Are we stuck Between the Bars?

Elliott Smith is an artist I've long admired (who seems to tune his guitar weird so I can't even attempt to play any of his songs!! GGRR!). His lyrics are pure poetry, so sad and raw, co clear that they often cut like glass.

This song, Between the Bars, was one of Smith's more famous songs and was featured on Good Will Hunting. It has been speaking to a place in life where I find myself now (That sentence is up for interpretation). I recently came across this cover by The Civil Wars (Who on their own are great and worth a listen!) I think it is a great tribute to Elliott's version, it even inspired me to find some guitar tabs and try to learn a simplified version. If I get decent and very brave, I might even record it in my dad's studio and share! (don't hold your breath for that one though)

The Civil Wars Version

And of course, the Elliott Smith Version. Beautiful.

drink up, baby, stay up all night
the things you could do, you won't but you might
the potential you'll be, that you'll never see
the promises you'll only make

drink up with me now and forget all about the pressure of days
do what I say and I'll make you okay and drive them away
the images stuck in your head

people you've been before that you don't want around anymore
that push and shove and won't bend to your will
I'll keep them still

drink up, baby, look at the stars
I'll kiss you again between the bars where I'm seeing you
there with your hands in the air, waiting to finally be caught

drink up one more time and I'll make you mine
keep you apart deep in my heart separate from the rest
where I like you the best and keep the things you forgot

the people you've been before that you don't want around anymore
that push and shove and won't bend to your will
I'll keep them still