Jackson Browne - Shadow Dream Song

Originally from unreleased Nina Demo, recording from 1967,
this version is performed in Syracuse, NY, 1971.

SHADOW DREAM SONG
(by Jackson Browne)

I meant to call her name
I meant to take her hand
I meant to be the same and understand
Just what was happening in the evening
Between the princess and the prince

I can't be bothered now
And I can't eat or drink
I can't remember how I used to think
What was the song she sang before the morning rang
Bringing the princess to the prince

It's a crystal ringing way
She has about her in the day
But she's a laughing dappled shadow
She's a laughing dappled shadow in my night

If I could hear her voice
If I could see her face
If I could have my choice I'd be in the place
Where I saw her last on the evening past
Of the princess and the prince

It's a crystal ringing way
She has about her in the day
But she's a laughing dappled shadow
She's a laughing dappled shadow in my night

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Tags:

• Browne
• Jackson
• rock
• folk

[sharonfrombuffalo]

It's new to me, too. Thanks for this.

[jbfan2000]

you're welcome anytime! thanks.

[neildiamondfan25]

This is quickly becoming one of my favorite Jackson songs. It's a shame it never got put on a record. Would have fit beautifully in between "Looking Into You" and "Rock me on the Water." :) Thanks for the post! You've got lots of great stuff on here

[jbfan2000]

I just watch your cover, you did great job!! Bravo

[wilnik77]

What a beautiful song, it has that special, unique JB reflective quality. He's so good.

[jbfan2000]

I agreeee!! he is still! thanks wilnik for comment

[worldrunner]

Looking through the years -- Jackson is one of the most beautifully and graceful aging human beings I have encountered in a public sphere. I can see his beauty, confidence, and idealism as a youth. He never seemed to get jaded about reality; he had just kept expressing himself with hope, dignity, and a push to make things better. Through the years, Jackson has not only talked the talk, but walked the walk. (Just check out all the charities his concerts benefit!) What a graceful human being.

[Carollee63]

I had read about this song before. But, had never heard it. Thank you for sharing it!

[cathtom2000]

This song was recorded by Tom Rush in the 70"s The album is The Circle Game. Great Album. This was my favorite song from this album.

cathtom2000

[sufirufi]

this is sooo cool ! I think this song should be played at Jackson's and Toni's wedding as their first song...you are all invited - by the way !

[beckylink]

Wow, this is so beautiful. I thought I knew all the early Jackson stuff.. amazing. I'm so grateful it's on here!! Thank you so much. :)

Someone very special pointed me in this direction; it's bittersweet for me. JB is the most underrated songwriter in the history of popular/rock music. Every bit as good as Dylan and then some, IMHO.

[reachhigh10]

@worldrunner We should all be as blessed as this man is with natural talent and grace...a natural disposition to care for humanity!

[Sidkaf]

Tom Rush does this on his Circle Game LP. Kudos to Jackson for the lyrics, but have a listen to Rush's deep voiced, emotional take on the song. Superb!

[RobertJohnM]

Written for Pamela Polland.

[Missawease]

I enjoyed this performance, Zack. I'll be looking for more of your covers.

[ivpaul42]

I've always loved this JB song since I first heard it on the Nina Demo. My sister was friends in New York with Nina, who was JB's voice coach when he was very young. He really grew a long as a singer and songwriter from those days, but this song was proof of his precociousness.

[mogenlogen]

I love Jackson Browne but I have to admit, I am the cat sucks!

[aquavitvibes72]

This song kicks ass compared to for example "I`m the cat" or some other shit songs. Never really released is not that cool, but kinda interesting.