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2019 Demos

by Jerry Chapman

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1.
Got a hero-shaped hole in my heart And I know I won't get very far without you This seems like a good place to start Confessing the things I know to be true And all of the magic in the world Won't stop my head, spinning like a tilt-a-whirl I had the same old dream as before But that doesn't mean there weren't more than a few Not quite another World War But I had to give the devil his due And all of the magic in the world Won't stop my head, singing like the Duke of Earl I don't need to change much of this And I know I won't be granted a wish 'fore it ends We'll put it together stitch by stitch If we're lucky we'll end with a man made of tin And all of the magic in the world Won't stop my head, shining like a string of pearls
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v1: That there's what we call a guitar It used to be the sound of protest But now it won't get you too far You've got a brand you need to protect pre: These days we just let things slide v2: We love our water & air But we're rolling drunk on gasoline We're generally inclined to care But we mostly stay behind the scenes pre: These days we just let things slide Watch the world pass us by ch: So here's a video machine You can see the things that we've seen You can know the people that we've been Sometimes we're stupid and mean --- But put in this VHS You'll want to see us at our best The very best that we can be Watch Mr. Rogers on repeat v3: Sure, there's people on the street But they seem to be doing alright We give them plenty to eat And a bridge to cover them through the night pre: These days we just let things slide Watch the world pass us by ch: So here's a video machine You can see the things that we've seen You can know the people that we've been Sometimes we're stupid and mean --- But put in this VHS You'll want to see us at our best The very best that we can be Watch Mr. Rogers on repeat br: And while we're at it, we're sorry 'bout the wars We're usually on the winning side, but we're not keeping score I know it doesn't look so good, but wait, there's so much more ch2: Here's a pile of books we burned We erased the things we should've learned We love to laugh while the world turns We learned to fiddle while it burns ch: So here's a video machine You can see the things that we've seen You can know the people that we've been Sometimes we're stupid and mean --- But put in this VHS You'll want to see us at our best The very best that we can be Watch Mr. Rogers on repeat Watch Mr. Rogers on repeat
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v1 (Georgia): Your mother is my hero, the strongest woman I've ever known Learn everything about her Take her strength and claim it for your own But her wicked sense of humor? I think she got that from me Her carefree spirit will leave you blowing in the breeze ----- Take special care when she is sad Be gentle in her times of need v2 (Matthew): Your dad might be the only one who can make me laugh until I start to cry He's surrounded by the best of friends Lives a life as big as the wide open sky And he's smarter than he thinks, though he might not let on And you're luckier than you know to be his daughter or his son ----- But be aware when times are tough He doesn't like to be alone br (J&J): Don't forget to call the Jennifers They'd like to hear from you They can handle your hurts & heartaches Everything that you've been through They helped make you who you are today Believe me that it's true v3 (me, etc.): The Mimis & the Papas, they might be long long gone And I might be, too, but I love you That's why I'm sending you this song ----- And I hope you get the best of what I had to pass down And in your mind, I hope you find I'll always be around
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v1: It only took a second to screw it all up Turned "what we have" to "what once was" Got no reason this time, "just because" That's not good enough -- that's not good enough v2: Watch the credits roll before the screen goes black I feel like "man #2 with his head up his ass" Give everything I own just to take it all back ch: That's not good enough, but I'm strong enough to make a change I know the road is rough, but I refuse to stay the same Can't call it love until I do the best I can to be a better man v3: A bit cliché to ask for one more chance 'Cause you true, but I had other plans An apology is just a song & dance ch: And that's not good enough, but I'm strong enough to make a change I know the road is rough, but I refuse to stay the same Can't call it love until I do the best I can to be a better man br: I know that heartbreak is heartbreak, even when it's your own fault Sometimes heartbreak is what it takes to build you up when you've made yourself so small ch: But is that good enough, though I'm strong enough to make a change I know the road is rough, but I refuse to stay the same Can't call it love until I do the best I can ch: That's not good enough, but I'm strong enough to make a change I know the road is rough, but I refuse to stay the same Can't call it love until I do the best I can to be a better man v1: It only took a second to screw it all up Turned "what we have" to "what once was"
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v1: I was never very good at biding my time Always did what I should, but it took me an hour to make up my mind v2: When the time was right, I'd make my escape I'd fly by night, but I'd be home the very next day pre: I keep thinking 'bout the good times I never had ch: I tried as hard as I could to keep everything in place Crystal clear in the middle, just always looks the same Might have been all in my head, but I'm the only one to blame So I always missed the adventure outside the frame v3: When you're looking at the only one who knows you by heart And you're wonderin' if this life will really take you that far pre: I keep thinking 'bout the good times I never had ch: I tried as hard as I could to keep everything in place Crystal clear in the middle, just always looks the same Might have been all in my head, but I'm the only one to blame So I always missed the adventure outside the frame - some sort of solo - pre: I keep thinking 'bout the good times I never had ch: I tried as hard as I could to keep everything in place Crystal clear in the middle, just always looks the same Might have been all in my head, but I'm the only one to blame So I always missed the adventure outside the frame
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v1: Just a boy of 6 or 7, runnin' from some things he's yet to know Lookin' for something to believe in Searchin' for something to call his own pre: He had a slight inclination to go a bit too far But he hears his mama, callin' across the yard ch: "When the light begins to fade, you should probably make your way Back home, where we're all waiting for you Your dinner is on your plate and there's a cold glass of lemonade and family that loves you, right & true" v2: Now a man, but not much older Runnin' from the love he had at home A constant look across his shoulder A righteous thrill in the unknown pre: He had a slight inclination to go a bit too far Scaled the highest of heights, but that's a long way to fall ch: "When the light begins to fade, I hope you know you can make your way Back home, where we're all waiting for you You know we never forgot No matter what you might have thought Forgiveness is healing, through & through" br: A long line of adventurous mistakes Who do you call when your body & your heart completely break You gave it all, but it wasn't enough, for heaven's sake pre: He had a slight inclination to go a bit too far Then he heard his Savior, calling through the dark ch: "When your light begins to fade, I hope you'll find your way to the home that was promised to you You didn't always believe But I'll see you on these golden streets And watch you smile when you see that it's all true --- When your light finally fades, I know you'll make your way The gate is open, you can walk straight through Lots of family & friends and a love that will never end A home where you'll find you're made new --- Lots of family & friends and a love that never ends A home where you'll find you're made new
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Never should have started Never should have rolled up my sleeves Now I’m on the floor, I don’t know what to believe It took me 4 long hours ‘til I was back on my feet Never thought I’d fall to pieces Never thought that I would fall at all Now I’m staring face to face with my demons They said, “you’ve screwed up good this time Now your back’s up against, your back’s up against the wall” Livin’ should be easy, you only gotta stay alive We do our best to end it, it happens all the time I’m going to finish this verse, it doesn’t even have to rhyme Never thought I’d fall to pieces Never thought that I would fall at all Now I’m staring face to face with my demons They said, “you’ve screwed up good this time Now your back’s up against, your back’s up against the wall” - harmonica - Never thought I’d fall to pieces Never thought that I would fall at all Now I’m staring face to face with my demons They said, “you’ve screwed up good this time Now your back’s up against, your back’s up against the wall”
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v1: I know that I should be a little madder than I am right now I'm as surprised as you at the words coming out of my mouth But when I let it get to me, it only seems to drag me down Sometimes there's nothing left of me, but I need to tell you now Need to tell you now ch: That worry won't change a thing Might as well stand out in the pouring rain Whatever life may bring The fact remains that worry won't change a thing v2: It's clear to me that you've been wronged, and you won't let it go Somebody needs to pay, take it from one who knows It might feel right to plan and plot your revenge But give up that fight, it's the good move in the end It's true, my friend ch: Your anger won't change a thing Might as well stand out in the pouring rain Whatever life may bring The fact remains that anger won't change a thing br: But you're proud of the life you live You won't budge, but something's got to give ch: Your pride won't change a thing Might as well stand out in the pouring rain Whatever life may bring The fact remains that pride won't change a thing
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v1: You hear the knockin' on your back door Your friends are here, you don't remember what for I'm here to tell you that music lifts you off of the floor ----- It's time to spread a little noise & cheer It doesn't matter what time of year Turn it up and watch your worries start to disappear ...now listen here ch: It's alright to light up the night Gonna have a good time It's OK to play all day No, I don't mind v2: Before you know it, it's half past 10 And at this point, there's no why or when You've got a night full of good times, no need to pretend ----- You check your watch, it's a quarter to 3 The lights are out, but you're still able to see You got a tiger by the tail, you've got to set that thing free ...now listen to me ch: It's alright to light up the night Gonna have a good time It's OK to play all day No, I don't mind - a whole bunch of guitar solos - ch: It's alright to light up the night Gonna have a good time It's OK to play all day No, I don't mind ch: It's alright to light up the night Gonna have a good time It's OK to play all day No, I don't mind
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v1: We're all clutching at straws, we're all walking the high wire Will we follow the laws of a broken down empire Try remembering what was as we sing 'round the campfire ch: What would it take to feel a little better than alright You focus on the simple things, the ones you try to hide You find it hard to deal, when you know you're not enough But you find you're lucky to be lost in the neighborhood of love The neighborhood of love v2: Once in all the blue moons we can look back in hindsight Did you give up too soon? Did you shut out your inside? We should dance in the ruins, we could trade the day for the night ch: What would it take to feel a little better than alright You focus on the simple things, the ones you try to hide You find it hard to deal, when you know you're not enough But you find you're lucky to be lost in the neighborhood of love The neighborhood of love - actual harmonica solo - v1.2: We're all clutching at straws, we're all walking the high wire ch: What would it take to feel a little better than alright You focus on the simple things, the ones you try to hide You find it hard to deal, when you know you're not enough But you find you're lucky to be lost in the neighborhood of love The neighborhood of love
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We all got high hopes We all wanna make it To the top of the world
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v1: I got a suspicion It ain't no superstition that love will carry the day You say hold on It's not wrong to believe it, don't let fears get in the way ch: It's a fine, fine line between hope & faith And it's time, time, time for you to make a change Throw down those chains v2: No need to go solo If you don't know what you're doing, find someone who's got your back Don't rest in the ruins It's not weakness, it's communion, a reminder of what we could have ch: It's a fine, fine line between faith & hope And it's time, time, time for you to make it known You chose the wings, not the rope - imaginary harmonica solo - v3: Do you really believe it? Shall we call it even? Shall we stare into the eye of the sun? What if we don't follow? The rules become hollow, we won't hear the starting gun ch: It's a fine, fine line between me & you And it's time, time, time for you to speak some truth The only way out is through
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v1: It's OK, it's alright No need for a breakdown ...unless you feel the need ----- Soon the time will be right We're taking it downtown ...we're starting to pick up speed v2: Lock it up, toss the key You know you won't use it ...at least not in this life ----- Fire it up, blow it down We'll fight our way through it ...Work 'til it feels right ch: Hey, whatcha say We're calling' the shots now There's no need to worry Take it or leave it behind We're all we've got now We're the judge & the jury v3: Sun comes up, waters part The world keeps on turnin' ...Just like the day before ----- Be the light in the dark Don't ever stop burnin' ...we all need to be restored ch: Hey, whatcha say We're calling' the shots now There's no need to worry Take it or leave it behind We're all we've got now We're the judge & the jury - bunch o' guitars - ch: Hey, whatcha say We're calling' the shots now There's no need to worry Take it or leave it behind We're all we've got now We're the judge & the jury
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v1: Are you ready to be fantastic? Are you ready to rule the world? Perhaps you'll be majestic Once the flag is unfurled You'll surely take all comers Step into the ring Like a squad of B-1 bombers Listen to me sing v2: When the chips are on the table You've got to risk it all Don't tell me you're not able There's no way you will fall ch: We must go beyond // beyond the beyond We must go beyond // beyond the beyond v3: You've got a long road before you. There's no end in sight You've got millions who adore you You'll win it all tonight You're suited up for battle Phasers set to stun They're looking for a hero And you're the only one ch: We must go beyond // beyond the beyond We must go beyond // beyond the beyond br: Are you the only star in the universe tonight? Are you in love with your car? Are you ready to take flight? Are you ready to take flight? ch: We must go beyond // beyond the beyond We must go beyond // beyond the beyond v1: Are you ready to be fantastic? Are you ready to rule the world? Perhaps you'll be majestic Once the flag is unfurled You'll surely take all comers Step into the ring Like a squad of B-1 bombers Listen to me sing
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v1: Saturday night, you're out on the town Don't wanna let your baby down Let her know you ain't messin' around You're gonna blast that New York City sound v2: Your baby's hot, she deserves the best Only music that will stand the test (of time) Soft rock, let's lay it to rest Play heavy metal, I mean, more or less ch: Play it loud, play it proud, stay in control If they play music that ain't got no soul You gotta stop, drop, rock & roll Stop, drop, rock & roll v3: Sunday morning, still feeling strong The weekend's coming, it won't be long 5 full days of poetry & song A Marshall cabinet can never be wrong ch: Play it loud, play it proud, stay in control If they play music that ain't got no soul You gotta stop, drop, rock & roll Stop, drop, rock & roll Ace Frehley, lead guitar ch: Stop, drop, rock & roll Stop, drop, rock & roll Stop, drop, rock & roll Stop, drop, rock & roll
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v1: The cat on the couch won't know your name Pink for black, it's a mighty fair trade All the gifts you got, you won't give 'em away v2: The weight on your heart won't let you go Broken from the start on a twisted road Throwing all you got into the great unknown ch: And you step outside your mind The air goes completely still You count a million stars, just like you're walking in Weaverville You could live your life with joy, but you've had your fill v3: The wind at your back is all you need Sometimes the song inside your head is your decree You make your stand on the in between ch: And you step outside your mind The air goes completely still You count a million stars, just like you're walking in Weaverville You could live your life with joy, but you've had your fill ch: And you step outside your mind The air goes completely still You count a million stars, like you're walking in Weaverville
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I just can't think of any songs about robots And walks in the valley of the land that time forgot 'Cause it's so hard to be stuck in the middle When you don't play the fiddle and you can't sing in tune It was so cold when the fire started burning The light shines brighter and the wheels start turning I was lost, but I found a sweet navigator Said I'll see you later when I find the right road No matter how I try, I can't find my way home This is not a song, this is a list, you'd best believe Are you ready to receive? While I know I'm wrong, I've run amiss you soon will see This is between you & me You've got no use for anything other than small talk While I'll gladly lend a hand, I prefer Frampton's talk box What's the use of sending messages in bottles Don't hunt for super-models 'less you're willing to grow old In time I'll probably ask you for forgiveness sevenfold This is not a song, this is a list, you'd best believe Are you ready to receive? While I know I'm wrong, I've run amiss you soon will see This is between you & me I just wrote a bad-ass song about robots
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v1: When you gonna wake up? Start checking things off your list 'Cause you can't make up Can't make up all the things you might have missed pre: When it's all been said and done You're the only one who can live your life ch: What's it all for Another adventure, another cup of coffee, another war What's it all for Keep looking straight ahead, you'll do more if you don't keep score What's it all for Another love, another loss, would you ask for more v2: You talk about the passion All the talk in the world won't make it work If you're ready for action You don't have to wait 'til someone says that it's your turn pre: When it's all been said and done You're the only one who can live your life ch: What's it all for Another adventure, another cup of coffee, another war What's it all for Keep looking straight ahead, you'll do more if you don't keep score What's it all for Another love, another loss, could you ask for more ch: What's it all for You make the world a better place than it was the day before What's it all for Don't turn your back on love, keep an open door What's it all for Sometimes the bull, sometimes the cape, sometimes the matador
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Butterflies & beatdowns Might get you where you want to be Long drives through small towns You don't need to see to be seen I just want to be here next week Tambourines & tailgates Will shake up your day to day Ripped jeans when the night gets late And you've run out of things to say You're just trying to fill the page Orchestrations & open tunings Could make for a really nice sound Explorations inside the ruins Could unearth some untainted ground I'm just trying to stick around
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2 strong chords & 1 good lie What's it all for I wonder if we even try Headed into darkness With the wind at my back I broke another promise You could call it a drag Call it a drag 2 strong chords & 1 good lie What's it all for I wonder if we even try You got the pieces of the puzzle You can't make 'em fit The riches of el Dorado But you set them adrift Set them adrift 2 strong chords & 1 good lie What's it all for I wonder if we even try Just sitting here in silence While the world goes to sleep Try adding to your timeline Minus the repeats Minus the repeats Minus the repeats
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v1: You lost the world, but you gained your soul Some kinda magic, you never know You got the girl, but you lost all control You hold the cards, you got nothin' to show ch: You gotta sing sing sing After you cry Though you may not believe Things will get better in time v2: Knocked bout like lightning, you lost your way You found another, then you lost your faith You come up fighting, at the end of the day You hold the cards, that ain't no fair trade ch: You gotta sing sing sing After you cry Though you may not believe Things will get better in time br: What's all this talk about "live & let live" Up against the wall, you know something's gotta give ch: You gotta sing sing sing After you cry Though you may not believe Things will get better in time Though you may not believe Things will get better in time

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