This song has killed me since the first day I heard it. "I want to trust you buddy but you're clearly keeping secrets from me" Thanks Todd and thanks to AmerSongwriter
I love Dylan, Prine, Steve Goodman, and Michael Murphey. But much to my surprise I have come to believe that Todd Snider is the best lyricist of all. His melodies are enchanting and his stories are so funny. He's a better entertainer than all the rest.
I agree with you but I think it is a matter of taste. Todd skates that perfect line between naked emotion and self-deprecating comedy. Another songwriter that does a good job of this is Slaid Cleaves.
Yeah man who cares but stfu he's one of my favourite songwriters of all time. I don't love you but I know you, and I hope you keep going. Come see me sometime buddy, we'll figure it out
You have to be a certain age to appreciate this music. No young person is ever going to feel "you too will wake up one morning with a lot more memories than dreams".
"At the fortune tellers' on the second floor, in bright red letters hangin' off the door... it said 'closed'! I think it might've been some kind of sign." Best line ever!!!!!
My favorite version. So many great lines in one song. Thank you todd! One of my favorite music performances. 💪✌👍. You are fuckin bad ass on so many other songs. Much love!!!!
Todds been cranking out great songs for years now, i can sit and listen to him tell you a story and then sing you a song about the story for hours and sometimes i do.....Thanks for the music
You have left an impact on the world. Just know that. Thank you I got a friend who would love to meet you. Time is not on his time. Oh and hi. He is my you got away with it.
Snider Low, grey clouds rollin' over my head I'm walkin' up a hill to get my fortune read I can still take rejection but it does get harder to do I wish I could show you how you've hurt me in a way that wouldn't hurt you too Tennis shoes hangin' from a telephone wire I've got a little money; I could get a little higher I was alright awhile but you know how it goes Everything in moderation, including moderation I suppose I never did like the people where I was employed They was always out to get me 'cause I'm paranoid Now I'm workin' for myself and that don't pay a lousy dime If what we're here to do is learn to forget, I'm gonna need more time It's too soon to tell (too soon to tell) It's too soon to tell (too soon to tell) It's too soon to tell (too soon to tell) by and by It's too soon to tell what's gonna happen to you when you die It's too soon to tell what we'll ever avenge They say that living well is the best revenge I say : 'Bullshit, the best revenge is to win' 'This isn't over, we're going to meet again'
"At the Fortune Teller's, on the 2nd floor In bright red letters hangin' off the door It said closed I think it might have been some kindof sign" I wish I could say this is one of his best lines ever, and it probably is, but he has too many of them.
"Todd puts his pants on one leg at a time just like you and me. Except when he gets in those pants he's fucking Todd snider and we're not which sucks." Christopher Walken
In the coolest section of Hell there's a little bar. Some day, not soon I hope, Todd will be playing there, in a cloud smoke, surrounded by freaks and musicians. Fuck Heaven. I'm gonna hang out there...
And a good guitar player too wow. I have to wonder what lead up to this little recording secessions with strangers. You can’t see his eyes s a mistery. . Secret service style. The song that brought me to this guy years ago was easy money.
May have already commented on this but damnit man it's so good, I say bullshit, the best revenge is revenge, fuck you Todd your skills are too nice...once again
Brilliant. Seems a bit scattered. Doesn't he ? I don't think he meant to be humorous. Sounds like he's a bit angry about the reality that he IS gettin. This dude paints a picture like nobody else though, perfect imagery .
I don't think this is anger.. The anger comes from both sides. Rich and poor.. Financially, or not. To me? This is more like a trip from two worlds. And one in the same
"I wish I could show you how you hurt me in a way that wouldn't hurt you too". What a line.
It's the one that sticks with me the most in my daily life.
It's a struggle.
Right????
The song I wish I'd written
I love that line.
My other favorite line in the song is the one about “everything in moderation, including moderation, I suppose.”
@@johnanderson8154 That's my second favorite line too.
This song has killed me since the first day I heard it.
"I want to trust you buddy but you're clearly keeping secrets from me"
Thanks Todd and thanks to AmerSongwriter
one of the great musicians and stories he's definitely in a class with Dylan, Jerry jeff&,John prine ,,that's class ,
I love Dylan, Prine, Steve Goodman, and Michael Murphey. But much to my surprise I have come to believe that Todd Snider is the best lyricist of all. His melodies are enchanting and his stories are so funny. He's a better entertainer than all the rest.
Could not have said than any better. You nailed it with that comment
I agree with you but I think it is a matter of taste. Todd skates that perfect line between naked emotion and self-deprecating comedy. Another songwriter that does a good job of this is Slaid Cleaves.
Todd is my all time favorite but I really enjoy Slaid also.
Todd is sooo smart. He's an acquired taste, once you do, he's amazing. Seem him live, great show.
@Dion St. Michael why?
Yeah man who cares but stfu he's one of my favourite songwriters of all time. I don't love you but I know you, and I hope you keep going. Come see me sometime buddy, we'll figure it out
@Mr. Big 11111111111111111111111111a1
This performance gives me chills every time I hear it; and all the lovely comments warm my tired soul. Good people out there.
You have to be a certain age to appreciate this music. No young person is ever going to feel "you too will wake up one morning with a lot more memories than dreams".
They will.
So true :)
34 and miss my people
@@shortycallahan87 Hope you're doing well at 37.
I think I just found my new favorite song of all times
Ijust love this this artist ,he is nothing less than magic to my lifes ears and has been for 20 years already, My god ,(TIME FLYS)
The entire song is one instant classic line after another. Wow. Every line.. damn
"At the fortune tellers' on the second floor, in bright red letters hangin' off the door... it said 'closed'! I think it might've been some kind of sign." Best line ever!!!!!
Heard this song on the radio yesterday, I've lost count of the times I've watched this! Amazing!
Yes he's an underated poet and musician , he would fit right in my back yard ,fire,bbq, &guitars
This is still one of the best videos on youtube.
I can't believe that someone "dislikes" this. It's one of the best songs written by anyone in a long time. Viva La Todd!
Sweet Jesus, thanks Todd
He's a genius song writer. Love him.
My favorite version. So many great lines in one song. Thank you todd! One of my favorite music performances. 💪✌👍. You are fuckin bad ass on so many other songs. Much love!!!!
Pure perfection. Devine.
Clever.
Inspiring.
Thank you.
If it ain't me from the future still loving this shit. It means more to me now than it did 3 years ago.
I'm consistently floored by the gold falling from this guy's tongue. What a lyricist. Awesome... in the truest sense of the word.
Sooooo gooooood!
I find new reasons to love this man every. damn. day.
Todds been cranking out great songs for years now, i can sit and listen to him tell you a story and then sing you a song about the story for hours and sometimes i do.....Thanks for the music
I so LOVE this version way more then the "official" published one on iTunes! Wish we could buy it!
Masterpiece. One of those days (u had a great moment) and these lyrics are some of the best ever. Amazing
Holy shit 😳
Mighty fine video of a quirky-American-original GENIUS!!!
Todd,Listin to Todd Snider at the clubs with my beautiful daughter Trinia,was some of the most enjoyment that IVE HAD ON THIS EARTH,
One of his best. This version. Yes.
I can see 13 thumbs down. Those 13 people have a very bad taste in music! I love this song!
Or really bad hand eye coordination
Been a fan for awhile now but this is the first time I've heard this one. Great!
Breathtaking.
That's my man Todd😎
HOLY SHIT! Go Todd! Awesome lyrics.
😊More of this..
Great music song playing guitar
Good song, huh. Happy birthday
Thank you
This is golden 😊 thanks
Fantastic
Album of the Year. Song of the Year.
Damn, thank God this guy came along.
Love this song! It's my new fav!! Also love that one of Malita's paintings is in behind him!!
Great job! Love this song!
Spot on. Can't wait till next Friday to see you live in Indy.
You have left an impact on the world. Just know that. Thank you I got a friend who would love to meet you. Time is not on his time. Oh and hi. He is my you got away with it.
Wow. Thanks Todd.
"Everything in moderation including moderation I suppose."
Right on brother.
this guy just told my story
awesome. great song, and great performance. I actually like this version more than the album cut.
chills are telling me to download the album
Hope you did; and all his others since. And hope you’ve seen him perform LIVE … the chills rarely subside…
He is just so fucking good.
He reminds me of Leonard Cohen in this song. I love it!
fantastic
Snider
Low, grey clouds rollin' over my head
I'm walkin' up a hill to get my fortune read
I can still take rejection but it does get harder to do
I wish I could show you how you've hurt me in a way that wouldn't hurt you too
Tennis shoes hangin' from a telephone wire
I've got a little money; I could get a little higher
I was alright awhile but you know how it goes
Everything in moderation, including moderation I suppose
I never did like the people where I was employed
They was always out to get me 'cause I'm paranoid
Now I'm workin' for myself and that don't pay a lousy dime
If what we're here to do is learn to forget, I'm gonna need more time
It's too soon to tell (too soon to tell)
It's too soon to tell (too soon to tell)
It's too soon to tell (too soon to tell) by and by
It's too soon to tell what's gonna happen to you when you die
It's too soon to tell what we'll ever avenge
They say that living well is the best revenge
I say : 'Bullshit, the best revenge is to win'
'This isn't over, we're going to meet again'
Also the best revenge “is revenge“
Awesome... as always!
That is, MR. Songsmith!
I'm inspired by watching other humans at work - especially when they clearly know what they're doing.
"At the Fortune Teller's, on the 2nd floor
In bright red letters hangin' off the door
It said closed
I think it might have been some kindof sign"
I wish I could say this is one of his best lines ever, and it probably is, but he has too many of them.
That was fuckin' great!
"Todd puts his pants on one leg at a time just like you and me. Except when he gets in those pants he's fucking Todd snider and we're not which sucks." Christopher Walken
Fuckin' brilliant...love him
Amen !!
Today Is my off of work ok I like song all time pl love juliet
In the coolest section of Hell there's a little bar. Some day, not soon I hope, Todd will be playing there, in a cloud smoke, surrounded by freaks and musicians. Fuck Heaven. I'm gonna hang out there...
so true!
And a good guitar player too wow. I have to wonder what lead up to this little recording secessions with strangers. You can’t see his eyes s a mistery. . Secret service style. The song that brought me to this guy years ago was easy money.
I'm wondering if this particular version is available to purchase (itunes/amazon) as I prefer it over the album one.
TS is a nationalf#ckingtreasure. 🤠
Love how they give him the choice of a chair and a stool and he chooses the stool… nothing more Todd Snider
is this version of this song available for purchase anywhere
"everything in moderation, including moderation i suppose"
Any idea about the tuning and chords?
Lots more where that came from, jhamptonjr.
The lyrics remind me of Leonard Cohen.
May have already commented on this but damnit man it's so good, I say bullshit, the best revenge is revenge, fuck you Todd your skills are too nice...once again
If you open your ears & shut your mouths sometimes you can capture sounds like these from people like this.
Thank you
Doesn't sound right when he's wearing shoes.
They say that living well is the best revenge , I say bull shit. The best revenge is revenge .
i made this walking down a hill in north louisiana
Folk punk? I don't think I would have used punk in my description of Todd.
You are good ok
Proverbs 25:2 says something like"God has mysteries & Kings search them out" example Einstein's theory of light bending proved by eclipse of moon.
Still a cool song. Still walking up a hill
easy open chords. g,d,d minor,a minor
Todd is God
Hey, would you mind getting super high before you come in to record?
“Uh, yeah, sure”
well if youre god almighty then whats with all this mystery
id love to trust ya buddy but your clearly keeping secrets from me..
Brilliant. Seems a bit scattered. Doesn't he ? I don't think he meant to be humorous. Sounds like he's a bit angry about the reality that he IS gettin. This dude paints a picture like nobody else though, perfect imagery .
I don't think this is anger.. The anger comes from both sides. Rich and poor.. Financially, or not. To me? This is more like a trip from two worlds. And one in the same
What do you mean by leftist, that he speaks out against hate-mongers and corporate greed?
Lyrically, you'll go a long way to find a better song!!
I love you gay ok love Juliet ❤
17 million barrels of oil are sold to produce plastic water bottles just consumed in the United States! Plastic Pollution kills...
Is gettin old
Amazing
Yes he's an underated poet and musician , he would fit right in my back yard ,fire,bbq, &guitars
Todd is God
Yes he's an underated poet and musician , he would fit right in my back yard ,fire,bbq, &guitars