It's been a year since I've been living here, in this safe, secluded room. The walls are strong, but the days are long. I believe I'll be leaving soon.
There is no doubt that I've been hiding out because of lessons learned. The push and shove of a girl I once loved has left me bruised and burned.
But don't accuse me of playing it safe as if safety were ever a sin. All of this time, you could have come inside. These doors have always opened in.
Well, I've made a mess in this loneliness; in this safe, secluded room. The heart is strong and the days are long, so I believe I'll be leaving soon.
credits
from The Rotundity of the Earth,
released April 1, 2011
Lead vocals - Max Goldblatt
Backing vocals - Maki Itami
Original recording - Tim Jones
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