That Close to You John Prine

“That Close to You” by John Prine is a heartfelt country-folk song released in 1991. It explores themes of love, longing, and the emotional distance between lovers. The lyrics convey a sense of yearning and intimacy, highlighting the bittersweet nature of relationships. Prine's signature storytelling and gentle melodies create a poignant atmosphere. #CountryFolk

Like a bolt of lightning, like a bolt of thunder
Like a cloudy day down at the zoo
Like a drowning man that will never go under
That close to you, yeah, that close to you

In the middle of the night
You'd ask me to make you smile
You'd come on like a one-armed child
With a hole in its shoe, poor you
Everybody ought to know
It only hurts you for a little while
So stop putting yourself on trial
For something you didn't do
Not you, to me, can't we be just like

Lovers and mothers and brothers and sorrow
Can I find a little something with a nicer view?
I'm hating to plead, but I'm begging to borrow
Just to be that close to you, yeah, that close to you

In the middle of the night
You'd ask me to make you smile
You'd come on like a one-armed child
With a hole in its shoe, poor you
Everybody oughtta know
It only hurts you for a little while
So stop putting yourself on trial
For something you didn't do
Not you, to me, can't we be just like

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