(Not) Working Title: YNTO1

Single-minded you stand, keeps the heart out of trouble.
Needing not helping hands, you've already got double.
Life's just easier that way, so much simpler to smile.
In the back your mind still believe it's worthwhile.

Yet every time you tell yourself its best to turn and run, you come undone..

[You're not the only one.]

CHORUS
Not afraid of the fall, just that someone might catch you.
And they'd ask for it all, when they only just met you.
Life gets lonely that way, and you've known it so long.
It'll happen someday, you just have to stay strong.

The place where it begins will see you shining like the sun. It happens a ton.. 

[You're not the only one.]

CHORUS

BRIDGE:  Beam on. Dream on. Dreams come true. Love will shine its light on you.

And every time you find the heart that's waiting to be won. It's second to none.

[You're not the only one.]
CHORUS TO END.

LOVE LIVES ON

love gone wrong, love gone right
love for a lifetime, love for a night
love in the daytime, love @ the dawn.
I'm just happy that love lives on.

where there's love of the earth there is love in the air,
and there's a love among people; there's plenty who care,
there is love in our future and it's destined to win,
[can] put your guard down when love marches in.

easy to write about talk about sing about
little bit harder to live it,
perfect to dream about change your whole theme about
all we receive when we give it

love as the difference and love as the sum,
love how it multiplies each heart it's from
love in this moment with love built to last
Don't just stand there when love marches past.

love in thought, love in deed,
love is all you [really] need
love is the plan that was long ago drawn
to be infinite:

Love lives on.

On My Mountain

On my mountain, the sky would feel closer.
And the trees in the breeze would be palm.
And we'd take in the whole scene together.
For to share in the same sense of calm.

On my mountain, the sea and the shoreline,
spread before us like lovers entwined.
And the song of the seagulls, our chorus.
Breathing deeply a pure peace of mind.

On my mountain we'll go there as needed.
As our lifetime and schedules allow.
After standing our ground, we'll be seated.
While remembering: The future is now.

On my mountain in private, in-person,
taking visitors, only a few.
Finding joy in the company of oneness.
For my mountain is your mountain, too.

(What a wishfully wonderful view.)

ALL THESE YEARS

I saw your moon again

Was circling high above the ground
And I could still remember when
You made me stop and look around


So I met the morning sun

I let it put me into place
When u were rising from the dark
And I could see it in your face

But I stayed here
Surrounded by all (of) my fear

And I let go
I didn't imagine that you'd ever show

From a path that was laid, you've taken a pass
All the triumphs we trade for this shatterproof glass

But still there's tears
After all these years.

Adrift in endless space

Alone in timeless pasts

(I) Tried keeping up your pace

But I know it never lasts

And every now and then

Between your torch songs and your tease

I hear the most profound of truths

In all your Simplest melodies.

But I stayed here..
CHORUS

BRIDGE:
Now time is just a topic
we discuss in different ways

Gets broken into pieces

From millennia to days 

And you with all your viewpoints
And me here in my ma(i)ze

In an age-old quest for permanence, 

it's the fleetingness that stays...

(GUITAR SOLO)

But then I saw the moon again.
This time accompanied by stars.

It had a surface full of holes

It had a spirit full of scars

And then one winter in a wood

It lent its light upon the ground
To share a vision understood

So those who'd lost in love were found.

And I... I stayed here…
CHORUS TO END

What R The Odds?

What R the odds
that U and I'd get along?
And combine our two voices in a beautiful song
And then build our own family as strong as it's true
There's a good chance that's just what wed do.

Tell me: What R the odds our whole lives will transform?
As we start every morning with a love, pure and warm
And then end every night in a dream made for two
It's a chance that's worth taking on U.

What R the odds that our Far becomes Near
That the path laid before us is suddenly clear
And its simple and sure and it's here and its now
And begins to sound just like a vow.

Whoa.. (Wow.) :)

And then: What R the odds that our Lives will improve?
As those hopes for The Future become plans on the move
And all turbulent waters become Suddenly smooth.
And the tide brings U back right on time..

Baby, what R the odds you'll be mine?

Am I Allowed

Am I allowed to love you?
Is that what you want?
Can I throw away my numbers,
and call off the hunt?
If it is left to your decision
Will it be the 1 you make?
Because I promise I've been wanting to.
And it is 1 I'll never break.

Am I allowed to love you?
You thought it over for awhile?
Cos I got no more use for chasin' dreams
And I would live to make you smile
And when apart becomes together
And when our I's 1st form a 'we'
I wanna see the way love lights your life
And know a part of it is me.

So, am I allowed to love you?
Just say it once and then I'll know
And I'll forever trust your answer
To let it ride or let it go.
But if you like the way we're moving (close)
And if the feeling's fun and good
Then I suggest you let me love you.
And know for sure: I always would.

#

SO.

So, so beautiful.
So, so hot.
So much wish you were here.
But you're not.
So, so dear to me.
So damn sweet.
So (please) come near to me.
I saved your seat.

So sensational.
So sincere.
So in tune.
Made it so, so clear.
So many emotions
So let's make 'em all good.
I'm just so, so into you.
So I think that we should.

So original.
So profound.
So in touch
with the whole world around.
So endearing.
In so many ways.
So (tell me) how can I see you
in All of my days?

So, so happy.
So far, so great.
So it begs a question (or two)
Why wait?
So what comes next, baby?
Just so we're both sure.
Because I've been so looking forward to
So, so much more.

So..

:)

The Happiest Girl In Hawaii

The Happiest Girl In Hawaii.
The Luckiest Guy on the Earth.
The most beautiful beach on the island.
And the sweet, soothing sound of the surf.
With the softness of sand spread beneath them.
And the mellowest mood in the air.
There's a warmth and a wisdom of ages
on the pages they start
writing there.

She's the Happiest Girl In Hawaii.
He's the Guy WIth the Permanent Smile.
It's the song that they sing there together
with a feeling they've felt for a while.
It's the Peace that is gathered around them.
And a Love that is like none before.
See their future along the horizon.
Feel a fate that had found them, for sure.

Aloha Nui Loa. (Aloha Nui Loa.)
Aloha Nui Loa. (Aloha Nui Loa.) 
Aloha Nui Loa.  
Nau wale no.

The Happiest Girl In Hawaii.
And the Guy Who Was Living A Dream.
In that moment it all came together.
And their hearts held a singular theme.
As the sun and the moon found their balance
and shone brilliantly over the sea.
For it's only a matter of timing
When you're waiting on destiny.

Aloha Nui Loa. (Aloha Nui Loa.)
Aloha Nui Loa. (Aloha Nui Loa.)
  Aloha Nui Loa. 
Nau wale no.

Aloha Nui Loa. (Aloha Nui Loa.)
Aloha Nui Loa. (Aloha Nui Loa.) 
Aloha Nui Loa. 
Nau wale no.

HEART-SHAPED HOLE

VERSE 1
The downside of real love
is real pain
it feels the same.

It hits your body
circles round
then confounds the brain.

It makes your mind begin to spin
once you let it in.

Ain't no use tellin to your heart
"Stop" or "Start"
There's no real way to win.

CHORUS
And everytime you think the situation's in control
Believe that love is building bridges, really on a roll.
Just when you're sure that it's secure, give your heart and soul
It takes a tragic toll.

Love leaves a heart-shaped hole.

VERSE 2
The downside of reality,
normality
Is such a bore.

Imagination's
realization
shocks you to the core.

And nothin' ever is the same
once you've played the game.

Next thing you're findin' all your days
set ablaze
by some internal flame.

CHORUS
And everytime you think you got this "love thing" figured out
Believe in both of you together, well beyond a doubt.
Just when you're sure that it's secure to give your heart and soul
It takes a tragic toll.

Love leaves a heart-shaped hole.

BRIDGE
There ain't no difference when you got it
when you go without.
If you learn nothin
when you know what it is all about.
If you see clearly, sincerely
the safest route.

Jus' gotta work it out.

ENDING VERSE/CHORUS
Because the downside of real love
is real pain
it feels the same.

Ignites your soul
takes control
plays a guessing game.

Decides the difference, the distance
from feeling full.
Then leaves a heart-shaped hole.

Love leaves a heart-shaped hole.
Love leaves a heart-shaped hole.
Love leaves a heart-shaped hole.

Relax

Relax
Just for a second
Stop and breathe
For a little while
Find some faith
It's right there before you
Just close your eyes
And slowly smile.

Here's some hope
If that's what your seeking
There's your strength
The struggle you feel.
That's your voice
You know where to find it
And here's your wish
That helps it to heal.

So relax, love
If just for a moment
Breathe it in
And let it expand
Circulate
Your central desires
Feel 'em flow
From your heart to your hand

Revive that rush
That pulses inside you
Remove the weight
So it can arise
Originates
From somewhere unheard of
Set free to fly
When you vocalize.

So relaxed
And so in control of
So many things
You surely feel
In touch with the soul
That mystical notion
That springs into motion
And makes it [all] real.

And here's some luck!
Cause life always needs it
And there's some love
Cause I know you relate.
So find some rest
Some real relaxation
Coerce those chords to
Regenerate.

And, here's some truth
A simple suggestion
There's no real proof
There's only relief
About that time
The body and mind will
Amaze and align
Where there's belief.

So yeah
Relax
Just for a second
Stop and breathe
For a little while
Find some faith
It's waiting there for you
Just close your eyes
and slowly smile.

Just close your eyes
and slowly smile.

Just close your eyes.
:)

WAVE

I wanna ride your wave baby
To the middle of the sea
Where even the fishes don't recognize me
Wanna see your full force when you come barrelin' down
Wanna feel you spin me round.

Wanna ride your wave baby
To wherever it may lead.
Where all the things that u want are the same ones I need.
Wanna pick up your speed and with balance, stand tall
As you're causing and breaking my fall.

Wanna feel U wash all over me
with all your luscious love liquidity
As u go rushing past [From the present to the past]
While the time it stands still
And our hearts beating fast.
You see that soul you been searchin' to save
And baby, I wanna ride your wave.

I wanna ride your wave baby, Feel that perfect forming crest.
Become alive as adrenaline
burns in my chest.
And do the best I can do
to give all that you gave
['Cos] Baby I wanna ride your wave.

2 Say The Least

2 say the least, I loved U most.

When it was good, when we were close.

Those words that used to not get written

[So many more than: simply smitten]

And each emotion that stayed hidden 

was released..



I want it back, love.

2 say the least.



2 say the least, it made my day.

In every moment, and in every single way.

There was no "If's" or "But's" about it,

U made me wanna sing and shout it,

2 know we never had 2 doubt 

it just increased..



It made me whole.

It brought me peace.

U had my heart.
[2 say the least...]

Every time U face the start of something new
There's a couple ways to look @ it
"To thine own self be true"
And there's a trust that must be there to lift the veil
So you can count the ways to make it work,
or ways that it might fail.

2 say the least, we needed more.

When time and trouble closed the door
And truthfully, I wasn't shocked
The key was it was never locked
But did U even know I'd knocked
or why I ceased?



I wish U knew, love.
[Guess now do.]
Was loving U.

2 say the least.

1 Good Reason.

IF IT LED TO YOUR LOVE, I would call it a day,
power down my machinery, walk right away.
Give me just 1 good reason to leave this behind,
if it leads to your love: I want that on my mind.


IF IT LED TO YOUR LOVE, I would board the next [train/plane],
do whatever it it take just to cross the terrain.
If I knew that you wished for and wanted me there
and it leads to your love: I'll leave now. I don't care.


IF IT LED TO YOUR LOVE, I'd reopen my heart,
throw the old one away so a new one could start.
Pull the doors open wide, so what's empty can fill,
if it leads to your love: I'll do more. And I will...


IF IT LED TO YOUR LOVE, I would never look back,
Set the engine "Full Steam," let it roll down the track
Plot our course for the Future, while enjoying the Now
If it leads to your love: Count me in. Tell me how.