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Written (completed, the first verse had been around for a while) June 2010, Wickiup Butte in Central Oregon, for my friends back in Michigan. Writing this helped me turn the corner in adjusting to my new life here. Jay embodies everything that is near & dear to me about my 18 years in Michigan, and he said these things right before he left. He's wrong, but in my weaker moments...
lyrics
I'm seeking refuge from the past
leaving smoke and dust to hide my tracks
but the sun has stained you to my mirror
Now it's never been more clear
When these lake winds start to blow
they rip my heart in two
and every line that maps this hand leads back to you
Old Jay he told me, when he raised his glass
Said, "You don't know it now, but you'll be back"
I said "Jay, that's crazy. I'm gettin' out of here"
Now it's never been more clear
When these lake winds start to blow
his voice comes ringing through
and every word that leaves his lips comes back to you
Though tonight I sleep under western skies
I'll dream of thunderstorms and fireflies.
3,000 miles, barely a year
Now it's never been more clear.
credits
from
Demos/Live,
released December 29, 2011
Home recording.
All instruments by Chad Lee Williams
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