All song lyrics written by Dave Wallace
SOMEWHAT HUMAN
Its just another chapter of my life; I hope I make it through
I've hurt so many people along the way but somehow I've got you
I wont get into heaven at this rate, but at least I've got an angel of my own
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After all that we've been through and all the things you've seen me do
I hope you see that I'm still somewhat human
I made you smile; I made you cry. I probably made you wonder why
Its safe to say that I'm still somewhat human
I had to do things my way 'cuz I know no other way
I probably should have regrets, but I dont go dwelling on mistakes
I know I've made an enemy or two, but the only one I really need is you
LIFE AINT EASY
Suzie goes to college, struggling day by day
Drowning in the debt from all the bills she pays
She's making extra money when she's swinging from the pole
Doing what she can to get her ass out of the hole
Her little brother, Johnny's in a punk rock band
He's trying to make it big while sleeping in a van
He's giving it his all but it wears him down
Cuz everyday he's waking in a different town
And Mother's all alone wondering where her children are
She's sitting by the phone hoping they're not far
Life aint easy for the runway queen
Life aint easy for the punk rock teen
Life aint easy for the single mom
Life aint easy for anyone
Brian works the steel mills, the daily grind
Taking care of wife and kids is on his mind
He gave up on his dreams working doubles everyday
He wonders what it takes for him to catch a break
And now his wife is leaving cuz he's never at home
He's crying out to Jesus but he's still alone
Life aint easy for the family plan
Life aint easy for the blue collar man
Life aint easy for the only son
Life aint easy for anyone
Life aint easy on the far side of town
Life aint easy through the ups and the downs
Life aint easy living under the sun
Life aint easy for anyone
CROSS THE STARS
I want you now
Come fly with me
Dark shades of blue
You will see...
(chorus)
I'd cross the stars for you
I'd drain the oceans dry
I'd stop the world for you
I would die for you
Your eyes shine bright
They draw me in
Like super nova
let's begin...
DISAPPEAR
Well I rolled out of bed Sunday afternoon with the night before still in my head
All those phony faces with their big, fake smiles and they wouldnt notice if I was dead
I'd been trying to find God in the bottom of a bottle 'cuz he sure as hell wasnt in church
Everyone's trying to sell me on a different religion, but its all just a fairy tale search
If I really need you now, could you really be right here?
And could you make this lying world just disappear?
There's a couple of girls trying to get my number at the after show party today
But I bet they wouldnt care once I cut my hair and I threw this old guitar away
There's a guy trying to look for answers in life and he's wanting to get my advice
And he's just like me but he just cant see, I cant even figure out my own life
If I really need you now, could you really be right here?
And could you make this lying world just disappear?
So when everyone seems like they're using me and I'm just about ready to snap
And their big fake smiles are surrounding me and I got to escape from this trap
All I need is just some sincerity; just to know that somebody cares
Cuz I'll still stand tall when the others all fall and I'll be no worse for the wear
If I really need you now, could you really be right here
And could you make this goddamn world just disappear?
I am not your father; I am not your son
I am not your saviour; I am not the one
I am not your president; I am not your king
I am not your saving grace, and not your diamond ring
I am not your Jesus; not your back up plan
I am not the answer; I am just...
I am just a man
PARTY @ DOC'S HOUSE
Party at Doc's house on a Saturday night; I guess the band just didnt have a show
Its been hell at work this week; we're ready to unwind; Its time and everybody's gonna go
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And we're all gonna be just fine
And we're having a damn good time
At the end of the day, let the world pass away
Cuz we're having the time of our lives
K-bot's getting louder with every passing drink; she's been around the world and now she's back
Kim, you can count on, to soon take off her shirt; the entertainment here just never lacks
Tom and Dawn are just about to wring each other's necks but everybody knows its just their way
Jimmy only drinks the finest beer that one can buy; and Lilly and her camera fire away
Drew's on the grill; he's like our very own Hank Hill; His stories always seem to mesmerize (because they're lies)
And Lexi's talking ears off; she dont usually speak a word; i guess the alcohol is doing fine
Nate and melissa are sharing a cigarette; one is always on the other's arm
Ryan doesnt smoke but he's bummed half a pack tonight; Shawn's been drinking since the crack of dawn
And we dont care about yesterday; The gang's all here and its time to play
Shannon's always smiling; always fun to be around; she came up here from Indy just for this
Doc's on his cell phone always texting someone else; he's probably wondering who will clean this mess
Debbie and Sarah are partners in crime and Weasle's always following behind
Scott's in the kitchen thinking 'bout a new tattoo; and me, I've got a new song on my mind
AUTUMN'S CALL
Now at last I see this, there is no such thing as what is meant to be
Though I tried my best to please you, it takes two of us and cant be all on me
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Autumn's calling
All things whither and die
Autumn's calling
I'm left wondering why
Let the spring time come and bring me new life
I guess I should have seen this coming but I fooled myself in thinking this was real
There's a lesson to be learned here, seperating what i know and what I feel
There's a flower by the park bench, as it wilts in fall it's petals hit the ground
But the story's far from over; there'll be plenty more when spring comes back around
FRAILTY
Its the end of the world; I bitch and moan; trying to find a signal for my new cell phone
300 channels on my big HD; still aint entertained enough to keep us pleased
There used to be a time when a man was a man; he had to build his kingdom with his own two hands
Its looking pretty grim; people now cant even read; a habitat where all the stupid people breed
So full of weakness, but with empty minds
And the sheep go marching single file
Its the frailty of the modern man
If you aint feelin' right, well dont you sweat; they got a pill for every sniffle that you get
Finding your way is never a test; now you got it going with the GPS
Once upon a time people lived off the land; every deal was kept with a shake of hands
Losing ourselves and getting further every day; whats it gonna take for us to change this fate
We're just fat and lazy; full of apathy
Is our self-destruction our destiny?
Its the frailty of the modern man
TIL THE DAWN
Its been a long day; I'm needing something nice
You bring the sugar; I'll cover you with spice
I see the devil when I look into your eyes
But I'll give into temptation if you package it just right
Cuz the night has come and I'm so alive
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So let's get out of town and make the lights go down
Cuz it just feels so right; lets make this last all night
Your love is sweet as sin; shouldnt have let you in
You put a spell on me; drowning in ecstacy
til the dawn
Your kiss is fire that sets my flesh aflame
Your touch is teasing and driving me insane
Something inside me says you aint no good at all
But it must have slipped my mind while I was pinned against the wall
Cuz you know the way to make me beg
I was a victim; seduction was the crime
But as long as we're both here we may as well do it one more time
Cuz the night has come and I'm so alive
BANANA AND THE SKY
I've got two reasons keeping me from giving up the fight
The apples of my eye; Banana and the Sky
Your laughter makes the sun come out and brighten up my life
You're always by my side; Banana and the Sky
To watch you growing up is just enough to make me cry
The time is flying by, Banana and the Sky
And every time I think of you, it makes me feel so high
I wouldnt tell ya lies; Banana and the Sky
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Oh, I cant even tell you what I wouldnt do for you
Oh, my life would be empty and feeling so blue without you
I love to see the wonder of the world as through your eyes
You keep me mesmerized; Banana and the Sky
And when you're grown and looking for the answers to your life
I know you'll be alright; Banana and the Sky
The well of love I have for you, it never will run dry
The apples of my eye; Banana and the Sky
TEXT MESSAGE
I feel so old and run down, and I'm looking pretty worn
My bones are aching and I havent done a thing; and I'm waiting for my life to be reborn
I hate the clothes that they're wearing; I hate the new music scene
I dont relate to anyone anymore; and I think they're all slaves to technology
The text message has replaced the love letter
Mixed tapes are now just MP3's
Hanging out at the bar with your friends is now chat rooms on the internet
Wont be long til they forget about me
Saw a gorgeous girl walking by me; had to turn my head to see
Then I found out she was only 17 and I wondered what the hell is wrong with me
The text message has replaced the love letter
Mixed tapes are now just MP3's
Making love to a woman in bed is now pay sites on the internet
Wont be long til they forget about me
And I'm ok to fade away if I can only leave my mark
Like a shooting star that soon burns out, but first lights up the dark
I'm ok if you forget my name, just keep singing my song
Keep singing my song
There's a pill for every problem; but you cant use cash anymore
And a deal aint made on a handshake now adays
Cuz the law-suit crazy people get too bored
The text message has replaced the love letter
Mixed tapes are now just MP3's
Hanging out at the mall with your friends is now ebay on the internet
Wont be long til they forget about me
THERE'S STILL HAPPY ENDINGS
Its alright if you feel alone tonight; I've been gone so long I hardly know myself
Its ok if you feel we've been delayed but I didnt mean to put you on a shelf
In the end you will see there will be only you and me
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There's still happy endings sometimes
There's still long walks on the beach
There's still love songs that will make you wanna cry
There's still time for you and I
Its so sad but I hope you're not too mad cuz I missed the dinner that you planned for me
Its not right but I've got a show tonight even though it is our anniversary
When the evening is through I'm always coming home to you
