a race car speeding at maximum velocity
Baby I'm on your side
I am supporting you
When I give you a piece of my mind
When I express my thoughts or opinions
It's a sign of my devotion
It indicates my loyalty or dedication
When I show you my emotions
When I express my feelings
We don't need to fight and scream
We do not need to argue or yell
I try my best to get all the nonsense off my chest
I attempt to express all the frivolity or triviality from my mind
And wear my heart on my sleeve
And show my emotions openly
But more and more I wonder what I'm trying for
However, I increasingly question my efforts
When you find my heart hard to believe
When you find it challenging to believe in my sincerity
Don't have a heart attack when I talk back
Do not become overly upset when I respond or counter
I love you just the same
I still care for you equally
Oh and don't let the world stop spinning
Oh, and do not allow everything to come to a halt
When I won't take the blame
When I refuse to accept the responsibility
It's a sign of my devotion
It demonstrates my loyalty or dedication
Because baby I'm on your side
Since I am supporting you
Baby I'm on your team
I am on your side or in agreement
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Bridget Kearney, Margaret Glaspy
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
acrobata
Margaret's voice is magical ... shes an amazing composer ... and she doesn't know how to make a not great song ...
.. still i know i'll be missing ... her with the guitar ... but i´ll get use to it ... i know i will ... :) ; )
... i've already pre-ordered the vinyl ... and i wont listen to any other song before i receive my "Devotion" LP ...
... i want to be surprised ....
ohh now i get why the release of the "Born Yesterday" EP ...
i wondered why the realease of such great songs on an EPand not in a new full album ...
now i get it ... she changed the "path" ... i love that in talent artists .. the need and willing to "make different things" ...
I just cant wait to listen the whole album, from start to end ...
Great song ...
internetcomputer
This is so good.
The Trend
It's not often that you get unique voices that can light up a day.
George Theopemptou
The lyrics are actually quite genius - sometimes i think of ' baby i'm on your team , we don't need to fight and scream ' and think about how she blended that after the seemingly obscure formula 1 car reference
b_bubbu
still love this song! s/o to the knee slapper! excellent job, sir. 👏🏼
noiteemlviv
Baby, you are on my side!...on my team...
Da lhe Margaret!...ouvindo seus versos no pequeno outono do sul do Brasil...
LARRY MCCARTHY
Oh my Margaret, this is simply magical!
Dan Lay
This is incredible, Margaret. Behind the glass sessions kinda incredible
Vib
her live music is GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD
1979DrNick
Loving this track so much. Stunning voice, beautifully understated piano and percussion. Only minor complaint is I wanted to see more of the dude tapping the beat on his legs! He only got two look-ins in almost four minutes! Not every day you see a dude replacing a drum kit with his thighs, is all.
mtballen5
I don't know if you (Margaret) will ever see this but, this is a great song! I am excited for the new album to come out. I remember you saying that you wanted to branch out from guitar based music and I think it will be great. But I also want you to know you are one of my favorite guitar players, period, in the class of any the greats one can name. There is so much emotion in your playing, and that shouldn't be overlooked. If it is any consolation, and I don't want to start any fights, but I listen and like your guitar playing more than your significant other. :D