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2007
03:08
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It hasn’t rained like this since 2007 and I didn’t know you back then. So, tell me what has changed.
Not as much as you’d think, not as much as I’d hoped. I can’t explain it. It’s a certain kind of nightmare.
Who said it’s fair? How’d you get here? I saw a star get born tonight.
Fuck the mambo. Fuck off, weirdo. A star will always burn bright.
Even on the darkest night.
Especially on the darkest night.
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On the edge all the time, falling is a bodily function. Trust yourself to be alright. There’s no shame in crying.
On a ship lost at sea. Sinking is to be expected. Grab a light and swim with me. I know a place that’s protected.
The full moon shines and I can see our reflections. In the oceans and stars, pushbikes and cars – I’ll be ready when you are.
My heart is heavy, my mind is clear. I think you know what I’m doing here.
My window’s open, my door’s ajar. Take your time, I’ll be ready when you are.
My heart is heavy, my mind is clear. I won’t allow you to disappear.
My window’s open, my door’s ajar. Take your time, I’ll be ready when you are.
My heart is heavy, my heart is heavy. My heart is heavy, my heart is heavy. My heart is heavy, my heart is heavy. My heart is heavy, my heart is heavy. My heart is heavy, my heart is heavy. My heart is heavy, my heart is heavy. My heart is heavy, my heart is heavy. My heart is heavy.
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Chariot
03:41
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CHARIOT
I’m on a ride to right where I don’t want to be. I’m consumed by such things I don’t want to believe. All aside, I’ll see you in my twisted dreams tonight.
I’m on a ride, the path is treacherous and dark. I will follow my nose and listen to my heart. I will go loudly.
How do we know this isn’t our last chance? Take me home if this is the end.
Swept right away, broke like a wave on my head. I will bottle my breath and swim for the seabed. Deals made, firm handshakes in the depths of a cave.
There’s a tree shooting up right next to me. It’s not bearing no fruit that nobody could eat. But it’s sweet and it looks like me.
How do we know this isn’t our last chance? Take me home if this is the end.
And while we’re driving round in your Ford (F)-150 Lariat, I might be at the wheel, but you are my chariot.
Rip on the breaks, spin out the back of it. Screams through the night, I just can’t get the hang of it.
I’m at the wheel, but you are my chariot.
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4. |
Find My Road
02:29
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These days, man, I’m dying. They’re winning and I’m trying to stop spinning and start flying.
I’ve got to find my road.
These days, man, I’m aching. They’re bending and I’m breaking.
They’re stealing what I’m taking, I’ve got to find my road, I know. And I don’t even care where I go.
I’m feeling the pressure. Feels like I could do better. When they’re all out to get you it’s hard to keep your head up.
But I’m swift and powerful. My gifts are bountiful. I’ll fill up until I’m full and I won’t be no one’s fool.
And I don’t even care where I go, I’m gonna find my road, I know.
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Always Good
06:01
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It’s cold when we wake up now, I still can’t find my dressing gown.
I drink cold brew with cups of tea. I think of you when it’s only me.
The grass is wet in the backyard but soon the sun will soak it up.
You haven’t asked – I wish you would – but it’s ok, I’m always good.
My fingers burn as I ride down the road, under lights.
A glow is felt, a sigh is heard. A wave has broke, a page has turned.
Orange leaks through purple clouds. No one speaks but the morning’s loud.
I can’t hear you – I wish I could – but it’s ok, I’m always good.
And if you listen you’ll find what you’re missing.
A moment, a time shared. They’re coming, we’ll get there.
Lightning strikes, the clouds roll in. I push my bike and the wheels spin.
I ring my bell, it screams your name. I know now things won’t be the same.
But I know what to do. I held the match and I lit the fuse.
I cross my fingers, knock on wood. I tell myself I’m always good.
I tell myself I’m always good. You stayed at home, I knew you would.
I cross my fingers, knock on wood.
I tell myself I’m always good. I can’t go home, I wish I could.
I bite my fingers, knock on wood.
And if you listen you’ll find what you’re missing.
A moment, a time shared. They’re coming, we’ll get there.
Lightning strikes, the clouds roll in. I push my bike and the wheels spin.
I ring my bell, it screams your name. I know now things won’t be the same.
But I know what to do. I held the match and I lit the fuse.
I cross my fingers, knock on wood. I tell myself I’m always—
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Come and Get Me
01:06
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My pack is light but my head is heavy.
Awake all night but I know I’m ready.
It’s not my time but they’re coming for me.
So, come and get me.
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No Light Here
03:01
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No light here, no dark. Her world just fell apart. She saw the future, she saw the past. She let the big boys break her heart.
She came up, she came round. Nothing worse than a bad comedown. Wore a smile like the world’s best clown.
This is where the party starts. This is where the neighbours call the cops.
No death here, no gloom. No monsters in your room. It’s all a symphony, the sweetest tune. I’ll pack my bags and I’ll see you soon.
So, meet me by the old streetlight. These days it don’t shine too bright. I’ve got supplies – food, gas and a light.
This is where the trouble starts. This is how you hurt the ones you love.
Start your engine, take your mark. Wear your costume, play your part. Know your place, man. Don’t get smart.
This is where you find yourself a path.
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Aubergine
02:49
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One, two, three. Where did you run off to this morning? Tangerine, I think the neighbours heard me calling from the street. Because I heard them slam the screen.
Five thirty, I was wide awake this morning. Next to me, you were fast asleep, still yawning in a dream.
Soon the flowers fall off, they’re the prettiest ones you’ve seen. And in their place will grow a great big aubergine. It looks like me.
I’ve been trying to stop thinking about myself, but it only makes me worry about everyone else.
I’ve been trying to stop talking about myself, but it only makes me feel like I’m further from everyone else.
Soon the flowers fall off, they’re the prettiest ones you’ve seen. And in their place will grow a great big aubergine. It looks like me.
It looks like—
I’ve been trying to stop thinking about myself. But it only makes me feel like I’m further from everyone else.
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Long Nite
02:03
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You’ll be gone by the time I read this. Through setting suns, nights that make you cry out loud.
I’ll be gone but I know you’ll hear this. Through sweeping valleys, green paths will take you.
I know you won’t be mad, and neither will I. Take your coat, that wind has got a bit of bite.
I know you won’t be mad, and neither will I.
It’s going to be a long nite.
They will know from the look on your face you’ve come from somewhere, maybe a higher place!
They will ask you and they will beg you and they would lock you up if they could catch you.
I know you won’t be mad, and neither will I. Take your coat, that wind has got a bit of bite.
I know you won’t be mad, and neither will I.
It’s going to be a long nite.
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Sullen Paws
02:52
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These sullen paws are not what they seem. Calloused by malice and bruised by my dreams. These sullen paws are tearing holes in me.
Spent most of winter in the trunk of a tree. Listening to the murmurs of the birds and the bees. I could’ve sworn they were laughing at me.
Now spring is approaching and I’m hungry for food, no longer in an abstemious mood. What’s fair to me might not be to you.
These sullen paws are not what they seem.
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Microwave
02:21
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Microwave, look what they’ve done to you.
The sun shines bright tonight. It smiles for you and I.
You can’t be saved but I believe in you.
So, don’t just boil and beep. You’re singing in my sleep.
But I can’t sleep tonight.
Tell me when to go, I feel like you should know. When I’m ready will it show? I’m not yet, but I’m close.
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Water
03:26
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Water makes me thirsty. Coffee makes you sleepy, I heard.
Birthdays make me lonely. I’m unfriendly, I’ve been told.
Waves break on you. Don’t feel a fool. I am hurting, too.
When the magpie swoops, the agapanthus blooms. They are looking out for you.
Bagels make me hungry. I could eat like four a day.
Beer makes me dumb. I would rather feel numb, but it only fucks me up.
Rain pours on you, but don’t feel a fool. I am soaking, too
When the magpie swoops, the agapanthus blooms. They are reaching for the moon.
Rain pours on you from July until June. I am soaking, too.
When the magpie swoops, the agapanthus blooms.
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13. |
Like a Sunset
03:53
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I’m burning as I’m riding. I’m frozen but I’m sliding. I’m laughing and I’m crying at the same time.
You’re talking, I’m listening. You’re glowing, you’re glistening! Your eyes tell me things that I can’t explain.
I’m smiling but I don’t know. I’m screaming, we’re so close. I feel it in my bones, my nose and toes.
There’s lightning but my mind’s clear. It’s storming, we’re safe here. It feels like it’s been years and I think it has.
Because whatever happens, if your sunshine blackens, I’ll spring into action – I’ve got you.
So, don’t fear your last breath, I know you’re not done yet. Think of it like a sunset – it’s going to be a Bright Death.
They’re singing from up there. I hear them, I don’t care. I’m writing my words in the boldest font.
It’s harsh but it’s not bad, it stings but I’m not sad. You’re here and I’m so glad it’s warm tonight.
Because whatever happens, if you lose your traction, I’ll spring into action – I’ve got you.
So, don’t fear your last breath, I know you’re not done yet. Think of it like a sunset – it’s going to be a Bright Death.
You trudge down the path, suffocating in dark. Magnificence is your price to pay.
Through the bubbles and foam your loved ones dragged you home. Saw a couple of friends on the way.
And it didn’t take any practice because your path was trackless, knowing what you’ve known all along.
And then through your last breath, you’ll know that you’ve made it, and it’s almost like a sunset. This is your Bright Death!
Think of it like a sunset.
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