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Thread #143337 Message #3310193
Posted By: breezy
17-Feb-12 - 02:45 PM
Thread Name: No Man's Land - Check The Lyrics
Subject: RE: No Man's Land - Check The Lyrics
Having heard Eric sing his song I must add that the only other recorded version that has done justice to it is June Tabor's rendition on Anthology. If you have never heard it then you are unqualified to pass judgement on it. better still , if you dont have a copy at hand stay schtum.
I cant help but think that the Fureys pounced on the song to get 'in on the act' and subsequently rushed and hurried and dis-respected the finer points of the lyric of the song.
I will never forgive them for murdering and foisting it upon a world wide audience who nevertheless appreciate the song .
And all because the word 'Green' is present in the lyric and in a version of the title.
Eric is probably most grateful for the benefits the song has bestowed on him , but I wouldnt mind betting that part of him wishes it had been a better rehearsed effort.
He had recorded an earlier song entitled 'For King and for Country'
If one cant stay true to the original then sometimes it is best left alone.