Subject Analysis: "Walk of Life" by Dire Straits

Track Overview

Avoid WAV files. They’re unnecessary for this song.

The Highs: Mark Knopfler’s finger-picking style on his Pensa-Suhr or Schecter Stratocaster produces subtle "clucks" and harmonics that disappear in low-quality audio.

Released in 1985 on the diamond-certified album Brothers in Arms, "Walk of Life" was almost left off the record. It represents a pivot from the moody, cinematic rock of "Telegraph Road" toward a bright, rockabilly-infused pop sound.

Lyrics: If you're interested, here are the lyrics to "Walk of Life": $$ He's a big wheel, got a lot of power He's a lot of fun, he's a kid He's a pretty good guy, just a little bit slow He's a walk of life, he's a work of art $$