GALLERY II ~Autumn Portraits~
let this thing we found only belong to us don't climb out of bed hide under the cotton sheets
(chorus) someday, we'll find our secret garden lay me down under the sunshine you and your words that are foreign will lead us to Babylon (end chorus)
(verse 2) all the gold and treasures for our eyes we'll never be poor, we'll always be rich the drums of our heart beat flare with out youthful heat
we don't have to understand we just have to go with it this garden in the sky is our own land the first thing that is ours (chorus) someday, we'll find our secret garden lay me down under the sunshine you and your words that are foreign will lead us to Babylon (end chorus)
(chorus) someday, we'll find our secret garden lay me down under the sunshine you and your words that are foreign will lead us to Babylon you and your words that are foreign will lead us to Babylon you and I are legendary our clothes are gold and silvery you and your words that are foreign will lead us to Babylon someday, we'll find our secret garden lay me down under the sunshine you and your words that are foreign will lead us to Babylon Babylon (end chorus)
Dance Like We're Embracing (verse 1) you and I haven't yet taken our last chance hand in hand we can firmly grasp because our love as a couple can outlast
ah, even after all the years that have passed nothing's changed, not even the way we dress
(chorus) dance like we're embracing never let go of me it's you all these days, forever, and for always (end chorus)
dance like we're embracing never let go of me it's you all these days, forever, and for always
To the Ending (verse 1)
1. Launch Platform
2. STAY TUNED
3. Deeper
4. PARADISE
5. Ghosts
6. Red Orpheus
7. Damn Wham Girl
8. Slow Motion
9. Second Love
10. TATTOO
11. Marionette
12. Hold the Sleepless Night
13. You're Not Here
14. Let the Rain Fall
1. Stay By Me
2. Late Nights
3. Butt
4. Get Some Air
5. Champagne Problems
6. Gloomy Clock
7. Vampire
8. Greater Things
9. Roaring 20s
10. Mystery
11. Night Train
12. Plastic Love
13. September
14. Single Again
1. Love Is Cool
2. True Blue Collar Crime
3. One Night Stand
4. Hometown Talk
5. Close Your Eyes
6. Fall In Love
7. Graduation Photograph
8. Vapor Trail
9. On the Street of My Hometown
10. The Wind Across the Pier
11. I Want to Go Back to That Day
12. Night Walker
13. NO SIDE
14. Robots on Monday
1. Sapphire of September's Evening Sky
2. The Next Scene
3. Now Is On
4. Remember November
5. November's April Fool
6. Rondo
7. Strawberry Moon
8. Glass Apple
9. The Wind is Autumn Colored
10. Windless
11. AVALON
12. Apple of Universal Gravity
13. BABYLON
14. Dance Like We're Embracing
1. Vampire Knight
2. Halloween Night
3. VILLAINS
4. Pretty Liar
5. Undead Dance Rock
6. Trinity Field
7. storia
8. Oblivious
9. Red Moon
10. To the Ending
11. Still Doll
12. Prohibition of Telepathy
13. Once Again
14. MY-STER-IOUSLY
1. CITY N...ever Sleeps
2. Blue Velvet
3. Loved People
4. Cosmos
5. Red Sensation
6. Rock'n'Roll Widow
7. The Other Side of Goodbye
8. How Many Blue Skies Have There Been?
9. I’ll Be Waiting at That Place
10. Crosswalk
11. Last of Tight Hugs
12. Barrette
13. Midnight Driver
14. C
1. Olympos
2. Gladly
3. Momentary Sixth Sense
4. Courageously
5. Beat
6. BANDAGE
7. Care
8. Bonds
9. Compass
Launch Platform
(verse 1)
I'm giving it all that I've got
the passion burned a hole
where my heart used to be
I gave you all of my best years
they weren't even that good
and would sell for only three pennies
I desire to talk to someone new
who doesn't know me
and would find me interesting
in a perfect world
I would be perfect
magazines would want to know all about me
(chorus)
stand back really far I'm about to launch
maybe I'll go to outer space or further more
I've done all the damage that I can do here
the only thing left to do is find somewhere to disappear
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I'm giving everything I didn't before
they look at me weird
like they've not seen desperation before
everyone plays by different rules
I play by myself because I can't find their key
I realized something
destruction is beautiful
if I do it to myself
then no one gets hurt
come in without knocking
and see only what you want to see
if you were me
then you'd know what I want to be
(chorus)
this time I'm going to explode for real
leave the bits and pieces of me on the floor
would anyone even care if I was gone?
nothing more than a blur in a once perfect memory
(end chorus)
(chorus)
they all sit back and talk
like it's easy to just up and walk
one victory means they know it all
I haven't had my big break yet
it'll be glorious and life will reset
it's useless to just sit and watch
it's easier to wish
but it doesn't matter
none of it will come true anyway
I'll sit in my bedroom like reality
and watch whoever is on TV
I've come to realize it doesn't matter, oh yeah
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
I'm giving it all that I've got
the passion burned a hole
where my heart used to be
I gave you all of my best years
they weren't even that good
and would sell for only three pennies
I desire to talk to someone new
who doesn't know me
and would find me interesting
in a perfect world
I would be perfect
magazines would want to know all about me
(chorus)
stand back really far I'm about to launch
maybe I'll go to outer space or further more
I've done all the damage that I can do here
the only thing left to do is find somewhere to disappear
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I'm giving everything I didn't before
they look at me weird
like they've not seen desperation before
everyone plays by different rules
I play by myself because I can't find their key
I realized something
destruction is beautiful
if I do it to myself
then no one gets hurt
come in without knocking
and see only what you want to see
if you were me
then you'd know what I want to be
(chorus)
this time I'm going to explode for real
leave the bits and pieces of me on the floor
would anyone even care if I was gone?
nothing more than a blur in a once perfect memory
(end chorus)
(chorus)
they all sit back and talk
like it's easy to just up and walk
one victory means they know it all
I haven't had my big break yet
it'll be glorious and life will reset
it's useless to just sit and watch
it's easier to wish
but it doesn't matter
none of it will come true anyway
I'll sit in my bedroom like reality
and watch whoever is on TV
I've come to realize it doesn't matter, oh yeah
(end chorus)
STAY TUNED
(chorus)
stay tuned in Tokyo on Friday night
yeah, oh oh
oh good times are to be had like the dead's rising soon, yeah
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
no, we're not going out on this kind of night
I'm sitting in my room with a good girl
I guess I'm just an idiot
when it comes to fun
I'm always searching for a piece for a long time
before long this angel will become a bad girl
who will kick me out of this house when the morning comes
around we go before we say good night
the mood is thick, but it's still a pretty good night
my head hurts, my heavy heart says good night
with a look and a sigh she says good night
(chorus)
when these streets begin to turn dark
yeah, oh oh
S-A-D, a strong blow's coming, yeah yeah
come on
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
somebody to love
is that so much to ask for at night?
I swear I fell in love with a good girl
making me sweat but I can't help but want a little more
sexy like a house with an open concept
peace like a hippie in the city
cool like a sundae on a Monday
she swings those hips and I bite my lips
around we go before we say good night
the mood is thick but it's still a pretty good night
my head hurts, my heavy heart says good night
with a look and a sigh she says good night
(chorus)
stay tuned in Tokyo on Friday night
yeah, oh oh
oh good times are to be had like the dead's rising soon, yeah
23's now the haunted time
yeah
S-A-T, scram, they're coming
(end chorus)
(bridge)
around we go before we say good night
the mood is thick but it's still a pretty good night
my head hurts, my heavy heart says good night
with a look and a sigh she says good night
Deeper
(verse 1)
it's been another 12 hour shift
but we'll be okay
(chorus)
get deeper, get deeper, get deeper
from front and back and side to side
when are we going to stop working ourselves to death?
get deeper, get deeper, get deeper
I love the trick stuff of life
that make you fall into a trap
get deeper, get deeper, get deeper
everybody wants to act like they're made of stone
surrounded by emeralds on a throne
get deeper, get deeper, get deeper
not if I can help at all
I will not let anyone take me over
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
(hey, what are you doing here?
are you on a quest for riches?
we don't get along
but that's not the point
stop being so stubborn
I guess you're right
you're damn right
let's find that secret key
so we can get inside your heart
let's go)
(chorus)
get deeper, get deeper, get deeper
from front and back and side to side
when are we going to stop working ourselves to death?
get deeper, get deeper, get deeper
I love the trick stuff of life
that make you fall into a trap
get deeper, get deeper, get deeper
everybody wants to act like they're made of stone
surrounded by emeralds on a throne
get deeper, get deeper, get deeper
not if I can help at all
I will not let anyone take me over
(end chorus)
PARADISE
(verse 1)
feelin' good, no matter when no matter how
we gonna find the paradise
you're so fine
so sweet that I get sick
now I wanna be a man
walking down these side streets alone
just another day sighing at the sky
now I check the time on my wrist
but for what reason I wonder myself
reaching out for a hand to grab
and you answered the call wiping my tears with a dab
what are we thinking?
we found a hopeless love but we're falling
into something bad that will end with a broken bottle of Bacardi
still we chase the chance like run-run-running and hide-hide-hiding
from problems that are good at seeking
love isn't a cure, it's a curse
you're intriguing, but let's end this before it gets worse
now that I've come to know you
I can't help but stupidly give up love
all the adults and all the children know
the lovely lovely power gets us feeling
(chorus)
feelin' good, no matter when no matter how
this is a flower-filled paradise
it's so fine
it makes me wanna shake it
me? I wanna be happy
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
all these people pass us by
not caring that we're homeless and alone
only I can count on you
but we don't trust many people not even myself
so what if we had another fight about who is right?
you bolted when my shoe needed a tie
you're the baddest chick on the block
and right here is the baddest boy
so sorry, that I can't play by your rules
because I keep hitting the road
I'm just broken and there's no fixin'
why do you try when I don't even have an abode?
now that I know what I know
I can't help but want to say the peace
all the citizens of the country know
the lovely lovely power can quickly fade
(chorus)
feelin' good, no matter when no matter how
this is a flower-filled paradise
it's so fine
it makes me wanna shake it
me? I wanna be happy
feelin' good, no matter when no matter how
we gonna find the paradise
you're so fine
so sweet that I get sick
now I wanna be a man
(end chorus)
(bridge)
break time! ah yeah!
p to the u to the m to the p pump
b to the u to the m to the p bump
pump bump we out!
pump pump pump pump it up, yo
now that I've come to know you
I can't help but stupidly fall in love
all the adults and all the children know
the lovely lovely power gets us feeling
(chorus)
feelin' good, no matter when no matter how
this is a flower-filled paradise
it's so fine
it makes me wanna shake it
me? I wanna be happy
feelin' good, no matter when no matter how
we gonna find the paradise
you're so fine
so sweet that I get sick
now I wanna be a man
feelin' good, now matter when, baby
we gonna find the paradise
(end chorus)
Ghosts
(verse 1)
I ain't gon let it get to me
I'm just gonna creep
down on darkened hill
I gotta find my lost peace
I know that it's here
I can sense it from my head to my feet
the great power within allows me to feel
I can't see a thing, but it's around somewhere
I'm gonna hold my head high
cuz I have no fear
this probably seems crazy crazy like a graveyard theory
a ghost tried to approach me and got leery
asked him a question and he vanished in a second
I'm walking through valleys
crying help me in the alley
didn't seem happy, but my demons sure tried to get me
had to back 'em up with a fist metal crack 'em
I'm hearing someone saying
"you afraid? don't be scared"
it had to be the wind cuz nobody wasn't there
I search and I search like climbing up a wall
and then I started to fly, I went in deeper
(chorus)
let it get to me?
I'm just going to creep
down on this darkened hill
I got to find my lost peace
I know that it's here
I can sense it from my head to my feet
the great power within that allows me to feel
I can't see a thing, but it's around somewhere
I'm gonna hold my head high
cuz I have no fear
this probably seems crazy crazy like a graveyard theory
a ghost tried to approach me and got leery
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I ain't gon let it get to me
I'm just gonna creep
down on darkened hill
I gotta find my lost peace
I know that it's here
I can sense it from my head to my feet
the great power within allows me to feel
I can't see a thing, but it's around somewhere
I'm gonna hold my head high
cuz I have no fear
this probably seems crazy crazy like a graveyard theory
a ghost tried to approach me and got leery
asked him a question and he vanished in a second
I'm walking through valleys
crying help me in the alley
didn't seem happy, but my demons sure tried to get me
had to back 'em up with a fist metal crack 'em
I'm hearing someone saying
"you afraid? don't be scared"
it had to be the wind cuz nobody wasn't there
I search and I search like climbing up a wall
and then I started to fly, I went in deeper
(chorus)
let it get to me?
I'm just going to creep
down on this darkened hill
I got to find my lost peace
I know that it's here
I can sense it from my head to my feet
the great power within that allows me to feel
I can't see a thing, but it's around somewhere
I'm gonna hold my head high
cuz I have no fear
this probably seems crazy crazy like a graveyard theory
a ghost tried to approach me and got leery
(end chorus)
Red Orpheus
(verse 1)
climb my golden tower
and make a plea to me
maybe it's like your face
is carved by a Greek sculpture
or maybe you want to lead me to rapture
if you want to be
a part of my art gallery
listen to my song that may lead you to your death
or give you your best life
(chorus)
my talent and my passion
gives you life and gives you love
my fury makes all the men scurry
but my face launches a thousand ships
my love and my hate
are kept closed behind a red gate
my body and my soul
can be devoured and are all for you
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
a prize that can be won
by only a select few
I want a strong warrior
who will break my curfew
time and time again
they've all tried to win
but it's a heavy loss
that may cost them life
what a cost
(chorus)
my talent and my passion
gives you life and gives you love
my fury makes all the men scurry
but my face launches a thousand ships
(end chorus)
(chorus)
my talent and my passion
gives you life and gives you love
my fury makes all the men scurry
but my face launches a thousand ships
my love and my hate
are kept closed behind a red gate
my body and my soul
can be devoured and are all for you
my love is just for you
(end chorus)
Damn Wham Girl
(verse 1)
the world turns around
I work and you sleep
punching in as the sun goes down
I pray to heaven above
“save me from this land”
the creators and naysayers don’t care
a new flame’s my only hope
glitter on the floor
I want to leave this party with this guy
I rolled the dice
I scored doubles
I don’t, I don’t know
I’ll win this game and forget my troubles
he fills my head with compliments
he sifted through the rubble
so damn wham, I want you and your confidence
(chorus)
you say I’m your goddess
but I just feel a mess
why is it so?
damn wham girl
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
all I want in a man
smacks me on the can
takes it, shakes it, and loves it
I play a little coy
a storm of love and a marine boy
I don’t, I don’t know
he sees to be into me and not after my money
I want to taste his honey
so damn wham, I want you and I need plenty
(chorus)
you say I’m your goddess
but I just feel a mess
why is it so?
damn wham girl
(end chorus)
(bridge)
is this romance just a hot minute?
or a day that’s lonely?
I, I, I, I, I want to be it
(chorus)
you say I’m your goddess
but I just feel a mess
why is it so?
damn wham girl
you say I’m your goddess
a flavor of the month, no less
why is it so?
damn wham girl
(why is it so?
damn wham girl
you say I’m your goddess
but I just feel a mess
why is it so?
damn wham girl)
you say I’m your goddess
a flavor of the month, no less
why is it so?
damn wham girl
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
the world turns around
I work and you sleep
punching in as the sun goes down
I pray to heaven above
“save me from this land”
the creators and naysayers don’t care
glitter on the floor
I want to leave this party with this guy
I rolled the dice
I scored doubles
I don’t, I don’t know
he fills my head with compliments
he sifted through the rubble
so damn wham, I want you and your confidence
you say I’m your goddess
but I just feel a mess
why is it so?
damn wham girl
(end chorus)
all I want in a man
smacks me on the can
takes it, shakes it, and loves it
I play a little coy
a storm of love and a marine boy
I don’t, I don’t know
I want to taste his honey
so damn wham, I want you and I need plenty
you say I’m your goddess
but I just feel a mess
why is it so?
damn wham girl
(end chorus)
is this romance just a hot minute?
or a day that’s lonely?
I, I, I, I, I want to be it
you say I’m your goddess
but I just feel a mess
why is it so?
damn wham girl
you say I’m your goddess
a flavor of the month, no less
why is it so?
damn wham girl
(why is it so?
damn wham girl
you say I’m your goddess
but I just feel a mess
why is it so?
damn wham girl)
you say I’m your goddess
a flavor of the month, no less
why is it so?
damn wham girl
(end chorus)
Slow Motion
(verse 1)
smooth like a criminal
he gambles like a poker player
taking a step to come play with me
dancing in the rain
under a streetlight in the autumn
not caught up in any danger
sweeping me off my feet like you do
taking responsibility in a flash hurry
(chorus)
an encounter in slow motion
meeting and then falling
so fast, so quickly
an encounter in slow motion
leaving me alone
again at once
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
he can read all my predictable tell-tell signs
not putting up a front at all
my vulnerable heart craves that shape
that only love can provide
that summer love from so long ago
can't hold a candle to how you handle me
(chorus)
an encounter in slow motion
my body and soul
are your proud goal
rencounter our love motion
those words that were pretty
a trap, it was
(end chorus)
(chorus)
an encounter in slow motion
meeting and then falling
so fast, so quickly
an encounter in slow motion
leaving me alone
again at once
(end chorus)
(verse 3)
smooth like a criminal
he gambles like a poker player
taking a step to come play with me
Second Love
(verse 1)
it seems love was never meant to be
a little closer to me
that message that I can't see
your brilliant figure
blinds me in the dark
a scene that's too familiar
who knew after the first time
there wouldn't be a second
that feeling of sublime
evades me
(chorus)
way back in the dark
farther away from
a time where I was truly happy
and smiling
as I go I speed through life
letting no one share in my plight
still I fight
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
a mystery I cannot solve
notice me before I dissolve
a sweet tempting trap
you have around me
you did it so beautifully
led me on for years
just to see what color are tears
holding on in the midnight
not knowing what is right
before long we
will be so silly
(chorus)
way back in the dark
running out of time
the clock as it ticks
reminds me that I'm am sick
taking a walk on the bride side
goodbye to my comfort zone, it died
(end chorus)
(chorus)
way back in the dark
farther away from
a time where I was truly happy
and smiling
as I go I speed through life
letting no one share in my plight
still I fight
(end chorus)
TATTOO
(verse 1)
take a bite with all your might
I'll hop in your black vehicle
and cruise along with you by the shore
so smooth and strategical
you know my heart is on fire
but my body is what you admire, get up
a chance to get away
a hot, steamy revolution
batter up, hit a homerun
be the freedom that I crave
this is a chance for us to be young and misbehave like felons on the run, get up
you, who has flirted with freedom
taint my innocence burning red until I feel numb
like that snafu tattoo that's brand new on your forearm
at night I pray to feel some kind of emotion
God sent me you like a prize from a radio station
what have I been missing while I was asleep at night? wake up
I want something electrifying
shock me, shock me like a volt
hit me hard
since you're so mystifying
explain it to me
(chorus)
show me your real love
all for my vanity
light this girl up
and send her on the ride of her life
show me your real love
take it to the third degree
give her a night
she will regret yet it's foreign to you
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
the city is sweetly drunk
like it's a twisted paradise
before we get sunk
I want to do something
a little happy
splash water on my face
freshen my makeup, wake up
our generation goes straight to bed
at this time of night
we stay up because we're being bad
and it's alright
(chorus)
show me your real love
before my youth depletes
I found a complete bad boy
with red rose thorns on his arm
show me your real love
you may be just a player
but I want a love to savor and renew
that's foreign to you
show me your real love
all for my vanity
light this girl up
and send her on the ride of her life
show me your real love
take it to the third degree
that pretty tattoo
is a rose and it's brand new
(end chorus)
Marionette
(chorus)
it's not depression
I don't cry
it's not depression
I cry no matter how hard I try
it's not depression
I don't cut myself, no
it's not suppression
they let me be myself
it's not suppression
I'm naturally timid
it's not suppression
I have nothing to hide
even if I died
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
shh, they prefer me to be a marionette
see? aren't I so perfect?
shh, they'll trap me with a net
if they see me like this
there's no need for alarm
as long as I don't self harm
when people look at me
do they not see the sadness behind these eyes?
(chorus)
it's not depression
I don't cry
it's not depression
I cry no matter how hard I try
it's not depression
I don't cut myself, no
it's not suppression
they let me be myself
it's not suppression
I'm naturally timid
it's not suppression
I have nothing to hide
even if I died
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
shh, these days I'm just so nervous
but you'll swear everything is alright
shh, the older I get, the more I become envious
actually, my soul is dark as night
I'm not a doll
I'm a marionette
watch me fall
sit in the audience and watch me fret
(chorus)
it's not depression
I don't cry
it's not depression
I cry no matter how hard I try
it's not depression
I don't cut myself, no
it's not suppression
they let me be myself
it's not suppression
I'm naturally timid
it's not suppression
I have nothing to hide
even if I died
(end chorus)
(bridge)
I strive for perfection
but it doesn't reach me
with all this imperfection
I can never find satisfaction
(chorus)
it's not depression
I don't cry
it's not depression
I cry no matter how hard I try
it's not depression
I don't cut myself, no
it's not suppression
they let me be myself
it's not suppression
I'm naturally timid
it's not suppression
I have nothing to hide
even if I died
(end chorus)
Hold the Sleepless Night
(verse 1)
where do our minds go
when we fall asleep?
is it an instance of deja vu, you think?
or is it something more cheap?
again today just like everyday
the city is alive like a light
it's like this every night
like its holding its breath
it's hard to put into words, is it not?
but I'll try to grab it by the tail
(chorus)
hold the sleepless night so it won't get away
it's mysterious to think that way
magic exists I've seen it in my dreams
it's so full it bursts at the seams
I see it clearly, in my dream mystery
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
when it's hard to sleep
I hope my imagination will keep
the wonder in my heart alive
out there on the street
while I'm driving home
as long as it's night I feel complete
but as soon as my head hits the pillow
that feeling of mellow is what I get into
(chorus)
hold the sleepless night so it won't get away
it's mysterious to think that way
magic exists I've seen it in my dreams
it's so full it bursts at the seams
I see it clearly, in my dream mystery
(end chorus)
(chorus)
hold the sleepless night so it won't get away
it's mysterious to think that way
magic exists I've seen it in my dreams
it's so full it bursts at the seams
I see it clearly, in my dream mystery
(end chorus)
(chorus)
hold the sleepless night so it won't get away
it's mysterious to think that way
magic exists I've seen it in my dreams
it's so full it bursts at the seams
I see it clearly, in my dream mystery
(end chorus)
You're Not Here
(chorus)
you're not here anymore
my heart is in the crystal clear
now I, won't shed a tear
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
"hold onto the people you hold dear"
they used to tell me
now that I know when to let go, I will fall in love
with someone that will treat me right
and with this new sight
you can go on about your lonely way
saying goodbye is never as easy as just speaking words
but just to spite you with some spice baby, I'll make it hard
(chorus)
you're not here anymore
I've never been so careless and happy
now I, can be free
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
you keep trying to contact me and I fully ignore
no, you had your chance and you let it go out the door
happiness all depends on me
I've learned that over the years
now I won't get hurt anymore
and when the weekend comes
I'll go on a date with a guy who won't be late
and he'll actually like me
(chorus)
you're not here anymore
my heart is in the crystal clear
now I, won't shed a tear
hey baby, come on
don't be like that and put up a fight
it's a waste and unsexy
so I tell you finally, goodbye
(end chorus)
(chorus)
you're not here anymore
my heart is in the crystal clear
now I, won't shed a tear
hey baby, come on
don't be like that and put up a fight
it's a waste and unsexy
so I tell you finally, goodbye
(end chorus)
Let the Rain Fall
(verse 1)
it's really coming down out there
I watch from my window
March thundered in like a lion
hurry, my weather aficionado
get out of the downpour
warm up with me, however
nothing is the same as it was before
you're feeling differently, aren't you?
the timing is all wrong
we got to end it here
before the sky becomes clear
(chorus)
let the rain fall like these emotions on the floor
we don't want it to be like it was before
let the rain fall and wash away these sins
we really want to feel clean once more
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
a quick rinse of the soul
is good for me
it's hard to believe
I said I love you
is it rain or is it tears?
streaming down my cheeks
time stopped the rain briefly
if I had a soulmate
I would want it to be you
because we know when to cut it off
everything will be all good
(chorus)
let the rain fall and nourish all these woes
so they will grow into pretty flowers
let the rain fall and then we will know
our memories make doubts seem stronger
(end chorus)
(bridge)
let the rain fall like these emotions on the floor
we don't want it to be like it was before
(chorus)
let the rain fall and wash away these sins
we really want to feel clean once more
let the rain fall and nourish all these woes
so they will grow into pretty flowers
let the rain fall and then we will know
our memories make doubts seem stronger
(end chorus)
Stay By Me
(verse 1)
I said if I ever lost another man again
I would take the next one seriously
and yet here we are once again
I thought I did everything right
passion and pleasure, holding onto him so tenderly
but then the next day
I get ghosted
where did I lose my way?
(chorus)
I love you, stay by me
nothing matters no more
it doesn't matter if you reveal your heart or not
so please, baby, stay by me
by my side right here
but by the night
he's nowhere in sight
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
here I am with another date tonight
the street light gives my dress a hypnotic glow
it doesn't matter anyhow
the makeup I did
won't be enough to keep him on my grid
tell me, is it so?
I'm un-loveable
I do not know
(chorus)
I love you, stay by me
this sinking feeling
won't be able to wash away
and even so, stay by me
so I won't be lonely
for all time, where is that sublime?
(end chorus)
(chorus)
I love you, stay by me
who cares anymore?
love is legendary myth
you can't do it, stay by me
I would stay by you
no more being blue
it isn't true
I love you, stay by me
this sinking feeling
won't be able to wash away
and even so, stay by me
so I won't be lonely
for all time, where is that sublime?
(end chorus)
Late Nights
(chorus)
staying up on late nights
pure burning desire is our willpower
this alive dirty city, you and me will scour
staying up on late nights
let the golden champagne be our shower
kiss me deeper and watch me get sexier by the hour
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
sit still, I'm going in for the kill
not using an umbrella on a rainy night for a thrill
get my black weather jacket wet
I'll just buy another, nah, it's no sweat
this sleepy diner can't hold me any longer
while everybody's asleep, we can satisfy our hunger
the night is young but we are younger
cross the street without any underwear
this night can take two young lovers anywhere
slick back that greased up hair
baby, I don't care
I want you to take me there, oh oh oh
a ticket for two on a night flight ride
baby, I won't hide
so get in and let me watch you slide
let me ride, let me ride, let me ride, yeah yeah
(chorus)
staying up on late nights
pure burning desire is our willpower
this alive dirty city, you and me will scour
staying up on late nights
let the golden champagne be our shower
kiss me deeper and watch me get sexier by the hour
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I don't understand all the hype
tap it if I'm your type
tired of being patient
I don't want you to be lenient
take it back to your apartment with the trendy wooden floors
tear my vintage 70s t-shirt off
so I'll have to borrow yours tomorrow, I want more
I want your dreams and nightmares
I want all your nights
even if it consists of a thousand frights
crack the window and let Manhattan's cold air in
light the cigarette, light the cigarette
take a puff or two
then let me do to you
what I want, let it linger like a haunt, yeah
(chorus)
staying up on late nights
pure burning desire is our willpower
this alive dirty city, you and me will scour
staying up on late nights
let the golden champagne be our shower
kiss me deeper and watch me get sexier by the hour
(end chorus)
(bridge)
watching you stand in the streetlight's shadows
that naked silhouette, that fine silhouette
come back to the bed, these lined sheets get cold
and let me ride, let me ride, let me ride
can't get enough
I'm not going to try to act tough
when you go in rough
it leads to lots of excitement
can't do without you like it's a detriment
move this there, get your hot breath here, experiment
run my foot up your leg under the table
finish your old fashioned, leave the jazz club, if you're able
hey, my guy
you don't need to know why
I just want to lay on your chest, oh yeah
it'll be the best, forget about the rest
you won't know what to do
like a black marker, I'll cover up the blue
(chorus)
staying up on late nights
pure burning desire is our willpower
this alive dirty city, you and me will scour
staying up on late nights
let the golden champagne be our shower
kiss me deeper and watch me get sexier by the hour
(end chorus)
Butt
(chorus)
you like it when I lick it
spank it while I hit it
here's my smut:
I like your butt more
I like your chest but
what I watch when you strut
I like your butt more
your butt more, hey
your butt more, yay
your butt more, hey
oh, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
a plaid skirt with no panties on
come here, let me look upon your pie that's sweet like pecan
change into something skimpy
give a turn and let this thirsty boy see
you got me coming out of my pajamas
we'll make the bedroom sound like a melodrama
scream out when I go deep
you make a man not need to sleep
bite down on this so you don't make a peep
red cherry so nice make a grown man weep
(chorus)
you like it when I lick it
spank it while I hit it
here's my smut:
I like your butt more
I like your chest but
what I watch when you strut
I like your butt more
your butt more, hey
your butt more, yay
your butt more, hey
oh, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
turn the lights down low make it like a movie
flip you around on top and look at me
no black and white, you'll see in full color
you about to make me quit being a bachelor
those jeans fit just right on my favorite spot
volcano in this vintage apartment, it's a hot spot
I'll shout it out to the world
after you stop gripping the sheets and your toes uncurl
she puts the woah in woman
and this man that needs to go to church is her number one fan
(let's get you off the street
and soil these sheets, soil these sheets, soil these sheets
by the way, I hope it's okay
if you make my ends meet, my ends meet, my ends meet
oh whoo, oh whoo, oh whoo
ah ah ah ah ah)
good Lord you got me seeing heaven
it's two plump slices of the best syrup and peaches
if you want, we can leave this party
and get back to your house
I swear I'll propose and make you my spouse
we'll be okay
because we found out we're soulmates
and the love we make
gets me mad over your cake
a special, made-from-scratch recipe
that I know is all for me
(chorus)
you like it when I lick it
spank it while I hit it
here's my smut:
I like your butt more
I like your chest but
what I watch when you strut
I like your butt more
your butt more, hey
your butt more, yay
your butt more, hey
oh, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
(end chorus)
Get Some Air
(chorus)
I'll step out of there and get some air
you ain't got time to spare
and I'll get out of your slick-backed hair
and find my freedom there
where I'm so lonely, lonely, lonely
and you're so lonely, lonely, lonely
I'll step out of there and get some air
because you ain't got time to spare
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
I just had to step away from it all
so tomorrow I could still stand tall
people, places, and situations wore me down
to the point that I was almost gone and not around
but time healed wounds and left scars
I'm glad it's just a reminder now, break out the cigars
a man that used to make the world go boom
now can only just be fine entering a room
it's like the whole picture could only be seen sideways
and when it finally became clear crossways
everything got worse again
until you finally got that redeeming win
but we're getting stronger, only up from here
finally found it, I'm in the clear
(chorus)
I'll step out of there and get some air
you ain't got time to spare
and I'll get out of your slick-backed hair
and find my freedom there
where I'm so lonely, lonely, lonely
and you're so lonely, lonely, lonely
I'll step out of there and get some air
because you ain't got time to spare
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
what's it like to find love after a long time?
I don't know but I imagine it's something prime
but not like the plot of a TV drama
it takes longer than a half-hour episode to undo trauma
you just get so tired and broken
and seeing life as it is isn't workin'
so you wake up one day and finally find the change
spray a little cleaner on it and wipe away the hurt
and even if these wins turn back into dirt
you know something good can come when you finally divert
you did it, but stay alert
break away and find a way, break away and find a way
to become a champion
break away and find a way, break away and find a way
some day you won't easily come undone
(chorus)
I'll step out of there and get some air
you ain't got time to spare
and I'll get out of your slick-backed hair
and find my freedom there
where I'm so lonely, lonely, lonely
and you're so lonely, lonely, lonely
I'll step out of there and get some air
because you ain't got time to spare
(end chorus)
Champagne Problems
(verse 1)
Gloria tried to ignore it
but the paranoia invaded even her dreams
even though they're guarded
insecurities don't have a ball and chain
she didn't mind the rain
but whenever Ronnie got on that train
Gloria knew he was going to a mistress
when she saw the letters, she sprouted distress
(chorus)
drowning herself in alcohol was how she found champagne problems
if Ronnie would just behave she could solve them
their nightly dinners weren't ever right
something was always off even if it was slight
were things going to be askew always?
Gloria couldn't find an answer to her champagne problems
she'd confront Ronnie, but he was a sweet talker
catching her breath at night on the balcony
remembering how mistress's perfumed smelled so sweetly
on the collar of his favorite shirt with the lines that went sideways
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
whenever they were young
wherever Ronnie would go, Gloria would follow
taking in autumn's colors so mellow
but when Ronnie saw another girl he would say hello
Gloria waved it off because Ronnie's her man
to make her happy, he'd do what he can
she told herself anyways but still she made a plan
(chorus)
drowning herself in alcohol was how she found champagne problems
if Ronnie would just behave she could solve them
their nightly dinners weren't ever right
something was always off even if it was slight
were things going to be askew always?
Gloria couldn't find an answer to her champagne problems
she'd confront Ronnie, but he was a sweet talker
catching her breath at night on the balcony
remembering how mistress's perfumed smelled so sweetly
on the collar of his favorite shirt with the lines that went sideways
(end chorus)
(bridge)
not that Gloria was going to get a gun
she didn't want to be on the run
but she was going to have her fun
she grabbed her scissors and went to town
even though she didn't leave the closet
Gloria left Ronnie a secret
when she stole his gold and riches
(chorus)
drowning herself in alcohol was how she found champagne problems
if Ronnie would just behave she could solve them
their nightly dinners weren't ever right
something was always off even if it was slight
were things going to be askew always?
Gloria couldn't find an answer to her champagne problems
she'd confront Ronnie, but he was a sweet talker
catching her breath at night on the balcony
remembering how mistress's perfumed smelled so sweetly
on the collar of his favorite shirt with the lines that went sideways
(end chorus)
Gloomy Clock
(verse 1)
silent rain, spring pain
the color green bursts to life
even though it's drowning on the surface
standing in the warm
without a coat
getting sick of being tired
a fear can only follow you so long before coming true
(chorus)
but I'm trying
trying to get along
trying to sail on calm waters
but I'm trying
not to lose everything I love
as I listen helplessly as the gloomy clock ticks
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
grandfather clock, grandmother's watch
an heirloom that I won't touch
keeping it inside a locked trinket box
that piece will remain with me forever
(chorus)
but I'm trying
trying to get along
trying to sail on calm waters
but I'm trying
not to lose everything I love
as I listen helplessly as the gloomy clock ticks
(end chorus)
(chorus)
but I'm trying
trying to get along
trying to sail on calm waters
but I'm trying
not to lose everything I love
as I listen helplessly as the gloomy clock ticks
(end chorus)
Vampire
(verse 1)
the town mistress gets out of her bed
and stands next to the billowing crimson curtains
the full moon out tonight
illuminates the town below
Constance looks at the man in her bed
looks at the ring on his finger
that she didn't place there
he can't give her what she wants
but she constantly has a need
so she slips out the door
heads to the kitchen because wine, she wants more
pours herself a glass, puts in in her hand to clasp
looks at the marble, she's got it real nice
in the house that was bought by the mayor
he didn't think twice
her electricity stays on thanks to Ronnie the banker
all these men, all these sins, they'll pay the price
(chorus)
even under this velvet moon
Constance dances on the edge of a knife
why does she have to do to have love in this pathetic life?
even if she had eternity like a vampire
she'd spend it alone with a body that burns like fire
wishing, craving, desiring
the one thing she flirts with but never has
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
gazing at the man in her satin sheets
how can he sleep so peacefully
in the same place she has been beat?
and ever so carefully
with her plum lips, she grazes his and he winces
turns over without waking from his sweet dream
feeling rejected, practically dejected
she throws her glass at the wall
pulls her hair loose, lets it down, ready for it all
the beauty becomes a nightmare
and he got up with a scare
(chorus)
even under this velvet moon
Constance dances on the edge of a knife
why does she have to do to have love in this pathetic life?
even if she had eternity like a vampire
she'd spend it alone with a body that burns like fire
wishing, craving, desiring
the one thing she flirts with but never has
(end chorus)
(bridge)
she chases him just to watch him run
hoping even though she's crazy
he'll embrace her instead of watching her burn
but he doesn't slow down
and she knows he won't tell anyone in town
she's a dirty little secret
he's a man who just wants to feel the heat it
creates because no matter how old she is
she's an ever glowing candle
and she's more than any man can handle
(chorus)
even under this velvet moon
Constance dances on the edge of a knife
why does she have to do to have love in this pathetic life?
even if she had eternity like a vampire
she'd spend it alone with a body that burns like fire
wishing, craving, desiring
the one thing she flirts with but never has
even under this velvet moon
Constance dances on the edge of a knife
why does she have to do to have love in this pathetic life?
even if she had eternity like a vampire
she'd spend it alone with a body that burns like fire
wishing, craving, desiring
the one thing she flirts with but never has
the one thing she wants but will never have
(end chorus)
Greater Things
(chorus)
and the church choir sings
you, too, can do greater things
but your comfort zone is this town with one red light
are you going to break out and shine bright?
or stay here and never go there?
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
this failed star
has come to one conclusion
life is one big illusion
a delusion of grandeur
if you aren't the big man's kid
all you're going to be is stranded
with the world stacked against you
(chorus)
and the church choir sings
you, too, can do greater things
but your comfort zone is this town with one red light
are you going to break out and shine bright?
or stay here and never go there?
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
so you either give up and go home
or stay in the stratosphere
and make your new home here
feeling as poor as you did back in Little Rock
then you get old as the hands go quick on the clock
(chorus)
and the church choir sings
you, too, can do greater things
but your comfort zone is this town with one red light
are you going to break out and shine bright?
or stay here and never go there?
(end chorus)
(chorus)
and the church choir sings
you, too, can do greater things
but your comfort zone is this town with one red light
are you going to break out and shine bright?
or stay here and never go there?
(end chorus)
Roaring 20s
(verse 1)
it's usually treated as an end of life ritual
clinging to the bit of youth that is residual
a woman's getting older
but a man he doesn't care
should have saw it coming by the number
or when that first strand of gray appeared in my dark hair
everyone looks at you like you have their sympathy
but if they knew anything about me
they'd know, I wouldn't do it over again
(chorus)
that's the thing about looking back
at your roaring twenties
when you're nearing your thirties
the stability is too nice to give up
the ability to finally smile with a small bit of wealth
and say something, anything, is finally yours
or maybe even ours
but not theirs
and that feels like the best thing ever
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
so maybe now I'm a grown up
but I still feel like a kid
being caught in the center was something
I wish I had never did
people take me serious
but I can still be curious
no rhyme or reason
I'll just do what I want to do
(chorus)
that's the thing about looking back
at your roaring twenties
when you're nearing your thirties
the stability is too nice to give up
the ability to finally smile with a small bit of wealth
and say something, anything, is finally yours
or maybe even ours
but not theirs
and that feels like the best thing ever
(end chorus)
(bridge)
so it doesn't matter what the ladies at church say
those guys looking for a virgin, I won't give them a day
it's all going to be okay
because I've finally found my wisdom
it's come, my kingdom
and it's here to stay
(chorus)
that's the thing about looking back
at your roaring twenties
when you're nearing your thirties
the stability is too nice to give up
the ability to finally smile with a small bit of wealth
and say something, anything, is finally yours
or maybe even ours
but not theirs
and that feels like the best thing ever
(end chorus)
Mystery
(verse 1)
where do you hide?
where do you hide?
I look like I'm a detective
can I get a ride?
can I get a ride?
you act like I'm defective
you curl your lips and say "it doesn't matter"
you dropped my heart and I watch it shatter
(chorus)
it's a brand new mystery
the love you gave me, the love you gave me
you said you can't give it to me
it's love's mystery, it's love's mystery
I'll go anywhere, near or far
I wonder where you are
and get in my car
you said you can't give it to me
it's love's mystery, it's love's mystery
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
why do we play these child games
when we're both adults?
why aren't you more ashamed?
you left on an impulse
you curl your lips and say "it doesn't matter"
my heart is broken because it's shattered
(chorus)
it's a brand new mystery
the love you gave me, the love you gave me
you said you can't give it to me
it's love's mystery, it's love's mystery
I'll go anywhere, near or far
I wonder where you are
and get in my car
you said you can't give it to me
it's love's mystery, it's love's mystery
(end chorus)
(bridge)
it's love's mystery, it's love's mystery
(chorus)
it's a brand new mystery
the love you gave me, the love you gave me
you said you can't give it to me
it's love's mystery, it's love's mystery
I'll go anywhere, near or far
I wonder where you are
and get in my car
you said you can't give it to me
it's love's mystery, it's love's mystery
(end chorus)
Night Train
(verse 1)
who knew it would change you as a person?
who knew you would use it as a reason?
a passing isn't ever easy
I thought I'd take it worse and never feel freely
she was so beloved
now it's empty, that side of the bed
being alone keeps you in your head
it's such a problem
everyone still loves you
even though you stayed so blue
and shattered relationships like antiques
and caused more problems and critiques
(chorus)
you dwelled in your hurt on the night train
even after multiple washes, the guilt left a permanent stain
it's been a few years, but you still can't deal with the pain
you wrote a speech, but you're speechless
you want to rest, but you're restless
life had a sweet taste, but now it's tasteless
revel in halcyon days you knew wouldn't stay
using the money in your wallet
drinking whiskey and rum if you have it
gambled and lost on that high risk bet
revel in halcyon days you knew wouldn't stay
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
how did you get to be so hollow?
everywhere you went I would follow
but the paths diverged and I went to the city
yours went left and you got lost in the woods
one for the money, two for the show
don't ever let those precious goods go
who says you ever have to be ready?
just because you let go it won't make you sleepy
the insomnia that keeps you up
pouring the second serving of coffee in your cup
the white ones with flowers we've had for years
doing nothing but watching tv
crying but pretending it was just a sneeze
I never thought you would hide your tears
(chorus)
you dwelled in your hurt on the night train
even after multiple washes, the guilt left a permanent stain
it's been a few years, but you still can't deal with the pain
you wrote a speech, but you're speechless
you want to rest, but you're restless
life had a sweet taste, but now it's tasteless
revel in halcyon days you knew wouldn't stay
using the money in your wallet
drinking whiskey and rum if you have it
gambled and lost on that high risk bet
revel in halcyon days you knew wouldn't stay
(end chorus)
(bridge)
now they say you're out of touch
never leaving the comfort of your couch
the fall was hard and you needed a cushion
you're wide awake now and we know the reason
it's okay to hate, it's fine to be mad
but I still hope one day you'll be glad
to still just be here
and know one day you'll meet her there
(chorus)
you dwelled in your hurt on the night train
even after multiple washes, the guilt left a permanent stain
it's been a few years, but you still can't deal with the pain
you wrote a speech, but you're speechless
you want to rest, but you're restless
life had a sweet taste, but now it's tasteless
revel in halcyon days you knew wouldn't stay
using the money in your wallet
drinking whiskey and rum if you have it
gambled and lost on that high risk bet
revel in halcyon days you knew wouldn't stay
(end chorus)
Plastic Love
(verse 1)
a surprising kiss on the lips for ya
shying away is a defense, yeah
you're always straddling the picket fence
tell me which side has grass that's greener
our first meeting bloomed with passion
then died cruelly but with persuasion
you snuck your way back in
with a touch, don't hurry
I gave you enthusiasm
you shot it down with sarcasm
he must want me to be aloof, no?
he can't handle my cold shoulder
dancing at the discotheque
oh darling, I've forgotten you already
but if you can't hold it steady then... I'm sorry
(chorus)
you and me are the checkered board's king and queen
constantly at odds and splitting all of the ends
this struggle for power in and out of the bedroom
is boring me, I hope it's over soon
you know I'm a mastermind and you're out of your mind
always two steps ahead while you're still in your damn bed
why doesn't this just end and we'll just be friends?
(end chorus)
(chorus)
you and me are rolling the credits after the ending scene
the theater's empty, and it's still dark so you can't see
I'm leaving you in the dust and riding off into the sunset
you grit your teeth, your match has been met
the glass of whisky you just filled is empty
your tears from sadness begin to seer with anger
all because you wouldn't be a man for her
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
maybe you'll see a new man in her town car
the thought is scary so you call her
the message from the machine greets you
who knows what things she's out to pursue?
you fooled her once, but she's too smart to lose the same game twice
if only you had just played nice, don't worry
(chorus)
I'm just playing games
I know that's plastic love
dance to the plastic beat
another morning comes
I'm just playing games
I know that's plastic love
dance to the plastic beat
another morning comes
I'm just playing games
I know that's plastic love
dance to the plastic beat
another morning comes
(end chorus)
SEPTEMBER
(verse 1)
(m-a-r-i-y-a
Mariya's hit parade)
you were in your mustard-yellow shirt
chasing after you, I ripped my skirt
as I barely made it through the train door
I know you got a girl
but it makes my stomach curl
still I hid when you turned around
the city's been colored in by crayons
the street lights just turned on
and I couldn't hide the tear stains on my sweater
I know you're meeting with someone older
who can talk to you about work and the weather
(chorus)
September, another summer takes a dive
September, as autumn comes alive
a shadow's cast over my heart
as summer's sunlight departs
your hand will never ever be in mine
September, and as the month goes on
September, it's goodbye land we're upon
I know I shouldn't be here
but I don't want you to be there
so I hid when you turn around
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I want to meet that lady
so I can ask her if maybe
she will give you back to me
but that's no good
my lips froze where I stood
because I'm timid and misunderstood
(chorus)
September, and my summer guy
September, turned into fall, oh why
the fact that we don't talk now
is proof you're over me how
can you be so cold?
September, and as the month goes on
September, it's goodbye land we're upon
the moon's the loneliest color in all the seasons
let me count all the reasons
you should forget her and be with me
(end chorus)
(bridge)
tomorrow, I'll give you back the dictionary
you lent to me
"love" is the only word I cut out
because without a doubt
this is goodbye, goodbye
(chorus)
September, and my summer guy
September, turned into fall, oh why
being the only one to have my feelings hurt
it stings to see you go out and flirt
where was the kindness of that man?
September, and as the month goes on
September, it's goodbye land we're upon
the tricolor peach clothes that were my favorite
it's too much of a risk to wear it
I'm afraid I'll just attract you once more to me
(end chorus)
(verse 3)
say goodbye in September
September lalalalalalalala
lalalalalalala
Single Again
(verse 1)
the days I spent living in fear of her shadow
taking you away are so far away now
my memory fades the further distance they become
I can't even remember if I loved you some
ever since I heard the wind tell me
that you were back to being single again
feelings I'd forgot about silently
have started stirring in my heart like back then
(chorus)
if you're feeling the same pain that I am
then I wouldn't mind if you called me
even if you're not really single again, I don't give a single damn
as long as it's me that you see
what was so wrong with us that you gave up?
those first few dates with passion budded into romance but it was abrupt
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
we'll keep on changing
just like the streets of our town
we can't go back to the point of starting
to the days of our youth when we wore undeserved crowns
the seasons passed right by me
and I lost sight of promises we made
and I couldn't even bring myself
to ask why you chose her to keep to yourself
(chorus)
even if we ran into each other
and searched our eyes together
there'd still be no way to bury
the time we apart and not married
if you're also regretting
the love you let go and pass by
then I can finally say a real goodbye to you
(end chorus)
(bridge)
ever since I heard the wind tell me
that you were back to being single again
feelings I'd forgot about silently
have started stirring in my heart like back then
(chorus)
if you're also regretting
the love you let go and pass by
then I can finally say a real goodbye to you
I can finally say a real goodbye to you
(end chorus)
Love Is Cool
(verse 1)
keeping it cool, cuz I'm a fool
who went wild to match your mild
I cannot regain my vanilla composure
at the cleavage you affectionately call indecent exposure
you're so hot, hun, any date is like dancing on the sun
(chorus)
your love is cool (your smile is like a jewel)
your love is cool (I'd follow you to school)
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
spicier than hot sauce
you kiss me just like a boss
I lick my lips as you take your long legs and uncross
with you in a bikini, any pool becomes an oasis
you touch my bicep and my mind goes into stasis
(chorus)
your love is cool (please be forever mine)
your love is cool (you in jeans is damn fine)
I shed tears when you whisper in my ears
how you happy you are to be here
and as your man to take you there is so love~ly
in the bedroom, I watch you bloom
when we go boom, just like the bass,
I want to be your groom, cuz I'm in outer space
all cuz of you
(end chorus)
(verse 3)
keeping it cool, cuz it's your rule
my angel with two white wings
my devil who pulls my strings
your gaze is hot as ice
your slender thighs steam my rice
if it's for my girl, I'd pay any price
she's so kind, I lose my mind
because that's hard to find
(chorus)
your love is cool (let me be your beau)
your love is cool (pianissimo)
(end chorus)
(bridge)
I shed tears when you whisper in my ears
how you happy you are to be here
and as your man to take you there is so love~ly
in the bedroom, I watch you bloom
when we go boom, just like the base,
I want to be your groom, cuz I'm in outer space
all cuz of you
keeping it cool, cuz I'm a fool
who went wild to match your mild
like Charles, she's in charge with her casual confidence
that matches my tender patience
in the morning, in the evening
I want you to be happy and to freely feel so sexy
(chorus)
your love is cool (your smile is like a jewel)
your love is cool (I'd follow you to school)
your love is cool (please be forever mine)
your love is cool (you in jeans is damn fine)
your love is cool (your smile is like a jewel)
your love is cool (I'd follow you to school)
your love is cool (let me be your beau)
your love is cool (pianissimo)
(end chorus)
True Blue Collar Crime
(verse 1)
don't you know you gotta be careful
out there in the wilderness?
out in the woods
don't say no to what I know
I returned to this place of pain
to save my old flame
the most dangerous game
is played by a man with a gun
and the most dangerous prey
is a man on the run
(chorus)
stop, with your hands in the air
hurry and keep them there
stop, sheriff don't shoot my man
look me in the eyes, do what you can
love is complicated
and so is true blue-collar crime
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
don't you know the judge can be
bribed with a curvy body
and a little black dress that's pretty?
get in the damn car
we'll go where they are
their favorite honky-tonk bar
I got my gun in my purse
(chorus)
stop, with your hands in the air
hurry and keep them there
stop, sheriff don't shoot my man
look me in the eyes, do what you can
love is complicated
and so is true blue-collar crime
(end chorus)
(chorus)
stop, with your hands in the air
hurry and keep them there
stop, sheriff don't shoot my man
look me in the eyes, do what you can
stop, with your hands in the air
hurry and keep them there
stop, sheriff don't shoot my man
look me in the eyes, do what you can
stop, with your hands in the air
hurry and keep them there
stop, sheriff don't shoot my man
look me in the eyes, do what you can
love is complicated
and so is true blue-collar crime
(end chorus)
One Night Stand
(chorus)
for a man like you to be travelling town to town
this'll only be a faint memory
not a remedy, a mere one night stand
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
tick by tick, the digital clock
shows cold dawn hours going right by
you'll regret you cut loose someone nice
and had way too much last night
it was a sight
another girl, though she's not your lover
and her name you only half remember
is waiting in the next town to get down
so you better scurry, you gotta hurry
(chorus)
while you're working
in your sweaty blue jeans again today
yesterday falls into a distant memory
oh so precariously
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
just being with your familiar bar buddies
staying straight and not narrow
you easily forget about your qualms and sorrows
not thinking of the one who loves you
(chorus)
the freeway you're flying down
you'll get so far away from my town
I won't be able to reach you anymore
you go on with one night stands
for a man like you to be travelling town to town
this'll only be a faint memory
not a remedy, a mere one night stand
for you this won't be a memory
nor a remedy
it's just a one night stand
another one night stand
another one night stand
another one night stand
(end chorus)
Hometown Talk
(verse 1)
I guess every perfect day
must end as the sunset makes its way
down the muddy sky and it makes me want to cry
our first date was a success
I wore my Sunday church dress
even though you've seen me in it before
you could have swore it was brand new
what will everyone in town think
when they find out you and me have synced?
the football star fell in love
with the ordinary smart girl
who won't go anywhere
because her family locks her up like a pearl
(chorus)
those with the coffee cups in the diner
those standing by the water cooler in the factory
gossip makes its way through the town
and everyone in the tri-county area around
thinks that I'm easy so
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
he likes that I'm the type of girl
who sits on her bed with her cat
and doesn't run around the whole world
he knows I'll always be right here and he likes that
tomorrow I'll make us a picnic
his favorite foods usually does the trick
maybe he'll fall in love
I'm praying to up above
don't listen to hometown talk
(chorus)
staying out late past our curfew
kisses and touches? well there were a few
there's nothing wrong with two kids
having fun but God forbid
they get romantic feelings
(end chorus)
(bridge)
"get a good hold of yourself"
our friends say to ourselves
but they have yet to understand
what's between me and my man
maybe one day they can
(chorus)
staying out late past our curfew
kisses and touches? well there were a few
there's nothing wrong with two kids
having fun but God forbid
they get romantic feelings
there's nothing wrong with two kids
having fun but God forbid
they get romantic feelings
(end chorus)
Close Your Eyes
(verse 1)
now that summer has sadly passed
and the green has begun to fade from the grass
still we can drive with the top down in the convertible
and reminisce about memories that ride the winds if we're able
(chorus)
it was in this same passenger seat that you told me
we'd live a life full of nothing but luxury
but I don't mind to live in the moment
close your eyes and savor it
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
in the golden autumn of this year
hold me tight and whisper in my pearl pierced ear
while enjoying warm days and chilly nights
about your sailboat dreams and perfectly tied knots
staying in the cottage we built
hiding from the storm with candies and peppermints
dancing in the refrigerator light
and cheating on our diets just a slight
(chorus)
a little bit of happiness can go such a long way
even if it's cold we can still go to the ocean and play
as long as we are together
leisure is our pure treasure
close your eyes and remember
(end chorus)
Fall In Love
(verse 1)
everyone's got their problems
and who exactly am I to judge?
everyone needs a break to breathe
it's surprising to see relationships
can go full circle
even though people can be such squares
(chorus)
even you can fall in love
surely, even you
even you can be loved
if only your heart can be moved
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
girls, you don't even need a bag from Hermes
guys, you don't even need muscles
there's a charm in just being yourself
and it's even good for your health
(chorus)
even you can fall in love
surely, even you
even you can be loved
if only your heart can be moved
even you can fall in love
surely, even you
even you can be loved
if only your heart can be moved
(end chorus)
(bridge)
girls, you don't even need a bag from Hermes
guys, you don't even need muscles
there's a charm in just being yourself
and it's even good for your health
(chorus)
even you can fall in love
surely, even you
even you can be loved
you know your heart can be moved
even you can fall in love
surely, even you
even you can be loved
if only your heart can be moved
(end chorus)
Graduation Photograph
(verse 1)
sitting here with albums spread out on the floor
surrounded by memories, feelings, and more
my graduation photograph catches my eye
the fleeting time makes me want to cry
(verse 2)
I remember those days in sunsets and grape vines
the rose-colored glasses that I wear
and all the friends I once claimed as mine
disappeared in the shape of a tear
(chorus)
they remember me the way I remember them
young and bright with no fear to grow old
you're all in my precious memory
youthful forever
always together
(end chorus)
(verse 3)
the events that I had forgotten
still in place on a piece of paper
where did everyone wander?
if they're doing well, then it's a wonder
(chorus)
these hearts forever intertwined
by adolescence's pure design
you're all still people I know
youthful forever
always together
(end chorus)
(chorus)
they remember me the way I remember them
young and bright with no fear to grow old
you're all in my precious memory
youthful forever
always together
you're all still people I know
youthful forever
always together
(end chorus)
Vapor Trail
(verse 1)
did you see that white cloud go by?
the wind carried it by so fast
my imagination could barely fit it into a cat shape
but on this otherwise cloudless day
I'm going to pretend as the airplanes make their way
their vapor trails are clouds themselves
tracing a map to their destination
(chorus)
I can see into that empty sky
that reflects back into my green and brown eyes
the many possibilities I have in this life
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
what do you do at the end of a perfect day?
my eyes fill with tears of blue
so what can you say
to console my aging heart?
maybe I'll strike it out
and go on my own
without a single doubt
with my only inspiration
being my dreams up above
(chorus)
I can see into that empty sky
that reflects back into my green and brown eyes
the many possibilities I have in this life
I can see into that empty sky
that reflects back into my green and brown eyes
the many possibilities I have in this life
(end chorus)
On the Street of My Hometown
(verse 1)
pull the Benz around I want to go for a drive
in the mist of the day
I want to hear your pleasant words be like wind to me
over the commercials on the radio
it's like being with an angel in autumn
I hear your dreams and I want all of them
my miracle of a person
(verse 2)
when we go into the city
hand me my plaid coat from the back seat
let's make you favorite soup for dinner
and sit and enjoy all the colors
(chorus)
it's all the collected little pleasures
that have become my precious treasures
on the street of my hometown
(end chorus)
(chorus)
I put my scarf on it's a little chilly
the gold and red is all I can see
on the street of my hometown
it's all the collected little pleasures
that have become my precious treasures
on the street of my hometown
(end chorus)
The Wind Across the Pier
(verse 1)
the gray mist hits my face
it's strange that together we share this space
the sadness blends in to the low hanging clouds
the rain wraps around the fading sun's light
and I mistake it for tears just a slight
but there will be no more of you being by my side
the wind across the pier
my Coach trench coat and sunglasses hide my stare's seer
our indifferences mean we can't even be friends
so you called me here for one last meeting
but this bitter parting
can't end soon enough
(chorus)
do not hold me tight
do not treat me right
don't think of stealing happiness
don't think about him seeing your favorite dress
I'll be stronger
I'll be better
by myself than with you and your lies
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
there's no fight to win
I'm a woman and not a bull fight
I won't worry about who is right
and I'm not worried about your dependencies
with my crimson lips I'll give you a kiss off, matador
get in my Cadillac and slam shut the door
(chorus)
do not hold me tight
do not treat me right
don't think of stealing happiness
don't think about him seeing your favorite dress
I'll be stronger
I'll be better
by myself even though I loved you however...
(end chorus)
(chorus)
the white rain brings a new pain
it reminds me there's no me without you
my heart continues to ache
but I cannot take what you did back
the wind carries your scent
and it's hard to not reminisce
but I don't need your memory
I just need to reclaim my former glory
the blue hidden by the gray
reminds me I'm free and don't have to stay
and the sadness won't always be around
someday again I'll be safe and sound
the city lights that are so bright
look beautiful from this distance
I'll listen to what you say at my pace
and then walk away unfazed
lalalalala
lalalalala
lalalalala
(end chorus)
I Want to Go Back to That Day
(verse 1)
it's unlike myself to give up so easily
I don't procrastinate, but even I can't appreciate
what my great God's graciously given me
the orchids haven't been watered in weeks
and that photograph crashed off of the beige wall
(chorus)
my youth is fleeing like raindrops on a windshield
my thoughts are sinking into the salty sea that is you
and all I know is my heart will never be in control
I want to go back to that day where I felt whole
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
my cashmere sweater that was once my favorite
has a maroon wine stain that I can't get out
the light that used to shine through my in-tact window
the glacier colored curtains has covered them well and through
(chorus)
my youth is fleeing like raindrops on a windshield
my thoughts are sinking into the salty sea that is you
if I had a spoonful of happiness and bliss
you'd be right here and I wouldn't have to miss
truly those were the days
and I knew they wouldn't stay
but I clung on with all my strength
and I went to cautious lengths
if I had a little rainbow and a nice dress
perhaps I wouldn't become a mess
in every possible way
I want to go back to my home on that day
(end chorus)
Night Walker
(verse 1)
it's strange not to be friendly
with someone I love
the city and the soft street lights
look like people I don't know
is it dusk or is it twilight?
is that satellites or stars above me?
mixing in the orange and purple tie dye
that's becoming the dark sky
(chorus)
treating me like I'm a stranger at the table
leaving your delicate lover in the rain
if stinging cold is unable to relieve pain
I open my apartment door
sigh and pray the day won't give me no more
suddenly the room feels uneasy
there has to be something between you and me
I got to get out of here and out of my head
my two feet, hit the street, your other half
became a night walker
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
the trees, the buildings, and city hall
all look like black figures
my heart is covered in a shroud
and the silence is so loud
all that I know is that I don't
want you back and I won't
look your way when you ignore me
the street has become my home
(chorus)
ladies hearts are unlike the men's
we harden ourselves because we're women
then we become braver
if you think you're the one
there's always another
boys are a dime a dozen
men can leave a woman frozen in shock
because she found the one
she craves more, she adores no other
she's not a night walker
(end chorus)
(chorus)
we get crumpled then unbend
someone comes along just to mend
our broken hearts
and it's like we never fell apart
not being a stranger at the table
falling in love because we're able
becoming our one true selves
beautifully, surely, and all without you
(end chorus)
NO SIDE
(verse 1)
it feels safe to say from inside my coat
it's honestly true that
I can't be one man's girl
I love him, but I love you
if it's wrong to have both
then I can't score a goal
I want to be on my own
it's fine to when you're full grown
to know what you want
and go after it with your body
I need nobody
(chorus)
my goal in my whole life
is to have fun and not be a wife
I don't pick your side
I'm not on his side
it's easy to say on the outside
looking into the clean inside
that I don't need him
I don't need you or even them
I don't play for a team
I think it's safe to say
I won't sugar coat and take all day
I'm on no side
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
it's sexist to assume that a woman
can't be a lone wolf and only a man
can do what he has to do
I have two feet to stand on
a finger I can pull a trigger on a gun
I can be an independent woman
(chorus)
my goal in my whole life
is to have fun and not be a wife
I don't pick your side
I'm not on his side
it's easy to say on the outside
looking into the clean inside
that I don't need him
I don't need you or even them
I don't play for a team
I think it's safe to say
I won't sugar coat and take all day
I'm on no side
(end chorus)
Robots on Monday
(verse 1)
(oh baby, rescue me
oh baby, rescue me
oh baby, rescue me)
wind me up, watch me work
my voice like a radio through the digital world
ah! save me from the mundane
shiny silver skin, computer mind
processing emotions at the speed of light
you can't even catch a sight
(chorus)
from the metallic morning
till the dark screen evening
moving like a well-oiled machine
the weekend goes by too fast
even if you slow the pace
it's illogical
but when it comes back around
electricity levels go down
with exact precision
as I was programmed to do
it's not design it's manufacture
ooh ooh
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
can't even dream, can't be sentient
but can lack all common sense
ah! it goes up in steam
press a button, flip a switch
your word is my command
boss, press enter and watch me go
(chorus)
being a robot
giving it all I got
gets me nowhere but I still do it
if I blow a gasket
I'll have to park it
and get new parts
and when I need a tune up
get me all greased up
take care of the squeaks and fractures
ah! it's manufacture
ooh ooh
(end chorus)
(bridge)
rescue, my mind
rescue, my fined-tuned body
rescue, me from this time
get me through the week
(blue, blue on blue)
I may be a robot
I have no feelings but
I want to live peacefully
(blue, blue on blue)
how could you treat us so cruelly?
through sunrise till sunset
till I'm obsolete from years of defeat
it's always robots on Monday
Sapphire of September’s Evening Sky
(chorus)
sapphire of September’s evening sky
like my attitude, you too are a far cry
sayonara, the promise that can’t be kept
I’m leaving on a jet
sapphire the color of the sky’s dark blue
I got tired so I got up and flew
past Mercury and found myself in the blue’s deep
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
I think I told my mama
I can’t tell which of us bought drama
but it was shipped to me
which one of us lost our minds on the street?
no more dates and in different beds we sleep
no more from me, I’ll take the leap
daring, daring, and challenging
I’ll the motorcycle handle and blow
threw in the towel, now here I go
(chorus)
sapphire, in my wedding ring
the glass shattered and it ended spring
sayonara, I found myself at last
sapphire, up past the clouds
it must be a planet, I wonder out loud
I’ll head there and forget about what’s dead
(end chorus)
(Verse 2)
you told our friends at the end
I’d never last and be trapped in the past
why should I be sad?
my smile makes you mad
your temperament that gets you out of a pinch
handling you is a cinch
even “forever” threw in the wrench
darling, it’ll just take a weekend
to get over 7 years and
dye my hair and do what I dare
(Chorus)
sapphire, in September’s evening sky
if only you had lit that burning fire
sayonara, to a past with no desire
sapphire, I found the gold at the end of the rainbow
it marched me through a silver town on my tip toes
what would we have become? We’ll never know
(end chorus)
(chorus)
sapphire of September’s evening sky
like my attitude, you too are a far cry
sayonara, the promise that can’t be kept
I’m leaving on a jet
sapphire the color of the sky’s dark blue
I got tired so I got up and flew
past Mercury and found myself in the blue’s deep
sapphire, in my wedding ring
the glass shattered and it ended spring
sayonara, I found myself at last
sapphire, up past the clouds
it must be a planet, I wonder out loud
I’ll head there and forget about what’s dead
(end chorus)
The Next Scene
(Verse 1)
it was like an old movie, more precise a noir
kinda like Casablanca set at the exact hour
the morning heat turned into a chilly night
the gray fog was so thick
our healthy love became sick
overlap got the best of us
juggling the everyday plot
it was too much for me, it was a lot
(chorus)
bye bye love
onto the next scene
the director yells cut on a monochrome dream
all of your love
got packed up with the set
and moved onto the next project
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
we stood on shaky ground at the climax
I turned around to run and you didn’t grab my wrist
the morning light was like a spotlight
you’re just not that bright
you didn’t understand what I said
it’s easier to just give up and say no the rest
everyone’s that’s in the know
said I’d be a difficult actress
(chorus)
bye bye love
onto the next scene
the director yells cut on a monochrome dream
everything that was me
time ran out on it
I guess I ran out of budget
(end chorus)
(bridge)
togetherness is an undesired trait
being along keeps me narrow and straight
magic does nothing for me
science is all that I see
(chorus)
bye bye love
onto the next scene
the director yells cut on a monochrome dream
everything that was me
time ran out on it
I guess I ran out of budget
(end chorus)
(chorus)
bye bye love
onto the next scene
the director yells cut on a monochrome dream
all of your love
got packed up with the set
and moved onto the next project
(end chorus)
Now Is On
(verse 1)
rolling down a steep hill
as if standing still
quickly the world turns
and there’s nowhere to run
if we cannot hide
if there’s no free ride
what happens to our souls
as we grow frail and old?
going on
from day to everyday
it’s hard to see the change from this up close
now is on
it never goes out of style
and in the season it always makes the most
(chorus)
we’ll never be the same
it’s not the rules that change but the game
spring summer fall winter
never be the same
from grandparents to parents
and children to grandkids
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
if held up to the wind
the candle goes out
blown by a force
that perhaps lives in space
if we can’t be omniscient
we’re free to question it
it makes me tired
but I get up and go
going on
constantly in this environment
what I feel can shape it
changing on
into the endless void
floating like a spinning meteoroid
(chorus)
we’ll never be the same
not a trace will remain
but our past feelings leave a stain
never be the same
from generation to generation
take action anew
(end chorus)
(bridge)
going on
from day to everyday
it’s hard to see the change from this up close
now is on
it never goes out of style
and in the season it always makes the most
(chorus)
we’ll never be the same
it’s not the rules that change but the game
spring summer fall winter
never be the same
from grandparents to parents
and children to grandkids
(end chorus)
Remember November
(verse 1)
did you know?
the old story became a new legend
the old legend became a new myth
and the new myth became my fascination
now I know
what I remembered before
wasn’t just a fragment of a past life
in the present it made me tough
being here in this place so familiar
have I been here or there or what I figure?
(chorus)
November, it’s clearer
there you was and here I am
there was no love
there was no hate
it was indifference
remember, it’s closer
it was so insignificant
that I even can’t
come up with rules or games
recall it when I close my eyes
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
before going to dreamland at night
another piece of the puzzle falls in place
and I put it together
and I swore
to a complete stranger
there must have been danger
though I’m not sure what
maybe I was a June bride
or perhaps even a seasoned wife
maybe a ride, maybe I died, but it was my life
(chorus)
November, I go over
I was you and you were me
there was a silver lining
in the clouds and skyline
remember another
on the tip of my mind
there was blue and shadow
at the time
it was so insignificant
that I can’t
recall it at all
(end chorus)
(chorus)
November, it’s clearer
there you was and here I am
there was no love
there was no hate
it was indifference
remember, it’s closer
it was so insignificant
that I even can’t
come up with rules or games
recall it when I close my eyes
(end chorus)
(chorus)
November, I go over
I was you and you were me
there was a silver lining
in the clouds and skyline
remember another
on the tip of my mind
there was blue and shadow
at the time
it was so insignificant
that I can’t
recall it at all
(end chorus)
November's April Fool
(verse 1)
I'm usually, carefully always on guard
but when I figured out what you were all about
it was hard, I hit solid ground and knocked myself right out
it was quite a sight
the circus moved into my town
my hard work spiraled down
we met in September
but I realized in November
I was the April fool
I wanted you to hold onto
then I let you tactfully go
but now I know
I was right all along
but I'm not so strong
I second guessed myself for so long
I'll write you once more
and ignore all of my core
(chorus)
we met and I let
my brain tell my heart to drain
all love in my vicinity
I didn't want to be the clown
of my quiet home town
I broke our affinity
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
inhaling the gas fumes from the bus
I wondered if I was just that stupid
I dodged the bullet from cupid
you were shady but I was lonely
so I sent a smoke signal
saying I wanted to be your lady
then I became the joke of it all
(chorus)
not charming, not dashing
our love is starting to be plain alarming
still I unsuccessfully play it cool
he's laughing, they're pointing
instead of you, I became the April fool
(end chorus)
(bridge)
I forgot your lies
despite all my tries
I ignored my spies
(chorus)
we met and I let
my brain tell my heart to drain
all love in my vicinity
I didn't want to be the clown
of my quiet home town
I broke our affinity
not charming, not dashing
our love is starting to be plain alarming
still I unsuccessfully play it cool
he's laughing, they're pointing
instead of you, I became the April fool
we met and I let
my brain tell my heart to drain
all love in my vicinity
I didn't want to be the clown
of my quiet home town
I broke our affinity
not charming, not dashing
our love is starting to be plain alarming
still I unsuccessfully play it cool
he's laughing, they're pointing
instead of you, I became the April fool
(end chorus)
Rondo
(verse 1)
the candles lit for blessed memories
shine on everyone yet I start to cry unsightly
with your wide smile, we join our cheeks joking
you put your palm on my back with a naughty smack
the wound you left in a stunning awe
is a crocus blooming in fresh snow thaw
it's all a little profusely maddening
I guess that is why they call it a joyous wedding
(chorus)
come, lift my white veil
lay your eyes on your holy grail
make me fly with a kiss of an oath
drown our future with nothing but hope
come, write on a fresh page
when you write your name and your age
the symbol of amore will become new folklore
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
tell the young bard to play a lasting melody
till the red wine drowns all the memories
let us dance like we're so happy
as nobody could ever possibly be
in my perilous mind, I wonder if you can see
a single time you regret ever loving me
the years spin into a gold thread majestically
you and I are then made into a tapestry
(chorus)
embraced by you so true
around and around, I spin on a rondo
tears and dreams so extra
become a become a grand fiesta
only God himself
can keep us apart selfishly
it's handed down once more
our love folklore
(end chorus)
(bridge)
we malt with such joy
sadness leaves with your voice
us two lovers, just me and you, are the same
a flame
ah
come, lift my white veil
lay your eyes on your holy grail
make me fly with a kiss of an oath
drown our future with nothing but hope
come, write on a fresh page
when you write your name and your age
the symbol of amore will become new folklore
(chorus)
embraced by you so true
around and around, I spin on a rondo
tears and dreams so extra
become a become a grand fiesta
only God himself
can keep us apart selfishly
it's handed down once more
our love folklore
come, lift my white veil
lay your eyes on your holy grail
make me fly with a kiss of an oath
drown our future with nothing but hope
come, write on a fresh page
when you write your name and your age
the symbol of amore will become new folklore
(end chorus)
Strawberry Moon
(verse 1)
gently touch my face and kiss me on my cherry lips
tell me your first impressions are sweet
a night of gazing up at the glittering stars
away from it all due to bright streets
a rare thing, a timely occasion
a first date, and a pink moon
hold my hand, take me to the clouds
can you hear?
my heart is beating so loud
(chorus)
as we glide along
I want a strawberry moon, one scoop
what does love taste like? Ayy oh
I’ve loved you all along
your handsomeness is so cool
that I can’t leave you alone, ooh
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I’m not asleep in my pajamas, am I?
because tonight all my dreams came true
I miss the blue of the ice cream sky
but I’ll miss our love that glowed
not so fast, in my porch light
you look so cool
under the moon
be mine forever, stay a little longer
a passion flower bloomed
(chorus)
as we glide along
I want a strawberry moon, one scoop
what does love taste like? Ayy oh
I’ve loved you all along
your handsomeness is so cool
that I can’t leave you alone, ooh
(end chorus)
(bridge)
destiny’s predetermined
written in the stars
I read them all
sweet conversation
tasteful flirtation
your side is where I want to be all alone
(chorus)
as we glide along
I want a strawberry moon, one scoop
what does love taste like? Ayy oh
I’ve loved you all along
your handsomeness is so cool
that I can’t leave you alone, ooh
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
gently touch my face and kiss me on my cherry lips
tell me your first impressions are sweet
a night of gazing up at the glittering stars
away from it all due to bright streets
a first date, and a pink moon
hold my hand, take me to the clouds
can you hear?
my heart is beating so loud
as we glide along
I want a strawberry moon, one scoop
what does love taste like? Ayy oh
I’ve loved you all along
your handsomeness is so cool
that I can’t leave you alone, ooh
(end chorus)
I’m not asleep in my pajamas, am I?
because tonight all my dreams came true
I miss the blue of the ice cream sky
but I’ll miss our love that glowed
you look so cool
under the moon
be mine forever, stay a little longer
a passion flower bloomed
as we glide along
I want a strawberry moon, one scoop
what does love taste like? Ayy oh
I’ve loved you all along
your handsomeness is so cool
that I can’t leave you alone, ooh
(end chorus)
destiny’s predetermined
written in the stars
I read them all
sweet conversation
tasteful flirtation
your side is where I want to be all alone
as we glide along
I want a strawberry moon, one scoop
what does love taste like? Ayy oh
I’ve loved you all along
your handsomeness is so cool
that I can’t leave you alone, ooh
(end chorus)
Glass Apple
(verse 1)
I am in awe of your confidence
you don't let your young age get in the way
youth can be a double-edge blade
adults say you know nothing
but you push it to the side
(chorus)
we made it through the spring
and the heat of a summer of love
in the autumn the red leaves above
let's harvest what we made this season
the glass apple hanging from the tree
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I've said "I love you" countless times
but that doesn't exactly make you mine
but now that you're my only
I bet that forbidden fruit tastes like honey
(chorus)
the happiness of your smile
is like the plaid that flannels me and you
we're a matching set
those October stormy nights we'll both get through
the glass apple still hangs from the tree
(end chorus)
(bridge)
I'd say "I love you" through all your cracking banisters
and perfect storms that threaten our vows
sometimes the weight of youth
breaks the pressure of truth
we can redraw the lines that blur
(chorus)
we made it through the spring
and the heat of a summer of love
in the autumn the red leaves above
let's harvest what we made this season
the glass apple hanging from the tree
the glass apple hanging from the tree
(end chorus)
The Wind is Autumn Colored
(chorus)
la la la la la la oh beautiful smile
as the seasons move
our love only continues to improve
oh beautiful smile
hold me for awhile
the wind is autumn colored
and our love is two-sided
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
you almost let go of me
at the end of summer by the lake
I told you it's still hot so give me a second take
there's nothing in the back, so don't take a look
it's not quite the fall
so still give me your all
stay a little while
be with me this late September in style
it didn't take a lot of convincing
but a lot of kissing
and at my house, on the inside
you cuddle up by my side
(chorus)
oh beautiful smile
hold me for awhile
as the seasons move
our love only continues to improve
oh beautiful smile
and harvest's worth-whiles
the wind is autumn colored
and our love is two-sided
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
bundle up with me this October
if it's too much you can move over
we pick out matching costumes
you get close as it's only us in the room
who knew in fall I could bloom
I'm glad I wore vanilla perfume
I'll never belong to anyone else
this autumn is specially
one to remember, my favorite
somebody, anybody I love him everybody
(chorus)
oh beautiful smile
hold me for awhile
as the seasons move
our love only continues to improve
oh beautiful smile
and harvest's worth-whiles
the wind is autumn colored
and our love is two-sided
(end chorus)
(chorus)
la la la la la la oh beautiful smile
as the seasons move
our love only continues to improve
oh beautiful smile
hold me for awhile
the wind is autumn colored
and our love is two-sided
(end chorus)
Windless
(chorus)
it was a windless view
yet on our first date I flew
straight into your heart
and became a part
of your grand golden world
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
no more tears
only what pain shares
lean on me
when you're lonely
and in the cold November
know that you can slumber
and go with me
where it's paradise in our dreams
sayonara sayonara sayonara
I'll make all the darkness
turn into happiness with a spell
and you'll be well
autumn is my favorite season
and you don't have to ask for me to be in
red leaves that become rain
sayonara sayonara sayonara
(chorus)
it was a windless view
the autumn leaves drew
letters in the air
as they drifted with care
it was a windless view
yet on our first date I flew
straight into your heart
and became a part
of your grand golden world
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
set course for love
with no side stops
only drifting together on the sea
I'll clean off the rust
that grew on your trust
leave the rest to me
sayonara sayonara sayonara
(chorus)
it was a windless view
the autumn leaves drew
letters in the air
as they drifted with care
it was a windless view
yet on our first date I flew
straight into your heart
and became a part
of your grand golden world
it was a windless view
yet on our first date I flew
straight into your heart
and became a part
of your grand golden world
(end chorus)
AVALON
(verse 1)
I'm ready to go to the land where Excalibur was made
I'm still young, but I'm leaving Camelot
I promise to return someday
you'll fill my Holy Grail with red wine of the finest
I'm still king of the knights
dye me all of life's colors
(chorus)
ride into battle
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I partook in black magic
but I'm still holy through all of it
I lost the battle, but I won the war
and returned to where you are
I spread my wings and found the flower of time
the door opened, and I climbed
(chorus)
my rite of passage
I have to pass this test
for the village that raised me
thank you, papa, mama
(end chorus)
(bridge)
was this predestined?
was it fate where I walked?
(verse 3)
we broke bread and danced merrily
me and my faithful army
we bonded over shared troubles
and took on each other's struggles
you lost your life for the sake of me
I'll be grateful for eternity
the door opens
we run through
(chorus)
Avalon
take me to that land
where there's milk and honey
let the conflict end
the dust is settling
my rite of passage
I have to pass this test
for the village that raised me
thank you, papa, mama
ride into battle
take me to that land
where there's milk and honey
let the conflict end
the dust is settling
(end chorus)
Apple of Universal Gravity
(verse 1)
I came here on the search of universal knowledge
I found fun and a whimsical paradise
the drinks poured with endless ice
no matter how hard I tried
faced with so many impossible lies
I got disheartened and lost the vision
it was blurry and that was their mission
in my quest for only the truth
I became crippled
I dived in like a private sleuth
and found nothing but debt and the truth rippled
(verse 2)
the phantom never made it to the opera
a scary movie, I was chased wearing only my bra
I said I won’t go back and I meant never
to be the queen, you had to be the jack
to learn the trade, you had to drink the Kool-aid
to be the best, you had to pick up the slack
and not complain
(chorus)
where does that leave me?
the race is on to get out of the bottom
where it’s solemn
no matter how hard I tried to be
the top is high so their roots were forgotten
(end chorus)
(bridge)
when I was young I had a glint of hope in my eye
they rung me out until I was dry
(chorus)
where does that leave me?
the race is on to get out of the bottom
where it’s solemn
no matter how hard I tried to be
the top is high so their roots were forgotten
(end chorus)
(verse 3)
I came here on the search of universal knowledge
I found fun and a whimsical paradise
the drinks poured with endless ice
no matter how hard I tried
faced with so many impossible lies
I got disheartened and lost the vision
it was blurry and that was their mission
in my quest for only the truth
I became crippled
I dived in like a private sleuth
and found nothing but debt and the truth rippled
(verse 1)
I came here on the search of universal knowledge
I found fun and a whimsical paradise
the drinks poured with endless ice
faced with so many impossible lies
I got disheartened and lost the vision
it was blurry and that was their mission
I became crippled
I dived in like a private sleuth
and found nothing but debt and the truth rippled
the phantom never made it to the opera
a scary movie, I was chased wearing only my bra
I said I won’t go back and I meant never
to learn the trade, you had to drink the Kool-aid
to be the best, you had to pick up the slack
and not complain
where does that leave me?
the race is on to get out of the bottom
where it’s solemn
no matter how hard I tried to be
the top is high so their roots were forgotten
(end chorus)
when I was young I had a glint of hope in my eye
they rung me out until I was dry
where does that leave me?
the race is on to get out of the bottom
where it’s solemn
no matter how hard I tried to be
the top is high so their roots were forgotten
(end chorus)
I came here on the search of universal knowledge
I found fun and a whimsical paradise
the drinks poured with endless ice
faced with so many impossible lies
I got disheartened and lost the vision
it was blurry and that was their mission
I became crippled
I dived in like a private sleuth
and found nothing but debt and the truth rippled
BABYLON
(verse 1)
the embers survived the rain
the winds revived the flame
we fell apart and then came back together
let these flames turn into fireworks
we cried and no one saw us
we told secrets
who knew a waltz could taste bittersweet?
the place we always meet at night
is the location we call home
pinching pennies and roaring twenties
made smoke but didn't burn in the flames
we made graves for fireflies
and settled down in our fifties
(verse 2)
a legacy passed down through children
all of the hearts we are in
tell the tales of places we've been
when we're gone photographs will remain
but you'll still be my man
stay by my side even then
ahh, a romance that became daily dance
we're the same, and that's our stance
(chorus)
dance like we're embracing
from morning to evening
at every meal and even still
even though we've aged
because of good grace nothing's changed
all these days, forever, and for always
(end chorus)
(bridge)
the wind carries the scent of you
to me and into the grand blue
always existing in my heart
knowing we'll never part
my precious treasure
(chorus)
dance like we're embracing
from morning to evening
at every meal and even still
even though we've aged
because of good grace nothing's changed
all these days, forever, and for always
pinching pennies and roaring twenties
made smoke but didn't burn in the flames
we made graves for fireflies
and settled down in our fifties
(end chorus)
Vampire Knight
(verse 1)
creeping up, creeping up, creeping up selfish desire
such a thirst, such a thirst, such a thirst only red blood can quench
standing in the white moonlight
the glow on your skin's delicious on this balcony
the crimson glow in my beastly eyes
only has this maiden in their sights
if I were to sink my sharp-pointed fangs
into your porcelain frail neck
would she drive a wooden stake through my undead heart?
no, I cannot control my urges
it's in the dark woods of my natures
if I offered, would you live with me
and be my bride for all eternity?
(chorus)
creeping up, creeping up, creeping up selfish desire
such a thirst, such a thirst, such a thirst only red blood can quench
even nightmares can be beautiful dreams
who would dare, who would dare, who would dare disturb our secret?
calm your heart, calm your heart, calm your heart on this vampire night
as long you're in my sight, you're mine
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
my charm is hypnotic to my damsel prey
she grips my arm and starts to pray
my breath on her neck, I break tension with a romantic kiss
she'll be immortal, she'll be a monster
her humanity she won't miss
her heart stops beating and she's under my spell
and then the count feasted on his beloved alluring countess
in return, she thirsts like never before, and she licked his wrists
(chorus)
creeping up, creeping up, creeping up undead love
everything, everything, nothing could appease their appetites
skin pricked by rose thorns drove them crazy
it grew stronger, it grew stronger, and it grew through midnights
they could not, they could not, they could not control it anymore
their vampire nights dissolved in days, like ash
(end chorus)
(bridge)
creeping up, creeping up, creeping up selfish desire
such a thirst, such a thirst, such a thirst only red blood can quench
even nightmares can be beautiful dreams
(chorus)
who would dare, who would dare, who would dare disturb our secret?
calm your heart, calm your heart, calm your heart on this vampire night
as long you're in my sight, you're mine
(end chorus)
Halloween Night
(verse 1)
ha, chic-a-chic
ha, chic-a-chic
ha, chic-a-chic
ha, chic-a-chic
(welcome to Halloween Night)
the doors open to the silver shimmering time machine
step out onto the glowing floor of the discotheque
leave inhibitions behind
at this retro scary party
shake your skeletons
and feel the fun in your bones
the mirrorball of midnight lights up the dancefloor
all the candy you can eat, better say trick-or-treat
it's only for a single day
while we're monsters anyway
rhythm and blues is for the vampires, no? oh!
(chorus)
Halloween night, midnight, boogie night
let the jack-'o-lanterns scare away the fright
let the monsters do the mash
scratch an itch with a witch
there's no rules when you party with all the ghouls
Halloween night, yeah, here we go
at dawn we'll disappear like the ghosts
since we have nowhere to be
eat brains like a zombie
be sure to wrap it up just like a mummy
play it cool, play it tricky live it up on Halloween night, ah
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
the clock strikes midnight time in our fantasy world
but we're not done with the playful black cat's magic
we haven't danced the werewolf waltz
or the Frankenstein fox trot
we wanna bob for poison apples
while the grim reaper cackles, ah!
(chorus)
Halloween night, trick time, fall in love
with the chilling atmosphere all up in here
tear the roof off this haunted house
do a scare once or twice
make a wish on this old black magic
Halloween night, yeah, here we go
scream in the room of scary costumes
the crunch of the leaves
the thrill of the screams
fill the world with monster disco
never let it go, the feelings of this special night, ah
(end chorus)
(bridge)
are you ready? ready!
ready?
happy, happy Halloween night
sing the undead rock
until the break of dawn
you and me and everything scary
I don't just want candy
I want everything scary
H-A-L-L-O-W-E-E-N
H-A-L-L-O-W-E-E-N
H-A-L-L-O-W-E-E-N
trick or treat!
(chorus)
Halloween night, midnight, boogie night
let the jack-'o-lanterns scare away the fright
let the monsters do the mash
scratch an itch with a witch
there's no rules when you party with all the ghouls
Halloween night, yeah, here we go
at dawn we'll disappear like the ghosts
since we have nowhere to be
eat brains like a zombie
be sure to wrap it up just like a mummy
play it cool, play it tricky live it up on Halloween night, ah
ha, chic-a-chic
ha, chic-a-chic
ha, chic-a-chic
ha, chic-a-chic
(let's enjoy Halloween night! hahaha)
trick or treat!
(end chorus)
VILLAINS
(verse 1)
I hope bad things happen to you
it’s so becoming of someone so rude
hating everything and loving nothing
the exception being chaos and destruction
funhouse mirrors and my Frankenstein
these help keep me out of line
there’s more of people like me
and we all like to watch you bleed
it’s just in our frightening nature
capturing kings and cooking up diabolical plans
it’s in the job description
now take action
rock to this evil beat
are you ready to dance?
(chorus)
bad guys come join the party
it’s a villains’ night
bring your test tubes and beakers
your lasers and chain breakers
we’ll March through the streets
in an evil parade
plot our attack and then begin to invade
heroes beware
it’ll always be midnight forever
we know how to scare
we can give you a fright
bad guys go big, we go outta sight
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
attack at the break of dawn
retreat into the dusk if things go wrong
these heroes are slippery
they proclaim self-righteously
at least they keep things from being boring
it’s nice to win once in awhile
let us be vile, ahh
villains’ night, night, night, night
come into the dark side
we’ll talk and be friendly
talk to us wrong
then we’ll strike swiftly
trust no one
keep your hands up
are you ready to dance?
(chorus)
bad guys come join the party
it’s a villains’ night
bring your test tubes and beakers
your lasers and chain breakers
we’ll March through the streets
in an evil parade
bad guys come join the party
it’s a villains’ night
bring your test tubes and beakers
your lasers and chain breakers
we’ll March through the streets
in an evil parade
plot our attack and then begin to invade
heroes beware
it’ll always be midnight forever
we know how to scare
we can give you a fright
bad guys go big, we go outta sight
(end chorus)
(bridge)
we make plans then cancel the day of
we bake cookies at 351 degrees
we turn down the temp when it’s cold
we rob the babies and old
put your hands up
are you ready to dance?
(chorus)
bad guys come join the party
it’s a villains’ night
bring your test tubes and beakers
your lasers and chain breakers
we’ll March through the streets
in an evil parade
plot our attack and then begin to invade
heroes beware
it’ll always be midnight forever
we know how to scare
we can give you a fright
bad guys go big, we go outta sight
we assume so, because we’re always right
bad guys come join the party
it’s a villains’ night
night, night, night, night
night, night, night, night, ahh
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
I hope bad things happen to you
it’s so becoming of someone so rude
hating everything and loving nothing
the exception being chaos and destruction
these help keep me out of line
there’s more of people like me
and we all like to watch you bleed
capturing kings and cooking up diabolical plans
it’s in the job description
now take action
rock to this evil beat
are you ready to dance?
bad guys come join the party
it’s a villains’ night
bring your test tubes and beakers
your lasers and chain breakers
we’ll March through the streets
in an evil parade
plot our attack and then begin to invade
heroes beware
it’ll always be midnight forever
we know how to scare
we can give you a fright
bad guys go big, we go outta sight
(end chorus)
attack at the break of dawn
retreat into the dusk if things go wrong
these heroes are slippery
they proclaim self-righteously
it’s nice to win once in awhile
let us be vile, ahh
villains’ night, night, night, night
we’ll talk and be friendly
talk to us wrong
then we’ll strike swiftly
trust no one
keep your hands up
are you ready to dance?
bad guys come join the party
it’s a villains’ night
bring your test tubes and beakers
your lasers and chain breakers
we’ll March through the streets
in an evil parade
bad guys come join the party
it’s a villains’ night
bring your test tubes and beakers
your lasers and chain breakers
we’ll March through the streets
in an evil parade
plot our attack and then begin to invade
heroes beware
it’ll always be midnight forever
we know how to scare
we can give you a fright
bad guys go big, we go outta sight
(end chorus)
we make plans then cancel the day of
we bake cookies at 351 degrees
we turn down the temp when it’s cold
we rob the babies and old
put your hands up
are you ready to dance?
bad guys come join the party
it’s a villains’ night
bring your test tubes and beakers
your lasers and chain breakers
we’ll March through the streets
in an evil parade
plot our attack and then begin to invade
heroes beware
it’ll always be midnight forever
we know how to scare
we can give you a fright
bad guys go big, we go outta sight
we assume so, because we’re always right
bad guys come join the party
it’s a villains’ night
night, night, night, night
night, night, night, night, ahh
(end chorus)
Pretty Liar
(chorus)
beautiful women with their little lie, lie, lies
do you or do you really not love my guy?
he is mine for all eternity
(he’s the only one for me)
for love
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
yes, he is a phantom that hides in the shadows of the opera
(no, his eyes of green and blue pull me into his heart)
then tears me apart piece by piece
(the mystery man behind the white mask
pulls me from a casket)
I won’t be anyone’s understudy
that man is my one and only lead
(I’m not one to compete)
but I won’t accept defeat
(because)
because
(what I have with him is true)
(chorus)
he and I share a history
(I’m drunk on the air of mystery)
every word he speaks hangs on the truth
you never catch him uncouth
beautiful women with their little lie, lie, lies
(their pride will never let them admit when they lose)
a dame
(a dame)
in the darkness of their own hearts
(is not)
is not
ever really free of love’s shackles
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
(yes, I lured him into my territory
and captured him in my web)
no, without him I lose my sanity
my mansion won’t be haunted
(that’s not my problem)
and so
to get him you’ll have to go through me
(chorus)
beautiful women with their little lie, lie, lies
do you or do you really not love my guy?
he doesn’t like women that are girly
he likes only a lady
I see
(if my body isn’t enough I’ll offer my every devotion)
his sacred kiss makes me feel every possible emotion
(our bond is like an oath of never being apart)
you don’t know him like I do though
(I know things about him you’ll never know)
I want your love
(end chorus)
(bridge)
if I let him choose, I know he’d make the right choice
(I need him to be with me, I just want to hear his voice)
this lord of darkness
(likes the spice of a lie)
surely
(surely)
he can hear my telepathy
(he’s so lovely)
(chorus)
(he and I share a history)
I’m drunk on the air of mystery
(every word he speaks hangs on the truth)
you never catch him uncouth
(beautiful women with their little lie, lie, lies)
their pride will never let them admit when they lose
(a dame)
a dame
in the darkness of their own hearts
(is not)
is not
ever really free of love’s shackles
liar
a pretty liar
you are
(end chorus)
(chorus)
beautiful women with their little lie, lie, lies
do you or do you really not love my guy?
he is mine for all eternity
(he’s the only one for me)
for love
(end chorus)
yes, he is a phantom that hides in the shadows of the opera
(no, his eyes of green and blue pull me into his heart)
then tears me apart piece by piece
pulls me from a casket)
I won’t be anyone’s understudy
that man is my one and only lead
(I’m not one to compete)
but I won’t accept defeat
because
(what I have with him is true)
he and I share a history
(I’m drunk on the air of mystery)
every word he speaks hangs on the truth
you never catch him uncouth
beautiful women with their little lie, lie, lies
(their pride will never let them admit when they lose)
a dame
(a dame)
in the darkness of their own hearts
(is not)
is not
ever really free of love’s shackles
(end chorus)
(yes, I lured him into my territory
and captured him in my web)
no, without him I lose my sanity
my mansion won’t be haunted
(that’s not my problem)
and so
beautiful women with their little lie, lie, lies
do you or do you really not love my guy?
he doesn’t like women that are girly
he likes only a lady
I see
(if my body isn’t enough I’ll offer my every devotion)
his sacred kiss makes me feel every possible emotion
(our bond is like an oath of never being apart)
you don’t know him like I do though
(I know things about him you’ll never know)
I want your love
(end chorus)
if I let him choose, I know he’d make the right choice
(I need him to be with me, I just want to hear his voice)
this lord of darkness
(likes the spice of a lie)
surely
(surely)
he can hear my telepathy
(he’s so lovely)
(he and I share a history)
I’m drunk on the air of mystery
(every word he speaks hangs on the truth)
you never catch him uncouth
(beautiful women with their little lie, lie, lies)
their pride will never let them admit when they lose
(a dame)
a dame
in the darkness of their own hearts
(is not)
is not
ever really free of love’s shackles
liar
a pretty liar
you are
(end chorus)
Undead Dance Rock
(verse 1)
rise from the sealed crypt
let this gore rhythm be your new heartbeat
get up zombies and even the mummies from Egypt
the time has come to rock in the world of living
melody of death
dance and be thriving
missing eyes and a couple of loose limbs
that’s okay just hit the beat right with your thumbs
a foggy night
a spooky fright
and a party that starts at October’s sunset
set the mood with some spiders, candles, and black amps
the dance floor is a (undead dance rock)
(chorus)
it’s a scarlet night
music becomes blood for a fright
your stomps are the drums
(undead dance rock)
scream your nightmares
stand up like neck hairs
hypnotic like a vampire’s stare
the power of the undead
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
an uninvited guest may show up at the door
blow the roof off this haunted house
leave these ghouls wanting more
the spirit of rock and roll is alive and well
but the electric guitars of the dead
will put you under an everlasting spell
brew trouble
on the double
feel the dying pulse
of the cymbals, yeah
(bridge)
that eternal slumber was to build up energy
you need it for when you’re dancing
amongst the living all night
grab your pick, get on stage, it’s showtime
give them a scare all night
let your soul leave your body grime
let’s do the (undead dance rock)
(chorus)
we don’t want any tricks
our music is our only treats
it never ever stops
(undead dance rock)
flying high like bats
unlucky like black cats
we love all of that
this is the brain that we crave
(undead dance rock)
starlines are stage lights
constellations of the night
our moves are so wrong they’re right
(end chorus)
(bridge)
just when you thought
you got rid of us ghosts
we come back and make the most of
(undead dance rock)
(chorus)
it’s a scarlet night
music becomes blood for a fright
your stomps are the drums
(undead dance rock)
scream your nightmares
stand up like neck hairs
hypnotic like a vampire’s stare
(undead dance rock)
we don’t want any tricks
our music is our only treats
it never ever stops
(undead dance rock)
flying high like bats
unlucky like black cats
we love all of that
this is the brain that we crave
(undead dance rock)
starlines are stage lights
constellations of the night
our moves are so wrong they’re right
I want to eat your brain
(end chorus)
(verse 3)
for all eternity
for all eternity
for all eternity
it’s an endless party
(verse 1)
rise from the sealed crypt
let this gore rhythm be your new heartbeat
get up zombies and even the mummies from Egypt
the time has come to rock in the world of living
melody of death
dance and be thriving
that’s okay just hit the beat right with your thumbs
a foggy night
a spooky fright
and a party that starts at October’s sunset
the dance floor is a (undead dance rock)
it’s a scarlet night
music becomes blood for a fright
your stomps are the drums
(undead dance rock)
scream your nightmares
stand up like neck hairs
hypnotic like a vampire’s stare
the power of the undead
(end chorus)
an uninvited guest may show up at the door
blow the roof off this haunted house
leave these ghouls wanting more
the spirit of rock and roll is alive and well
but the electric guitars of the dead
will put you under an everlasting spell
on the double
feel the dying pulse
of the cymbals, yeah
that eternal slumber was to build up energy
you need it for when you’re dancing
amongst the living all night
give them a scare all night
let your soul leave your body grime
let’s do the (undead dance rock)
we don’t want any tricks
our music is our only treats
it never ever stops
(undead dance rock)
flying high like bats
unlucky like black cats
we love all of that
this is the brain that we crave
(undead dance rock)
starlines are stage lights
constellations of the night
our moves are so wrong they’re right
(end chorus)
just when you thought
you got rid of us ghosts
we come back and make the most of
(undead dance rock)
it’s a scarlet night
music becomes blood for a fright
your stomps are the drums
(undead dance rock)
scream your nightmares
stand up like neck hairs
hypnotic like a vampire’s stare
(undead dance rock)
we don’t want any tricks
our music is our only treats
it never ever stops
(undead dance rock)
flying high like bats
unlucky like black cats
we love all of that
this is the brain that we crave
(undead dance rock)
starlines are stage lights
constellations of the night
our moves are so wrong they’re right
I want to eat your brain
(end chorus)
for all eternity
for all eternity
for all eternity
it’s an endless party
Trinity Field
(verse 1)
guided by the fearless hero
from an age of old
toward a sparkling future
where all feelings are true
a legend of the mind
a golden princess had been captured within her dream
the prince of the forest slept quietly by the stream
he woke up, grabbed his sword
and faced his greatest foe
fighting every battle
wearing heavy armor
until the fight was won
the light of life
ended pain and strife
the princess awoke to the victorious hero’s call
and from the shadows he stood tall
more and more
more and more
more and more
he became strong
as promised
(chorus)
guided by the fearless hero
from an age of old
crossing every deep river
and climbing treacherous mountain
sparks flew off his sword
with every strike and swing
until he could bring
a victory to the kingdom
in the morning light
there is divinity
in the trinity field
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
magic cast upon the land
drenched the stale air
the people of the town
were covered in scarlet
but he took up arms once again
once and for all
the melody of the rain
the past like a stain
did not stop him at all
reality remembered the time
allies rose once more
the battlefield shook with might again
the hero’s energy
surely rose
surely rose
surely rose
to protect his love
as promised
(chorus)
guided by might and dodging
downpours of arrows
courage filled the sky
and sincerity shook the earth
with only his pride
he made the evil fade
until he could bring
a victory to the kingdom
in the morning light
with only the power
of his divine mind
(end chorus)
(bridge)
after one final push
he vanquished his final foe
with his legendary sword
and a decisive blow
he then smiled
and he lived
happily ever after
like the story
in fairytales
(chorus)
guided by the fearless hero
from an age of old
crossing every deep river
and climbing treacherous mountain
sparks flew off his sword
with every strike and swing
until he could bring
a victory to the kingdom
in the morning light
there is divinity
in the trinity field
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
guided by the fearless hero
from an age of old
toward a sparkling future
where all feelings are true
a legend of the mind
the prince of the forest slept quietly by the stream
he woke up, grabbed his sword
and faced his greatest foe
fighting every battle
wearing heavy armor
until the fight was won
ended pain and strife
the princess awoke to the victorious hero’s call
and from the shadows he stood tall
more and more
more and more
more and more
he became strong
as promised
guided by the fearless hero
from an age of old
crossing every deep river
and climbing treacherous mountain
sparks flew off his sword
with every strike and swing
until he could bring
a victory to the kingdom
in the morning light
there is divinity
in the trinity field
(end chorus)
magic cast upon the land
drenched the stale air
the people of the town
were covered in scarlet
but he took up arms once again
once and for all
the melody of the rain
the past like a stain
did not stop him at all
allies rose once more
the battlefield shook with might again
the hero’s energy
surely rose
surely rose
surely rose
to protect his love
as promised
guided by might and dodging
downpours of arrows
courage filled the sky
and sincerity shook the earth
with only his pride
he made the evil fade
until he could bring
a victory to the kingdom
in the morning light
with only the power
of his divine mind
(end chorus)
after one final push
he vanquished his final foe
with his legendary sword
and a decisive blow
he then smiled
and he lived
happily ever after
like the story
in fairytales
guided by the fearless hero
from an age of old
crossing every deep river
and climbing treacherous mountain
sparks flew off his sword
with every strike and swing
until he could bring
a victory to the kingdom
in the morning light
there is divinity
in the trinity field
(end chorus)
storia
(verse 1)
the women of London
have a secret they’ll never tell
the women of this town
sought their revenge as well
and ripped Jack until he cracked
who cares if we’re in the slums of East London?
we want justice for our fellow women
and we won’t rest until it’s done
Scotland Yard’s wives have supper waiting at home
they have to get to it before the cobblestone streets are cold and alone
Annie Chapman said a drunk man confessed
in Whitechapel so we got dressed
and done the deed and cleansed a sin
(chorus)
the men have gone too far
it doesn’t matter if he’s English or Irish
don’t tell a soul, not even your parish
our story veiled by fog follows him to his grave
he took their voices by slashing their throats
we got rid of him by taking his life
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
their stories resonated with us
treated less than dogs
rumors of horror passed in whispers
Queen Victoria hid the prince away
the dried bloodstains are here stay
(chorus)
the men have gone too far
it doesn’t matter if he’s English or Irish
don’t tell a soul, not even your parish
our story veiled by fog follows him to his grave
he took their voices by slashing their throats
we got rid of him by taking his life
(end chorus)
(bridge)
send half of his kidney to the press
then wash your hands of this bloody mess
five victims are five too many
they were wives, they were sisters, they had lives
ripped tragically short
(chorus)
the men have gone too far
it doesn’t matter if he’s English or Irish
don’t tell a soul, not even your parish
our story veiled by fog follows him to his grave
he took their voices by slashing their throats
we got rid of him by taking his life
the murders faded got lost in the words of record history
but these women never forgot this story
(end chorus)
Oblivious
(verse 1)
(pain piercing like icy rain
rage burns like a candle starting a house fire
caught in the curtains gone is my silhouette
what remains are ashes of my regret, ahh)
ahh, ahh, ahh
ahh, ahh, ahh
ahh, ahh, ahh
(my deep sorrow)
in the amphitheater of my dark clouded mind
is an empty monochrome carnival
imaginary figures who are supposed to be my only friends
still point at me on stage with dirty fingers
(chorus)
oblivious, my pain means nothing to the real world
their unending hurt is my twisted sustenance
their judging stares keep me at a cornered distance
together, let’s end it all
destruction befalls
ahh, ahh, ahh
ahh, ahh, ahh
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
unconditional love is a happy child’s fairytale
while I stay unnoticed by the gothic archways
being shunned is what I’m used to so well
the black-feathered angel, loneliness, keeps me company
(chorus)
oblivious, I want to be on the inside looking out
see their movements field with anxiety and self-doubt
if they had hearts of darkness
then we could all bare witness
as the light becomes shadow
(end chorus)
(bridge)
someday, it’ll all be gone
finally then, my will has won
fire up burns, wince at ice
wounds cut deep, you can’t sleep
through any season
because of jagged reasons
nothing heals feelings like these
ahh, ahh, ahh
ahh, ahh, ahh
(pain piercing like icy rain
rage burns like a candle starting a house fire
caught in the curtains gone is my silhouette
what remains are ashes of my regret, ahh)
(chorus)
oblivious, my pain means nothing to the real world
their unending hurt is my twisted sustenance
their judging stares keep me at a cornered distance
together, let’s end it all
destruction befalls
oblivious, I want to be on the inside looking out
see their movements field with anxiety and self-doubt
if they had hearts of darkness
then we could all bare witness
as the light becomes shadow
ahh, ahh, ahh
ahh, ahh, ahh
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
the women of London
have a secret they’ll never tell
the women of this town
sought their revenge as well
and ripped Jack until he cracked
we want justice for our fellow women
and we won’t rest until it’s done
Scotland Yard’s wives have supper waiting at home
they have to get to it before the cobblestone streets are cold and alone
Annie Chapman said a drunk man confessed
in Whitechapel so we got dressed
and done the deed and cleansed a sin
the men have gone too far
it doesn’t matter if he’s English or Irish
don’t tell a soul, not even your parish
our story veiled by fog follows him to his grave
he took their voices by slashing their throats
we got rid of him by taking his life
(end chorus)
their stories resonated with us
treated less than dogs
rumors of horror passed in whispers
Queen Victoria hid the prince away
the dried bloodstains are here stay
the men have gone too far
it doesn’t matter if he’s English or Irish
don’t tell a soul, not even your parish
our story veiled by fog follows him to his grave
he took their voices by slashing their throats
we got rid of him by taking his life
(end chorus)
send half of his kidney to the press
then wash your hands of this bloody mess
five victims are five too many
they were wives, they were sisters, they had lives
ripped tragically short
the men have gone too far
it doesn’t matter if he’s English or Irish
don’t tell a soul, not even your parish
our story veiled by fog follows him to his grave
he took their voices by slashing their throats
we got rid of him by taking his life
the murders faded got lost in the words of record history
but these women never forgot this story
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
(pain piercing like icy rain
rage burns like a candle starting a house fire
caught in the curtains gone is my silhouette
what remains are ashes of my regret, ahh)
ahh, ahh, ahh
ahh, ahh, ahh
(my deep sorrow)
is an empty monochrome carnival
imaginary figures who are supposed to be my only friends
still point at me on stage with dirty fingers
oblivious, my pain means nothing to the real world
their unending hurt is my twisted sustenance
their judging stares keep me at a cornered distance
together, let’s end it all
destruction befalls
ahh, ahh, ahh
ahh, ahh, ahh
(end chorus)
unconditional love is a happy child’s fairytale
while I stay unnoticed by the gothic archways
being shunned is what I’m used to so well
the black-feathered angel, loneliness, keeps me company
oblivious, I want to be on the inside looking out
see their movements field with anxiety and self-doubt
if they had hearts of darkness
then we could all bare witness
as the light becomes shadow
(end chorus)
someday, it’ll all be gone
finally then, my will has won
fire up burns, wince at ice
wounds cut deep, you can’t sleep
through any season
because of jagged reasons
nothing heals feelings like these
ahh, ahh, ahh
rage burns like a candle starting a house fire
caught in the curtains gone is my silhouette
what remains are ashes of my regret, ahh)
oblivious, my pain means nothing to the real world
their unending hurt is my twisted sustenance
their judging stares keep me at a cornered distance
together, let’s end it all
destruction befalls
oblivious, I want to be on the inside looking out
see their movements field with anxiety and self-doubt
if they had hearts of darkness
then we could all bare witness
as the light becomes shadow
ahh, ahh, ahh
ahh, ahh, ahh
(end chorus)
Red Moon
(verse 1)
(witches with continuous curses
we have our own crosses to bear)
there’s bloodlust in my sorrows
my poor Dorothea set ablaze at the stake
they got the wrong innocent sister but tomorrow
they’ll pay for their wicked ways
wishing they had minded their own business
the humans have their trials and proof
I’ve got my revenge and cruel curses
because she was no more a witch
than that man a wizard
they took away her life and our link
may God give them blood to drink
(chorus)
recite the incantation while thinking of your reason
contain your thirst for calamity
and curse your destiny
wait for the red moon
dye their lives in their own foolish blood
bury them underneath a thin layer of mud
and mourn your beloved
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I’ve cried tears of my own crimson
I don’t care what happens to me
they’ll pay for their treason
what’s wrong with making potions for the ill
connecting with nature and serving God’s will
Mary Good is a liar
she’s sin incarnate and a jealous finger pointer
they’ll see what a spell can do
I’ll summon hell itself and burn them all down
(chorus)
recite the incantation while thinking of your reason
contain your thirst for calamity
and curse your destiny
wait for the red moon
dye their lives in their own foolish blood
bury them underneath a thin layer of mud
and mourn your beloved
(end chorus)
(bridge)
wipe them all from their precious colony
my skin has been green with envy
they get to be normal
and they want to put me under control
they’ll pay, they’ll all pay
(witches with continuous curses
we have our own crosses to bear)
I just wanted to help the world with white magic
but my soul turned as black as a charcoal cat
no good deed goes unpunished
and I won’t die until my will’s finished
(chorus)
recite the incantation while thinking of your reason
contain your thirst for calamity
and curse your destiny
wait for the red moon
dye their lives in their own foolish blood
bury them underneath a thin layer of mud
and mourn your beloved
recite the incantation while thinking of my reason
contain my thirst for calamity
and curse my destiny
here’s the blessed red moon
dye their lives in their own foolish blood
bury them underneath a thin layer of mud
and mourn my beloved… sister
(witches with continuous curses
we have our own crosses to bear
there’s nothing left for us here
witches with continuous curses
we have our own crosses to bear
there’s nothing left for us here
witches with continuous curses
we have our own crosses to bear
there’s nothing left for us here)
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
(witches with continuous curses
we have our own crosses to bear)
my poor Dorothea set ablaze at the stake
they got the wrong innocent sister but tomorrow
they’ll pay for their wicked ways
wishing they had minded their own business
the humans have their trials and proof
I’ve got my revenge and cruel curses
because she was no more a witch
than that man a wizard
they took away her life and our link
may God give them blood to drink
recite the incantation while thinking of your reason
contain your thirst for calamity
and curse your destiny
wait for the red moon
dye their lives in their own foolish blood
bury them underneath a thin layer of mud
and mourn your beloved
(end chorus)
I’ve cried tears of my own crimson
I don’t care what happens to me
they’ll pay for their treason
what’s wrong with making potions for the ill
connecting with nature and serving God’s will
Mary Good is a liar
she’s sin incarnate and a jealous finger pointer
they’ll see what a spell can do
I’ll summon hell itself and burn them all down
recite the incantation while thinking of your reason
contain your thirst for calamity
and curse your destiny
wait for the red moon
dye their lives in their own foolish blood
bury them underneath a thin layer of mud
and mourn your beloved
(end chorus)
wipe them all from their precious colony
my skin has been green with envy
they get to be normal
and they want to put me under control
they’ll pay, they’ll all pay
we have our own crosses to bear)
but my soul turned as black as a charcoal cat
no good deed goes unpunished
and I won’t die until my will’s finished
recite the incantation while thinking of your reason
contain your thirst for calamity
and curse your destiny
wait for the red moon
dye their lives in their own foolish blood
bury them underneath a thin layer of mud
and mourn your beloved
recite the incantation while thinking of my reason
contain my thirst for calamity
and curse my destiny
here’s the blessed red moon
dye their lives in their own foolish blood
bury them underneath a thin layer of mud
and mourn my beloved… sister
(witches with continuous curses
we have our own crosses to bear
there’s nothing left for us here
witches with continuous curses
we have our own crosses to bear
there’s nothing left for us here
witches with continuous curses
we have our own crosses to bear
there’s nothing left for us here)
(end chorus)
the scariest thing of all
has to be you can't accurately
pick out a murderer
(chorus)
is it your husband? is it your wife?
is it your mother after your own life?
leave like a father, run like white river water
perhaps a jealous sister
or a random mister
your own brother couldn't possibly hurt another
or could he? or could they?
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
chasing to the ending
a life cut short
a knife can't cut suffering
maybe it was an accident
but either way, it was tragic
the knife just slipped
the gun fired on its own
a case of mistaken identity
their mind told them
it was a supernatural entity
people can be creatures of pure malice
after all, it's hard to look away from chaos
(chorus)
is it your husband? is it your wife?
is it your mother after your own life?
leave like a father, run like white river water
perhaps a jealous sister
or a random mister
your own brother couldn't possibly hurt another
or could he? or could they?
(end chorus)
(bridge)
asking the important question
becoming paranoid over little actions
what are the motives?
what did you do wrong?
have they taken many lives?
maybe they're too strong
is that poison in your porcelain cup?
is that a message written in blood?
is that black rose a sign of death?
have all these ravens gathered here for a purpose?
will the body be found or will it rust?
(chorus)
is it your husband? is it your wife?
is it your mother after your own life?
leave like a father, run like white river water
perhaps a jealous sister
or a random mister
your own brother couldn't possibly hurt another
or could he? or could they?
is it your husband? is it your wife?
is it your mother after your own life?
leave like a father, run like white river water
perhaps a jealous sister
or a random mister
your own brother couldn't possibly hurt another
or could he? or could they?
(end chorus)
Still Doll
(verse 1)
I miss Alice
she’s still here under the rickety floorboards
I mishear ghostly footsteps for her cold heartbeat
her still doll stares at me in bed
her still doll grows from her dread
(chorus)
don’t let me fall asleep
at dusk it creeps unto me
and sobs in screams
I swear as the days cross
the still doll looks more and more like her
does it possess her memory?
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I miss Alice
she stabs away at time using the pointed hands of the clock
and the silent pendulum won’t be my shield
the still doll tolls my life’s bell
the still doll I drowned in a shallow well
(chorus)
don’t let me fall asleep
it still wishes to reap
its own sorrows
it’s after my wretched life
it’ll toy and stick a knife in my torso
and watch me bleed so
do you not answer?
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
I miss Alice
she’s still here under the rickety floorboards
I mishear ghostly footsteps for her cold heartbeat
her still doll stares at me in bed
her still doll grows from her dread
don’t let me fall asleep
at dusk it creeps unto me
and sobs in screams
I swear as the days cross
the still doll looks more and more like her
does it possess her memory?
(end chorus)
I miss Alice
she stabs away at time using the pointed hands of the clock
and the silent pendulum won’t be my shield
the still doll tolls my life’s bell
the still doll I drowned in a shallow well
don’t let me fall asleep
it still wishes to reap
its own sorrows
it’s after my wretched life
it’ll toy and stick a knife in my torso
and watch me bleed so
do you not answer?
(end chorus)
Prohibition of Telepathy
(verse 1)
(tell me why, tell me why
chu chu tell me why
tell me why, tell me why)
an old city and a new dawn
putting myself in dangerous situations
not being responsible for my own actions
no (no), not that (not that)
I was raised on these concrete streets
the cold blue glass of the skyscrapers
matches the denim of my new jumper
no (no), not that (not that)
it’s you who I’m going to meet
the Empire State Building rises to the gray sky above
I wonder if you can feel my intense love
do you know that I like you?
(chorus)
(telepathy) sayonara to my bad bad nerves
(telepathy) this is what becomes of a girl who loves
can you even read my deep thoughts?
translate my ideas into words that you write
(telepathy) sayonara to my bad bad nerves
(telepathy) I’d be by you through all the twists and swerves
with your telepathy can you really read
oh yes, my confession I profess oh so bravely
this man is heavenly
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I started smoking because you smoke
I light up yet I still get choked
I know (I know), you know (you know)
we’re one in the same
the truth is I wanted to be as cool as you
the reality is I just want to be with you in your circle
(chorus)
(sympathy) take it easy on my fragile heart
(sympathy) this bad boy could tear me apart
hanging out in back street alleys
getting in cat fights just for kicks
(sympathy) it’s a colder October than usual
(sympathy) you think I’m just silly and juvenile
I can show you that I’m your perfect match
really every day in every way I am such a catch
it’s my telepathy
(end chorus)
(chorus)
(telepathy) sayonara to my bad bad nerves
(telepathy) this is what becomes of a girl who loves
can you even read my deep thoughts?
translate my ideas into words that you write
(telepathy) sayonara to my bad bad nerves
(telepathy) I’d be by you through all the twists and swerves
with your telepathy can you really read
oh yes, my confession I profess oh so bravely
this man is heavenly
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
(tell me why, tell me why
chu chu tell me why
tell me why, tell me why)
an old city and a new dawn
not being responsible for my own actions
no (no), not that (not that)
I was raised on these concrete streets
matches the denim of my new jumper
no (no), not that (not that)
it’s you who I’m going to meet
I wonder if you can feel my intense love
do you know that I like you?
(telepathy) sayonara to my bad bad nerves
(telepathy) this is what becomes of a girl who loves
can you even read my deep thoughts?
translate my ideas into words that you write
(telepathy) sayonara to my bad bad nerves
(telepathy) I’d be by you through all the twists and swerves
with your telepathy can you really read
oh yes, my confession I profess oh so bravely
this man is heavenly
(end chorus)
I started smoking because you smoke
I light up yet I still get choked
I know (I know), you know (you know)
we’re one in the same
the reality is I just want to be with you in your circle
(sympathy) take it easy on my fragile heart
(sympathy) this bad boy could tear me apart
hanging out in back street alleys
getting in cat fights just for kicks
(sympathy) it’s a colder October than usual
(sympathy) you think I’m just silly and juvenile
I can show you that I’m your perfect match
really every day in every way I am such a catch
it’s my telepathy
(end chorus)
(telepathy) sayonara to my bad bad nerves
(telepathy) this is what becomes of a girl who loves
can you even read my deep thoughts?
translate my ideas into words that you write
(telepathy) sayonara to my bad bad nerves
(telepathy) I’d be by you through all the twists and swerves
with your telepathy can you really read
oh yes, my confession I profess oh so bravely
this man is heavenly
(end chorus)
Once Again
(verse 1)
(can't forget your love)
it's a ghostly force that I can't explain
(can't forget your love)
you try to, try to get away, but it's all in vain
you put on a spell on me
just like New York City
the night is young
and carbon fills my lungs
we're stuck in a yellow taxi cab
making out in traffic, we're so bad
so far the day can't get any worse
we hooked up and you broke up with me
a bad boy move that's so sneaky
I want to stab you through your black heart
yet you knock on my apartment door
the neighbors know your name
that much is sure
you say you just can't commit
you damn punk, I don't feel the same
can you just quit, baby?
(chorus)
I will love you once again
my love sinks into your dead frozen heart
I'm chasing you through Central Park
I will love you once again
stop playing hide and seek with me in the dark
you know it won't work
(can't forget your love)
my mama says I might be obsessed
(can't forget your love)
seeing your frame out my door and I'm depressed
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
the first snow of the year fell this morning
Brooklyn Bridge is covered in a blanket of white
on the street you make your way, strutting
to some girl's building you just met
how many of us rumors are there?
it's like you don't even care
you got the muscles and thick hair
I got my anger and steel nerves
(chorus)
I will love you once again
my love sinks into your dead frozen heart
you'll hate me and it's for the very best
I will love you once again
someday you'll be full of significant regrets
and your cheeks will be wet
(can't forget your love)
it's a ghostly force that I can't explain
(can't forget your love)
you try to, try to get away, but it's all in vain
(end chorus)
(chorus)
I will love you once again
my love sinks into your dead frozen heart
I'm chasing you through Central Park
I will love you once again
stop playing this game of hide and seek with me
you'll be left lonely
(can't forget your love)
my mama says I might be obsessed
(can't forget your love)
seeing your frame out my door and I'm depressed
(end chorus)
MY-STER-IOUSLY
(verse 1)
the daylight finally wanes into night
and I swear I saw an angel around
that five-star Michelin restaurant I like
a few glasses of red wine with my dinner
I begin to think that he was my waiter
but all I can remember was his bright halo
when I catch a glimpse
I give chase but haven't seen him since
I see Christmas lights from the train
a familiar man runs in the rain
is that him again?
(chorus)
mysteriously, he comes into my life and then he disappears
like a phantom or rogue
if only his figure did not go up in smoke
mysteriously, he's gone and then he suddenly reappears
I grab his hand
so I can not pretend
he belongs to me
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
reactions lead to interactions
love songs are music that I can't sing
I don't understand their hidden feelings
my red scarf and matching mittens
his smiling face has me smitten
our coats get tangled up
I go in for a hug
I think my heart has sprung
(chorus)
mysteriously, he came into my life and turned it around
like a Statue of Liberty
I can see his white wings when he can't, I can
mysteriously, he says I'm his favorite priority
his hands in mine
frozen in time
I belong to him
(end chorus)
(chorus)
mysteriously, he comes into my life and then he disappears
like a phantom or rogue
if only his figure did not go up in smoke
mysteriously, he's gone and then he suddenly reappears
I grab his hand
so I can not pretend
he belongs to me
(end chorus)
CITY N...ever Sleeps
(verse 1)
the world keeps spinning round
the world keeps spinning round
Las Vegas never sleeps and so do we
London is a mystery probably just because it's foggy
Los Angeles has its celebrities
but these cities ain't got nothing on...
walking the streets and hitting the retail racks
high fashion and underground subway tracks
the best food and a lively mood
all those cities ain't got nothing on New York City
every citizen seems so famous like they're all on Broadway
Times Square keeps us in the know
Grand Central Station sends us always on the go
(chorus)
not yet, make up, lights, camera, action
this city never sleeps and so do we
not yet, make up, lights, camera, action
so many attractions
for our satisfaction
New York City never ever sleeps
New York City has red painted streets
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
Fifth Avenue is a hot spot in Manhattan
I'd rather shop, drop, and live a little than
be stuck at home and be bored
Saks, Tiffany, and Macy's all for me
these buildings are lined in cashmere and Burberry
Prada and Louboutin are what we wear
Saint Lauren gives us a flare along with Gucci
(chorus)
not yet, make up, lights, camera, action
this city never sleeps and so do we
not yet, make up, lights, camera, action
so many attractions
for our satisfaction
(end chorus)
(chorus)
not yet, make up, lights, camera, action
this city never sleeps and so do we
not yet, make up, lights, camera, action
so many attractions
for our satisfaction
(end chorus)
(bridge)
we're like the museums filled with priceless art
we're so cool that we always play it smart
(chorus)
not yet, make up, lights, camera, action
this city never sleeps and so do we
not yet, make up, lights, camera, action
so many attractions
for our satisfaction
New York City never ever sleeps
New York City has red painted streets
New York City never ever sleeps
New York City has red painted streets
the world keeps spinning round
the world keeps spinning round
(end chorus)
Blue Velvet
(verse 1)
(1, 2, 1, 2, 3)
I want to do that again
get drunk and be dramatic
take me home and take off my lifted clothes
one night in blessed sin
a reputation that's problematic
boy I, boy I need the bad attitude you wear for a night
love me, let go of me
pick me up and then throw me down on your bed sheets
trace my new tattoo
show me your scenic view
then speedily come unglued
(chorus)
it's useless to act like
I'm not a cat prowling the midnight
acid washed jeans on your floor
and a deep voice that yearns for me more
fresh cherry lip gloss
hands on my ass saying "I want you"
superficiality
cuz you just met me, no no no
a dangerous game of billiards
with two controversial figures
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
blue velvet, a dramatic night
I chalk your cue
and wrap my hips around you on the pool table
buy me a decent drink
looking at you from the bathroom mirror sink
you don't know where we are
is this still the intersection bar?
love me, less lonely
we're the only two in this crowded dingy dive
a folded bill from your wallet, a five
a forceful hand on my thigh
into the night, we drive
(chorus)
passion, to me, is
a man getting what he wants at midnight
his jealousy is charming
it's the stupid truth
knocking out for me
any guy who looks wrongly, I want you
a jerk to the world, oh no no no
he's the guy for me
so seductively
(end chorus)
(bridge)
I guess I got caught up
in the liquor he pours in my cup
I can't do all that
I'm still a stray street cat
I belong to no man
but he's the Jack to my Diane
I don't know anymore
I guess I got no choice
(chorus)
it's useless to act like
I'm not a cat prowling the midnight
acid washed jeans on your floor
and a deep voice that yearns for me more
fresh cherry lip gloss
hands on my ass saying "I want you"
superficiality
cuz you just met me, no no no
a dangerous game of billiards
with two controversial figures
(end chorus)
Loved People
(verse 1)
my chest is about to explode
my heart is beating so very loud
that I wonder if you can hear the beat
I'm being torn apart
it's all your fault
you can stop me with one kiss
from those familiar rugged lips
your power possessed over me
I'd never ever say it
but it's just enough to destroy
you said for me to close my eyes
not to listen to all the made up lies
printed in the city's newspapers
our different natures
I'll protect our love with my sacred prayers
(chorus)
for the sake of me, for the sake of me
lie to my pretty face
for the sake of you, for the sake of you
I won't desert my fate
why can't we be just like all the other loved people
you said you'd protect me from evil
our power as a destined star crossed couple
will always have a status of regal
I hope
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
of course I choose to believe you
you've always been the one who is true
the man I call husband
the rooftop party where we met and I held your hand
you craved to live life in the penthouse
I support your goals as your spouse
a match made in heaven
now they want to take
the wealth we made with your succession
(chorus)
you can protect me, you can protect me
let's defend our property
I will stay by you, I will stay by you
for the sake of our family
together we can build a new city
our love can be the only remedy
from this we will only grow stronger
the barrage of hate won't last much longer
(end chorus)
(chorus)
for the sake of me, for the sake of me
lie to my pretty face
for the sake of you, for the sake of you
I won't desert my fate
why can't we be just like all the other loved people
you said you'd protect me from evil
our power as a destined star crossed couple
will always have a status of regal
I hope
(end chorus)
Cosmos
(verse 1)
I see with my little eye
way up in the sky
a cosmos so far away
a hot autumn and a full clothes line
a white dress and a ring on my finger
I'm not quite used to yet
my mother's been quiet lately these days
give me marriage advice
flip through photo albums
boxes piled at the entrance
I'm supposed to leave out today
but I don't want to go
she's always gone out of her way
just for her baby
I'll never be able to
sacrifice like they do
(chorus)
for one more day I'll still be your little child
how did you keep me from being so wild?
I'm a flower that some boy wanted to pick
tomorrow my last name will change
but I'll always be the same
wrapped by my lover in crimson and clover
he takes me away from my old life
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I'm beginning to wonder if my newlywed house will ever be a home
it's so unfamiliar and lacks people
when did I reach this age and become an adult?
I may be a woman but I don't feel it
I'm too nervous to eat though mother
cooked my favorite dinner
she cries at the table in her assigned seat
she's proud and can tell that I'm complete
however, however a daughter still needs her mother
(chorus)
thank you for giving birth to me
there are not enough words that I need
to express how much I love you so ever dearly
I may be going away but I'm not gone
I'll come visit on weekends
and letters that we can send
but please promise me that this is not goodbye
(end chorus)
Red Sensation
(verse 1)
(red sensation, sensation)
I am a legend
that's become quite infamous
everything I do, they copy too like it's new
they aim for the crown
but they can't bear the weight
I'm loved and I'm hated like Marie Antoinette
(chorus)
red sensation, rumors spread like wildfire, but I don't care
red sensation, their sweet affection turns to bitter hatred so easily
but it is useless, I'll always have their attention and sheer adoration
but it is useless, the hearts of millions already belongs to me
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
they trumped up charges
now they're trying to execute
they talk behind my back
but face to face, they can't shoot
so take me up to the guillotine
I've been charming diplomats since a teen
(chorus)
red sensation, it's in my crimson blood, I'm purebred royalty
red sensation, I've sent more nations to war than I care to admit
but it is useless, once you're under my spell, it can't be broken
but it is useless, my public won't move an inch unless I permit
(end chorus)
(bridge)
I let you into my grand castle
you betrayed me and stole all my jewels
(chorus)
red sensation, rumors spread like wildfire, but I don't care
red sensation, their sweet affection turns to bitter hatred so easily
but it is useless, I'll always have their attention and sheer adoration
but it is useless, the hearts of millions already belongs to me
(end chorus)
Rock'n'Roll Widow
(verse 1)
I've always had the spirit of a rock'n'roller
I'm married to the life, but it got a good lawyer
I don't want to settle down or have no babies
it's ride or die though my motorcycle's impounded
break my heart out of this prison
let my soul roar like an electric guitar
I'm going out tonight
and there ain't, there ain't, there ain't
there ain't, there ain't a damn thing you can do about it, alright?
(chorus)
rock'n'roll widow, uh huh huh
rock'n'roll widow, uh huh huh
the lifestyle may be done with me
but I'm not done with it
I'm still chandelier swinging
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I've always had the spirit of a rock'n'roller
I'm a bad woman not a little bad girl
shout and throw beer bottles at me
the thrill of danger is pure ecstasy
adrenaline rush gets me high as the sky
kick and smash to drum beats and basslines
and there ain't, there ain't, there ain't
there ain't, there ain't no cops at the bars
whoo!
(chorus)
rock'n'roll widow, uh huh huh
rock'n'roll widow, uh huh huh
the lifestyle may be done with me
but I'm not done with it
I'm still chandelier swinging
(end chorus)
(chorus)
rock'n'roll widow, uh huh huh
rock'n'roll widow, uh huh huh
rock'n'roll widow, uh huh huh
uh huh huh, uh huh huh
(end chorus)
The Other Side of Goodbye
(verse 1)
I can't say I'm not thankful
when I look through my old photo album
I know I've acted ungrateful
but all I'm seeing is tears, laughter, and memories
we all passed down our legends
it was like those decades lasted just seconds
a lifetime that lasts eternity
but all I'm seeing is tears, laughter, and memories
(chorus)
a last song for you, last song for you
a little blue, but I promise it'll always feel brand new
a last song for you, last song for you
in my mind, you'll walk through the same door like you always do
I swear I loved this place
I swear I loved every face
I swear on this melody, I swear we were in harmony
we shared enemies, we cared so friendly
it was then that I learned
everything's not in black and white
thank you for kindness, thank you for your tenderness
thank you for smile, thank you for your love
thank you for everything
this goodbye has another side
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
and when you think fondly of me
I hope you'll tell your family
about the jokes and pranks
through all happy tears, laughter, and memories
people grow up and grow apart
but that doesn't mean that
you're not in my heart
or in my prayers, tears, laughter, and memories
(chorus)
a last song for you, last song for you
a little blue, but I promise it'll always feel brand new
a last song for you, last song for you
in my mind, you'll walk through the same door like you always do
I swear I loved this place
I swear I loved every face
I swear on this melody, I swear we were in harmony
we shared enemies, we cared so friendly
it was then that I learned
everything's not in black and white
thank you for kindness, thank you for your tenderness
thank you for smile, thank you for your love
thank you for everything
this goodbye has another side, this goodbye has another side
this goodbye has another side
(end chorus)
How Many Blue Skies Have There Been?
(verse 1)
the times are changing
and I guess I'm staying the same
the days pass us right by
the players swap out like the rules of the game
I'm no longer little, but I'm not quite big
I just like spending time in the wind with you
is it okay to be in love with the ordinary?
the future splashes me like cold water
I can't swim up the rapid stream
I'm falling behind, I want to stay beside you
but I need to stop and take a breath too
in these turbulent times, it's best to slow down
if you don't look up or take a look around
how free can you feel, what are your ideals?
(chorus)
how many blue skies have there been above?
there are too many to count,
at least that's what I think
the sun rises and sets blink by blink
every day unchanging each week
even still we forget somethings
how many blue skies have there been above?
we can't let our youth just pass us right by
you and I live in daydreams
we should still look up every once in awhile
(at the clear sky for miles)
I hope you won't let who you are now go to waste
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
it's like the icy coldness opened up my eyes
the world outside our small town is full of lies
the life that I've been given
became heavy in my hands and
I thought "I'll do it someday"
eternity is still short anyway
I love you too much to let you throw away
another average regular day
let's run into the blue and the grey
(chorus)
how many blue skies have there been above?
there are too many to count,
at least that's what I think
the sun rises and sets blink by blink
every day unchanging each week
even still we forget somethings
how many blue skies have there been above?
we can't let our youth just pass us right by
you and I live in daydreams
we should still look up every once in awhile
(at the clear sky for miles)
I hope you won't let who you are now go to waste
(end chorus)
(bridge)
if you close your eyes there
you may be able to hear
the sound of what's still inside of you
neither ourselves or the skies up there are always sunny
I do not know
when the next blue sky will be
I'm looking up right now
hoping to start something
I won't let it get in my way
the something I can do today
and tomorrow and forever always
(chorus)
the next time the sky is blue again
you might notice it yourself right then
even if your tears are overflowing
the sun won't be crying
(if you really look up)
I hope as a result you'll become even stronger
we are alive right now
time is like a stream's flow
I won't wash away now
(end chorus)
I’ll Be Waiting at That Place
(verse 1)
I remember your hand on my striped umbrella
how could I forget delicate petals and bliss?
when we had to part ways at the train station
I wanted to get off at your stop and savor the season
your unwavering charm and smile
make people follow you for miles
I was skeptical until I found
you had the same effect on me
we talk on the phone
we stay up all night long
why would I ever want to go to sleep?
so long to fantasies about romance
(for me)
all along my dream was right in front of me
(like always)
time can’t possibly keep us apart
you’re so dazzling
that you’re all I could ever see
(chorus)
at the same time, on the same day
I’ll be waiting for you at that place
in my room inside of my dreams
I see you standing so casually
like we never spent any time apart
my voice shouts, does it reach your ears?
am I lost in translation?
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I’m sorry I’m lonely
you probably think so as well
but the feeling I get when we’re together
is something you can’t buy in a store
I get a taste of sweetness, and I crave more
if I ever had a soulmate
(I promise)
I’d give to you until I can’t
(oh God, please)
I catch you by the sleeve
I pull you in close
it’s been such a long time
but now you’re back, I don’t want to lose
(chorus)
no matter how much time may pass
I’ll be waiting for you at our place
hands held and jokes told
and a wink from me to you
this can’t be a coincidence
we have too much in our past
than just a kiss
(end chorus)
(bridge)
if people can’t spend eternity together
what’s the point of living forever?
if I just wanted a lover
there would be no other
if we can’t be in love for all of our days
I’d sit and just count all the ways
of how I think you are perfect
you’re so close to me
I can almost taste it
at the same time, on the same day
I’ll be waiting for you at that place
in my room inside of my dreams
I see you standing so casually
(chorus)
like we never spent any time apart
my voice shouts, does it reach your ears?
am I lost in translation? Ahh
no matter how much time may pass
I’ll be waiting for you at our place
hands held and jokes told
and a wink from me to you
this can’t be a coincidence
we have too much in our past
your smile will always last
(end chorus)
(verse 3)
I remember your hand on my striped umbrella
how could I forget delicate petals and bliss?
when we had to part ways at the train station
I wanted to get off at your stop and savor the season
Crosswalk
(verse 1)
in the middle of the clean street
how long will the light stay green?
it starts flashing and I begin hurrying
everyone else starts to brisk walk
your confessed feelings came on strong
and I felt like I was in the wrong
I wish I was like you a little more
being this indecisive and torn
my resolve will stand tall
like the skyscrapers around me
if I like myself first
surely it will translate into you
if I knew what love was
you would be my first choice
but instead I’m this shade of blue
and I hate myself too
(chorus)
decisions lead to chance
I’m taking a risk in this crosswalk
I’ve set a course and it’s to you of course
now the future doesn’t seem scary
if you knew what you meant to me
you wouldn’t be so sorry
I’m giving it my absolute all
so we can walk
together through any city
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I never thought I’d be this grown up
or make it to this point
or have this much logic
but to me, our friendship was
just like a white rose
and now our relationship
will be one that never sinks
when I get nervous
I know you’ll be there for me
and that I can look your way
and find comfort in what’s us
I’ve got a strong grip
now that I’ve come to this consensus
your strong resolve that knows what you want
makes me so envious
(chorus)
decisions lead to chance
I’m taking a risk in this crosswalk
to time has never been more right
now that I’ve got you set in my sight
the future can only seem so bright
I found it hard to find the words
until it became easy
then I found out
nothing in life is like it really seems
(end chorus)
(bridge)
when I reach out my hand
you’ll put yours into mine right
the light will switch from red
into nothing but green for me and you
I won’t take caution
I’ll throw myself into the action
and finally make up mind
all in due time in this crosswalk
(chorus)
decisions lead to chance
I’m taking a risk in this crosswalk
I’ve set a course and it’s to you of course
now the future doesn’t seem scary
if you knew what you meant to me
you wouldn’t be so sorry
I’m giving it my absolute all
so we can walk
together through any city
my walk went from a run into a sprint
I have to find where you went
and tell you I’m with you
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
I remember your hand on my striped umbrella
how could I forget delicate petals and bliss?
when we had to part ways at the train station
I wanted to get off at your stop and savor the season
your unwavering charm and smile
make people follow you for miles
I was skeptical until I found
you had the same effect on me
we talk on the phone
we stay up all night long
why would I ever want to go to sleep?
so long to fantasies about romance
(for me)
all along my dream was right in front of me
(like always)
time can’t possibly keep us apart
you’re so dazzling
that you’re all I could ever see
(chorus)
at the same time, on the same day
I’ll be waiting for you at that place
in my room inside of my dreams
I see you standing so casually
like we never spent any time apart
my voice shouts, does it reach your ears?
am I lost in translation?
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I’m sorry I’m lonely
you probably think so as well
but the feeling I get when we’re together
is something you can’t buy in a store
I get a taste of sweetness, and I crave more
if I ever had a soulmate
(I promise)
I’d give to you until I can’t
(oh God, please)
I catch you by the sleeve
I pull you in close
it’s been such a long time
but now you’re back, I don’t want to lose
(chorus)
no matter how much time may pass
I’ll be waiting for you at our place
hands held and jokes told
and a wink from me to you
this can’t be a coincidence
we have too much in our past
than just a kiss
(end chorus)
(bridge)
if people can’t spend eternity together
what’s the point of living forever?
if I just wanted a lover
there would be no other
if we can’t be in love for all of our days
I’d sit and just count all the ways
of how I think you are perfect
you’re so close to me
I can almost taste it
at the same time, on the same day
I’ll be waiting for you at that place
in my room inside of my dreams
I see you standing so casually
(chorus)
like we never spent any time apart
my voice shouts, does it reach your ears?
am I lost in translation? Ahh
no matter how much time may pass
I’ll be waiting for you at our place
hands held and jokes told
and a wink from me to you
this can’t be a coincidence
we have too much in our past
your smile will always last
(end chorus)
(verse 3)
I remember your hand on my striped umbrella
how could I forget delicate petals and bliss?
when we had to part ways at the train station
I wanted to get off at your stop and savor the season
Crosswalk
(verse 1)
in the middle of the clean street
how long will the light stay green?
it starts flashing and I begin hurrying
everyone else starts to brisk walk
your confessed feelings came on strong
and I felt like I was in the wrong
I wish I was like you a little more
being this indecisive and torn
my resolve will stand tall
like the skyscrapers around me
if I like myself first
surely it will translate into you
if I knew what love was
you would be my first choice
but instead I’m this shade of blue
and I hate myself too
(chorus)
decisions lead to chance
I’m taking a risk in this crosswalk
I’ve set a course and it’s to you of course
now the future doesn’t seem scary
if you knew what you meant to me
you wouldn’t be so sorry
I’m giving it my absolute all
so we can walk
together through any city
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I never thought I’d be this grown up
or make it to this point
or have this much logic
but to me, our friendship was
just like a white rose
and now our relationship
will be one that never sinks
when I get nervous
I know you’ll be there for me
and that I can look your way
and find comfort in what’s us
I’ve got a strong grip
now that I’ve come to this consensus
your strong resolve that knows what you want
makes me so envious
(chorus)
decisions lead to chance
I’m taking a risk in this crosswalk
to time has never been more right
now that I’ve got you set in my sight
the future can only seem so bright
I found it hard to find the words
until it became easy
then I found out
nothing in life is like it really seems
(end chorus)
(bridge)
when I reach out my hand
you’ll put yours into mine right
the light will switch from red
into nothing but green for me and you
I won’t take caution
I’ll throw myself into the action
and finally make up mind
all in due time in this crosswalk
(chorus)
decisions lead to chance
I’m taking a risk in this crosswalk
I’ve set a course and it’s to you of course
now the future doesn’t seem scary
if you knew what you meant to me
you wouldn’t be so sorry
I’m giving it my absolute all
so we can walk
together through any city
my walk went from a run into a sprint
I have to find where you went
and tell you I’m with you
(end chorus)
Last of Tight Hugs
(chorus)
hold me close and never let go
I’ll be the ivy if you’re the chimney I can climb
parting is such sweet sorrow
and I don’t want you to go
of course I want you to be happy
but I don’t want you to marry
kiss me instead and be the one who
sleeps beside me in bed
I can’t accept that ahh ahh ahh
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
while we had just gotten our cafe lattes
you told me you had a secret to share
you were getting happily married soon
and you didn’t think that I’d care
even though it breaks my heart
I guess we’re both at the age
where everyone is finding their someone
but yours was the body
that was supposed to be my somebody
and I can’t accept it any other way
sayonara to the fantasies in my head
I guess instead this is the last date
before we part, I want to take back my heart
you gave my love to someone else
(chorus)
hold me close and never let go
I’ll be the ivy if you’re the chimney I can climb
parting is such sweet sorrow
and I don’t want you to go
of course I want you to be happy
but I don’t want you to marry
kiss me instead and be the one who
sleeps beside me in bed
this is the last of our tight hugs
ahh ahh ahh
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I just had to unplug my telephone
I left it on the Davenport, off the hook
while I went out into the garden
you stopped by for a visit
I brewed us some fresh rose hip tea
you had been trying to contact me
I said I was busy with my reading
you accuse me of being cold like the autumn
I replied that you’re the reason
(chorus)
it’s not wise to leave us like this
I want us to be friends, at least that’s my wish
I thought that our futures were tied
together by a gold thread
you act like you’ve got a secret
the first wrecked my ship
can I bare to hear it?
I’ll pack up my luggage
and get out of your life
I bought a train ticket
(end chorus)
(bridge)
just one more cafe latte
then I’ll be on my way
before it gets late
you take my hand and take me by surprise
you said it was all lies
that I’m the lady you want to marry
(chorus)
hold me close and never let go
I’ll be the ivy if you’re the chimney I can climb
parting is such sweet sorrow
and I don’t want you to go
of course I want you to be happy
and I’m the one you’re going to marry
kiss me on the top of my head
you’re the only one who
sleeps beside me in bed
this is the first of many tight hugs
ahh ahh ahh
(end chorus)
(chorus)
hold me close and never let go
I’ll be the ivy if you’re the chimney I can climb
parting is such sweet sorrow
and I don’t want you to go
of course I want you to be happy
but I don’t want you to marry
kiss me instead and be the one who
sleeps beside me in bed
I can’t accept that ahh ahh ahh
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
while we had just gotten our cafe lattes
you told me you had a secret to share
you were getting happily married soon
and you didn’t think that I’d care
even though it breaks my heart
I guess we’re both at the age
where everyone is finding their someone
but yours was the body
that was supposed to be my somebody
and I can’t accept it any other way
sayonara to the fantasies in my head
I guess instead this is the last date
before we part, I want to take back my heart
you gave my love to someone else
(chorus)
hold me close and never let go
I’ll be the ivy if you’re the chimney I can climb
parting is such sweet sorrow
and I don’t want you to go
of course I want you to be happy
but I don’t want you to marry
kiss me instead and be the one who
sleeps beside me in bed
this is the last of our tight hugs
ahh ahh ahh
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I just had to unplug my telephone
I left it on the Davenport, off the hook
while I went out into the garden
you stopped by for a visit
I brewed us some fresh rose hip tea
you had been trying to contact me
I said I was busy with my reading
you accuse me of being cold like the autumn
I replied that you’re the reason
(chorus)
it’s not wise to leave us like this
I want us to be friends, at least that’s my wish
I thought that our futures were tied
together by a gold thread
you act like you’ve got a secret
the first wrecked my ship
can I bare to hear it?
I’ll pack up my luggage
and get out of your life
I bought a train ticket
(end chorus)
(bridge)
just one more cafe latte
then I’ll be on my way
before it gets late
you take my hand and take me by surprise
you said it was all lies
that I’m the lady you want to marry
(chorus)
hold me close and never let go
I’ll be the ivy if you’re the chimney I can climb
parting is such sweet sorrow
and I don’t want you to go
of course I want you to be happy
and I’m the one you’re going to marry
kiss me on the top of my head
you’re the only one who
sleeps beside me in bed
this is the first of many tight hugs
ahh ahh ahh
(end chorus)
Barrette
(chorus)
barrette, in my long hair
it won’t stay there
because you keep pulling it out
barrette, I will get you back
I’m always ready to attack
and you won’t like that
here I come
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
they say boys tease girls
that they really like
that won’t get you far
I don’t care who you are
Hemingway in my lap
I lost the place that
I was at all because of you
what words leave your lips?
I’ll tease you and pretend to kiss
my surprise when you don’t pull back
I guess it’s not coincidence
you have so much confidence
you’re such a kid
that’s better off dead
(chorus)
barrette, the wind through my hair
leaves you in awe standing there
barrette, the sun in the sky
I just wonder why
you’re so mean to me
tell me why
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
this playground
isn’t big enough
for the two of us
I guess that’s why we play rough
us girls converse
about romance and the universe
but all boys
break their toys
I lay down my sword
you put on your armor
you gave me your word
so it was a farewell to arms
before I could finish the joke
you said the punchline
you were just blowing smoke
I see you coming and oh no
I get up to leave, it’s time to go
(chorus)
barrette, in my long hair
it won’t stay there
because you keep pulling it out
barrette, I will get you back
I’m always ready to attack
and you won’t like that
here I come
(end chorus)
(bridge)
barrette, I knew thee well
but it’s farewell
my hair won fair and square
(chorus)
barrette, the sun in the sky
I just wonder why
you’re so mean to me
tell me why
lalalala
lalalala
lalalala
(end chorus)
(chorus)
barrette, in my long hair
it won’t stay there
because you keep pulling it out
barrette, I will get you back
I’m always ready to attack
and you won’t like that
here I come
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
they say boys tease girls
that they really like
that won’t get you far
I don’t care who you are
Hemingway in my lap
I lost the place that
I was at all because of you
what words leave your lips?
I’ll tease you and pretend to kiss
my surprise when you don’t pull back
I guess it’s not coincidence
you have so much confidence
you’re such a kid
that’s better off dead
(chorus)
barrette, the wind through my hair
leaves you in awe standing there
barrette, the sun in the sky
I just wonder why
you’re so mean to me
tell me why
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
this playground
isn’t big enough
for the two of us
I guess that’s why we play rough
us girls converse
about romance and the universe
but all boys
break their toys
I lay down my sword
you put on your armor
you gave me your word
so it was a farewell to arms
before I could finish the joke
you said the punchline
you were just blowing smoke
I see you coming and oh no
I get up to leave, it’s time to go
(chorus)
barrette, in my long hair
it won’t stay there
because you keep pulling it out
barrette, I will get you back
I’m always ready to attack
and you won’t like that
here I come
(end chorus)
(bridge)
barrette, I knew thee well
but it’s farewell
my hair won fair and square
(chorus)
barrette, the sun in the sky
I just wonder why
you’re so mean to me
tell me why
lalalala
lalalala
lalalala
(end chorus)
Midnight Driver
(verse 1)
I'd hop in your cab at a sudden notice
my body's colorful and you want to monochrome it
the black clouds I can't quite make out in the sky
cover us from watchful eyes
everything in this moment's for you
I'd high jump up and grab stars from the sky
take me where I want to go
and get me there
take me away from here
(chorus)
(wherever we go we cruise)
pedestrians that walk lose
(some cash on the dashboard)
my form of payment
(when they see me in your passenger seat)
they'll get a view
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
this white moon makes you look cool
at 12 the clock strikes
you're keeping me out late
this is the best damn date
(chorus)
(this little city can't hold us back)
we're too famous for this
(the streets come alive)
as the sun goes down
(what goes on in the back seat)
I'm wearing your work hat
(it's up to me)
to make the night
(end chorus)
(refrain)
sliding through the night
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
(end refrain)
(refrain)
sliding through the night
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
sliding through the night (midnight driver, driver)
splashing sense of sight
(end refrain)
C
(verse 1)
I guess I'm the only one that's in extreme crisis now
I'm wondering when you take other girls home
are they drinking in the you in view?
eyes of icy blue, no curfew
in control, no little worries
you're turning me on my permed head
if I did what you do, I'd be dead
throw on some jazz, left behind casually topaz earring
shirts come off, explore the dark with your hands
it's a glossy great night from what I'm hearing
(chorus)
close your eyes, pretend she is me
treat my body like piano keys
I'll make music as you play
close to me, where I want you to be
come pick me up, in your sports car I jump
a love parade in your bedroom
you're the guy that I see
you're the one that I seek
you're the guy I'm seeing
you're the one that I seek
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
is it weird I'm jealous when I said I want to be friends only?
I guess seeing you be a smooth operator
makes me want to be your patient in the waiting room
you're a mystery, I'm the crime solver
we've known each other forever
but the situation became complex cause of you
give me the treatment, the one-night-stand special
give me the works, all of the toppings
I want to see what all the fanfare is about
don't hold back, please give me your all
what's the haps? what's the buzz?
you're such a pretty boy that it shames me
(chorus)
close my eyes, a kiss and a lean
don't pretend like I don't know
my skirt is over your hand
close to you, it's what I want to do
you have my consent
what is right went
out the window in the breeze
you're the guy that I see
you're the one that I seek
you're the guy I'm seeing
you're the one that I seek
(end chorus)
Olympos
(chorus)
Olympos cry, Olympos cry
filled with gods who smite
lightning bolts rain down forever
man can never reach this high
if he did then it's a lie
Olympos mount, Olympos mount
(end chorus)
(verse 1)
what's it like to walk around those immortals?
would you have to hide behind marble columns?
do they hide among the living today?
(chorus)
Olympos games, do you win gold at the Olympics?
are you clothed in an olive branch?
do you still write legends today?
Olympos flames, Olympos soul
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
I really wish to live in that sky
has an ordinary man ever blessed this floor?
is it I who worships and adores?
no, no
(bridge)
illusion of divine
loss of faith and dreams and myth
you're not alive
man gave you breath to thrive
(chorus)
Olympos cry, Olympos cry
filled with gods who smite
lightning bolts rain down forever
man can never reach this high
if he did then it's a lie
Olympos mount, Olympos mount
what's it like to walk around those immortals?
would you have to hide behind marble columns?
do they hide among the living today?
no
are you clothed in an olive branch?
do you still write legends today?
I really wish to live in that sky
has an ordinary man ever blessed this floor?
are you clothed in an olive branch?
do you still write legends today?
illusion of divine
loss of faith and dreams and myth
you're not alive
man gave you breath to thrive
is it I who worships and adores?
(end chorus)
Gladly
(verse 1)
today was another snooze fest
tomorrow forecasts more of the same
these sunrise, sunset days are blending
like colors on autumn trees
at night in front of the fridge
sighing about things that worry you
there's not a thing you can do about it
yet there's a new breath in town
you've always had this one friend
when things get too much
don't be afraid to ring up my line
let's just get through it
maybe along the way we'll have fun
there's not a thing you can do about it
you can do about it
(chorus)
ahh, boredom doesn't suit you
you should never ever wear blue
I'll gladly make you happy, voila
gladly, gladly, woah
your name is at the top of my long list
to make laugh
the world may keep turning as always
but at least you won't keep yawning all day
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
the road home never gets shorter
the inside jokes lean mundanely
there's a railroad inside my brain
that gets us through the wind and rain
at a bar like St. Elmo's Fire
we act like kids and not adults in trench coats
there's not a thing you can do about it
you can do about it
(chorus)
ahh, it's useless to roll
out of bed, but still you crawl
I'll gladly make you happy, voila
gladly, gladly, woah
your name is at the top of my long list
to make laugh
the world may keep being boring
but at least you won't be alone
(end chorus)
(bridge)
sleep 10 to 8 then work 9 to 5
paying bills, health conscious just to stay alive
your boss got your name wrong
for the millionth time
he's doing it on purpose, stay strong
it's so crazy it can only be life
take the long way home
meet me at the park you cut across daily
inside you want to scream
but you politely whisper
so concerned with others
so just to make no noise
but I love the way you look at it all
taking it in stride no more
so tell me about it over drinks at the bar
slur your speech in the taxi cab
lean on my shoulder when we get kicked out
for being way too loud and singing
leave your cares in my trash can
and then come along with me
we'll spin along just like the rest of the globe
you and all of our friends we've made
oh oh oh
(chorus)
ahh, we want change
but we like things the same
I wouldn't change the daily
life I live with you
trust me one day when we're grown
oh oh
ahh, boredom doesn't suit you
you should never ever wear blue
I'll gladly make you happy, voila
gladly, gladly, woah
your name is at the top of my long list
to make laugh
the world may keep turning as always
but at least you won't keep yawning all day
(end chorus)
Momentary Sixth Sense
(verse 1)
it all began, no
it's a momentary sense
the leaves got so tired of summer
even they couldn't hold on any longer
sirens inside my head
told me all along
my current life has taken away everything
and the taking continues
ooh la la la
ooh la la la
we're not done here yet
but I can't help but hurt
ooh la la la
ooh la la la
shutting off the TV
and finally heading to my room
I predicted it all
inside these four walls
that have always held
(chorus)
so no more let downs
no more breaking dawns
no more hurting more
I saw the future
back in the past in full color
my momentary sixth sense blurs
my edgy words slur
my body hurts more
and I don't know
how it became like that
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
the power flickered
the black out roamed
the heat of early October turned into a late chill
I cursed everything
I wanted to hold dear
it didn't surprise me
I saw it all and knew when disaster was near
still it felt out of the blue
(chorus)
so no more let downs
no more breaking dawns
no more hurting more
I saw the future
back in the past in full color
my momentary sixth sense blurs
my edgy words slur
my body hurts more
and I don't know
how it became like that
(end chorus)
(bridge)
ooh la la la
ooh la la la
ooh la la la
ooh la la la
ooh la la la
ooh la la la
I got up from where I was lying
and my body left an impression in the grass too
(chorus)
so no more let downs
no more breaking dawns
no more hurting more
I saw the future
back in the past in full color
my momentary sixth sense blurs
my edgy words slur
my body hurts more
and I don't know
how it became like that
so no more let downs
no more breaking dawns
no more hurting more
I saw the future
back in the past in full color
my momentary sixth sense blurs
my edgy words slur
my body hurts more
and I don't know
how it became like that
(end chorus)
Courageously
(verse 1)
I used to be scared
I used to be timid
I used to be afraid the whole world was falling
how does everyone ignore the issues
and keep on living with chests puffed out?
it don't make no sense, but keep on living
instead of being a drummer
play the lead guitar
I grew up and learned how to be opinionated
it's better to have principle and be alienated
courageously
(chorus)
courageously, courageously
good luck to you
good looking out to me
I ain't afraid to shout
I yell
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
even if I feel like I woke up
in the back of a trash truck
even if I'm couch surfing
because I got kicked out
isn't it better to be righteous
zero's still a number even if you're not one
and I'll continue to live even if I keep failing
because you can't have so many defeats
without ever knowing victory
I grew up and learned how to be opinionated
it's better to have principle and be alienated
courageously
(chorus)
courageously, courageously
good luck to you
good looking out to me
I ain't afraid to shout
I yell
(end chorus)
(bridge)
even when it's cold out and I'm hungry
I'd rather starve than be well fed and unhappy
wings of love, float me up
covered bridges let me cross the water
and time, please let me live in the moment
because I want to grasp it
I grew up and learned how to be opinionated
it's better to have principle and be alienated
courageously, oh
(chorus)
courageously, courageously
courageously, courageously
good luck to you
good looking out to me
I ain't afraid to shout
I yell
(end chorus)
Beat
(verse 1)
my landlord kicked me
out for being too loud
so I moved the band to a new stage
and recorded this in my garage
don't tell me what to do
I march to my own beat of life
escape from daily things
try not to be mundane
trippy psychedelics
got me through many nights
exiles on Main Street, ah
the ending minutes on the clock
goals find me
I don't find them
(chorus)
the beat of life
the beat of loves gone
I'll sigh some more then
as I remember them, ah
take it slow or fast
or on beat, yeah
I want more
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
God, forgive me for writing
a song of such foul mood
all the lonely souls will resonate
and Mama disowned me
finally
for having the spirit to rock
I can't sing
hymns and garbage
(chorus)
the beat of life
the beat of loves gone
I'll sigh some more then
as I remember them, ah
take it slow or fast
or on beat, yeah
I want more
give me more
(end chorus)
(chorus)
the beat of life
the beat of loves gone
I'll sigh some more then
as I remember them, ah
take it slow or fast
or on beat, yeah
I want more
give me more
(end chorus)
BANDAGE
(verse 1)
tore off my flannel plaid shirt
cover my wound with a piece of it
because the stage is where I truly feel alive at
I'm not getting off of it
cuz of a flesh wound and bullshit
I can sing it because I wrote it
mix it like this, just like that
mix it like that, engineer dude
if you'd please
don't drown me out
let the guitars roll
and the drums rock
take it to the max
give no fucks
(chorus)
raise the pole
and wave the flag
we were born to rock this stage
grunge is the art of life
listen to me scream out my strife
no, I don't know
and I don't care
echoes from a distorted guitar strum
screams from the crowd at the bar
I'd die for it all
the soundtrack of our lives
bandage
slay me with a guitar
band age
dododo ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh
dododo ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
society's rejects in a cigarette haze
lost youth in ripped jeans and "just a phase"
patch the holes where pain begins
sew wounds up with safety pins
feed me to the underground
heal my cuts with dark distorted rock
mix it like this, just like that
mix it like that, engineer dude
if you'd please
if it rips you apart
in your depths of heart
you're feeling it right
do that band shit
just beat it
(chorus)
in the corner of these rejected hearts
the world gave up and tore us apart
but the beat keeps us alive
gives these bars a reason to thrive some more
a heavy melody
with a bottle of Jack and angst
reject the glam
and kick it with our boots
there's comfort in authenticity
anti-establishment
I know rebellion
existential crisis
under a black sun
(end chorus)
(bridge)
guitar string on my broken skin
cover up all the torture from within
this kind of life isn't for everybody
but I was born to be just that kind of guy
nihilistic, wretched, and gut wrenching
are the things that bring me closer to alienation
what's your name, what's your gen, and what's your problem?
what's your name, what's your gen, and what's your problem?
someday
what once was old will be brand new
legends keep on growing up
they tell the kids how we rocked
if we don't tell them ourselves
(chorus)
raise it, raise the pole
and wave the flag
we were born to rock this stage
grunge is the art of life
listen to me scream out my strife
no, I don't know
and I don't care
echoes from a distorted guitar strum
screams from the crowd at the bar
I'd die for it all
the soundtrack of our lives
bandage
slay me with a guitar
band age
dododo ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh
dododo ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh
(end chorus)
Care
(verse 1)
my scratchy voice gave out from screaming
my inquisitive mind fried from thinking
the time ran out on our clock
we had to go separate ways and stop
roaming in a pack on the street
I thought we'd be friends forever
that final smile you gave me haunts
telling me don't forget where I came from
two roads diverged into a yellow wood
and I took the one I always traveled by
the things that were most precious to me
couldn't evade my grasp anymore
(chorus)
it's like you don't even care
it's like I wasn't even there
what about the tears we shed
the battles we had
and the laughs we shared?
did I say something wrong?
did I make a mistake or
did we just grow apart?
I want to know
if I should give up on you
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
there's no peace in the ache
there's no joy in pitiful heartbreak
I guess it's over
no more friends forever
I was the one that was
always the toughest
(chorus)
when I toss and turn in my bed
and can't get you out of my head
I think about giving you a call
what if you grew up without me?
what if I'm just behind?
always ahead of the curve
it's just like you
it's like you don't even care
it's like I wasn't even there
what about the tears we shed
the battles we had
and the laughs we shared?
did I say something wrong?
did I make a mistake or
did we just grow apart?
I want to know
if I should give up on you
I want to believe on
(end chorus)
Bonds
(verse 1)
slice it piece by piece
till it no longer bleeds
memory and regret are no more
what once burst through the seams
now frays the threads
but still lives on in wildest dreams
no matter where you live
where you go, we'll always be comrades
healing from surgery
but we'll still have our scars
(chorus)
if just one of us lives on
you'll always carry one half of me
don't let go of the hands of our clock
we'll always look back and smile
follow, followed me through thick and thin
for every crushing defeat and every single win
that time, that place, that same old bond
I'll still be the autumn and you'll be Mona Lisa
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
everything you do
chances taken, forgotten risks
we both grew like maple trees
my face is fuzzy probably
you no longer remember some jokes we made
but at the thought, your heart grew
and the day became easy
because the strength we plant
finally isn't a seed
(chorus)
as we roam through these years
changing sames and well-played games
we still think of the lightning
we caught in glass bottles
so young and indestructible
learned of tears, fears, and how to overcome
that time, that place, that same old bond
I'm still the autumn and you're still Mona Lisa
(end chorus)
(chorus)
if just one of us lives on
you'll always carry one half of me
don't let go of the hands of our clock
we'll always look back and smile
follow, followed me through thick and thin
for every crushing defeat and every single win
that time, that place, that same old bond
I'll still be the autumn and you'll be Mona Lisa
(end chorus)
Compass
(verse 1)
I thought the arrow pointed me to
the north but I went south
thank God you found me
or I'd still be lost
quickly you became my melody
a sense of purpose suddenly washed over me
your hometown became my sanctuary
and I don't think I'm leaving anytime soon
(chorus)
with me you grew up
filled my teacup with hope to the brim
poured stars into my head
guided me with constellations when on the sea
made my dreams burst at the seams
I don't know where the compass leads
but it always brings me back to you
(end chorus)
(verse 2)
with your gentle honesty, hold me
you're the arms that carry
when I have no light you make me luminous
quickly you became my melody
when I couldn't see you became the touch I was feeling
talked me down from rushing waves and high cliffs
granted my every wish
(chorus)
starry skies above me
and sage grass beneath my feet
raining leaves caught in my hair
I feel like I can finally start breathing
in this comforting cool air
the miracle the compass gave
will always lead me to you
(end chorus)
(bridge)
do do do do do
I'll always come back to here
the town with you there
the town with you there
the town with you there
quickly you became my melody
a sense of purpose suddenly washed over me
the morning light woke me with its shining
and I immediately ran to you
(chorus)
once more please
tease me with made up rules and jokes
teach me things I didn't know before
the unforgettable words you call
become the very fibers of my soul
I don't know where the compass leads
but it always brings me back to you
I'll never be far away
(end chorus)
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