Story Behind The Song
Spooky Appalachian sounding folk tune about the human condition. Banjo, mandolin, guitar. 3-part female harmony.
Song Description
Spooky Appalachian sounding folk tune about the human condition. Banjo, mandolin, guitar. 3-part female harmony.
| Song Length |
3:58 |
Genre |
Folk - General, Folk - Americana |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Female Vocal |
| Subject |
Existence, Philosophy |
Similar Artists |
Doc Watson, Yonder Mountain String Band |
| Language |
English |
Era |
1930 - 1939 |
Lyrics
Trouble and Joy
I saw them walking by the water, 'neath a moon red with fire.
They were talking by the water, on my word as a liar.
Trouble and joy, Trouble and joy. Arm in arm by an endless sea.
Trouble and joy, Trouble and joy, They're comin' for you and me.
A child is born, a mother dies. The bluebird sings, but it sings the blues.
The house stands fast while the waters rise. We dance on glass without our shoes.
Trouble and joy, Trouble and joy,.....
Set an extra place for two. It's your last supper and the check's on you.
They laugh together, such a friendly pair. One follows the other, so you'd better beware.
You can't have one without the other. It's a karmic package deal.
You lose a sister, find a brother. Pain's the price of getting to feel.
Trouble and joy, Trouble and joy,.....
I saw them walking by the water, 'neath a moon red with fire.
They were talking by the water, on my word as a liar.