This tune took its time I found a note in my messages from 3/25/10 saying I had this song idea that morning.

Anyway Im thinkin its dang near wrote now so here it is, be brutal, keep it honest

Be kind on your assessment of my guitar pickin' since my stroke my right hand doesnt mind all the time...

New arrangement Steve surprised me with some added instruments. Thanks Mr. Beiderman!!

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More than just the Habit
Words and Music by Paul Gaines © 2010

V
The beam of a corner street lamp lights the litter and despair
Mumbling to himself with filthy cloths and messy hair
The king of empty sidewalks stands counting up his change
Then heads toward the liquor store to try and to ease the pain

At one time he thought he had it the American dream
The respect of friends and family a success or so it seemed
Then it all came unraveled at the bottom of the glass
Now he’s asking for spare change from strangers as they pass


CHROUS
He’s more than just the habit that’s turned his life upside down
He lived just like the rest of us before the alcohol came around
A prisoner to a craving that has brought him to his knees
He’s more than just a habit he could be you or me

Instrumental

V
The morning sun awakes him in the alley he calls home
Wondering how he got here stung out and all alone
He kicks away the cardboard has a drink and finds his feet
People passing by don’t see him he’s just a beggar on the street
V
He tried attending meetings for a while that worked fine
Til the craving over took him and he was drunk one more time
Feeling like a hostage whose ransom won’t get paid
He know if he keeps drinking it will take him to his grave

BRIDGE
He died late one evening
He just couldn’t hold on
He’d planned on getting sober
But now that choice is gone

CHROUS
He’s more than just the habit that’s turned his life upside down
He lived just like the rest of us before the alcohol came around
A prisoner to a craving that has brought him to his knees
He’s more than just a habit he could be you or me

For years he tried to shake it but he couldn’t break free
He’s more than just the habit he could be you or me

Music Out



Cheers
Paul

Last edited by Paul H. Gaines; 02/08/12 11:26 PM.
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