1. |
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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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2. |
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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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3. |
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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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4. |
What Once Was (3/8/19)
03:04
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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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5. |
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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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6. |
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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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7. |
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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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8. |
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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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9. |
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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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10. |
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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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11. |
High Hopes (9/30/19)
02:18
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We all got high hopes
We all wanna make it
To the top of the world
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12. |
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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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13. |
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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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14. |
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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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15. |
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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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16. |
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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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17. |
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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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18. |
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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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19. |
Next Week (9/1/19)
01:46
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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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20. |
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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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21. |
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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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