The Ballad of You & Me & Pooneil - alternate version

"Pooneil" refers to singer/songwriter Fred Neil, who was a very influential folk musician. Neil, who wrote "Everybody's Talkin'," apparently was not concerned with fame but was respected for his musical talents and had a devoted following that included many prominent musicians. Neil died in 2001.

Written by Paul Kantner, this song kicks off the band's most creative album, which proved to be where Kantner comes into his own as a primary songwriter for the band.

This song, along with "A Small Package of Value Will Come to You, Shortly" and "Young Girl Sunday Blues," comprises the first of the album's five suites, entitled "Streetmasse."