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Rodriguez
Lyrics
And you measure for wealth by the things you can hold
And you measure for love by the sweet things you're told
And you live in the past of a dream that you're in
And your selfishness is your cardinal sin
And you want to be held with highest regard
If he likes you so much
If he's trying so hard
And you're trying to conceal your ordinary way
With a smile or a shrug
Or some stolen cliche
But don't you understand
And don't you look about
I'm trying to take nothing from you
So why should you act so put out, for me
'Cause emotionally, you're the same basic trip
And you know that I know of the times that you've slipped
So don't try to impress me
You're just pins and paint
And don't try to charm me
With things that you ain't
And don't try to enchant me with your manner of dress
'Cause a monkey in silk is a monkey no less
So measure for measure, reflect on my said
And when I won't see 'ya then measure it dead
'Cause don't you understand
And don't you look about
I'm trying to take nothing from you
So why should you act so put out
And sit there and wonder in doubt, for me
Song & Lyrics Facts
Rodriguez, a song written by Janis Joplin and recorded in 1971, is part of the posthumous album Pearl which was released in 1971. The genre of the track is folk rock and it features Janis on vocals and guitar, with Sam Andrew on electric guitar, Brad Campbell on bass, and Clark Pierson on drums.
The lyrics were written by Janis Joplin and speak of her longing for a lover who will never return to her again. The song has been covered by numerous artists including Melissa Etheridge, John Mayer and Bob Dylan. It has also been featured in films such as Forrest Gump and I Am Sam. Rodriguez is considered one of Janis' most powerful songs and its lyrics have become iconic throughout the years, speaking to listeners about heartache, loss, and love.