I can reflect back on many moments of foolishness and ineptitude in my quickly approaching 50 years. Definitely on that list was my lack of appreciation for John Prine when first introduced by a friend when we were attending grad school together. It wasn't until 2020, when Prine was one of the first celebrities who died from COVID related causes and the retrospectives on his career and legacy came pouring in that I again listened to his music and realized what a unique treasure he is/was as a songwriter, maybe the best this side of Bob Dylan.
This song encapsulates his talents well-quirky and tender, revealing the imperfections of individuals that complement enduring love through its humorous lyrics. True love and compatibility far removed from what has been unceasingly portrayed on screens since the days of black and white.
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