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Suzanne Vega — Widow's Walk
Album: Songs In Red And Gray
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Released: 2001
Length: 3:26
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Consider me a widow, boys
And I will tell you why
It's not the man
But it's the marriage that was drowned

So I walk the walk
And wait with watchful eye up to the sky
Looking for a kind of vessel
I have never found

Though I saw it splinter
I keep looking out to sea
Like a dog with little sense
I keep returning

To the very area
Where I did see the thing go down
As if there's something at the site
I should be learning

That line is the horizon
We watch the wind and set the sail
But save ourselves when all omens
Point to fail

And if I tell the truth
Then I would have to tell you this
Though I grieve and I believe
I feel it truly

But I knew the ship was empty
By the time it hit the rocks
'Cause we could not hold on
When fate became unruly

So consider me a widow, boys
And I have told you why
Does the weather say
A better day is nearing?

I'll set my house in order now
And wait upon the will
'Cause it's clear that I need
Better skill in steering

That line is the horizon
We watch the wind and set the sail
But save ourselves when all omens
Point to fail

That line is the horizon
We watch the wind and set the sail
But save ourselves when all omens
Point to fail
Point to fail
Point to fail
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A maritime analogy for a failed marriage. Masterful. (Mistressful?)
Posted 11 months ago by Devaplan    [ Reply ]
 patrickagermann9147 wrote:

Unfortunately I didn't discover Susan Vega' s best music until I started with RP. Always a pleasure to listen .




The beauty of the recording industry and technology.
Posted 2 years ago by xrdstv    [ Reply ]
 jmkate wrote:

I recommend this entire album for times of difficulty. 




I recommend this entire album for times of infedelity.


Posted 2 years ago by Rockit999    [ Reply ]
 Sloggydog wrote:
Right it always happens with some artist after a while on here.  Today I'm off to go on a Vega spree. (Suzanne not Vincent just to be clear)
 
An important distinction there.
Posted 3 years ago by moto848    [ Reply ]
I recommend this entire album for times of difficulty. 
Posted 3 years ago by jmkate    [ Reply ]
Another nice discovery Thanks RP
Posted 5 years ago by stephen.king12101    [ Reply ]
Unfortunately I didn't discover Susan Vega' s best music until I started with RP. Always a pleasure to listen .
Posted 5 years ago by patrickagermann9147    [ Reply ]
Right it always happens with some artist after a while on here.  Today I'm off to go on a Vega spree. (Suzanne not Vincent just to be clear)
Posted 10 years ago by Sloggydog    [ Reply ]
The entire album is a wonder, and very good to have around during trying times.
Posted 10 years ago by jmkate    [ Reply ]
No denying that she has a lovely voice. A very in-offensive tune.
Posted 11 years ago by ScreamingRhyme    [ Reply ]
This song just makes me want to smile, everytime I hear it.
Posted 12 years ago by kurtster    [ Reply ]
She has always radiated such sensuality and so effortlessly, amazing. well done, carry on.
Posted 12 years ago by sajitjacob    [ Reply ]
Beautiful voice
Posted 12 years ago by EssexTex    [ Reply ]
Never knew she could groove like this! {#Bananajam}
Posted 13 years ago by salzburg4321    [ Reply ]
A+ for the killer segway from Evergreen to Widow's Walk. That was just one of the best I've heard in a long while! Kudos Bill!!{#Dancingbanana_2}
Posted 13 years ago by ziakut    [ Reply ]
damn!  now that's a segue!  kudos to our esteemed host!{#Clap}
Posted 13 years ago by anabel    [ Reply ]
 RParadise wrote:

So perfect, if I didn't know this song I would not have noticed.

 
Makes three of us (ok, probably more than three).


Posted 13 years ago by brookap    [ Reply ]
 countyman wrote:
Another seamless transition from Bill.
Faithless' Evergreen to Suzanne Vegas' Widow's Walk.

 
So perfect, if I didn't know this song I would not have noticed.

Posted 13 years ago by RParadise    [ Reply ]
Really nice and her approval rating is about double that of Carla Bruni (the French public were polled today and Carla received 35% approval only).
Posted 13 years ago by TerryS    [ Reply ]
 countyman wrote:
Another seamless transition from Bill.
Faithless' Evergreen to Suzanne Vegas' Widow's Walk.

 
It's thrilling to hear such segues! :-)

Posted 13 years ago by Tjerome    [ Reply ]
Another seamless transition from Bill.
Faithless' Evergreen to Suzanne Vegas' Widow's Walk.

Posted 14 years ago by countyman    [ Reply ]
 Cynaera wrote:
Pretty much anything Suzanne Vega does will get at least an 8 from me - I've loved her music since "Luka" (and she laughingly confessed that the song was written about a teenage neighbor of hers named Luka, who was trying to score with a girl, so he told her he knew Suzanne Vega. I wonder, now, if he managed to get to home base with that girl, based on the fact that Vega was his neighbor...)  Oh, the things one learns from now-defunct syndicated radio programs like "A View From the Front Porch."
 

I'm with you on this....Loved her from the get go, and this CD is brilliant cover to cover.....the Joni of the 90's?
Posted 14 years ago by Shesdifferent    [ Reply ]
Pretty much anything Suzanne Vega does will get at least an 8 from me - I've loved her music since "Luka" (and she laughingly confessed that the song was written about a teenage neighbor of hers named Luka, who was trying to score with a girl, so he told her he knew Suzanne Vega. I wonder, now, if he managed to get to home base with that girl, based on the fact that Vega was his neighbor...)  Oh, the things one learns from now-defunct syndicated radio programs like "A View From the Front Porch."
Posted 14 years ago by Cynaera    [ Reply ]
 nigelr wrote:
SV is just that little bit unique; audaciously talented.
 
{#Yes}

Posted 14 years ago by plaice3    [ Reply ]
SV is just that little bit unique; audaciously talented.
Posted 14 years ago by nigelr    [ Reply ]
dumpa da dumpa da dumpa da,need a compressor here !{#Arghhh}


Posted 15 years ago by HazzeSwede    [ Reply ]
I'm with you both.  Suzanne Vega is extraordinary and this is an especially extraordinary song ...

Josephine wrote:   Suzanne is an extraordinary storyteller, and that lovely, distinct voice....ahhhhh


bindi wrote:

what she said!

 


Posted 15 years ago by plaice3    [ Reply ]
 Josephine wrote:
Suzanne is an extraordinary storyteller, and that lovely, distinct voice....ahhhhh
 
what she said!

Posted 15 years ago by bindi    [ Reply ]
Suzanne
Posted 15 years ago by peter_james_bond    [ Reply ]
 PureGirl wrote:
A simple song, a nice song. A simply nice song.
  Yes, I like that description.


Posted 16 years ago by michaelgmitchell    [ Reply ]
 Excelsior wrote:
Suzanne Vega: the definition of ho-hum.
 




Posted 16 years ago by remex62    [ Reply ]
 slartibart_O wrote:

 

Photoshop-ed. Either that or a double exposure. Not a true ghost picture.
Posted 16 years ago by bugleboy624    [ Reply ]
haunting....love her voice
Posted 16 years ago by Alifreckles50    [ Reply ]
Suzanne Vega: the definition of ho-hum.
Posted 16 years ago by Excelsior    [ Reply ]
A simple song, a nice song. A simply nice song.
Posted 16 years ago by PureGirl    [ Reply ]
malamute69 wrote:
Suzanne Vega should have a bronze statue somewhere.
Maybe she does.
Posted 16 years ago by MojoJojo    [ Reply ]
wferrier wrote:
I really like Suzzane Vega and especially like this album. I sometimes get tired of her negative attitude—against men.
Do you mean that there is something that (we men) could do to cheer her up and sway her in a different direction? besides, i do not find it necessarily negative. Anyway, what i do have to say is that this tune is a straight 8 for me. Love you Suzanne....
Posted 16 years ago by tupicetti    [ Reply ]
Posted 16 years ago by slartibart_O    [ Reply ]
Ah, the chorus really makes this song... soar
Posted 16 years ago by Krispian    [ Reply ]
YES..better sailing music
Posted 16 years ago by inindian    [ Reply ]
Josephine wrote:
Suzanne is an extraordinary storyteller, and that lovely, distinct voice....ahhhhh
Yep! I originally heard a solo acoustic version of this, and I'm kinda stuck on that version. But awesome song, in any case!
Posted 17 years ago by FlamingLotus    [ Reply ]
NO.
Posted 17 years ago by HazzeSwede    [ Reply ]
Nice sense of alliteration with this song - she also takes a folk song theme and makes it epic. I normally don't like Suzanne Vega, but I have liked nearly everything y'all have played of hers. This one's a big thumbs up!
Posted 17 years ago by sweettone    [ Reply ]
wferrier wrote:
I really like Suzzane Vega and especially like this album. I sometimes get tired of her negative attitude—against men.
I don't see it... I see her negative attitude about her ex on this record, but generally she seems fine with men. Certainly on her first few records, she had lots of nice things to say.
Posted 17 years ago by mfassett    [ Reply ]
I really like Suzzane Vega and especially like this album. I sometimes get tired of her negative attitude—against men.
Posted 17 years ago by wferrier    [ Reply ]
Amen, SP. smackiepipe wrote:
After giving Suzanne a musical pass for the last decade, I fell back in 'like' with her due to this great song.
Posted 17 years ago by alux    [ Reply ]
New record coming out REALLY soon!!!! :)
Posted 17 years ago by allisonscola    [ Reply ]
Ok you win, I like her! I've been holding out, but I concede right? An 8/10! Now can we get back to talking about David, please?
Posted 17 years ago by Diamond_Dog    [ Reply ]
celadonstone wrote:
I nominate inside Tom's Diner, wherever that is. I can see the want ad now: SEEKING SCULPTOR of a bronze Suzanne Vega statue. Statue must sit at a bar, reading funnies or pouring milk in her coffee. Its important she doesnt appear to be checking out the lady just outside hiking up her skirt and adjusting her stockings. Counter help has only half filled the cup of Suzanne's coffee, he is checking out a woman outside...
Could be a movie. Scene 2?
Posted 17 years ago by maxmox    [ Reply ]
malamute69 wrote:
Suzanne Vega should have a bronze statue somewhere.
:))
Posted 17 years ago by Kerly    [ Reply ]
Songs in Red And Grey is Great! or is it are? hmmmmm?
Posted 17 years ago by Mari    [ Reply ]
Mari wrote:
totally argree ... ...
I nominate inside Tom's Diner, wherever that is. I can see the want ad now: SEEKING SCULPTOR of a bronze Suzanne Vega statue. Statue must sit at a bar, reading funnies or pouring milk in her coffee. Its important she doesnt appear to be checking out the lady just outside hiking up her skirt and adjusting her stockings. Counter help has only half filled the cup of Suzanne's coffee, he is checking out a woman outside...
Posted 17 years ago by celadonstone    [ Reply ]
After giving Suzanne a musical pass for the last decade, I fell back in 'like' with her due to this great song.
Posted 17 years ago by smackiepipe    [ Reply ]
That acoustic guitar makes this one. She's gotten better since the early stuff, eh? Neat cut.
Posted 17 years ago by auburntigerrich    [ Reply ]
I guess I have to hear this song more to give it a 10.
Posted 18 years ago by Kerly    [ Reply ]
malamute69 wrote:
Suzanne Vega should have a bronze statue somewhere.
totally argree ... ...
Posted 18 years ago by Mari    [ Reply ]
I need this album.
Posted 18 years ago by luminousjune    [ Reply ]
Suzanne Vega should have a bronze statue somewhere.
Posted 18 years ago by malamute69    [ Reply ]
8 ---->9 here
Posted 18 years ago by masterhead    [ Reply ]
I can't believe this is the same singer of "My Name Is Luca". She opened up for Jethro Tull in Long Island, NY once, and I was bored to pieces. This is solid work! Opened to hear more of her, now.
Posted 18 years ago by Beastie    [ Reply ]
ceebeedubya wrote:
A much more full sound that I would expect from Suzanne Vega. Is this typical of her recent work?
If you like this song, buy the album. I don't think you'll be disappointed.
Posted 18 years ago by veegez    [ Reply ]
A much more full sound than I would expect from Suzanne Vega. Is this typical of her recent work?
Posted 18 years ago by ceebeedubya    [ Reply ]
Herbler wrote:
Unfortunately the more I hear a song the more it starts to get stale. I like it but I don't know. Once/twice a week may be plenty!!!
You know, that pretty much describes all of Suzanne Vega's work for me. I like her stuff at first but after a while it bores me. However, since this is the first time I've heard this song, I'll reserve judgement. So far I like it.
Posted 18 years ago by handyrae    [ Reply ]
One of my favorites from this CD. Ship wreck / sailor's widow as allegory for ruined relationship?
Posted 18 years ago by Darrooon    [ Reply ]
Unfortunately the more I hear a song the more it starts to get stale. I like it but I don't know. Once/twice a week may be plenty!!!
Posted 19 years ago by Herbler    [ Reply ]
I was never much of a Suzanne Vega fan but I bought this CD based upon hearing this song on RP. If you appreciate well crafted songs with meaningful lyrics you'll love this CD. Thanks RP!
Posted 19 years ago by YourNameHere    [ Reply ]
Not too impressed with this song but the segue from Faithless was awesome.
Posted 19 years ago by kazuma    [ Reply ]
Ah Suzanne :D 8) Vega not Vegas (pimp)
Posted 19 years ago by g1lgam3sh    [ Reply ]
This girl is golden. I have always been in love.
Posted 19 years ago by Dragonfly_Launch    [ Reply ]
Lazy8 wrote:
Listening to Suzanne Vega sing is like watching a watchmaker build a clock--everything is precisely timed, perfectly constructed, beautifully executed, and a little sterile. There isn't a note out of place but I always end up wishing it sounded a little more human. I still like her, I just feel a little bit like wiping the machine oil from my hands after hearing her.
See her live. I've seen her about 4 times now, 3 at Glastonbury music festival and once at a gig in London. 2 of the festivals and the gig were acoustic sets. Just her, her guitar and a bassist. There was nothing automated about those performances. The most recent performance at Glasto was with a band and that rocked.
Posted 19 years ago by Hob    [ Reply ]
Love this CD cover to cover-some of her best work!
Posted 19 years ago by Shesdifferent    [ Reply ]
Discovered Vega through RP - thanks! :D Really like this song. An 8.
Posted 19 years ago by Jessica    [ Reply ]
REALLY like this one.
Posted 19 years ago by yogaboat    [ Reply ]
Maybe a bit lit being a craftsman (craftsperson??). I've always liked her, but haven't thought about the precision component. Seems appropriate.
Posted 19 years ago by KeithT    [ Reply ]
sean wrote:
she would have been bigger if she was a he
yup. or if she wore ... different clothes.
Posted 19 years ago by bubble_headed_beach_blond    [ Reply ]
Lazy8 wrote:
Listening to Suzanne Vega sing is like watching a watchmaker build a clock--everything is precisely timed, perfectly constructed, beautifully executed, and a little sterile.
Huh... I can see that to a certain extent. Maybe it was because of the production of her ex husband Mitchell Froom on her last few records (not this one)? Anyway, I'd certainly agree that her stuff can be a bit overproduced. Of course, I've seen her play with just an acoustic guitar and it is stands up that way.
Posted 20 years ago by mfassett    [ Reply ]
SO HONEST ,PURE,RESTRAINED...GREAT WORK. :D
Posted 20 years ago by KMH    [ Reply ]
she would have been bigger if she was a he
Posted 20 years ago by sean    [ Reply ]
Posted 20 years ago by coentje    [ Reply ]
Lazy8 wrote:
Listening to Suzanne Vega sing is like watching a watchmaker build a clock--everything is precisely timed, perfectly constructed, beautifully executed, and a little sterile. There isn't a note out of place but I always end up wishing it sounded a little more human. I still like her, I just feel a little bit like wiping the machine oil from my hands after hearing her.
I disagree. Not every artist needs to sound like Courtney Love to sound "more human". It's a big world of music out there, and Suzanne needn't change a thing to fit in. Go Suzanne Vega! (I'm a big fan) :)
Posted 20 years ago by veegez    [ Reply ]
I have all her CD's, and I think this one is the most cohesive, one of the rare CD's I like from beginning to end.
Posted 20 years ago by resonator    [ Reply ]
Lazy8 wrote:
I still like her, I just feel a little bit like wiping the machine oil from my hands after hearing her.
Well expressed, L8. I like her a lot, but listening to her in large doses, like her Box Set, makes you wish she would let the sheen come off just a bit more often.
Posted 20 years ago by rulebritannia    [ Reply ]
Listening to Suzanne Vega sing is like watching a watchmaker build a clock--everything is precisely timed, perfectly constructed, beautifully executed, and a little sterile. There isn't a note out of place but I always end up wishing it sounded a little more human. I still like her, I just feel a little bit like wiping the machine oil from my hands after hearing her.
Posted 20 years ago by Lazy8    [ Reply ]
everytime I hear the begining of this I think it's "Fishing" by Widespread Panic. Am I the only one who thinks this?
Posted 20 years ago by red5_bc    [ Reply ]
dolfan wrote:
Not her finest work, but you CANNOT go wrong with Suzanne Vega.
Indeed, that is what I am finding out. The more songs I hear the more I love her music.
Posted 20 years ago by Leslie    [ Reply ]
Everything arranged perfectly to paint a soothing canvas. Nice work, Suzanne.
Posted 20 years ago by redeyespy    [ Reply ]
Not her finest work, but you CANNOT go wrong with Suzanne Vega.
Posted 21 years ago by dolfan    [ Reply ]
(pimp) Radio? We don\'t need no stinkin\' radio! (pimp)
Posted 21 years ago by Patrick    [ Reply ]
Originally Posted by imabkr: nice song the first couple of times i've heard it...but now it's overplayed everywhere!
I need to move to Seattle cause Suzy V gets no airplay around here...
Posted 21 years ago by B-dub    [ Reply ]
Great song.
Posted 22 years ago by camarkim    [ Reply ]
I had all but forgotten about Suzanne Vega... and then along comes this song.... I give it an 8!
Posted 22 years ago by webdiva    [ Reply ]
I put this CD on my Xmas list just because of this song. Something must have happened to SV during the 90\'s. Or she got a decent arranger.
Posted 22 years ago by catsoup    [ Reply ]
Ahhhh, Suzanne Vega :)
Posted 23 years ago by justlistening    [ Reply ]
You played this today at 4am. Dang - I missed it at that time. :D Wasn\'t at the computer! Can you play it again soon during daylight ours? I am at RP+3.
Posted 23 years ago by MissJenn    [ Reply ]