Written for Shawn Mullins. My sister introduced us & I found him sensitive & inspiring. |
"STORIES & STRINGS" Tonight you came here just to see me play - And hear me sing in my particular way... All these cafes & lounges & smoke-filled bars Sometimes make me long for solitude on Mars... I travel to places that I've never been - And most think that all I can do is sing songs & sin.. But I can't imagine staying in one place, Only to be a silent member of this hectic human race... CHORUS: I play my guitar & keep my dreams in a jar - With my stories & strings, I spread musical wings... Sure the tips can be fine - But I could always use some wine... As long as there's an audience like you - My soul flies free, and I kinda' like the view... I can't see your face when the spotlight's on mine, And I' can't always tell if you're there to drink or to dine... Whatever the reason - I'm happy you're here - So feel free to sing along & laugh, or even shed a tear... CHORUS Living on the road can be lonely as hell, But it's like I'm under a songwriting spell... I can't explain what drives my will - All I do know is that I just can't lie still... The nights are too long & the days are too bright For me to always know just what's wrong or what's right... Suffice it to say, I'm where I belong -- Right here, right now -- just singing a song... CHORUS |