What more can be said of this sensational duo, who turned out one superb song after another that really strikes a chord with so many of us; so sad that they broke up, a great musical loss.
Well shit! I used to listen to The Civil Wars often, I just recently started watching Nashville and I immediately thought that this song as well as Fade Into You sounded like The Civil Wars. Love their music style, it is so hypnotic.
I love both voices, but that high pitch the man carried, then brought it back down, is beautiful! Especially the TV show Nashville version, which is how I heard of this beautiful song.
LYRICS If I didn't know better, I'd hang my hat right there If I didn't know better, I'd follow you up the stairs Stop saying those sweet things you know I like to hear The horns are blowing louder, the bailiff's drawing near Why do I keep drinking Wasting my time on you? If I didn't know better, But, damn it, I do There's a hole in what you're saying I can plainly see you've a lover that's waiting But, baby, you're right here with me Oh you might as well be the devil, Keeping me out past three Well you're the one with that apple, So, baby, you can't blame me Oh, why don't you keep drinking? Give me one night with you If I didn't know better, But, damn it, I do Baby, I do Oh baby, you're right here with me Sweet daddy, you know I do
It was one thing to completely fall IN LOVE with this song while watching Nashville, but it's a completely different thing to find out that it's The Civil Wars singing it! ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥
+Caitlyn Smith So I just spent a lot more time than I probably should have looking it all up. The song was released as part of an album by The Civil Wars way back in 2009, but Nashville didn't even release its pilot until 2012. I dunno anything about the time it takes to produce a show, but I doubt it takes _that_ long. Even if he wrote it for Clare, The Civil Wars were still the first to sing it. Does that make it theirs? I'd assume so, honestly. And there goes 20 minutes of my life...
I was lukewarm on Nashville until the two actors started singing this onstage and it sparks a pretty big plot point, and all I could think was I AGREE. It being a Civil Wars song was icing on the cake.
John Paul White and Joy Williams are behind magic all over the place...This song...and 'Safe and Sound' (Hunger Games soundtrack), sung by Taylor Swift who HAD to have gotten some vocal instruction from Joy Williams because she's never sounded like that in any song. I've been a fan of them for a while now, but I'm also a fan of Nashville. Glad more people are finding out about them. They deserve the recognition.
Ever since discovering The Civil Wars via Pandora, I have felt that the Scarlett and Gunnar characters on Nashville are modeled after Joy and John Paul. Love this!!
The show Nashville had lost me until I heard this song, then it all turned around!...being a huge fan of The Civil Wars I not surprised to find that the song was written by John Paul White!
Love the 'Nashville cover' of this by Clare Bowen and Sam Palladio! I suppose had I heard this version first then I'd love this one better.. There is something soooo addictive about the Nashville cover! Both amazing though :)
Too bad there isn't another pair like that to give us new music. Enjoy what you get. Not a lot like this will be available now or in the future. Love what you get while you can get it.
Clare Bowen and Sam Pallidino sung the song. In an interview Clare mentioned that it was the first time Sam had sung falceto. Clare Bowen's voice is different than Joy Williams. Also the song was played and sung at a slightly slower tempo on Nashville
try googling their official website you could probably by their "Barton Hollow" album from their site. This song was also part of their set live at Eddie's attic in GA, which i know is a free promotional download from their site :D
Actually, Clare Bowen and Sam Palladio did a cover of this song. I think that they're both sound pretty similar. But, I agree that Clare and Sam did an awesome job :)
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What more can be said of this sensational duo, who turned out one superb song after another that really strikes a chord with so many of us; so sad that they broke up, a great musical loss.
They're coming back! 😢
@@Foundsoul5 Not likely despite the effort of Taylor Swift. They did not end amicably. But we can hope.
I still miss The Civil Wars, so much!!!!!! They were sonic perfection ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
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The Civil Wars were actually the ones who originally sung the song. Nashville did the cover. Just giving credit where credit is due.
Winnie I didn't know that but when I heard it on the show I thought of this band! Both versions are amazing.
It was actually arum Rae who wrote the song
I'm glad The Civil Wars are finally getting the recognition they deserve :) two of the most talented people In the world. Their music never gets old!!
Rewatching Nashville and realize this song is amazing of course it’s by the Civil Wars so many amazing songs
Beautiful song I love the haunting sound to the voices. First time hearing it on Nashville. Totally brilliant song
I just can't stop listening to this song !!!!
the second I heard this song on Nashville; I knew it was very The Civil Wars-esque
Me too
SAME. I was excited to know that it’s actually a civil wars song
Good golly gosh. I am one of those 'Nashville brought me here' folks, but dang. This song, man, this song. Can't get enough of it.
Well shit! I used to listen to The Civil Wars often, I just recently started watching Nashville and I immediately thought that this song as well as Fade Into You sounded like The Civil Wars. Love their music style, it is so hypnotic.
Man, JPWs' high range is incredible, doesn't sound falsetto at all. Damn them for splitting up.
his voice is so good. *chills+
holy shit scarlett and gunnar sound just like them!!!!!!! amazing chemistry
I love both voices, but that high pitch the man carried, then brought it back down, is beautiful! Especially the TV show Nashville version, which is how I heard of this beautiful song.
is it possible to just not get enough of this song!!!
Nashville brought me here and I'm so glad it did. Sam Pallidino's voice mesmerized me.
This song is amazing and their voices are amazing. I love how it just takes over when you're listening to it..
LYRICS
If I didn't know better, I'd hang my hat right there
If I didn't know better, I'd follow you up the stairs
Stop saying those sweet things you know I like to hear
The horns are blowing louder, the bailiff's drawing near
Why do I keep drinking
Wasting my time on you?
If I didn't know better,
But, damn it, I do
There's a hole in what you're saying
I can plainly see you've a lover that's waiting
But, baby, you're right here with me
Oh you might as well be the devil,
Keeping me out past three
Well you're the one with that apple,
So, baby, you can't blame me
Oh, why don't you keep drinking?
Give me one night with you
If I didn't know better,
But, damn it, I do
Baby, I do
Oh baby, you're right here with me
Sweet daddy, you know I do
Loved songs by the Civil Wars in the past, loved this song on Nashville but didn't realise it was originally be them! Gorgeous song.
Heard this song on Nashville and fell in love
Nashville brought me here as well but damn this version is just as wonderful! Awesome song!
ABC's Nashville brought me here. I am in LOVE with this song. Everything about it. This band is also awesome!
That man's voice....there are no words to describe its sexiness.....
It was one thing to completely fall IN LOVE with this song while watching Nashville, but it's a completely different thing to find out that it's The Civil Wars singing it!
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First country song I have liked in a while. Thank you nashville.
This is a masterpiece...
this is not a cover, Nashville version is. John Paul wrote this song, and his voice is just amazing an so intense without being to over the top
+Caitlyn Smith No, The Civil Wars did not cover their own song. Especially since they probably wrote it way before Nashville was even on.
+Caitlyn Smith So I just spent a lot more time than I probably should have looking it all up. The song was released as part of an album by The Civil Wars way back in 2009, but Nashville didn't even release its pilot until 2012. I dunno anything about the time it takes to produce a show, but I doubt it takes _that_ long. Even if he wrote it for Clare, The Civil Wars were still the first to sing it. Does that make it theirs? I'd assume so, honestly. And there goes 20 minutes of my life...
+aljo ... but being right is oh so satisfying, isn't it?
Well, here's a "job well done!" for ya.
Worth 20 minutes?
Rep from the people in their 40's. Yeah, that happened. Many more times than once.
Beautiful thing, this song.
Just watched this song performed on Nashville. So sultry. Loves it.
I was lukewarm on Nashville until the two actors started singing this onstage and it sparks a pretty big plot point, and all I could think was I AGREE. It being a Civil Wars song was icing on the cake.
I can't stop listening to this song - haven't heard anything like this in so long.
another nashville watcher. this song is absolutely amazing
So love this song!!!!! And The Civil Wars. I can out this song on repeat and listen to it all day and night!
John Paul White and Joy Williams are behind magic all over the place...This song...and 'Safe and Sound' (Hunger Games soundtrack), sung by Taylor Swift who HAD to have gotten some vocal instruction from Joy Williams because she's never sounded like that in any song. I've been a fan of them for a while now, but I'm also a fan of Nashville. Glad more people are finding out about them. They deserve the recognition.
I love the Civil Wars,this song is sooooo good
I was so excited to hear this song on Nashville! I love The Civil Wars
Ever since discovering The Civil Wars via Pandora, I have felt that the Scarlett and Gunnar characters on Nashville are modeled after Joy and John Paul. Love this!!
Another one brought here by Nashville! What a sexy chilling song! Gotta say I liked the Nashville cover best! But the original is amazing too!
Totally one of my favorite songs from The Civil Wars! What an impeccably matched duo!!! Keep 'em coming!!!
Holds her hand up as another Nashville person. This is an epic song and I ve discovered more good artists
These two are talented times eight
Abc's Nashville bought me here, I am in love with this song :D can't stop listening to it
Beautiful song, Nashville brought me here too
heard this on Nashville, absolutely fantastic song
Heard this song in Nashville and I loved it!!!
The show Nashville had lost me until I heard this song, then it all turned around!...being a huge fan of The Civil Wars I not surprised to find that the song was written by John Paul White!
Newest Nashville fan! :) Just finished the episode and omg!! im in love with this song i already got it on itunes!! :)
great song! Nashville bring me here too!
I’m just glad Nashville introduced me to this masterpiece
I'm always looking for good songs for various dances. This makes a great sultry West Coast Swing.
Good Lord, they're good... So happy I finally found this. Thank you so much for uploading.
Nashville brought me here too!! Great sexy music.
I heard this song recently somewhere! I had no idea who sang it!!! I AM SOOOO in love with this womans voice!
The civil wars have a free live album download on their website and this song is on there! It's amazing!
i knew i liked this song when i heard it on nashville. finding out you guys wrote it explains everything
Nice soothing song oh and Nashville brought me here
Goosebumps. Every time.
The epitome of the Civil Wars
I love this song. It is so alluring
i love this. next time i go to the UK Im huning their show down
They did, the soundtrack is supposed to come out this December. I love the Nashville version too. You can find it here too.
Amazing vocals and truly talented. Love the civil wars
so beautiful
I want these sexy voices back together!!! Now! :( :(
Love the 'Nashville cover' of this by Clare Bowen and Sam Palladio! I suppose had I heard this version first then I'd love this one better.. There is something soooo addictive about the Nashville cover! Both amazing though :)
epic! Just love this song! heard it on nashville (also was a good version) but this is still my fave!:) LOVE the civil wars!
Thank you so much for the info! Just got the live version off their website.
I love this song! i can't stop singing it!
these guys are over the top with the sexual tension.....you should see them live....amazing.
how did i not here of these guys earlier?
love this song and the new show Nashville.
OMG this is amazing. Yes, Nashville bought me here too. lol
This song haunts me.
I've never heard of this band before, they sound great!
i heard this song on npr, i love haunting blues songs :)
Too bad there isn't another pair like that to give us new music. Enjoy what you get. Not a lot like this will be available now or in the future. Love what you get while you can get it.
Good job, Nashville for covering this!
They were great way before nashville. I thought it sounded just like a song civil wars would write when i heard it on there. Ugh they are so amazing
absolutely lovely
Clare Bowen and Sam Pallidino sung the song. In an interview Clare mentioned that it was the first time Sam had sung falceto. Clare Bowen's voice is different than Joy Williams. Also the song was played and sung at a slightly slower tempo on Nashville
I love this song ... They played it on Nashville
I absolutely Love this song
well that was hotter than hell on a sunday
I love this song so much!!!!!!!
Thanks to Nashville. Beautiful song.
Can't get this song out of my system. It's captivating.
try googling their official website you could probably by their "Barton Hollow" album from their site.
This song was also part of their set live at Eddie's attic in GA, which i know is a free promotional download from their site :D
Actually, Clare Bowen and Sam Palladio did a cover of this song. I think that they're both sound pretty similar. But, I agree that Clare and Sam did an awesome job :)
wow! i ddnt evn know ther was a album version of this song. i only have the live version. i love this song tho.
I love this song!!
John Paul is the man. So sad he hasn't continued his music career further after they broke up😕
+Rachel Dildy Good news: He's got a new album out.
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Love this song!
I was brought here by ABC's new series called Nashville. I'm obsessed with this song. Ahhhh(:
Why don't they have this on iTunes?! I'm so bummed!!! D: LOVE this song, though!!
Because its the show Nashville's Song...their version is on itunes
No it's not...the civil wars originally sang this song. Nashville covered it...
seductive indeed. her voice is like no other.
It was recorded. Nashville soundtrack, just picked it up the other day sits awesome
This song is the bizness thanx Nashville.
This is not a cover John Paul wrote this song
This song can be found on their website--even better, it is part of an entire free live album you can download. Yay for The Civil Wars!
Thanks! I've been looking for it in Itunes but its not there!
I've lived this song a few times.