We Can Talk
The Band
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We can talk about it now It's that same old riddle, only starting from the middle I'd fix it but I don't know how Well, we could try to reason, but you might think it treason One voice for all, echoing along the hall (echoing along the hall) Don't give up on Father Clock We can talk about it now Come, let me show you how To keep the wheels turning, you've got to keep the engines churning Well, did you ever milk a cow? I had the chance one day, but I was all dressed up for Sunday Everybody, everywhere, do you really care? Well then, pick up your heads and walk We can talk about it now It seems to me, we've been holding something Underneath our tongues I'm afraid if you ever got a pat on the back It would likely burst your lungs, oh Stop me if I should sound kinda down in the mouth But I'd rather be burned in Canada than to freeze here in the South Pulling that eternal plough We've got to find a sharper blade, or have a new one made Rest a while and cool your brow Don't you see there's no need to slave, the whip is in the grave No salt, no trance, you know it's safe now to take a backward glance Because the flames have turned to chalk We can talk about it now We can talk about it now
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Written by: Richard Manuel
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10 facts about this song
Song Creation"We Can Talk" is a song by The Band, also known as Robbie Robertson, Richard Danko, Garth Hudson, Richard Manuel, and Levon Helm.
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Track LocationThe song is part of The Band's second self-titled album, often referred to as "The Brown Album."
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Songwriters"We Can Talk" was solely composed and written by Richard Manuel, who was one of the main songwriters in The Band.
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Release DateThe album was released on September 22, 1969, and was produced by John Simon.
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VocalsAlthough The Band was known for its multiple vocalists, Richard Manuel is primarily recognized as the lead vocalist of "We Can Talk."
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Musical StyleThe Band is renowned for its unique style that blends rock and roll with elements of American roots music. Styles such as country, blues, folk, and gospel are all distinguishable in "We Can Talk."
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Critical ReceptionThe song, along with the entire album, received critical acclaim upon release and was seen as having a distinct sound that set it apart from other rock music of the era.
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Song Length"We Can Talk" is relatively short, with a duration of only 3:04 minutes.
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MusicianshipBesides Manuel's lead vocals, Helm and Danko also contribute vocals, while Danko plays the bass guitar, Manuel on piano, Robertson on lead guitar, and Hudson on Lowrey organ.
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LegacyOver the years, "We Can Talk" has been increasingly recognized as a standout track from The Band’s discography. Despite not being released as a single, it has remained a favorite among fans of the group.
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