Song of the Day 8/26: Elvis Costello, “Watch Your Step”

“Trust,” released in 1981, is one of Elvis Costello’s under-appreciated efforts, mostly remembered only for “Clubland.” I always liked this track, with its understated air of menace, Costello’s vague but witty wordplay and Steve Nieve’s soulful organ fills. If you have any idea what the lyrics actually refer to, drop a line in the comments.

Costello usually performs a quieter version in live shows, as shown by this clip from Tom Snyder’s show in 1981.