Windows and Walls
Dan Fogelberg
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Up every morning long before day Cooking her breakfast alone She quietly dresses And pulls up the shade And sits in the chair by the phone But nobody ever comes by anymore Nobody ever calls Most days she sits and just stares At the windows and walls Windows and walls Children all married Husband's passed on Nothing but time on her hands Most of her mornings Are spent in her dreams Or making her sad little plans Maybe she'll go to the corner today And pick up the new McCall's If just to escape for an hour From her windows and walls Windows and walls Windows and walls The clock on the mantel Chiming the hours Must be the loneliest sound She washes her dishes And waters her flowers And afterwards has to sit down Sometimes she still Can remember a child Playing with china dolls Now all that she's left Are these memories And windows and walls Windows and walls Windows and walls Windows and walls
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Written by: DAN FOGELBERG
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General Information"Windows and Walls" is a song by American singer-songwriter Dan Fogelberg.
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Album DetailsThe song was released as part of Fogelberg's ninth studio album, "Windows and Walls," in 1984.
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SongwriterDan Fogelberg, known for his heartfelt and introspective lyrics, wrote the song.
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Chart PerformanceThe title track, "Windows and Walls," peaked at number 15 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart, marking yet another charting single for the artist.
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Release LabelThe album "Windows and Walls," including the song of the same title, was released under the recording label, Epic Records.
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Album ThemeThe album "Windows and Walls" shows a more mature side to Fogelberg's work, dealing with themes such as aging, loss, and disillusion.
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Musical StyleThe song "Windows and Walls" is known for its folk-rock style showcasing Fogelberg's soft voice and acoustic guitar playing skills.
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Lyrics OriginThe lyrics of the song speaks of an old woman who lives alone and spends her days looking out the window, symbolizing loneliness and isolation. Fogelberg confessed in an interview that the song was inspired by his own fear about aging and growing old alone.
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Critical ReceptionWhile the album did not receive the wider acclaim his previous releases enjoyed, the song "Windows and Walls" has been praised for its compelling storytelling and emotive qualities.
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LegacyWhile not as commercially successful as Fogelberg's earlier work, "Windows and Walls" is still recognized for its introspective lyrics and emotional depth, contributing to Fogelberg's legacy as a talented singer-songwriter.
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