Girl from the North Country
Bob Dylan
The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com
If you're travelin' in the north country fair Where the winds hit heavy on the borderline Remember me to one who lives there She once was a true love of mine If you go when the snowflakes storm When the rivers freeze and summer ends Please see if she's wearing a coat so warm To keep her from the howlin' winds Please see for me if her hair hangs long If it rolls and flows all down her breast Please see for me if her hair hangs long That's the way I remember her best I'm a-wonderin' if she remembers me at all Many times I've often prayed In the darkness of my night In the brightness of my day So if you're travelin' in the north country fair Where the winds hit heavy on the borderline Remember me to one who lives there She once was a true love of mine
Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer
Written by: Bob Dylan
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
8 facts about this song
Historical Context"Girl from the North Country" is a song written by Bob Dylan that appears twice on his discography. It was first introduced in his second studio album, "The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan" in 1963, and later in a duet with Johnny Cash in Dylan's ninth studio album, "Nashville Skyline" in 1969.
|
Artistic Influence"Girl from the North Country" is heavily influenced by the traditional folk ballad, "Scarborough Fair." Dylan mentioned this in an interview, stating that the song was inspired by a British folk song he heard while visiting England.
|
Concept & InterpretationThe song talks about a long-lost love who lives in the North Country, the lyrics reflecting someone’s memories or dreams about a woman from the north. Many suggest it is about Dylan's early girlfriend, Echo Star Helstrom.
|
Collaboration with Johnny CashThe version with Johnny Cash is probably the most acknowledged one. The duet was recorded at CBS Columbia Studios in Nashville and it features Cash on vocals while Dylan is on guitar and harmonica.
|
Connection to LiteratureThe lyrics allude to some of the themes of lost love, yearning, and remembrance found in classical literature. Some critics claim Dylan was influenced by the works of authors such as John Keats and Ernest Hemingway.
|
Popularity"Girl from the North Country" has been covered by various artists throughout the years, including Leon Russell, Sting, and Sam Bush, demonstrating its popularity and timeless appeal.
|
Song's ReceptionBoth versions of "Girl from the North Country" received critical acclaim. The version with Johnny Cash from the album "Nashville Skyline" was particularly praised for the harmonizing vocals of Dylan and Cash.
|
Cultural SignificanceMore than just a song, "Girl from the North Country" was also used as the title for a musical by Conor McPherson that features the songs of Bob Dylan. The play premiered at London's Old Vic Theatre in 2017 and was later brought to Broadway.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"Girl from the North Country Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 28 May 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/30017981/Bob+Dylan/Girl+from+the+North+Country>.
Discuss the Girl from the North Country Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In