This week on The Contrast Podcast we are all about 1963. Lucky for me, Grant-Lee Phillips was born that year so I got to play one of my favorite songs. This one has such a warmth to it, such understanding for those of us who may feel like we don't know which end is up most days. Like all his best songs, it manages to be both down-to-earth and transcendent all at once.
Nothing is for sureSleep still in my eyesFumbling for the doorShe doesn't like to face the morning lightNothing is for sureAs I begin my daysGlasses are a blur asMy world's about to spin the other wayAmen.Grant-Lee Phillips - Nothin' Is For SureThe entire album is lovely.
"both down-to-earth and transcendent all at once" what a wonderful summary of what is good about good music! This is a great tune, thanks for letting me know about it! xoxoxo
Posted by: Tart | May 14, 2009 at 07:40 PM
I'm so glad you like it too! I think he has a beautiful voice, it adds so much to his songs.
Posted by: Greer | May 17, 2009 at 01:50 AM
i almost picked a song for the podcast using the same logic--someone born in 1963--but i couldn't get it together. thanks for this. : )
Posted by: mjrc | May 17, 2009 at 05:45 AM
You're welcome! I always miss you when you aren't on the CP.
Posted by: Greer | May 18, 2009 at 12:13 PM