Belle Starr Mark Knopfler & Emmylou Harris

"Belle Starr" by Mark Knopfler & Emmylou Harris, released in 1990, is a #Country song that tells the story of the infamous outlaw Belle Starr, exploring themes of love, rebellion, and the complexities of a life on the edge. The duet features rich harmonies and Knopfler's signature guitar work, blending storytelling with evocative melodies, contributing to its enduring appeal in Americana music.

[Verse 1: Emmylou Harris]
My mama and my daddy told me
Love is a two-way street
But lately baby, you've been finding
New ways of dragging your feet
So come on, make your best shot
You don't have to take the blame
I'll be your Belle Starr
You can be my Jesse James

[Verse 2: Mark Knopfler & Emmylou Harris, Mark Knopfler]
There's lonely people everywhere
From Abilene to Arkansas
The way they run for cover
You'd 've think love was against the law
Well I don't need a pistol, baby
You won't have to rob a train
And you can be my Belle Starr
And I can be your Jesse James
Ohh, ohh

[Bridge: Mark Knopfler & Emmylou Harris, Emmylou Harris]
I know you've done some hard time
Baby, and you've got your doubts
When you feel surrounded
And it's looking like there's no way out

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