Song of the Day: The Maker
I have about 10 different versions of this song on my computer, and am not quite sure which is the right one. I have it by Daniel Lanois, the brilliant writer/producer who wrote the song. I have Willie Nelson's version from his album Teatro. I have U2's version, Jerry Garcia's version, and Dave Matthew's version, but one voice is present in most of the versions I have. It seems that no matter who records "The Maker", Emmylou Harris is asked to come and sing with them.
When I wonder what Amacker might be dreaming about, well maybe it's something like this.
From her album Spyboy, Emmylou Harris performing "The Maker"
When I wonder what Amacker might be dreaming about, well maybe it's something like this.
"My body is bent and broken
by a long and dangerous sleep
I can work the fields of Abraham
and turn my head away
I'm not a stranger
in the hands of the Maker"
by a long and dangerous sleep
I can work the fields of Abraham
and turn my head away
I'm not a stranger
in the hands of the Maker"
From her album Spyboy, Emmylou Harris performing "The Maker"
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"It seemed I would not or could not catch up with her. As she walked, her shadow caught on a tree, fell to the ground and stretched, as if made of rubber bands, no china doll about to break, capable of stretching into any form I imagined, a cicada cry in her mouth." -- Ferlinghetti
Amacker is in my thoughts.
Best,
EJ
Continuing to send prayers and healing thoughts. May each new day bring you all more strength and hope.
-Paul
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