I remember when this song first came out. That beautiful, lyrical voice – framing words that made me blink and then smile:
Well I’ll be damned
Here comes your ghost again
But that’s not unusual
It’s just that the moon is full
And you happened to call
And here I sit
Hand on the telephone
Hearing a voice I’d known
A couple of light years ago
Heading straight for a fall
The story behind the song was an interesting one. Someone she had had a relationship with – conjecture abounded. Some said it was Bob Dylan. Dylan, himself, seemed to think so, based on Baez’ memoirs. Does it matter? A ghost from the past comes to visit, bringing memories:
Now I see you standing
With brown leaves falling around
And snow in your hair
Now you’re smiling out the window
Of that crummy hotel
Over Washington Square
Our breath comes out white clouds
Mingles and hangs in the air
Speaking strictly for me
We both could have died then and there
And the emotions are there, with an openness to memories and, perhaps, another touch:
…It’s all come back too clearly.
Yes, I loved you dearly.
And if you’re offering me Diamonds and Rust
I’ve already paid.
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WATCH A VIDEO HERE (Joan was not into music videos…this is a live recording)
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dianawilderjottings 
One of my good friends bonded we her now husband over HER love of THIS song and HIS LOVE of Diamonds and Dust (AC/DC)–sounds sort of funny, but you find the common ground where you will if it was meant to be.
Neat song, I don't think I'm familiar with it. Good for you for doing the A to Z challenge, I wasn't quite up to it this time around:)
Great song and interesting post:)btw, you have captcha on, which might limit your comments during A – Z.
I had never heard this song, it is very beautiful. Interesting background as well, thank you for sharing.
…so let's see if I've turned off CAPTCHA…- Diana
Bingo! (I think…)
I adore Joan Baez! Her voice is amazing. I learned to play guitar in my teen and she was one of my inspirations. Bravo!
Hi, there! Joan Baez is always a nice choice. Thanks for visiting my blog.
Never heard that song but I like the lyrics.KC @ The Occasional Adventures of a Hermit & Oh Frog It
I think that's a great reason to connect (or, perhaps, it speaks of their WANT to bond…) That is cute!
Well, thanks for stopping anyhow! There's so much to read, I think I'll be wandering around the A to Z posts for the next couple months.
Thanks for the heads-up. I wasn't aware it was on. It's off now. Are they actually trying to get things people can't read? Thanks for stopping by and good luck with the Challenge!
Don't know it either :), but love your enthusiasm about it!
love joan, love this song, it breaks my heart every time…