1. |
Lucky One
05:15
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Hotel Isolation, is where they send your mail
Hiding out like a criminal, with dogs on your trail
You've been a passenger, taken a free ride
Getting’ by on good looks, think the rules don't apply
When all of your charm has gone, and beauty fades away
How will they remember you?
And what will they say?
They’ll say…
There goes the lucky one, you had everything
You lost it all, when you took the fall
Now who’s the lucky one?
Had friends in high places, a street touch of class
But these days your mirror, is the bottom of a glass
You grew up a loner, you were a ward of the state
Bounced around this old world, arriving too late
When all of your charm has gone, and beauty fades away
How will they remember you?
And what will they say?
They’ll say…
There goes the lucky one, you had everything
You lost it all, when you took the fall
Now who’s the lucky one?
You were always untouchable
That’s why it seems so hard to believe
We thought you unstoppable
Thought you’d be here forever, and never leave
When all of your charm has gone, and beauty fades away
How will they remember you?
And what will they say?
They’ll say…
There goes the lucky one, most likely to succeed
Played with a loaded gun, now down on your knees
You were always the lucky one, you had everything
But were you happy?
Did you have regrets?
Were you the lucky one?
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2. |
Radio
03:54
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Every morning, was a gift
Every day seemed liked Christmas to our ears
Amazing sounds, filled the space
From all direction’s music filled the air
And the voices, seemed all knowing
Spinning tales of the origins of the sounds
Like Templar Knights, but instead of swords
Guitars slashed the doldrums from of our minds
It's all in the introduction
The anticipation and seduction
Filled our ears with sounds we’d never known
Well the radio, taught me a lot
The way storytellers do
The radio, fueled my thoughts
Helped me through the days of youth
Sound waves, cut in vinyl
Came crashing on the shores of our imaginations
The DJ’s voice, was like a friend
Sharing secret information for us alone
It's all in the introduction
The anticipation and seduction
Would leave a permanent impression on our souls
Well the radio, taught me a lot
The way storytellers do
The radio, fueled my thoughts
And inspiration grew
And the music lit the fuse
All those memories get beaten down inside
Given over to the daily stress and grind
But the past is only forgotten if you give up all your rights
To who you are and where you came from and those magical youth filled nights
The radio, taught me a lot
The way storytellers do
The radio, fueled my thoughts
Got me through the days of youth
With radio, we fell in love
With the songs that we heard
And radio is forever young
Like the feelings that it stirs
Without you and all you gave us, it would have been a very different world
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3. |
Tail Lights Fade
05:33
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You've got the blue jean blues, they want to change your medication
Rearrange the inside of your head, another violation
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And it's true
That the wind blows cool off the water
Maybe love
Has more freedom out past the borders . . . of our world
Today you got the news, too bad there's no one to tell
Your isolation is part of your cage, your own private hell
It's so fine
Yeah, it's beautiful here in the morning
Maybe ghosts
Are happy to wander the edges . . . until the end of the world
So put on your jeans, you know the ones with the grass stains
And that old t-shirt, you know the one that says, "Alice In Chains"
Drive outta town, just like in the old days
You're never comin' back baby, see your tail-lights fading from sight
As you fade into night
You're gonna leave this town, hitch a ride to California
If there's a way to be more lost than found, you can bet your gonna find it
And it's true
The storm seems more violent at midnight
Maybe rain
Can wash the blues from your heart . . . and bring back your flame
So put on your jeans, you know the ones with the grass stains
And that old t-shirt, you know the one that says, "Alice In Chains"
Drive outta town, just like in the old days
You're never comin' back baby, see your tail-lights fading from sight
So trapped, so lost
Don't give up, don’t let go your dream(s)
So put on your jeans, you know the ones with the grass stains
And that old t-shirt, you know the one that says, "Alice In Chains"
Drive outta town, just like in the old days
You're never comin' back baby, see your tail-lights fading from sight
So put on your jeans, you know the ones with the grass stains
And that old t-shirt, you know the one that says, "Alice In Chains"
Drive outta town, just like in the old days
You're never comin' back baby, see your tail-lights fading from sight
As you fade into night
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4. |
Solsbury Hill
04:45
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5. |
Before & After
05:10
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Is it all wrapped up in desire?
Is this the place we go to light the fire?
Someone like you should never be given the keys
So just sit back, leave the driving to me
You can spend your life looking for that special someone
Someone to share, someone to fly, someone to swoon
But when you least expect it, and when your guard is down
They simply...walk into the room
And it’s a sudden realization
The train has left the station
I’m done and gone my friend, my single life is at an end
A heady situation
But a subtle kind of persuasion
And nothing can prevent love getting through
...before is over now, and the after is with you
It's true what they say about the heart
It's skips a beat and gives you a start
People like us should never be alone
So stay with me now, keep talking on the phone
Imagine the qualities that your dream love will have
Trying to fit it all into the frame
Then all at once you came along and it all burst into flames
I threw away the rule book, ‘cause love is no game
And it’s a sudden realization
The train has left the station
I’m done and gone my friend, my single life is at an end
Oh a heady situation
But a subtle kind of persuasion
And nothing can prevent love getting through
...before is over now, and the after is with you
Goodbye to my old ways
Goodbye to the good old days
I left a note, for my old self and I quote…
“Leave it all behind….”
And it’s a sudden realization
The train has left the station
I’m done and gone my friend, my single life is at an end
Whoa, oh, oh, oh it’s a heady situation
But a subtle kind of persuasion
And nothing can prevent love getting through
...before is over now, and the after is with you
...before is over now, and the after is with you
...before is over now, and the after is with you
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6. |
Third Time's The Charm
05:19
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A stately rose, glorious flower
Slowly fading, hour by hour
Still so mysterious, by candle light
Heavy lidded eyes, another night
But our sparkle fades, a little more
We've lost a step on the old dance floor
We’ve lived it long, we’ve lived it well
And this is our, story to tell
Seasons come and seasons go
And make-up runs, when the tears flow
Ain't gonna leave you, I wouldn't even try
You're still the apple of my eye
We'll try it once, we'll try it twice
If it don't work out, we’ll roll the dice
I got your back, you're on my arm
This I know darlin', third time’s the charm
Vintage vinyl, old '78
Spinning round, unravelling fate
It's a song, we know so well
Always seems to cast its spell
Been some hot ones, you best believe
Like those times on New Years eve
We’d watch the clock; we'd count it down
When we were young, we counted so loud
You pull me back when I go too far
You are my queen, my shimmering star
We'll try it once, we'll try it twice
If it don't work out, take my advice
I got your back, you're on my arm
This I know darlin', third time’s the charm
This life will leave its scars
But without love we ain't going very far
You know that I remember skipping stones across the lake
Thinking back makes my poor heart ache
Ain't gonna leave you, I wouldn't even try
You're still the apple of my eye
We'll try it once, we'll try it twice
If it don't work out, take my advice
I got your back, you're on my arm . . .
We'll try it once, we'll try it twice
If it don't work out, we’ll roll the dice
I got your back, you're on my arm
This I know darlin', third time’s the charm
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7. |
Black Swan
04:25
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Well you hide in the shadows
Playing with arrows
Collecting rocks and stones
Plotting your comeback
Filling your rucksack
Piling up all of your bones
You fell out of favour
Friends and your neighbours
Never could quite understand
Why did you leave us?
Such lengths to deceive us
You let things get so out of hand
Now we're waiting to hear from you
We want you back, it's honestly true
We hold no ill will
There is an emptiness here only you can fill
You are our dark flower
Our little black swan
Our angel that dances to her own drum
You are our rare bird
Our most beautiful song
Now and forever it's what you’ve become
You never show weakness
Reminders are heedless
Your smile always gives it away
Always so sure of
A way to take care of
Things that stand in your way
Now please understand
We are giving you space
But never think we don't care
Maybe some time
Can heal these wounds
We know it must feel unfair
Now we're waiting for word of you
You're gone and we're worried it’s honestly true
It's just not the same anymore
The sun's not as bright since you walked out the door
You are our dark flower
Our little black swan
Our angel that dances to her own drum
You are our rare bird
Our most beautiful song
Now and forever it's what you’ve become
We’re looking everywhere for a sign
We just want you back, bottom-line
We’re watching for you day and night
Our little ray of darkness, you bring us such light
You are our dark flower
Our little black swan
Our angel that dances to her own drum
You are our rare bird
Our most beautiful song
Now and forever it's what you’ve become
You are our dark flower
Our little black swan
Our angel that dances to her own drum
You are our rare bird
Our most beautiful song
Now and forever it's what you’ve become
Now and forever it's what you’ve become
Now and forever it's what you’ve become
Now and forever it's what you have become
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8. |
R 'n' R Queen A.D.
05:09
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Oh there she was sitting on the stairs
Twirling a backstage pass
At the end of a long, long finger
A finger that looked tipped in glass
She looked like she knew all of the cues
She probably knew more than many of the crew
She gave me a look
Said a lot more than hello
She gave me a strong suspicion
That she had been there before
She perfectly fit, she had taken the bit
Of this Rock 'n' Roll life and all of its shit
She’s the queen of the hangers-on
She’s elite in her circle of charm
No stranger to danger
She’s was always gonna leave on his arm
She's the leopard print queen of the scene
She's the tattooed queen of our dreams
She's the thread that reminds us
She's a stone cold, straight up, no regrets . . . Rock 'n' Roll Queen
Well it’s her power of persuasion
That brings them all to heel
Oh she got no time for losers
It’s the mantra she'll never conceal
The scope of her plan, is down to the band
That hold the keys to the kingdom and a roof-top tan
She's the queen of queens
Stepping out in her HiFi limousine
There are standards to meet
Or you're out on the street
She's a career disciple of rock 'n' roll cycles
Nothings ever really dead, it's just gotta be recycled
She’s the one who holds all the favours
She’s the one with the fabulous flavour
No reason to doubt
She’s the original rock ‘n’ roll saviour
Chorus:
She's the leopard print queen of the scene
She's the tattooed queen of our dreams
She's the thread that reminds us
She's a stone cold, straight up, no regrets . . . Rock 'n' Roll Queen
She's a queen in high heels
She's got that wet dream appeal
She's a leggy six-footer
Oh, the other girls misunderstood her
It wasn't just the sex
It was music investment
All the fun of the fair
And that glorious hair
She's a peach with a trick up her sleeve
She’s perfection the gods have conceived
She's a woman for the ages
She's the one that was foretold in our teens
She's the leopard print queen of the scene
She's the tattooed queen of our dreams
She's the thread that reminds us
She's a stone cold, straight up, no regrets . . . Rock 'n' Roll Queen (Oh yeah!)
She's a stone cold, straight up, no regrets . . . Rock 'n' Roll Queen (Yes she is!)
She's a stone cold, straight up, no regrets . . . Rock 'n' Roll Queen (Rock ‘n’ Roll baby…)
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9. |
Millionaire
03:47
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I might never be a millionaire
I might never see a World's Fair
I might never go to Timbuktu
And I'll never find another one like you
I might never buy a string of pearls
I might never know a high-class world
I might never strut down the avenue
And I'll never find another one like you
Well I can hardly believe my eyes
You leave me mystified
You always find a way to come through
Never leave me down and blue
I might never cross the Delaware
I might never say my prayers
I might cast a shadow and a darker mood
But I'll never find another one like you
I might never see the Salton Sea
I might never go to high tea
I hope I never break your heart in two
Cause I'll never find another one like you
I can't stare into the sun
I can't impress most anyone
But you’re the one that knows me best
And what we have is better than the rest
Well I can hardly believe my eyes
You leave me mystified
You always find a way to come through
Never leave me down and blue
I might break the spell and you’ll be gone
I might never see the light of dawn
But I’ll have faith our love is tried and true
Never be alone it’s just we two
And we’ll never be alone it’s just we two
And we’ll never be alone it’s just we two
And we’ll never be alone it’s just we two
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10. |
Sympathy For The Devil
03:36
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11. |
Leaving Behind
03:39
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Ray old boy, he disappeared
One day he slipped away from here
Left behind a family
A week or two of sympathy
He ain't alone so many gone
Maybe found their way to higher ground
You love this place but hate this town
Got a spot for you way underground
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
And I don’t know why
Where do I begin he said?
All the fine souls are left for dead
In a place you can't succeed
Can't fulfill your basic needs
Water and power, food and jobs
We've been abandoned by almighty God
Hit rock bottom all pain and guilt
No government hand gonna help rebuild
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind . . .
All the life that we had
Is gone in the blink of an eye
And the life that we're living now
Is our brave new world
Every day trouble fills my head
There’s monsters living under the bed
But will I stay and do my part
Return this town it's beating heart
People need and people see
There's more to life than a rich man's greed
A place to live, community
Everything else doesn't matter you see
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
We’re leaving behind
And I don’t know why
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12. |
Ritual
04:31
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You and I we, hardly are
Anything more than strangers passing by
All day and all night
Forgotten by time, so why even try
The sun has set on our love...
Oh, it's a ritual
We follow every day
Oh it’s habitual
The things that we say
Oh, it's a ritual
It's something we both know
Oh it’s habitual
Unspoken and untold
It's been too long since we tried
To work it out it just lies
There between us all day and all night
Sealed up tight by silence and spite
The curtain has come down on our love...
Oh, it's a ritual
Love's evil little game
Oh it’s habitual
Since love went down the drain
Oh, it's a ritual
Gotta break the cycle soon
Oh it’s habitual
The end is way over due
It’s what time can do
Erode the thing that once mattered
That’s how resentment grew
Over time we were left tattered and broken
And stranded alone together
The curtain has fallen on our love...
Oh, it's a ritual
Love's wicked little game
Oh it’s habitual
Since love went down the drain
Oh, it's a ritual
Gotta break the cycle soon
Oh it’s habitual
The end is way over due
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13. |
Captains Of Industry
04:59
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We've always been good at seizing the moment
Recognizing the laissez faire
We snatch opportunity with the coldest impunity
We live life devil may care
Honourable captains or just robber barons
We'll leave it for history to decide
We'll offset our malignancy by growing philanthropy
We offer goodwill on the side
We'll have alibis until doomsday
We're meeting at midnight under the archway
Just leave the bodies under the beltway
The evidence lies burned in the ashtray
Don't lose any sleep over bending the rules
Don't worry 'bout a little infamy
Just throw the evidence into the flames
We're the captains of industry
With the sleightest of hand, we are pulling the strings
And moving our men around the board
Executing so brilliantly, building up industries
Defiance you can ill afford
It's been long enough, you really should know
That we'll never be losing the game
We'll build towers so high they can't be seen with the naked eye
Your opposition is really a shame
We'll have alibis until doomsday
We smile as we're squeezing your airway
The press are having a field day
But they're chasing that old red herring cliché
Don't lose any sleep over bending the rules
Don't worry 'bout a little infamy
Just throw the evidence into the flames
We're the captains of industry
We've been accused of so many things
From being saviours to villainy
Stories are breaking but we're accustomed to waking
To controversial publicity
It all kind of rolls off a ducks back
We are 99% bullet-proof
Sure once in a while one of our brethren trips up
But it's rare that we choke on the truth
We'll have alibis until doomsday
After the accident we'll always send a bouquet
And tomorrow another grand soiree
But let's cut to the chase I have tickets for Broadway
Don't lose any sleep over bending the rules
Don't worry 'bout a little infamy
Just throw the evidence into the flames
We're the captains of industry
Just throw the evidence into the flames
We're the captains of industry
The captains of industry
We're the captains of industry
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14. |
The Good Life
04:26
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She made it down the line, all the way to Mexico
Traversed a twisting road, down to the gulf shore
Said that she would never make it, she proved them all wrong
Now she's breathin' free air, and her heart is filled with song
They took it all away, and tried to make her fear it
Left broken pieces there, but they didn't break her spirit
Livin' large or livin' spare
It don't matter in the end
They say she lived her life with grace
Held a smile upon her face
Five-star life or sleeping rough
It don't matter when you go
Can't take it with you on your way
So guard your heart in other ways
He rejected all their offers, didn't fit the mold
Just couldn't reconcile, selling off his soul
So he pulled up all the stakes, like a shadow he was gone
He left a lot behind, but he had to move on
They blew it all away, and cast it to the wind
But all they ever found were life's trappings in a bin
Livin' large or livin' spare
It don't matter in the end
They say he lived his life with grace
Held a smile upon his face
Five-star life or sleeping rough
It don't matter when you go
Can't take it with you on your way
Protect your soul in other ways
Tragedy for some, but when you read the invitation
A different way to live your life, is worth consideration
Livin' large or livin' spare
It don't matter in the end
They say they lived their life with grace
Held a smile upon their faces
Five-star life or sleeping rough
It don't matter when you go
Can't take it with you on your way
Protect your soul in other ways
Livin' large or livin' spare
It don't matter in the end
They say they lived their life with grace
Held a smile upon their faces
Five-star life or sleeping rough
It don't matter when you go
Can't take it with you anyway
So guard your heart in other ways
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15. |
Cross Road Blues
03:36
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Crash World Vancouver, British Columbia
Vancouver’s truly dynamic duo Crash World are a love letter to the past and an ode to tomorrow. A sonic tapestry of two voices and six strings by the talented and harmonious Glen MacLeod and Graham MacDonald. Their distinctive sounds fuse the poetic whimsy of the ‘60s and the alluring boldness of the ’70s with a refreshing contemporary flare. ... more
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