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Jericho
Joni Mitchell
I'll try to keep myself open up to you
That's a promise that I made to love
When it was new
";Just like Jericho"; I said
";Let these wall come tumbling down";
I said it like I finally found the way
To keep the good feelings alive
I said it like it was something to strive for.
I'll try to keep myself open up to you
And approve your self expression
I need that, too
I need your confidence, baby
And the gift of your extra time
In turn I'll give you mine
Sweet darling, it's a rich exchange
It seems to me
It's a warm arrangement!
Anyone will tell you
Just how hard it is to make and keep a friend
Maybe they'll short sell you
Or maybe it's you
Judas, in the end
When you just can no longer pretend
That you're getting what you need
Or you're giving out anything for them to grow and feed on.
I'll try to keep myself open up to you
It gets easier and easier to do
Just like Jericho
Let these walls come tumbling down now
Let them fall right on the ground
Let all these dogs go running free
The wild and the gentle dogs
Kenneled in me.
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About this Song
Jericho by Joni Mitchell is a soulful exploration of longing and emotional intimacy. The song reminisces about a past relationship and the profound connection shared between the two individuals. Reflecting on the strength and eventual breakdown of this bond, Mitchell draws parallel imagery to the biblical story of Jericho, signifying the breaking down of emotional walls. Themes of vulnerability, nostalgia, and the complexities of love are deeply woven into the song's narrative. Poignant moments include the reflective lines that reveal the lingering presence and emotional impact of the former lover, which resonate with a universal sense of yearning and the human experience of love and loss.
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