Tift Merritt Shares “Last Day I Knew What To Do” — A Long-Lost Gem From The Tambourine Era

Photo by Morgane Imbeaud

On July 25th, Tift Merritt shared “Last Day I Knew What To Do,” a previously unreleased song from the original Tambourine recording sessions. Tracked with a full band and produced by George Drakoulias over two decades ago, the song was recorded for the album but was ultimately left off the final release. Now, 20 years later, it sees the light of day as part of Merritt’s forthcoming collection Time and Patience, out August 29, 2025 via One Riot Records.

“I was so frustrated with the music business in those days, trying to be true to myself and my band and the people who believed in my career. I felt pretty lost,” says Merritt, reflecting on the writing of the single. “I’m not sure I really had an advocate who saw who…