After a short marriage which ended in 1992, Griffin began playing in Boston coffee houses and was scouted by A&M Records who signed Griffin on the strength of her demo tape. This resulted in her debut album Living With Ghosts -- a set of demos featuring only Ms. Griffin and her guitar -- which garnered critical acclaim in 1996. Her sophomore album, Flaming Red, demonstrated a more rocking, full-band sound. The ill-fated Silver Bell album was never released by her record label, however, and the label terminated her recording contract shortly after that. Many of the songs from Silver Bell were re-recorded for subsequent albums.
After switching to ATO Records Griffin brought out three albums in rapid succession: 1000 Kisses and Impossible Dream, which were both nominated for Grammy awards, and A Kiss in Time, a well-received live album. In March 2007, she released Children Running Through to great critical acclaim.
She has penned a wide variety of songs - Long Ride Home, Top of the World, Tony, Forgiveness, Chief, Mad Mission--that touch her listeners deeply. A number of high profile artists have covered Patty's songs, including the Dixie Chicks, Bette Midler, Emmylou Harris, The Wreckers, Solomon Burke and pop star Kelly Clarkson; these have brought her exposure in the more mainstream pop and country worlds outside of folk music circles. Upon hearing Solomon Burke's cover of one of her tunes, she said she almost didn't feel worthy of singing it anymore.
Following her collaboration with Mavis Staples on a tune for a compilation album Peter York, suggested Griffin make an album of gospel songs. Griffin agreed on the condition that Buddy Miller, a friend and bandmate, produced the record. Downtown Church was recorded at the Downtown Presbyterian Church in Nashville with a 2010 release date. The album features long-time friends Buddy and Julie Miller, as well as Shawn Colvin and Emmylou Harris. It also includes songs by Hank Williams, Willie Mae "Big Mama" Thornton, and "All Creatures of Our God and King," a song accredited to St. Francis of Assisi.
Griffin featured on Robert Plant's solo album, Band of Joy, which was released in September 2010
Griffin's album American Kid was released on May 7, 2013
Waterslide
Patty Griffin Lyrics
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We'll all get a cherry drink and we'll have a ball today
Just gas up the country squire and take the cornbag down
Let's go to the waterslide and slide a couple rounds
Waterslide, oh waterslide
Let's all go to smoky shore and ride some of those rides
They're gonna roast some nuts and fry some dough
It really is almost grand, rising from a parking lot
Well I know that it ain't Disneyland
But baby this is all that we got
Waterslide, oh waterslide
People say that we're just second class
And we barely pass along day to day
Maybe darlin' we got broken glass
But our love still lasts, and that's all that I can say
Waterslide, oh waterslide
Baby let's all go back home, we'll get the kids washed good
I'll go lay them down to bed, while you check that smell from under the hood
We'll put the last buck in the jar and save up for next year
Honey then we'll go and lock the door locks so they can't hear
Waterslide, oh waterslide
The lyrics of "Waterslide" by Patty Griffin describe a fun and carefree day at the waterslide down on A1A. The singer and her friends plan to enjoy their time by getting cherry drinks and sliding a couple of rounds. They want to escape the mundane realities of life and have a good time together. Later in the song, they decide to go to smoky shore and ride some of those rides. Despite the fact that they are aware that it's not Disneyland, they still want to make the most out of what they have. The song's tone is light and playful, with an underlying sense of nostalgia.
The song also touches upon the notion of being labeled as "second class" and barely making it through the day to day struggles. However, the love the singer shares with her partner seems to be a constant source of strength for them. They might have broken a few times, but their love still endures. Towards the end of the song, the singer and her partner go back home to tend to their kids and check the car's engine. They put their last buck in a jar, hoping to save up for the next year's adventures. They end the day by locking the door locks, so no one can disrupt their moment of bliss.
Overall, "Waterslide" is a song that celebrates the simple things in life and finding joy in them. It highlights the importance of being present in the moment and enjoying the company of loved ones.
Line by Line Meaning
Let's go to the waterslide down on A1A
Let's go to the waterslide at A1A beach and have some fun.
We'll all get a cherry drink and we'll have a ball today
We'll have a great time and enjoy some cherry drinks.
Just gas up the country squire and take the cornbag down
Let's prepare for the trip by fueling our car and grabbing some snacks.
Let's go to the waterslide and slide a couple rounds
Let's slide down the waterslide a few times.
Waterslide, oh waterslide
Repeated expression of excitement for the waterslide.
Let's all go to smoky shore and ride some of those rides
Let's head to Smoky Shore to ride some other amusement park rides.
They're gonna roast some nuts and fry some dough
There will be some tasty snacks like roasted nuts and fried dough available.
And light some of those lights inside
The amusement park will set up some attractive lights to create a festive vibe.
It really is almost grand, rising from a parking lot
Despite being just an amusement park built in a parking lot, it's still fun and exciting.
Well I know that it ain't Disneyland
The amusement park is not as grand and magical as Disneyland.
But baby this is all that we got
But it's the only option we have, and it's still enjoyable for us.
People say that we're just second class
Others may consider us to be of a lower class or status.
And we barely pass along day to day
We may struggle through life at times.
Maybe darlin' we got broken glass
Perhaps we have problems or difficulties in life.
But our love still lasts, and that's all that I can say
Despite the challenges, our love for each other still endures.
Baby let's all go back home, we'll get the kids washed good
Let's head back home and clean up the kids.
I'll go lay them down to bed, while you check that smell from under the hood
I'll put the kids to bed while you handle the car issues.
We'll put the last buck in the jar and save up for next year
We'll save the last bit of money we have for next year's trip.
Honey then we'll go and lock the door locks so they can't hear
We'll secure the house before sleeping so the kids won't wake up from any noise outside.
Waterslide, oh waterslide
Repeated expression of excitement for the waterslide.
Contributed by Cameron C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@xBloodXGusherx
@@jurajvarju2664
It depends on the function.
Most of the time, people at specific attractions like this, come with family or a group of friends and they all do the even together because they know each other.
Something like a concert or a public event where you can go alone to experience usually is the setting where an American won't feel weird about a stranger approaching them to do something together.
It's a weird social thing here in America.
I think its something accepted by most American citizens to respect others Privacy.
So if you want to do something alone, people don't feel obligated to ask you to them.
@Jan.pat.
the girl enjoyed the ride but man, my boy enjoyed the view so much
@nonohana4228
😂😂😂
@davidlollipop2714
Haha we enjoyed the view too though 😂
@ilovegrapes4101
😂
@dark_attribute
yeah? i'm sure she wouldn't be happy if she knew strangers on the internet were making sexual comments about her on a wholesome video of her on a water slide.
@jesseconstintine8838
@@dark_attribute dude, she had her swimsuit pulled up her ass crack, she knew exactly what she was doing. It doesn't change the fact she was a nice girl having a good time. Get over your hyper white knighting PC bullshit.
@paul9249
Still after 3 years , the best waterslide video of all time. ! 😊
@jobro3226
true
@garolopez887
Agreed !
@Neilukuk
@@garolopez887 If anyone knows any as good, please post video title name. Thanks