I have been a lightfoot fan, in earnest, since 1968, and frankly, there are no real "clunkers" because almost every song contains a line or phase that is interesting. There are some songs, however, that I would rather pass up; May I is one, and two others that readily come to mind are Slide on Over and I Want to Hear It From You.
If I may make a few comments about some of the worst songs noted in this post, I would need to start with I'm Not Supposed to Care, the lyrics are simply poetic and grabs at the heart, and the guitar lines and chord progressions are brillant.
A Lesson in Love is a great tune, with a very clever lyric, just listen; poor Jenny Lind.
Anything For Love is another wonderful song, again, if you listen and take in the music coupled with the poetry of the lyric, it speaks for itself.
Rainbow Trout; rather clever and it does have a lasting musical hook.
Too Late for Prayin', what can you say, this song is great, deep, and an individual interpretation can change as one's perception of life shifts. This song says too much at times; even the obvious.
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