Turquoise
Joan Baez
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Your eyes beams like sunlight on a gull's wings And the leaves dance and play after you Take my hand and hold it as you would a flower Take care with my heart, oh, darling, she's made of glass Your eyes feel like sunlight resting on me And the birds cease to sing when you rise Ride easy your fairy stallion you have mounted Take care how you fly, my precious, you might fall down In the pastel shades of sunlight I have wandered With my eyes, my ears, my heart strained to the full I know I've tasted the essence in those few days Take care who you love, oh, darling, he might not know
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Written by: RICHARD C. BRAUN, TODD CHARLES SHARP
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
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13 facts about this song
Release Date"Turquoise" was originally released by Donovan in October 1965. Joan Baez later covered it in 1967.
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Genre ClassificationBoth the original and the cover can be categorized under the folk genre. The lyrics and musical style abide by traditional folk music.
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Album TrackThe song "Turquoise" can be found on Donovan's second album "Fairytale." For Joan Baez, it became part of her album "Joan", also known as "Joan Baez/5."
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Song InspirationDonovan allegedly wrote "Turquoise" about Joan Baez which makes it interesting when Baez decided to cover the song.
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Donovan's PerformanceThe song was performed by Donovan with his acoustic guitar while performing in a soft, whispery voice, which was Donovan's unique singing style.
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Joan Baez's CoverWhen Joan Baez covered the song, she made it her own by incorporating her distinct soprano vocal range and clear, precise enunciation.
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Influence of the SongBoth Donovan and Baez' versions have contributed to the popularity of folk music during the 1960s.
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Lyrics ToneThe lyrics of "Turquoise" reflect a melancholic and poignant tone, characteristic of many of Donovan's songs.
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Connection Between the ArtistsDonovan and Joan Baez both came into prominence during the folk revival of the mid-1960s. They were known for their influential music and deep, thoughtful lyrics.
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PopularityDespite not being one of Donovan's most popular songs, "Turquoise" received positive reviews from fans and critics alike. Joan Baez' version is also positively received, especially among her fans.
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Social ImpactLike many of their songs during that era, "Turquoise" reflects the 1960s' counterculture as it explores themes of love, melancholy, and emotional introspection.
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Folk Artist IntricacyThe song "Turquoise" is often cited as an example of the intricate lyricism typical of both Donovan and Joan Baez.
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LegacyDespite being over five decades old, "Turquoise" continues to be enjoyed by fans of folk music today as a testament to the timeless appeal of Donovan and Joan Baez's music.
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