Sheryl Crow — Redemption Day
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I've wept for those who suffer long,
But now I weep for those who've gone.
Into rooms of grief and questioned wrong,
But keep on killing.
It's in the soul to feel such things,
But weak to watch without speaking.
Oh what mercy sadness brings,
If God be willing.
There is a train that's heading straight
To heaven's gate, to heaven's gate.
And on the way, child and man
And woman wait, watch and wait.
For redemption day.
Fire rages in the streets,
And swallows everything it meets.
It's just an image often seen,
On television.
Come leaders, come you men of great,
Let us hear you pontificate.
Your many virtues laid to waste
And we aren't listening.
What do you have for us today,
Throw us a bone but save the plate.
Oh why we waited til so late,
Was there no oil to excavate
No riches in trade for the fate
Of every person who died in hate
Throw us a bone, you men of great.
There is a train that's heading straight
To heaven's gate, to heaven's gate.
And on the way, child and man
And woman wait, watch and wait.
For redemption day.
It's buried in the countryside,
It's exploding in the shells of night,
It's everywhere a baby cries,
Freedom, freedom.
Freedom, freedom.
Freedom.
But now I weep for those who've gone.
Into rooms of grief and questioned wrong,
But keep on killing.
It's in the soul to feel such things,
But weak to watch without speaking.
Oh what mercy sadness brings,
If God be willing.
There is a train that's heading straight
To heaven's gate, to heaven's gate.
And on the way, child and man
And woman wait, watch and wait.
For redemption day.
Fire rages in the streets,
And swallows everything it meets.
It's just an image often seen,
On television.
Come leaders, come you men of great,
Let us hear you pontificate.
Your many virtues laid to waste
And we aren't listening.
What do you have for us today,
Throw us a bone but save the plate.
Oh why we waited til so late,
Was there no oil to excavate
No riches in trade for the fate
Of every person who died in hate
Throw us a bone, you men of great.
There is a train that's heading straight
To heaven's gate, to heaven's gate.
And on the way, child and man
And woman wait, watch and wait.
For redemption day.
It's buried in the countryside,
It's exploding in the shells of night,
It's everywhere a baby cries,
Freedom, freedom.
Freedom, freedom.
Freedom.
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This was her best album. This song is amazing.
Stephen_Phillips wrote:
Perfect. Thanks.
I actually like Sheryl Crow - both as a singer and as someone who, for a short time, dated the fallen cycling icon Lance Armstrong. The latter connection did not end well for her but I think she dodged a bullet on that one and she was better off without him. Some have mentioned her whining voice - I don't agree - I liked her young, sassy and foxy voice with a hint of Country twang back in the late 90's and yes, I also liked one of her contemporaries - Alanis Morissette. Neither are particularly liked on RP and neither really made it 'big' in the following decades,but that is OK. it's only music after all and they still made their mark - albeit a short one.
Perfect. Thanks.
Ok_Sobriquet wrote:
I once had a (most) friendly argument with a AL fan when I pointed out that most of the examples in the song, "Isn't It Ironic?" aren't actually ironic. They're coincidental. They had emotionally invested in the album, and I had just given it a significant dig, and words got used.
I saw SC with Michael Penn and Wilco opening. Shawn Colvin sang one song with Sheryl. Cool outdoor show.
I have heard that all the lyrics in "Isn't It Ironic" are merely "bummers", and are not ironies. But, having a hit song titled "Isn't It Ironic" that doesn't contain any ironies is an irony. That makes me wonder though, now that the song is ironic for not including ironies, is it no longer ironic because it itself has become ironic and therefor contains an irony due to its existence? Feels like some sort of time travel paradox...
I once had a (most) friendly argument with a AL fan when I pointed out that most of the examples in the song, "Isn't It Ironic?" aren't actually ironic. They're coincidental. They had emotionally invested in the album, and I had just given it a significant dig, and words got used.
I saw SC with Michael Penn and Wilco opening. Shawn Colvin sang one song with Sheryl. Cool outdoor show.
I have heard that all the lyrics in "Isn't It Ironic" are merely "bummers", and are not ironies. But, having a hit song titled "Isn't It Ironic" that doesn't contain any ironies is an irony. That makes me wonder though, now that the song is ironic for not including ironies, is it no longer ironic because it itself has become ironic and therefor contains an irony due to its existence? Feels like some sort of time travel paradox...
cyclingcosmonaut wrote:
Unfortunately that’s not always available…. Bitching about unenjoyable songs helps pass the time until something better comes on. Quit reading if you don’t like it. 😜
use the fast forward button instead of bitching about how much you abhor the song.
Unfortunately that’s not always available…. Bitching about unenjoyable songs helps pass the time until something better comes on. Quit reading if you don’t like it. 😜
A great lady, heart, brains, passion, moral courage and looks - a total package. Just read her Wikipedia bio, couldn't find anything I didn't like or would question, except perhaps a couple of her liaisons, which fall into the "What were you thinking, when I'm available?" category. There's no accounting for taste, eh?
No one would ever accuse me of grade inflation, but I gave this a "9" - nooo, just on the music! I am surprised this masterpiece has not even reached "7" yet.
Great song on a great album. Her best.
Dragonfly_Launch wrote:
How does one vote this as a 1? And like RP at all?
Proclivities wrote:
Every song in the RP Playlist has some "1" votes, even "I'm Too Sexy" by Right Said Fred (I know that seems incredible). I advise against fretting about it too much.
Also, there's the Lizardman constant. Some people (4%, probably male) just want to mess with whatever survey you're trying to run.
How does one vote this as a 1? And like RP at all?
Proclivities wrote:
Every song in the RP Playlist has some "1" votes, even "I'm Too Sexy" by Right Said Fred (I know that seems incredible). I advise against fretting about it too much.
Uh oh.
Redemption.
Shall we consider redemption on a cold Jan 2024 morning? I think not. Where are my happy pills?
Redemption.
Shall we consider redemption on a cold Jan 2024 morning? I think not. Where are my happy pills?
I love the transitions from 4/4 to 2/4. Very effective.
This is a fantastic album - if you like this and don't know the album - get it!
Solanus wrote:
I just wanted to say that this was a wasted opportunity to use "Fredding about it too much".
Combined with the cycling use of the word "Fred" and her connection to Lancey Pants, I'd say this was a doubly wasted moment.
I just wanted to say that this was a wasted opportunity to use "Fredding about it too much".
Combined with the cycling use of the word "Fred" and her connection to Lancey Pants, I'd say this was a doubly wasted moment.
xcranky_yankee wrote:
i think she's a major talent, both as a musician and a songwriter. her career is pretty amazing. however, i find her voice quite nasal, and that stands out a great bit in this song particularly. but maybe it is intentional, maybe adds more meaning to the delivery of the lyrics. not sure. but, again, i think she's super talented and i do like many of her songs.
always preferred her as a backup singer - she has worked with major talent and obviously has talent of her own. haven't found the best solo album perhaps
i think she's a major talent, both as a musician and a songwriter. her career is pretty amazing. however, i find her voice quite nasal, and that stands out a great bit in this song particularly. but maybe it is intentional, maybe adds more meaning to the delivery of the lyrics. not sure. but, again, i think she's super talented and i do like many of her songs.
AhhtheMusic wrote:
I think you misunderstood the comment. The person, implies to me, that there is no song/music on RP that rates a 1. I'm thinking this person liked her song quite a bit.
I agree with the sentiment that a song was truly so awful it deserved a 1, it wouldn't be on William's playlist.
I think you misunderstood the comment. The person, implies to me, that there is no song/music on RP that rates a 1. I'm thinking this person liked her song quite a bit.
I agree with the sentiment that a song was truly so awful it deserved a 1, it wouldn't be on William's playlist.
Freedom - sovereignty of one's body and the ability to care for those you love. In case any one was wondering about it in the wake of its abuse in the mouths of politicians, freedom starts there.
junebaby65 wrote:
I've heard this silly argument from lots of RP listeners. And it's a stupid comment. Just because I, or other people, listen and enjoy some of the music on this station does not in any way mean we will like hearing everything. In fact there are several artists played here who I would be glad if I never heard of again, but I do listen because there has been some different music I have enjoyed. Also, RP makes good background noise while at work. However, many of the listeners here seem to think that every single song Bill plays is some paragon of musical excellence. Heaven forbid one finds a certain style or artist "annoying". Or heaven forbid one simply hates hearing music from a "legendary" artist, or in Crowe's case "not so legendary". Then the silly comments such as the one above come out. Deal with it people, we all have different likes and tastes. Heaven knows people dislike lots of music I enjoy, but to post a quote such as the one above is a bit much.
I think you misunderstood the comment. The person, implies to me, that there is no song/music on RP that rates a 1. I'm thinking this person liked her song quite a bit.
I've heard this silly argument from lots of RP listeners. And it's a stupid comment. Just because I, or other people, listen and enjoy some of the music on this station does not in any way mean we will like hearing everything. In fact there are several artists played here who I would be glad if I never heard of again, but I do listen because there has been some different music I have enjoyed. Also, RP makes good background noise while at work. However, many of the listeners here seem to think that every single song Bill plays is some paragon of musical excellence. Heaven forbid one finds a certain style or artist "annoying". Or heaven forbid one simply hates hearing music from a "legendary" artist, or in Crowe's case "not so legendary". Then the silly comments such as the one above come out. Deal with it people, we all have different likes and tastes. Heaven knows people dislike lots of music I enjoy, but to post a quote such as the one above is a bit much.
I think you misunderstood the comment. The person, implies to me, that there is no song/music on RP that rates a 1. I'm thinking this person liked her song quite a bit.
So 24 years ago...never heard this one before...thanks y'all!
Ok_Sobriquet wrote:
I once had a (most) friendly argument with a AL fan when I pointed out that most of the examples in the song, "Isn't It Ironic?" aren't actually ironic. They're coincidental. They had emotionally invested in the album, and I had just given it a significant dig, and words got used.
but a song about irony with no actual ironies is ironic?
I once had a (most) friendly argument with a AL fan when I pointed out that most of the examples in the song, "Isn't It Ironic?" aren't actually ironic. They're coincidental. They had emotionally invested in the album, and I had just given it a significant dig, and words got used.
I never paid Sheryl Crow much mind, but this is great!
rbrise wrote:
always preferred her as a backup singer - she has worked with major talent and obviously has talent of her own. haven't found the best solo album perhaps
check out the you tube of chrissie hyndes doing I shll be released at the bob dylan tribute concert...Sheryl Crow is singing back up
I think its worth saying here that this song was chosen by Johnny Cash to cover on his American VI. If you listen to his version you will FEEL the gravity of those lyrics in a way that Sheryl's version, despite being the original, doesn't quite gather.
Proclivities wrote:
jayhamiljr wrote:
Bill has to manage the royalties to pay the bills.
Sometimes we get lesser works from accomplished artists. We all get to
hear something by some of our favorites (actually, quite a lot!), and
it all works out. That said, Jelani's comment about the cat being near
the microphone seemed appropriate (before I clicked fast forward to
provide relief!).
Royalties have nothing at all to do with the songs selected for airplay here and the royalties paid to every artist - for every song - are the same amount.
Conspiracists need their theories.
jayhamiljr wrote:
Bill has to manage the royalties to pay the bills.
Sometimes we get lesser works from accomplished artists. We all get to
hear something by some of our favorites (actually, quite a lot!), and
it all works out. That said, Jelani's comment about the cat being near
the microphone seemed appropriate (before I clicked fast forward to
provide relief!).
Royalties have nothing at all to do with the songs selected for airplay here and the royalties paid to every artist - for every song - are the same amount.
Conspiracists need their theories.
Stephen_Phillips wrote:
I once had a (most) friendly argument with a AL fan when I pointed out that most of the examples in the song, "Isn't It Ironic?" aren't actually ironic. They're coincidental. They had emotionally invested in the album, and I had just given it a significant dig, and words got used.
I saw SC with Michael Penn and Wilco opening. Shawn Colvin sang one song with Sheryl. Cool outdoor show.
<snip> - Alanis Morissette. Neither are particularly liked on RP and neither really made it 'big' in the following decades,but that is OK. it's only music after all and they still made their mark - albeit a short one.
I once had a (most) friendly argument with a AL fan when I pointed out that most of the examples in the song, "Isn't It Ironic?" aren't actually ironic. They're coincidental. They had emotionally invested in the album, and I had just given it a significant dig, and words got used.
I saw SC with Michael Penn and Wilco opening. Shawn Colvin sang one song with Sheryl. Cool outdoor show.
Best thing about Sheryl Crow: she reminds me how talented Kevin Gilbert was.
Excellent!!
junebaby65 wrote:
I've heard this silly argument from lots of RP listeners. And it's a stupid comment. Just because I, or other people, listen and enjoy some of the music on this station does not in any way mean we will like hearing everything. In fact there are several artists played here who I would be glad if I never heard of again, but I do listen because there has been some different music I have enjoyed. Also, RP makes good background noise while at work. However, many of the listeners here seem to think that every single song Bill plays is some paragon of musical excellence. Heaven forbid one finds a certain style or artist "annoying". Or heaven forbid one simply hates hearing music from a "legendary" artist, or in Crowe's case "not so legendary". Then the silly comments such as the one above come out. Deal with it people, we all have different likes and tastes. Heaven knows people dislike lots of music I enjoy, but to post a quote such as the one above is a bit much.
I don't mind the low marks, but I object to people not spelling an artist's name correctly.
I've heard this silly argument from lots of RP listeners. And it's a stupid comment. Just because I, or other people, listen and enjoy some of the music on this station does not in any way mean we will like hearing everything. In fact there are several artists played here who I would be glad if I never heard of again, but I do listen because there has been some different music I have enjoyed. Also, RP makes good background noise while at work. However, many of the listeners here seem to think that every single song Bill plays is some paragon of musical excellence. Heaven forbid one finds a certain style or artist "annoying". Or heaven forbid one simply hates hearing music from a "legendary" artist, or in Crowe's case "not so legendary". Then the silly comments such as the one above come out. Deal with it people, we all have different likes and tastes. Heaven knows people dislike lots of music I enjoy, but to post a quote such as the one above is a bit much.
I don't mind the low marks, but I object to people not spelling an artist's name correctly.
bimmerfan739 wrote:
You beat me to it. Incels!
Wow! Lots of incels represented in these comments. I'll bet they have the same opinion of Danica Patrick in a completely different field of endeavor.
You beat me to it. Incels!
Personally I like this song and the artist!!
Proclivities wrote:
Every song in the RP Playlist has some "1" votes, even "I'm Too Sexy" by Right Said Fred (I know that seems incredible). I advise against fretting about it too much.
I just wanted to say that this was a wasted opportunity to use "Fredding about it too much".
Every song in the RP Playlist has some "1" votes, even "I'm Too Sexy" by Right Said Fred (I know that seems incredible). I advise against fretting about it too much.
I just wanted to say that this was a wasted opportunity to use "Fredding about it too much".
Boxie wrote:
Huh? She was in her mid-30's when this was written and by then, she'd have had more life experiences than most people twice that age.
Don't you just love a 20 something trying to sound profound.
Huh? She was in her mid-30's when this was written and by then, she'd have had more life experiences than most people twice that age.
I do like when bill plays the lesser known songs from an artist, would rather hear that then the same overplayed shit, reason why I don’t really listen to commercial rock stations anymore
check out the you tube of chrissie hyndes doing I shll be released at the bob dylan tribute concert...Sheryl Crow is singing back up
Wow! Lots of incels represented in these comments. I'll bet they have the same opinion of Danica Patrick in a completely different field of endeavor.
I actually like Sheryl Crow - both as a singer and as someone who, for a short time, dated the fallen cycling icon Lance Armstrong. The latter connection did not end well for her but I think she dodged a bullet on that one and she was better off without him. Some have mentioned her whining voice - I don't agree - I liked her young, sassy and foxy voice with a hint of Country twang back in the late 90's and yes, I also liked one of her contemporaries - Alanis Morissette. Neither are particularly liked on RP and neither really made it 'big' in the following decades,but that is OK. it's only music after all and they still made their mark - albeit a short one.
jayhamiljr wrote:
Royalties have nothing at all to do with the songs selected for airplay here and the royalties paid to every artist - for every song - are the same amount.
Bill has to manage the royalties to pay the bills. Sometimes we get lesser works from accomplished artists. We all get to hear something by some of our favorites (actually, quite a lot!), and it all works out. That said, Jelani's comment about the cat being near the microphone seemed appropriate (before I clicked fast forward to provide relief!).
Royalties have nothing at all to do with the songs selected for airplay here and the royalties paid to every artist - for every song - are the same amount.
I'm just impressed that she can take care of business with just one square of toilet paper. So glad she shared that information with the world.
Boxie wrote:
One of her better songs.
Not one of her better songs.
One of her better songs.
Jelani wrote:
Whether you like the song or not, that's just funny
Ma'am, put the cat down, and step away from the microphone...
Whether you like the song or not, that's just funny
Definitely my favourite Sheryl Crow song.
Dig it.
Dig it.
SC's music hasn't held-up well IMO.
cyclingcosmonaut wrote:
Yeah man. You're killing my buzz. Bringing me down. Raining on my parade. Inhibiting my seratonin.
use the fast forward button instead of bitching about how much you abhor the song.
Yeah man. You're killing my buzz. Bringing me down. Raining on my parade. Inhibiting my seratonin.
Bill has to manage the royalties to pay the bills. Sometimes we get lesser works from accomplished artists. We all get to hear something by some of our favorites (actually, quite a lot!), and it all works out. That said, Jelani's comment about the cat being near the microphone seemed appropriate (before I clicked fast forward to provide relief!).
Ma'am, put the cat down, and step away from the microphone...
Annoying
Don't you just love a 20 something trying to sound profound.
Heaven's gate song connections? That's a new one for me. Dark, but that can make for rich songs.
Not one of her better songs.
Proclivities wrote:
Every song in the RP Playlist has some "1" votes, even "I'm Too Sexy" by Right Said Fred (I know that seems incredible). I advise against fretting about it too much.
LOL! Proc at his witty best....good on you mate...and Long Live RP!!
Every song in the RP Playlist has some "1" votes, even "I'm Too Sexy" by Right Said Fred (I know that seems incredible). I advise against fretting about it too much.
LOL! Proc at his witty best....good on you mate...and Long Live RP!!
use the fast forward button instead of bitching about how much you abhor the song.
Dragonfly_Launch wrote:
Every song in the RP Playlist has some "1" votes, even "I'm Too Sexy" by Right Said Fred (I know that seems incredible). I advise against fretting about it too much.
How does one vote this as a 1? And like RP at all?
Every song in the RP Playlist has some "1" votes, even "I'm Too Sexy" by Right Said Fred (I know that seems incredible). I advise against fretting about it too much.
aspicer wrote:
Agreed. Very much so!
By far her best album
Agreed. Very much so!
By far her best album
poseur
Shimmer wrote:
Seguing "Last Chance to Evacuate Planet Earth" into this song is very clever. Dark, but clever.
My thoughts exactly, Shimmer. Obviously I'm not the only one to have noted this connection.
From a time when Sheryl Crow was still good
Please play less Sheryl Crow.
good enough!
Dragonfly_Launch wrote:
I've heard this silly argument from lots of RP listeners. And it's a stupid comment. Just because I, or other people, listen and enjoy some of the music on this station does not in any way mean we will like hearing everything. In fact there are several artists played here who I would be glad if I never heard of again, but I do listen because there has been some different music I have enjoyed. Also, RP makes good background noise while at work. However, many of the listeners here seem to think that every single song Bill plays is some paragon of musical excellence. Heaven forbid one finds a certain style or artist "annoying". Or heaven forbid one simply hates hearing music from a "legendary" artist, or in Crowe's case "not so legendary". Then the silly comments such as the one above come out. Deal with it people, we all have different likes and tastes. Heaven knows people dislike lots of music I enjoy, but to post a quote such as the one above is a bit much.
How does one vote this as a 1? And like RP at all?
I've heard this silly argument from lots of RP listeners. And it's a stupid comment. Just because I, or other people, listen and enjoy some of the music on this station does not in any way mean we will like hearing everything. In fact there are several artists played here who I would be glad if I never heard of again, but I do listen because there has been some different music I have enjoyed. Also, RP makes good background noise while at work. However, many of the listeners here seem to think that every single song Bill plays is some paragon of musical excellence. Heaven forbid one finds a certain style or artist "annoying". Or heaven forbid one simply hates hearing music from a "legendary" artist, or in Crowe's case "not so legendary". Then the silly comments such as the one above come out. Deal with it people, we all have different likes and tastes. Heaven knows people dislike lots of music I enjoy, but to post a quote such as the one above is a bit much.
Dragonfly_Launch wrote:
Legitimate (if rhetorical) question and I often wonder the same thing since there are "1" ratings on every song. That's why I like reading the cogent negative comments so I can begin to understand other peoples opinions. Ultimately, it doesn't matter though. This one's a solid 7 for me.
How does one vote this as a 1? And like RP at all?
Legitimate (if rhetorical) question and I often wonder the same thing since there are "1" ratings on every song. That's why I like reading the cogent negative comments so I can begin to understand other peoples opinions. Ultimately, it doesn't matter though. This one's a solid 7 for me.
How does one vote this as a 1? And like RP at all?
Following up "Porcupine Tree's — Last Chance To Evacuate Planet Earth Before It Is Recycled" which samples the cult leader from Heaven's Gate, with Redemption Day that has "Heavens Gate" prominently in the refrain. Masterful transition, guys.
Outstanding! 
Actually thought this was a very good song and performance. Way different than her newer stuff. Didn't find it whiney at all.
Cant take the monotonous whining.
Shimmer wrote:
Same situation just right now
Seguing "Last Chance to Evacuate Planet Earth" into this song is very clever. Dark, but clever.
Same situation just right now
Seguing "Last Chance to Evacuate Planet Earth" into this song is very clever. Dark, but clever.
This album is clearly her opus work. Excellent!
The bassline on this song more than makes up for... ...whatever the complainers don't like.
Rmike wrote:
Actually, the "gender issue" is one of the reasons I enjoy Ms. Crow's music. I find her voice ... well ... sexy.
Amen....
tipper wrote:
tipper wrote:
A much underated artist who has unfortunatley fallen prey to the music fashion halfwits and the ipod (i only hear half the music) generation.
Play her music on a decent system and forget all the gender and personality issues.
Play her music on a decent system and forget all the gender and personality issues.
Actually, the "gender issue" is one of the reasons I enjoy Ms. Crow's music. I find her voice ... well ... sexy.
xtalman wrote:
Beer most likely.
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Beer most likely.
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philinnz wrote:
nice story but I cannot figure out what a barley stand is - something to do with crops perhaps
Beer most likely.
nice story but I cannot figure out what a barley stand is - something to do with crops perhaps
Beer most likely.
neuticle wrote:
nice story but I cannot figure out what a barley stand is - something to do with crops perhaps
To be diplomatic one day on a long drive, I put my wife's Sheryl Crow CD on . I was hating on it, but felt I had to suffer through it since I assumed she liked it. After about 4 songs she turns to me and says "turn this crap off" ..we laughed our asses off after I told her I could barley stand it...there you go..story of the day
nice story but I cannot figure out what a barley stand is - something to do with crops perhaps
Comfort music. GOOD comfort music. 8--->9
Amen....
tipper wrote:
tipper wrote:
A much underated artist who has unfortunatley fallen prey to the music fashion halfwits and the ipod (i only hear half the music) generation.
Play her music on a decent system and forget all the gender and personality issues.
Play her music on a decent system and forget all the gender and personality issues.
She was really good during this period, and has continued to be so. Has she decided to retire from music and be a mom? Huffington Post says she's planning a new release in September that will be countrified. Not far from most of her stuff anyway, IMO.
Doesn't stress her limited vocal range. Not painful.
oh hell no........psd, yay!
The forced gritty voice reminds me of The Stereophonics and not in a good way.
It's not bad, and I really like Sheryl Crow... But I just have to say: Johnny Cash's version is much better!
Not a fan but this wasn't half bad 
Glad to hear this lesser known track from this album.
To be diplomatic one day on a long drive, I put my wife's Sheryl Crow CD on . I was hating on it, but felt I had to suffer through it since I assumed she liked it. After about 4 songs she turns to me and says "turn this crap off" ..we laughed our asses off after I told her I could barley stand it...there you go..story of the day
Sasha2001 wrote:
A lot of comments about Sheryl's vocal strength and it makees wonder if there's a double standard with female artists. Do men's voices catch the same scrutiny? It's not like she has a bad voice, it's just not as strong as other women's singers'. How many male artists don't even bother to sing or, sing with "character?" I think women are held to a much higher standard.
I actually had a vocal coach tell me that this is true. She mentioned that there is so much pressure on women artists to be perfect at all times, yet for men it wasn't as important. I wonder if it has something to do with the higher ranges...perhaps in higher ranges, flaws are heard more easily because of the impact on the nervous system, where lower ranges are more soothing, so errors are not that big a deal.
Just speculating...
A lot of comments about Sheryl's vocal strength and it makees wonder if there's a double standard with female artists. Do men's voices catch the same scrutiny? It's not like she has a bad voice, it's just not as strong as other women's singers'. How many male artists don't even bother to sing or, sing with "character?" I think women are held to a much higher standard.
I actually had a vocal coach tell me that this is true. She mentioned that there is so much pressure on women artists to be perfect at all times, yet for men it wasn't as important. I wonder if it has something to do with the higher ranges...perhaps in higher ranges, flaws are heard more easily because of the impact on the nervous system, where lower ranges are more soothing, so errors are not that big a deal.
Just speculating...
Bridieboo wrote:
DITTO.
This one gets a big fat YUCK from me.
DITTO.
Always liked this song - I heard that Johnny Cash did a version of it.
This one gets a big fat YUCK from me.
Sasha2001 wrote:
A lot of comments about Sheryl's vocal strength and it makees wonder if there's a double standard with female artists. Do men's voices catch the same scrutiny? It's not like she has a bad voice, it's just not as strong as other women's singers'. How many male artists don't even bother to sing or, sing with "character?" I think women are held to a much higher standard. I don't believe what you say here is true. At least it doesn't apply to me. There are actually more male artists who's voices I have negative opinions about than females. And I also think Cheryl's voice is plenty strong - in the case of this song too strong.
A lot of comments about Sheryl's vocal strength and it makees wonder if there's a double standard with female artists. Do men's voices catch the same scrutiny? It's not like she has a bad voice, it's just not as strong as other women's singers'. How many male artists don't even bother to sing or, sing with "character?" I think women are held to a much higher standard.
Terrific song pity about the voice
You know, I generally like Cheryl Crow. I"ve never heard this before and I think it' harsh and obnoxious sounding.
I wouldn't have guessed that this was her until I got up and looked.
I wouldn't have guessed that this was her until I got up and looked.
Stefen wrote:
Yep, awesome song
Well done...
My favorite Sheryl Crow song.
Yep, awesome song
Well done...
is that sheryl crow on the album???
manleywoman wrote:
A lot of comments about Sheryl's vocal strength and it makees wonder if there's a double standard with female artists. Do men's voices catch the same scrutiny? It's not like she has a bad voice, it's just not as strong as other women's singers'. How many male artists don't even bother to sing or, sing with "character?" I think women are held to a much higher standard.
Clearly it's just me, but her voice is so tinny and thin to me. I just don't get her at all.
A lot of comments about Sheryl's vocal strength and it makees wonder if there's a double standard with female artists. Do men's voices catch the same scrutiny? It's not like she has a bad voice, it's just not as strong as other women's singers'. How many male artists don't even bother to sing or, sing with "character?" I think women are held to a much higher standard.
manleywoman wrote:
You're far from alone in your opinion. Try as I might, I can't get past her weedy voice.
Clearly it's just me, but her voice is so tinny and thin to me. I just don't get her at all.
You're far from alone in your opinion. Try as I might, I can't get past her weedy voice.
While I don't loathe Cheryl Crow, I don't really like her either. Not sure what it is about her songs, but I just can barely stand to listen to them. I know that there are a lot of people out there who love her, so I don't want to begrudge them hearing her music here, but it does give me a 3 minute brake where I can go to the bathroom and not worry about missing something good.
I suppose that's an upside.
I suppose that's an upside.
A much underated artist who has unfortunatley fallen prey to the music fashion halfwits and the ipod (i only hear half the music) generation.
Play her music on a decent system and forget all the gender and personality issues.
Play her music on a decent system and forget all the gender and personality issues.
My favorite Sheryl Crow song.
She sings like Lucinda William's kid sister. 
Clearly it's just me, but her voice is so tinny and thin to me. I just don't get her at all.
vivakitty wrote:
I agree Joan would have an awesome voice for this.
I'd love to hear what Joan Osborne could do with this tune.
I agree Joan would have an awesome voice for this.
I'd love to hear what Joan Osborne could do with this tune.
great music. I just wish she was a guy. No... I just wish she had a guy's voice.
Gish05 wrote:
All 3 of her first albums have real artistic merit, IMHO. I even really like #r4, C'Mon, C'Mon, which strikes me as a loving tribute to the 70s pop so many of us grew up on.
Hey, this is when Sheryl Crow was actually good.
All 3 of her first albums have real artistic merit, IMHO. I even really like #r4, C'Mon, C'Mon, which strikes me as a loving tribute to the 70s pop so many of us grew up on.
Gish05 wrote:
Yup. Does a neat jazz thing on her first album, too. "We Do What We Can." A 10!
Hey, this is when Sheryl Crow was actually good.
Yup. Does a neat jazz thing on her first album, too. "We Do What We Can." A 10!
Hey, this is when Sheryl Crow was actually good.
There was a brief period in my life when I had a decent cd player in my car, but I hadn't yet discovered used cd's . (Also, I was broke.) I would buy a cd after very careful deliberation and then play.it.to.death. Now, when I hear something from one of those 6 or 7 cds, I'm instantly transported back to that time, with all the moods and hassles I was dealing with flooding back.
RP has played songs from three of those tonight: Odelay, The Colour and the Shape, and this. I was listening to this very song when I made a major decision in my life, one that's affected nearly everything since. (It was a good decision.) I wouldn't take back the late 90's for anything, but I would never want to live through them again!
RP has played songs from three of those tonight: Odelay, The Colour and the Shape, and this. I was listening to this very song when I made a major decision in my life, one that's affected nearly everything since. (It was a good decision.) I wouldn't take back the late 90's for anything, but I would never want to live through them again!
appy_monkey wrote:
*snork*
Dear Ms.Crow, Thanks alot for not releasing another lame song.
I do, however, have a complaint.
Now that everyone knows that you can achieve your musical potential, we have something of value to reference when you're sharing a greasy mic with Kid Rock or some other wonder of nature.
I do, however, have a complaint.
Now that everyone knows that you can achieve your musical potential, we have something of value to reference when you're sharing a greasy mic with Kid Rock or some other wonder of nature.
*snork*
papaman wrote:
I would hardly say that she is persona non grata. Look at her ratings. Pretty solid. Don't focus so much on the haters who will rally to complain at every opportunity. Most people seem to be quietly enjoying her music without saying anything. I guess the rest are just the vocal minority.
I'm not up on all or any Sheryl Crow offenses but by the postings it seems she's a persona non grata around RP, even if Bill does play her music. I guess Sheryl Crow is comparable to the Dixie Chicks and conservatives. Well I don't have dog in this fight so I'll step aside and let you FIGHT ON!
I would hardly say that she is persona non grata. Look at her ratings. Pretty solid. Don't focus so much on the haters who will rally to complain at every opportunity. Most people seem to be quietly enjoying her music without saying anything. I guess the rest are just the vocal minority.
OK, now I can state that I like a Cheryl Crow song. One.
oldviolin wrote:
"Find the cost of freedom buried in the ground. Mother Earth will swallow you, lay your body down."
Very beautiful words indeed......................
"Find the cost of freedom buried in the ground. Mother Earth will swallow you, lay your body down."
Very beautiful words indeed......................
Yarp. You no like the Sheryl? Seek out the song "Fun" by Kevin Gilbert (or any song, for that matter) and play it...loudly...any time your ears are maligned by this poseur. It'll make you feel good. Ok, well it works for me.
I'm not up on all or any Sheryl Crow offenses but by the postings it seems she's a persona non grata around RP, even if Bill does play her music. I guess Sheryl Crow is comparable to the Dixie Chicks and conservatives. Well I don't have dog in this fight so I'll step aside and let you FIGHT ON!
I was going to tune in, but saw that this was playing, so maybe I'll wait 4 minutes and try again. Sucko-Barfo all the way.
peyotecoyote wrote: 
Which one's Sheryl?
Bordering on caterwauling...or should I say neighing? Acceptable at best.
Mugro wrote:
BOYCOTT SHERYL CROW!!!!
SHE IS IN FAVOR OF THE NEW ROYALTY RATES THAT WOULD END INTERNET RADIO!!!
BOYCOTT SHERYL CROW!!!
I don't really need any reason to boycott Her! Concider it done,looong time ago!
Misterfixit wrote:
screechy ... sounds like a dump truck load full of orphan babies when a bushel basket of broken razon blades are dumped in on top of them. Sort of ...
Besides Crow is a jerk in person ... her narcissism is very narcissistic ....
Mr Fixit needs......fixing.
Yes, in the vetinary sense. Wow, first time anyone got me to respond in kind.
Wow - MrFixIt sounds a little bitter. Was it the TP thing? 
screechy ... sounds like a dump truck load full of orphan babies when a bushel basket of broken razon blades are dumped in on top of them. Sort of ...
Besides Crow is a jerk in person ... her narcissism is very narcissistic ....
That whole album is excellent, as this one.
Really personal album, I mean it makes me feel so deep and I feel connection with it.
Really good.
i watched Erin Brockovich this weekend (if that's how you spell her last name)...crow's music actually does a lot for that movie. i'm not a big julia roberts fan.
I see that she is a founding member of the Recording Artists' Coalition, which supports the rate hikes, but does that mean she herself supports it? I would imagine most artists would be against the hikes.
Mugro wrote:
BOYCOTT SHERYL CROW!!!!
SHE IS IN FAVOR OF THE NEW ROYALTY RATES THAT WOULD END INTERNET RADIO!!!
BOYCOTT SHERYL CROW!!!