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Jackson Browne — The Barricades of Heaven
Album: Solo Acoustic
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Released: 2005
Length: 6:00
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Lyrics:

Running down around the towns along the shore
When I was sixteen and on my own
No, I couldn't tell you what the hell those brakes were for
I was just trying to hear my song

Jimmy found his own sweet sound and won that free guitar
We'd all get in the van and play
Life became the Paradox, the Bear, the Rouge et Noir
And the stretch of road running to LA

Pages turning
Pages we were years from learning
Straight into the night our hearts were flung
Better bring your own redemption when you come
To the barricades of Heaven where I'm from

All the world was shining from those hills
The stars above and the lights below
Among those there to test their fortunes and their wills
I lost track of the score long ago

Pages turning
Pages we were years from learning
Straight into the night our hearts were flung
Better bring your own redemption when you come
To the barricades of Heaven where I'm from

Childhood comes for me at night
Voices of my friends
Your face bathing me in light
Hope that never ends

Pages turning
Pages torn and pages burning
Faded pages, open in the sun
Better bring your own redemption when you come
To the barricades of Heaven where I'm from
Better bring your own redemption when you come
To the barricades of Heaven where I'm from
Posted 9 months ago by Sofa_King    [ Reply ]
When are all the negative posters in this thread coming out with solo albums so we can deride them as contrived? {#Stupid}
Posted 8 years ago by gregr79    [ Reply ]
 rdo wrote:


Good point.  The first thought that comes to my mind is, Why the special treatment?  He had his day in the sun.  Let's hear someone who didn't.
 
I concur, but lots of people obviously still love the guy.
Posted 13 years ago by Proclivities    [ Reply ]
{#Hearteyes}
Posted 13 years ago by CCinSB    [ Reply ]
 Hannio wrote:


...was there ever music so bleached white of all its color and flavor?
 
...and contrived and derivative.

Posted 13 years ago by Krispian    [ Reply ]
 jcioban wrote:
I think knowing his history makes this song much more meaningful. Rated out-of-context is the wrong way to view this.
 
I'm familiar with Mr. Browne's background - doesn't change my perception of his performance on this piece. . . 
 
Posted 13 years ago by vandal    [ Reply ]
I think knowing his history makes this song much more meaningful. Rated out-of-context is the wrong way to view this.
 vandal wrote:

Spot on.  Mr Browne's emoting feels forced, unreal, and further blands out an already painfully plain song. . . 
 
 


Posted 13 years ago by jcioban    [ Reply ]
 rdo wrote:


Good point.  The first thought that comes to my mind is, Why the special treatment?  He had his day in the sun.  Let's hear someone who didn't.
 

Wow, that's right, just curl up in a ball, die and fade away, huh?  Just cuz an artist "had his day" means they are NEVER TO CREATE AGAIN?  wow, is all I have to say

Also, it doesn't mean he's taking away from someone else!  It's a big creative world out there....and he had 3 sold out shows when I saw him last year...I'd say he's still in the sun and should be.
Posted 13 years ago by Randomax    [ Reply ]
 Hannio wrote:


Me neither.  Was there ever music so bleached white of all its color and flavor?
 
Spot on.  Mr Browne's emoting feels forced, unreal, and further blands out an already painfully plain song. . . 
 
Posted 13 years ago by vandal    [ Reply ]
 Hannio wrote:


Me neither.  Was there ever music so bleached white of all its color and flavor?
 

Good point.  The first thought that comes to my mind is, Why the special treatment?  He had his day in the sun.  Let's hear someone who didn't.
Posted 13 years ago by rdo    [ Reply ]
Jackson Browne - one of those rare storytellers that not only allows me a glimpse inside his soul, he reaches
in and touches mine. Brilliant writer.
Posted 13 years ago by Sugah-Blanco    [ Reply ]
 LowPhreak wrote:
Meh. Never cared for Jackson Browne. :P
 

Me neither.  Was there ever music so bleached white of all its color and flavor?


Posted 13 years ago by Hannio    [ Reply ]
One of my favorite albums from one of my favorite artists -  he is always so excellent when performing live.
Posted 13 years ago by tphord    [ Reply ]
Jackson is one of my all time favourites, no matter what song! Makes me feel melancholic and happy at the same time.
Posted 13 years ago by PeeBee    [ Reply ]
He's doing an Austin City Limits live taping in May (?) at the new venue...be watching for it folks....Mr. Browne is the consumate professional performer....and one of the most personalble performers I've ever had the pleasure of listening to live.
Posted 13 years ago by Randomax    [ Reply ]
A superb singer/songwriter/performer who pioneered the "unplugged" genre long before there was even a name for it.
Posted 13 years ago by rbigelo    [ Reply ]
One of those rare occasions I feel compelled to write something. Amazing artist and an amazing song. Bill, you've done it again. Thanks.
Posted 14 years ago by delrosga    [ Reply ]
First thing I heard when I turned on RP this morning. Surprising to hear Jackson Browne on RP. Thanks for picking a nice non commercial tune.
Posted 14 years ago by Shesdifferent    [ Reply ]
I've got two of his acoustic CDs, and his between-song banter is sometimes even better than the actual song! I've been a fan since "Doctor My Eyes." He got me through high school, a disastrous stint in another city (teenage rebellion), the death of my best friend (her favorite song was "Late For the Sky") and all manner of other typically life-ish events.  There are a few really gifted lyricists - Dylan, Fogelberg, Mitchell, and Browne - and if someone put a gun to my head and demanded I pick one, I'd have to take the bullet.  Still, Jackson Browne was my "first love," even before Joni.  And this CD is absolutely worth the investment.
Posted 14 years ago by Cynaera    [ Reply ]
I dig Jackson Browne, especially that nice acoustic number!

Posted 14 years ago by rockinmeg    [ Reply ]
Nice {#Roflol} "puffy shirt"
Posted 14 years ago by sqqqrly    [ Reply ]
LOVE JB!{#Guitarist}
Posted 14 years ago by stephw    [ Reply ]
Meh. Never cared for Jackson Browne. :P
Posted 14 years ago by LowPhreak    [ Reply ]
Nov 30th, Bass Concert Hall, U of Texas campus....what a SET!  What a professional!  And he was soooo connected to the audience....just seems like a humble man...it was like we were in his living room and he was giving us his gift........thanks Mr. Browne
Posted 14 years ago by Randomax    [ Reply ]
Wow.  This really hit me tonight. Very, very nice.
Posted 14 years ago by MojoJojo    [ Reply ]
"Solo Acoustic" made me remember why I was a Jackson Browne fan before he became lost in slick pop song productions and overt political statements.
Posted 14 years ago by DDB61    [ Reply ]
Going to see his acoustic set in Austin November 30th!!! Can't WAIT!!!!!!!!!
Posted 15 years ago by Randomax    [ Reply ]
Saw him play acoustically many years ago here at the benefit marking the signing of the treaty banning land mine. Bruce Cockburn hosted the evening and warmed up for JB. Great show and an appreciative crowd. I've never seen him with his band but he pulls off a lot of his tunes and his guitar playing is quite good
Posted 15 years ago by martinc    [ Reply ]
Love hearing JB on RP. These live albums are fantastic (imho).
Posted 15 years ago by tom-kenna    [ Reply ]
 RadioDoc wrote:
Time for a trip to the eye doc.  For a bit there it looked to me like the song title was "The Barracudas of Heaven", which would be a completely different vibe... {#Shifty}
The song is an 8 regardless of the title.

 

actually, maybe not...{#Wink}
Posted 15 years ago by oldviolin    [ Reply ]
 cherinoel wrote:


Jazbo - his website shows 7/28!!!  Did they add a date in Indiana?
 
Nope. Now I'm informed it's on the 30th. At Ravinia in Highland Park, Il. Thanks!

Posted 15 years ago by Jazbo    [ Reply ]
 Jazbo wrote:

We're seeing him July 29th. Can not wait. Way back machine.


 

Jazbo - his website shows 7/28!!!  Did they add a date in Indiana?
Posted 15 years ago by Randomax    [ Reply ]

We're seeing him July 29th. Can not wait. Way back machine.


Posted 15 years ago by Jazbo    [ Reply ]
Alway's been a HUUGE JB fan.  Last saw him on Nov 3 2008, the night before the election.  He was with his band that night and didn't do a lot of acoustic stuff, but did this nonetheless.  2 and half hour show - taking requests and yekking it up with the audience - great show.  {#Clap}
Posted 15 years ago by George_Tirebiter    [ Reply ]
Sacred music.
Jackson is holy.
Thank you R P for this version from his sublime live acoustic CD catalog.
JB is simply a god who walks the earth.
Childhood comes for me at night...

Posted 15 years ago by gjeeg    [ Reply ]
Reminds me that I really gotta change the strings on my guitar.
Posted 15 years ago by WonderLizard    [ Reply ]
Stopped work to write. This brings back memories of college from 28 years ago. JB really is a very talented guy. He is at his best in this sparse solo acoustic setting. Great stuff.
Posted 15 years ago by jcioban    [ Reply ]
This is excellent.  Nice to hear him doing the solo acoustic stuff.
Posted 15 years ago by Alafia    [ Reply ]
RadioDoc wrote:
Time for a trip to the eye doc. For a bit there it looked to me like the song title was "The Barracudas of Heaven", which would be a completely different vibe... {#Shifty}

{#Roflol} I'll have to note that down in case I urgently need an idea for the lyrics to a song.

Posted 16 years ago by TanteJensen    [ Reply ]
Perfect 10
Posted 16 years ago by Ubaldo    [ Reply ]
Time for a trip to the eye doc.  For a bit there it looked to me like the song title was "The Barracudas of Heaven", which would be a completely different vibe... {#Shifty}
The song is an 8 regardless of the title.

Posted 16 years ago by RadioDoc    [ Reply ]
Ericac wrote:
I was never a big Jackson Browne fan but I'm finding this song very likeable. I can't figure out exactly why.
Its simple dude. He's brilliant! :-)
Posted 16 years ago by big_gare    [ Reply ]
I was never a big Jackson Browne fan but I'm finding this song very likeable. I can't figure out exactly why.
Posted 16 years ago by Ericac    [ Reply ]
Simple and sublime.
Posted 16 years ago by xkolibuul    [ Reply ]
Finely crafted song well sung.
Posted 16 years ago by shemark    [ Reply ]
starfishNcoffee wrote:
A beautiful reminder of why I listen to RP!
+1
Posted 16 years ago by rtrudeau    [ Reply ]
A beautiful reminder of why I listen to RP!
Posted 16 years ago by starfishNcoffee    [ Reply ]
I'm with a previous poster....this is the Jackson Browne I grew to love. Guess I'll have to buy this album. *edit* Vol 2 due out in February!
Posted 16 years ago by Pyro    [ Reply ]
...takin' me back to the day..."takes a clear mind to...make it..." lovin' this, thanks...
Posted 17 years ago by eman    [ Reply ]
This is the Jackson Browne I have always liked.
Posted 17 years ago by dixiedeb    [ Reply ]
Jackson is singing about me again.
Posted 17 years ago by Spliff    [ Reply ]
WOW! Fantastic!
Posted 17 years ago by Ubaldo    [ Reply ]
Nice!
Posted 17 years ago by hippiechick    [ Reply ]
Fantastic album!!
Posted 17 years ago by kittyhawk    [ Reply ]
classic
Posted 17 years ago by d00kie    [ Reply ]