Best known for his wry humor, Snider has been a fixture on the Americana, alt-country, and folk scene since his debut on MCA, entitled Songs for the Daily Planet, named for the bar where Snider used to play regularly in Memphis. On that album were the minor hits "Talkin' Seattle Grunge Rock Blues", a folk song about the early '90's grunge scene, featuring a band that "refused to play", and "Alright Guy", which later became the title cut of Gary Allan's 2001 album.
He released two more albums for MCA, Step Right Up and Viva Satellite, the latter often sparking colorful debate amongst fans for its comparisons to Tom Petty. He moved to John Prine's Oh Boy Records where he made Happy to Be Here, New Connection, Near Truths and Hotel Rooms, and East Nashville Skyline. That Was Me: The Best of Todd Snider 1994–1998 was released on the Hip-O label in August 2005.
Todd Snider's next studio album, The Devil You Know, was released in August 2006. It marked Snider's return to a major label, as he is now recording for New Door Records, a subsidiary of Universal Records.
The Devil You Know was named to several critics' year-end "best" lists, including a No. 33 ranking in Rolling Stone magazine's top 50 albums of the year, a No. 25 ranking by No Depression magazine, and No. 14 by Blender magazine.
Snider's songs "Late Last Night" and "I Believe You" have been recorded by the Oklahoma country-rock band Cross Canadian Ragweed. He co-wrote the song "Barbie Doll" with country star Jack Ingram.
Snider's new album, Peace Queer, is set to be released on October 14th, 2008, and will be available as a free download from Oct. 11 to Oct. 31 at http://www.toddsnider.net/store/product/1/Peace-Queer .
Lonely Girl
Todd Snider Lyrics
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All by yourself
You're trying to quit
Like everybody else
Cigarette's smoke in your eyes
I see a few regrets in there, too
Hey there, lonely girl
Have I got a lonely boy for you
Like a sunny day
Of someplace else
The music plays
But it don't help
Through the haze
You roll your eyes
Everyday I wonder
What you see
Hey there, lonely girl
I think you're the only girl
For me
You're the only girl
In this whole wide world
Only throw your pearls at me
Here I sit
I'm all by myself
I'm tying to quit
Something else
Cigarette's smoke in my eyes
I got a bunch of regrets, too
Hey there, lonely girl
Have I got a lonely boy for you
The song "Lonely Girl" by Todd Snider is a contemplative piece about two individuals who are struggling with loneliness and addiction. The opening verse describes the woman sitting alone, trying to quit whatever vice it is that's bringing her down. The smoke from her cigarette obscures her vision, and hints at the regret that she's feeling. The singer then suggests that he knows of a lonely boy who might be a good match for her - someone who can sympathize with her struggles and provide support.
The next verse takes on a dreamy quality, with the music failing to provide solace for the lonely girl. She rolls her eyes through the haze of her addiction, and the singer wonders what her thoughts might be. He then confesses that he thinks she might be the only girl for him - an admission that's perhaps surprising given that they're both dealing with their own personal demons.
The final verse shifts to the singer's point of view, as he describes his own attempts to quit his addiction. He too is experiencing regret, and offers to introduce the lonely girl to a kindred spirit. The song ends on an ambiguous note, as we're left wondering if these two wounded souls will ever make a connection.
Overall, "Lonely Girl" is a poignant meditation on addiction, loneliness, and the tentative connections that can form between people in difficult circumstances. The lyrics are spare and evocative, while the melody is haunting and intimate.
Line by Line Meaning
So there you sit
You are sitting alone
All by yourself
Without anyone else around
You're trying to quit
You are attempting to stop doing something
Like everybody else
Similar to how most people try to quit
Cigarette's smoke in your eyes
Smoke from your cigarette is bothering your eyes
I see a few regrets in there, too
I can tell from your facial expression that you have some regrets
Hey there, lonely girl
Addressing the girl as lonely
Have I got a lonely boy for you
I know of a boy who is also lonely and may be a good match for you
Like a sunny day
Similar to a bright and cheerful day
Of someplace else
In a different location than where you are now
The music plays
Music is being played
But it don't help
The music is not providing any comfort or assistance
Through the haze
Despite feeling unclear or confused
You roll your eyes
You are showing signs of annoyance or frustration
Everyday I wonder
I think about every day
What you see
What is going through your mind
Hey there, lonely girl
Addressing the girl again as lonely
I think you're the only girl
I believe you are the perfect girl for me
For me
For myself
You're the only girl
There is no other girl for me
In this whole wide world
None of the other girls in the entire world are like you
Only throw your pearls at me
Only share your valuable and treasured aspects of yourself with me
Here I sit
I am also sitting
I'm all by myself
I am alone
I'm tying to quit
I am attempting to stop doing something
Something else
A different thing than what you are trying to quit
Cigarette's smoke in my eyes
Smoke from my cigarette is bothering my eyes
I got a bunch of regrets, too
I also have many things I regret
Have I got a lonely boy for you
I know of a boy who is also lonely and may be a good match for you
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: TODD DANIEL SNIDER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
TheresaAmick
I heard this last night for the first time. Found myself almost speechless because all I could say was ‘wow’.
I heard the live version do I’m going to check the studio this evening. Watching your recent livestream. when you began talking you said ‘Welcome Back’. Then proceeded with like ‘your dreams were your ticket out’. I’d actually love to hear you perform a John Sebastion cover of that particular song. Definitely a comfort song. ❤️
Mary Baldwin
LOVE YOU TODD SNIDER!!! THANK YOU FOR ALL OF YOUR WONDERFUL SONGS!! =)
Kara Bradshaw
Such a beautiful story teller ♡
tegb18a1
A great song by a great American songwriter.
Charlie Burttram
Todd Synder is a rare and wonderful talent and performer..................
Jim Hunt
todd snider rules
MrAlexEatsYou
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