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Patty Griffin — Truth No. 2 (w/ Emmylou Harris)
Album: Silver Bell
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Released: 2013
Length: 4:26
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You don't like the sound of the truth
Coming from my mouth
You say that I like the proof
Baby that might be so
I might get to the end of my life
Find out everyone was lying
Look like you are not afraid anymore
I say that I would rather die trying

Oh swing me way down south
Sing me something brave from your mouth
And I'll bring you pearls of water on my hips
And the love in my lips
All the love in my lips

This time when I swung the bat
And I found myself laying flat
I wondered
What a way to spend a dime
What a way to use the time
Aint it baby?
Now I looked at our reflections
In the window walking past
And I saw strangers
I think we're just so scared all the time
That's the main reason why
The world is so dangerous

Oh swing me way down south
Sing me something brave from your mouth
And I'll bring you pearls of water on my hips
And the love in my lips
All the love in my lips

You don't like the sound of the truth
Coming from my mouth
You say that I like the proof
Baby that might be so
Tell what's wrong with having a little faith
In what you're feelin in your heart
Why must we be so afraid
And always so far apart
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Hot damn!!!  Can't stop air- picking
Posted 11 months ago by yootz    [ Reply ]
 Tippster wrote:

This masterpiece doesn't get played often enough. Good lord what a great song. 



agreed.
Posted 1 year ago by NoEnzLefttoSplit    [ Reply ]
Patty's great. Ask Robert Plant. Emmylou makes everything wonderful.
Posted 1 year ago by itsme_bygolly    [ Reply ]
This masterpiece doesn't get played often enough. Good lord what a great song. 
Posted 1 year ago by Tippster    [ Reply ]
The lyrics at left are inaccurate.  These may be better.


You don't like the sound of the truth
Coming from my mouth
You say that I lack the proof
Baby, that might be so

I might get to the end of my life
And find out everyone was lying
But I don't think that I'm afraid any more
I say that I would rather die trying

Oh swing me way down south
Sing me something brave from your mouth
And I'll bring you pearls of water on my hips
And the love in my lips, all the love in my lips
This time when you swung the bat
And I found myself laying flat I wondered
What a way to spend a dime
What a way to use the time, ain't it, baby?

And I looked at my reflection
In the window walking past and I saw a stranger
I'm just so scared all the time
Makes me one more reason why the world is dangerous

Oh swing me way down south
Sing me something brave from your mouth
And I'll bring you pearls of water on my hips
And the love in my lips, all the love in my lips

You don't like the sound of the truth
Coming from my mouth
You say that I lack the proof
Baby, that might be so

Tell me what's wrong with having a little faith
In what you're feeling in your heart?
And why must we be so afraid
And always so far apart?

Oh swing me way down south
Sing me something brave from your mouth
And I'll bring you pearls of water on my hips
And the love in my lips, all the love in my lips
Posted 2 years ago by Stefen    [ Reply ]
The lyric is not ". . . like the proof."  It's ". . . lack the proof."
Posted 2 years ago by Stefen    [ Reply ]
 mdnlsn wrote:

I'm not sure it's fair to use Emmylou to boost your song from a 6 to an 8, but I'm a sucker.


And also low.  8 to a 10, no contest.
Posted 3 years ago by xkolibuul    [ Reply ]
This is so pretty!

"And I'll bring you pearls of water on my hips
And the love in my lips"

Posted 3 years ago by mrtuba9    [ Reply ]
 unclehud wrote:
One of my favorites ... of all time?  Really?  Maybe.  So touching and romantic, and the yearning in their voices sends me to a state of semi-consciousness.  "I'll bring you pearls of water on my hips ... and all the love in my lips; all the love in my lips."

Dixie Chicks also do this one very well, but their version is so rushed  — in a 21st-century sort of way.

 
Yeah, this was originally recorded in the 20th...
c.
Posted 4 years ago by cc_rider    [ Reply ]
I'm not sure it's fair to use Emmylou to boost your song from a 6 to an 8, but I'm a sucker.
Posted 5 years ago by mdnlsn    [ Reply ]
 ScottN wrote:
Pushed the PSD button and got this.  Talk about good luck!  Lovely duet.

 
Yee haaaa!  happened to me now, lovely voices and strong strummin strings, super cool 
Posted 11 years ago by hayduke2    [ Reply ]
 gatorade wrote:
I want this so badly. Where, oh where can I get a copy?
 
I got it.  It's great!
Posted 11 years ago by Keef    [ Reply ]
I got here "au naturel", but no matter how you get here it's a great thing.

  ScottN wrote:
Pushed the PSD button and got this.  Talk about good luck!  Lovely duet.
 


Posted 11 years ago by MojoJojo    [ Reply ]
Here's to Patty and Emmylou!   {#Cheers} 
Posted 11 years ago by rdo    [ Reply ]
Pushed the PSD button and got this.  Talk about good luck!  Lovely duet.
Posted 11 years ago by ScottN    [ Reply ]
 Groogrux69 wrote:

PM me and I will tell you how to get the album.
 
But be warned, it involves a circus freak and a sack of ferrets.


Posted 12 years ago by cc_rider    [ Reply ]
I think romeotuma would be dancing to this one...
Posted 12 years ago by mrtuba9    [ Reply ]
Two women I'd like to know better.
Posted 12 years ago by rdo    [ Reply ]
One of my favorites ... of all time?  Really?  Maybe.  So touching and romantic, and the yearning in their voices sends me to a state of semi-consciousness.  "I'll bring you pearls of water on my hips ... and all the love in my lips; all the love in my lips."

Dixie Chicks also do this one very well, but their version is so rushed  — in a 21st-century sort of way.


Posted 13 years ago by unclehud    [ Reply ]
 gatorade wrote:
I want this so badly. Where, oh where can I get a copy?
 
PM me and I will tell you how to get the album.
Posted 13 years ago by Groogrux69    [ Reply ]
Yea, this is really good!{#Clap}
Posted 13 years ago by sirdroseph    [ Reply ]
 gatorade wrote:
I want this so badly. Where, oh where can I get a copy?
 
Make it a double!

Posted 13 years ago by choiceimage    [ Reply ]
Terrific stuff! 
Posted 13 years ago by fingerpin    [ Reply ]
 gatorade wrote:
I want this so badly. Where, oh where can I get a copy?
 
Here you go: https://www.last.fm/music/Patty+Griffin/Silver+Bell. Better than nothing.

Posted 13 years ago by WonderLizard    [ Reply ]
I want this so badly. Where, oh where can I get a copy?
Posted 13 years ago by gatorade    [ Reply ]
 sdn wrote:
*sigh*  I really can't stand that "we're almost singing in time, but not quite!" sound.  {#Naughty}
 
I've noticed that 'technique' or 'affectation' or whatever you wanna call it, adds a level of depth. Like 3D glasses or something. Stevie Ray Vaughn was famous for playing just the tiniest bit behind the beat, it was practically his signature. I like it. But I can understand how it could make some people cringe.

Posted 13 years ago by cc_rider    [ Reply ]
 cc_rider wrote:

The D.C. version has more edge to it, it's a bit 'angry' somehow. Plus the production is completely different: this sounds like they were sitting in somebody's living room. And I mean that in a good way. Some of the best music comes from folks who would be making music whether they got paid for it or not: they'd be sitting around somebody's living room or porch, if it wasn't a studio.

 

Some of the best music comes from folks who would be making music whether they got paid for it or not: they'd be sitting around somebody's living room or porch, if it wasn't a studio

i couldn't agree more.


Posted 13 years ago by mellyp    [ Reply ]
 divisionlane wrote:
2 great songs from 2 of my faves-I hate to admit but kinda like the Dixie Chicks version a bit better on Truth-
 
The D.C. version has more edge to it, it's a bit 'angry' somehow. Plus the production is completely different: this sounds like they were sitting in somebody's living room. And I mean that in a good way. Some of the best music comes from folks who would be making music whether they got paid for it or not: they'd be sitting around somebody's living room or porch, if it wasn't a studio.

Posted 13 years ago by cc_rider    [ Reply ]
*sigh*  I really can't stand that "we're almost singing in time, but not quite!" sound.  {#Naughty}
Posted 13 years ago by sdn    [ Reply ]
Gotta like Emmylou Harris!

Posted 13 years ago by ddog    [ Reply ]
A healthy dose of good stuff {#Yes}
Posted 13 years ago by PA1749    [ Reply ]
 Randomax wrote:
" ... gawd awful "country" ...'
 
Easy, there, pardner.  This is mighty fine country music, sung by mighty fine women.  (Appalachian foothills cloggin' version of country music, and a good example of it.)

She'll bring you pearls of water on her hips, for heaven's sake!  What more can a man ask?

Posted 13 years ago by unclehud    [ Reply ]

EmmyLou Harris, Patty Griffin by inrebasworld
Reba Baskett
https://www.flickr.com/photos/rebafallawake/

EmmyLou Harris, Patty Griffin, Shawn Colvin, Buddy Miller

Three Girls And Their Buddy in Chatanooga, TN

Copyright All rights reserved


Posted 14 years ago by calypsus_1    [ Reply ]
 Randomax wrote:
Again, as I've said a thousand times, just cuz someone has a country twang and there's a banjo does NOT make it country.  As with so many artists on here she is more alternative folk, singer-songwriter, etc.  I can't stand it when people lump all people into gawd awful "country" because of a twang.

 

Most people, even those who listen to country stations would not recognize real country music.

Oh also Patty with Emmylou = yummy!


Posted 14 years ago by xtalman    [ Reply ]
 Danimal174 wrote:


I have this song, along with the rest of "Silver Bell", and am offering to anyone who pledges to send a donation to RP or buy one of Patty's other CDs. Send me a PM on here, and I'll give you the details.
 

Very kind offer, have just bought 1,000 Kisses and Impossible Dream on Amazon. Do I qualify?
Posted 14 years ago by kevanski    [ Reply ]
 raewah wrote:
HOW CAN I GET THIS SONG??
 

I have this song, along with the rest of "Silver Bell", and am offering to anyone who pledges to send a donation to RP or buy one of Patty's other CDs. Send me a PM on here, and I'll give you the details.
Posted 14 years ago by Danimal174    [ Reply ]
 skindy wrote:
Aaaahhhh. Took a short road trip last weekend and played only Patty to and from ("Children Running Through," "1,000 Kisses" and "Impossible Dream"). It made me wonder why I ever put these in the CD rack, vs. keeping them loaded up and ready to play. I agree with a previous poster, I can't stand most country music - but Patty's country-inflected work stands apart. If you ever have a chance to see her perform live, DO IT. I did a few years back - one of the best concerts I've ever seen. Left me breathless and overwhelmed at how incredible her voice and guitar & piano playing are.
  Again, as I've said a thousand times, just cuz someone has a country twang and there's a banjo does NOT make it country.  As with so many artists on here she is more alternative folk, singer-songwriter, etc.  I can't stand it when people lump all people into gawd awful "country" because of a twang.

Posted 14 years ago by Randomax    [ Reply ]
 divisionlane wrote:
2 great songs from 2 of my faves-I hate to admit but kinda like the Dixie Chicks version a bit better on Truth-
 

Not me - I love this unpolished version where I can actually make out all the words....love it  (plus this is not the studio version that she did on whatever album that was I don't think)

Posted 14 years ago by Randomax    [ Reply ]
2 great songs from 2 of my faves-I hate to admit but kinda like the Dixie Chicks version a bit better on Truth-
Posted 14 years ago by divisionlane    [ Reply ]
 whitebuffalo wrote:

https://www.amazon.com/Broadcast-107-1-KGSR-Jackson-Browne/dp/B000V4ZDFC

 
Above is a solo acoustic version, which is pretty great. However...

Google up ' "truth no. 2" silver bell '. Look carefully and you will find what you seek.

Posted 14 years ago by whitebuffalo    [ Reply ]
 raewah wrote:
HOW CAN I GET THIS SONG??
 
https://www.amazon.com/Broadcast-107-1-KGSR-Jackson-Browne/dp/B000V4ZDFC

Posted 14 years ago by whitebuffalo    [ Reply ]
HOW CAN I GET THIS SONG??
Posted 14 years ago by raewah    [ Reply ]
Aaaahhhh. Took a short road trip last weekend and played only Patty to and from ("Children Running Through," "1,000 Kisses" and "Impossible Dream"). It made me wonder why I ever put these in the CD rack, vs. keeping them loaded up and ready to play. I agree with a previous poster, I can't stand most country music - but Patty's country-inflected work stands apart. If you ever have a chance to see her perform live, DO IT. I did a few years back - one of the best concerts I've ever seen. Left me breathless and overwhelmed at how incredible her voice and guitar & piano playing are.
Posted 14 years ago by skindy    [ Reply ]
Yep, I really dig Patty, and I owe it all to RP :) Thanks folks!!
Posted 14 years ago by Daveyj64    [ Reply ]
 ericconrad wrote:
This song makes me wish the ratings went to 11.

I used to dream about creating my own radio station.  I'd play songs that are loosely cataloged as 'adult alternative,' but avoid the stuff that's been hyper exposed on regular radio.  I'd mix in some eclectic stuff, and some gems from the 80s and before. I'd zig when others would zag.

And I'd play songs from Patty's awesome unreleased album, Silver Bell. In fact, the first song I'd play would come from that album. It sums up everything that is wrong with corporate music.

Then I found Radio Paradise, and my station has already been created.  Thanks, Bill!!
 
True that!!!!

Posted 14 years ago by raewah    [ Reply ]
 photolew wrote:

Patty's one of my all time Fav's.  That girls got some pipes

  Her backup singer on this tune ain't shabby neither...


Posted 14 years ago by cc_rider    [ Reply ]

Patty's one of my all time Fav's.  That girls got some pipes


Posted 14 years ago by photolew    [ Reply ]
Patty G and Miss Emmy Lou?  Too much!  {#Biggrin}
Posted 14 years ago by macadavy    [ Reply ]
Love Patty Griffin...and ELH...hope that Bill will play "Move Up" from Patty's latest CD..."Downtown Church". Terrific CD...a very "feel good" collection of songs {#Daisy}
Posted 14 years ago by rjewyo    [ Reply ]

What a great song!!


Posted 14 years ago by divisionlane    [ Reply ]

Little Fire - Patty Griffin with Emmylou Harris Live
(Edited)
Posted 15 years ago by calypsus_1    [ Reply ]
Oooh. Two of my favorites together! Not much better than this! Thanks RP! Love this!
Posted 15 years ago by gatorade    [ Reply ]
This song makes me wish the ratings went to 11.

I used to dream about creating my own radio station.  I'd play songs that are loosely cataloged as 'adult alternative,' but avoid the stuff that's been hyper exposed on regular radio.  I'd mix in some eclectic stuff, and some gems from the 80s and before. I'd zig when others would zag.

And I'd play songs from Patty's awesome unreleased album, Silver Bell. In fact, the first song I'd play would come from that album. It sums up everything that is wrong with corporate music.

Then I found Radio Paradise, and my station has already been created.  Thanks, Bill!!


Posted 15 years ago by ericconrad    [ Reply ]
It really sucks this album was never officially released.
Posted 15 years ago by DaveInSaoMiguel    [ Reply ]
I agree completely, love both versions... it's just a great song

 siandbeth wrote:

Ditto.  I like the violin on the Dixie Chick's version, it's stronger. Actually, I think most of the instruments are stronger on the DC version. Whatever. Doesn't matter. It's a win win!
 


Posted 15 years ago by katherinenz    [ Reply ]
 Stefen wrote:
Great tune!
 

{#Yell}  Well put!
Posted 15 years ago by rdo    [ Reply ]
Great tune!
Posted 15 years ago by Stefen    [ Reply ]
What an amazing song.

The non-release of Silver Bell becomes more criminal by the year.

Posted 15 years ago by ericconrad    [ Reply ]
 Danimal174 wrote:
I like the Dixie Chicks' cover of this song, also, but I love this original version by Patty & Emmylou together!
 
Ditto.  I like the violin on the Dixie Chick's version, it's stronger. Actually, I think most of the instruments are stronger on the DC version. Whatever. Doesn't matter. It's a win win!


Posted 15 years ago by siandbeth    [ Reply ]
 asocash wrote:
Recently had the pleasure of catching Patty Griffin & Emmylou Harris touring together.....quite a combination...highly recommend it if they come to your area....
 

I hate you. Seen them, but not together. Bet it was awesome.
Posted 15 years ago by olesonb    [ Reply ]
like it
7/8
Posted 15 years ago by Wizzuvvoz    [ Reply ]
 Pyro wrote:

Absolutely!

Did the Dixie Chicks ever cover this?

 
Yes

Posted 15 years ago by oldman    [ Reply ]
Recently had the pleasure of catching Patty Griffin & Emmylou Harris touring together.....quite a combination...highly recommend it if they come to your area....
Posted 15 years ago by asocash    [ Reply ]
fuh2 wrote:


It would be pretty intellectually dishonest and narrowminded to not play some country music on an eclectic station. Open thy mind.


Oh that explains all the hiphop and punk we hear on this station.


Posted 15 years ago by vit    [ Reply ]
"country music" is the only music I cannot stand...HOWEVER, I love this. I love the non-annoying country such as this. Johnny Cash...Willie Nelson...
Posted 15 years ago by Mandible    [ Reply ]
 cc_rider wrote:
Ms. Griffin and Ms. Harris could sing the phonebook and I'd rate it no lower than a 7. This however, is a solid 9.

c.
 
Absolutely!

Did the Dixie Chicks ever cover this?

Posted 15 years ago by Pyro    [ Reply ]
 bronorb wrote:

Um, you can include Jazz, the Blues, and Rock n' Roll as well.

 
Consider them included!
Posted 15 years ago by Otomi    [ Reply ]
Ms. Griffin and Ms. Harris could sing the phonebook and I'd rate it no lower than a 7. This however, is a solid 9.

c.
Posted 15 years ago by cc_rider    [ Reply ]
"don't like the sound of the truth coming from your mouth"?

I don't like the sound of your mouth coming from your mouth.
Posted 15 years ago by Jelani    [ Reply ]
Two amazing voices. Yay!
Posted 15 years ago by smilestoomuch    [ Reply ]
 Otomi wrote:

Just look at it as the United States's contribution to "world music."
 
Um, you can include Jazz, the Blues, and Rock n' Roll as well.

Posted 15 years ago by bronorb    [ Reply ]
I like both Patty and Dixie versions - very similar. 
Posted 15 years ago by wenatchee    [ Reply ]
Sweet!

What a combo!

8.  {#Sunny}
Posted 15 years ago by trekhead    [ Reply ]


Highlights:

Patty Griffin - Truth No. 2 (w/ Emmylou Harris)    ==>   Nick Drake - Road    ==>   Willie and Lobo - Sultan's Dream   ==>   Chingon - Malagueña Salerosa


Posted 15 years ago by calypsus_1    [ Reply ]
 mightydov wrote:
Whats with all the crappy country music?
 

It would be pretty intellectually dishonest and narrowminded to not play some country music on an eclectic station. Open thy mind.
Posted 15 years ago by fuh2    [ Reply ]
great version!
Posted 15 years ago by dogpound    [ Reply ]
 mightydov wrote:
Whats with all the crappy country music?
 

Where?
Posted 16 years ago by choiceimage    [ Reply ]
 mightydov wrote:
Whats with all the crappy country music?
 
Just look at it as the United States's contribution to "world music."
Posted 16 years ago by Otomi    [ Reply ]
Whats with all the crappy country music?
Posted 16 years ago by mightydov    [ Reply ]
 Shesdifferent wrote:
It's this kind of stuff continually that looses me from RP
 

As in "loose as a goose"?
Posted 16 years ago by liser    [ Reply ]
Never heard these two sing together.  Beautiful.  Shame it was never released.
Posted 16 years ago by Gregorama    [ Reply ]
It's this kind of stuff continually that looses me from RP
Posted 16 years ago by Shesdifferent    [ Reply ]
Sweet, sweet music . . . 
Posted 16 years ago by DeeCee1109    [ Reply ]
Wow, I had no idea - I love this song!! {#Music}
Posted 16 years ago by liser    [ Reply ]
 gandalfbmg wrote:


If you're interested in making copies, let us know 'cause I'm sure there are many of us that would love to get ahold of one too...
 

Sure. See my post under "Mother of God", located here .
Posted 16 years ago by Danimal174    [ Reply ]
 manzanitafire wrote:
I can't believe this was never released! The injustice! Power to the indies, the rec industry sucks.
 
Amen, to that! 

One used to be able to get this CD from her website, but I don't know if that's still true....

Posted 16 years ago by Pyro    [ Reply ]
 Danimal174 wrote:

Yeah, this is on "Silver Bell", which was unfortunately never released. It would have been her third release, but there was a fight with her record label about it.

I'm fortunate enough to have a copy of it, and thought I'd add this song to RP, since there are so many Patty fans on here.

Glad everyone likes it!
 

If you're interested in making copies, let us know 'cause I'm sure there are many of us that would love to get ahold of one too...
Posted 16 years ago by gandalfbmg    [ Reply ]
I can't believe this was never released! The injustice! Power to the indies, the rec industry sucks.
Posted 16 years ago by manzanitafire    [ Reply ]
Downside: Amazon doesn't have the CD
Posted 16 years ago by oldman    [ Reply ]
djengs wrote:
I had no idea Patty wrote this- never looked, I guess. Just an amazing songwriter...
Yeah, this is on "Silver Bell", which was unfortunately never released. It would have been her third release, but there was a fight with her record label about it. I'm fortunate enough to have a copy of it, and thought I'd add this song to RP, since there are so many Patty fans on here. Glad everyone likes it!
Posted 16 years ago by Danimal174    [ Reply ]
Two incredible women that sound amazing together!
Posted 16 years ago by dixiedeb    [ Reply ]
Danimal174 wrote:
I like the Dixie Chicks' cover of this song, also, but I love this original version by Patty & Emmylou together!
Yeah, I like the Chicks' version as well--almost never hear Patty's version. What a talent!
Posted 16 years ago by FlamingLotus    [ Reply ]
Truth, indeed.
Posted 16 years ago by steeler    [ Reply ]
Danimal174 wrote:
I like the Dixie Chicks' cover of this song, also, but I love this original version by Patty & Emmylou together!
I had no idea Patty wrote this- never looked, I guess. Just an amazing songwriter...
Posted 16 years ago by djengs    [ Reply ]
Omigod. This is incredible.
Posted 16 years ago by Odyzzeuz    [ Reply ]
I like the Dixie Chicks' cover of this song, also, but I love this original version by Patty & Emmylou together!
Posted 16 years ago by Danimal174    [ Reply ]