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ANTHOLOGY – 20 Greatest Hits (2 Discs: 40 Songs)

by The Front Porch Country Band

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Hot Rock Came To The Country 03:01
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HOT ROCK CAME TO THE COUNTRY Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: ..We were sittin' on the front porch Saturday night Kickin' back, takin' a break (…or was it Monday?) Pickin' our guitars, layin' some licks When the whole house started to shake We looked straight up 'n saw an awesome sight There sailin' over head Streakin' through the sky like the 4th of July Came the big ball of burnin' red Well, it was movin' real fast and it flew right past Our front porch - pickin' up steam Scarin' all the chickens nearly half to death And tearin' off the tops of the trees When it came to rest just a little bit west Of our big ol' barn in the field We felt a hot shock - the whole place rocked Knockin' us back on our heels When that Hot Rock came to the Country The whole country started to roll Well it made a big blast as it flew right past And opened up a hundred foot hole But the really cool thing as we started to sing It shook us down to our soul And the music's never gonna sound the same again Since the Country's gone Rock 'n Roll Didn't take long for the sheriff to call "You boys see anything strange?" Was that a UFO? 'cause whatever it was Man, it's lightin' up our radar range So we told the truth we reported the news And this is what the radio said Just a meteor shower, at this late hour Go home and tuck yourselves in bed But just about then, climbing out of that hole Crawled a funny little green-faced man Staring at us he just smiled and said "I've come to join a Rock & Roll band Now Country's sweet and you got a great beat But you got to play it down to your soul Yeah, Country's fine but for a really hot time I came to make it Rock & Roll!" When that Hot Rock came to the Country The whole country started to roll Well it made a big blast as it flew right past And opened up a hundred foot hole But the really cool thing as we started to sing It shook us down to our soul And Country's never gonna sound the same again Now Country's gonna Rock & Roll Now Hot Rock's come to Country and Country's gone Rock & Roll Rock & Roll… (flew 5 trillion light years…) Rock & Roll… (just to Rock the country…) Rock & Roll… Country's gonna Rock and Roll... (rockin' U.S.A...) Rock & Roll… Rock & Roll… (Country Rocks...!)
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I'm Lost (But I'm Makin' Record Time) 03:45
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I'M LOST (But I'm Makin' Record Time) Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) Melody co-written with JLJolin (BMI) © USAgency, Inc.(BMI) SONG LYRICS: Well, I’m two days out of Tulsa – four days out of jail And I’m high and dry in Memphis, Tennessee And if I ever find her – if I live to tell the tale I’ll tell the world, how lovin’ her has made a fool of me Well, I met her at the local rodeo All fixed up with nowhere else to go She flashed those big blue eyes – right there I realized The lady’s roped and tied me – much to my surprise Now, I’m lost but I’m makin’ record time you know true love is just too hard to find If I don’t find her soon I just may lose my mind Yes, I’m lost but I’m makin’ record time Candle-light romancin’ – dancin’ until dawn The mornin’ broke – I woke up all alone She never said good-bye – never gave one reason why She loved me then she left me – now I’m out here on my own I’m lost but I’m makin’ record time You know true love is just too hard to find If I don’t find her soon I just may lose my mind Yes, I’m lost but I’m makin’ record time I used to be a player – just played hard to get But “used to be’s” don’t matter anymore This lady’s got my number – though she hasn’t called me yet She’s runnin’ from my lovin’ but I need her more and more Chased her all across the USA Through every two-bit bar along the way But up around the bend – gonna catch her once again And give her all my lovin’ boys – but until then – I’m lost but I’m makin’ record time You know true love is just too hard to find If I don’t find her soon I just may lose my mind When I do we’ll be makin’ out just fine She’s just playin’ hard to get – no I haven’t found her, yet But when I do – I’m gonna make her mine!
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I Believe 03:41
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I BELIEVE Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: I believe in Sunday mornings – I believe in moonlit skies And I believe I can see the hope in a new born baby’s eyes And I believe this old world’s hurtin’ – but a new day’s dawnin’ bright I just can’t believe you’re in my arms tonight I believe in country music – and I believe in rock & roll And I believe that love can turn a man’s heart into gold I believe the moment’s magic when you turn and smile so right I just can’t believe you’re in my arms tonight I can’t believe – you’re in my arms – I can’t believe – you feel so right I can’t believe – baby, I just can’t believe I believe in second chances – I believe The Golden Rule And I believe what The Good Book says – I believe in me and you And I believe in all the lessons that our daddies taught were right I just can’t believe you’re in my arms tonight And I believe in freedom – I believe I hear the call And I believe in the power of love – to change things for us all And I believe in reachin’ out – to change what’s wrong to right I believe in walkin’ softly – but I believe in standin’ tall ‘Cause I believe that in the end – good wins, after all And I believe this old world’s turnin’ – but it’s turnin’ out all right I just can’t believe you’re in my arms tonight And I believe – I believe I believe – I believe Yes, I believe – baby, I still believe
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Who Do You Love 03:41
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WHO DO YOU LOVE Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Ooohh, Baby – Who Do You Love Don’t you really wanna love me Higher than the mountain – wider than the river Deeper than the Deep Blue Sea Ooohh, Baby – if you won’t love me I’ll be bluer than the blue skies above Won’t you say it, baby – I don’t mean maybe Ooohh, Baby – Who Do You Love Baby – Who Do You Love, now Who Do You Love Ooohh, Baby – Who Do You Love Can’t you see I’m crazy ‘bout you Love the way you walkin’ – love the way you talkin’ Haunted by those eyes so blue Ooohh, Baby – don’t you know I love you Never ever gonna get enough Won’t you say it, baby – don’t mean maybe Ooohh, Baby – Who Do You Love Baby – Who Do You Love Who Do You Love Who – Who – Who – Who, Baby – Who Do You Love Baby, Who Do You Love Who Do You Love Ooohh, Baby – Who Do You Love Don’t you know – I’m needin’ you so I love you every day – love you all night I’m cravin’ you – Babe, don’t you know Ooohh, Baby – can’t you feel I need you Don’t you know – I can’t get enough Don’t you see, Baby – don’t mean maybe Ooohh, Baby – Who Do You Love Baby – Who Do You Love Who Do You Love Who Do You Love, now Who Do You Love Who Do You Love, now Who Do You Love Who – Do – You – Love Tell me, Who Do You Love Who Do You Love Who Do You Love, now Who Do You Love Who Do You Love Tell me, Who Do You Love
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Once Upon A Time 03:49
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ONCE UPON A TIME Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Once upon a time I walked Past places we used to go I saw that things are different now The unfamiliar faces show Folks think that I’ve lost my mind I’ve only lost my place in time And dream of carefree days so long ago Yes, yesterday’s a memory Of the way life used to be Lazy walks through forests green And crazy talk of moon machines They seem so real – and yet I know That ancient world died long ago And I’m trapped in an Old man’s foolish dreams While a young man sits inside me Staring blindly back through time Reliving lives I’d long since left behind Remembering – once upon a time And I remember moonlit nights With a girl so close beside me And I loved her and she was always There to love and guide me The summers passed – September came We made love in the autumn rain By the time the winter winds blew She had left me But if young girls lived forever She’d have never had to die Looking back I sit and search my mind Remembering love – once upon a time This backward look at life, I know Must seem a strange condition But I remember simpler times When people took time livin’ You can take your rocket planes And instant love – and endless change I’m content with ghosts and apparitions But if young men lived forever I’d have never let her die Looking back I sit and search my mind And dream of her – once upon a time
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The "Who Put" Song 03:04
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THE "WHO PUT" SONG Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Who put the kick in country Who put the heart in soul Who put the “Zing” into all that swing Who put the “Rock” into rock ‘n roll I gotta hand it to the man it’s a perfect plan Makes my baby love me – anytime she can Workin’ all day in the hot noon sun Rockin’ to the music til the morning comes Rockin’ til the morning comes Who put the “Bop” in the Bebop, baby Who put the jive in jazz Who put the rap in the rappin’ beat Who put the “Raz” – in the Raz-a-ma-taz I gotta hand it to the man it’s a perfect plan Makes my baby love me – anyway she can Fillin’ up our nights with so much sound Rockin’ to the music when the sun goes down Rockin’ when the sun goes down Who put the “Mmmm…” in the Melody Who put the split in the harmony Who put the drive in the disco beat Who put the you into you and me Who put the “Boss” in the Bosanova Who put the rhythm in the blues Who put the sax in the Big Band, baby Who put the blue in my blue suede shoes Gotta hand it to the man it’s a perfect plan Makes my baby love me – anytime she can Fillin’ up our nights with so much sound Rockin’ to the rhythm when the sun goes down Rockin’ when the sun goes down Who put the apple in the Garden of Eden Who put the woman with the man Who put the moon in the moonlight, baby Who made the music since the world began I gotta hand it to the man it’s a perfect plan Makes my baby love me – every way she can Fillin’ up our nights with so much sound Rockin’ to the music when the sun goes down Rockin’ when the sun goes down Rockin’ when the sun goes down Rockin’ when the sun goes down Rockin’ when the sun goes down Rockin’ when the sun goes down
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Somebody Tonight 04:22
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SOMEBODY TONIGHT Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: No one smiled and held me close this mornin' No one softly sighed, and said she cared And no one said she'd wait for me When I came in from working late And now, when I get home, nobody's there I guess she always said I'd find out someday Well now she's gone, I see the girl was right When she said, "No one makes it all alone We're nobody without someone," Oh, Lord, I need to be somebody tonight 'Cause everybody needs somebody sometime It seems we spend our whole lives wishing Love could work out right But now too late, I know it's true I guess she always knew it, too Oh, Lord, I need to be somebody tonight Somebody tonight No one's here to hear me say, "I'm sorry..." 'Cause no one's here to tell her she was right By now she's found somebody new To hold her close and tell her, too Oh, Lord, I need to be somebody tonight 'Cause everybody needs somebody sometime It seems we spend our whole lives wishing Love could work out right But now too late, I know it's true I guess she always knew it, too Oh, Lord, I need to be somebody tonight Somebody tonight No one left her make-up out this mornin' And no one used my razor...and my comb And no one's askin' where I've been, When I'm out half the night, but then Now, when I get back, nobody's home If I could turn back time for just a minute I'd whisper to her as I held her to me tight And I'd say "I won't leave you all alone I'm nobody without someone," Oh, Lord, I need to be somebody tonight And everybody needs somebody sometime It seems we spend our whole lives wishing Love could work out right But now too late, I know it's true I guess she always knew it, too Oh, Lord, I need to be somebody tonight... Somebody tonight Somebody tonight Somebody tonight.
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Makin' My Way Back Home 03:02
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MAKIN' MY WAY BACK HOME Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Leavin’ on the mornin’ train Feelin’ so lost and alone Standin’ here waitin’ in the pourin’ rain Makin’ my way back home Been runnin’ down a lonely road I need a little talkin’ to You’re the only woman I ever did love I’m makin’ my way back to you Lady, have you heard the news Lately I been on my own Baby, don’t forget about me – no! Workin’ my way back home Lately I been singin’ the blues Baby, won’t ya come to the phone Lady, I been thinkin’ ‘bout you & me Livin’ too long all alone Makin’ my way back home I’ll be ridin’ on the 2:18 Dreamin’ I can hold you again You know, I’m just prayin’ you’ll be waitin’ for me Baby, when that train rolls in You’re the only woman I ever did love I’m makin’ my way back to you Baby, you’re the lady I need Lately now, I know it’s true No fair, Baby, givin’ up on me Workin’ my way back to you Lately, I been hummin’ the blues Baby, could ya answer the phone Lady, it’s time again for you & me Livin’ too long on my own Makin’ my way back home Leavin’ on the out-bound train No more of this livin’ alone Baby, just imagine now no more pain Makin’ my way back home Yeah! Lady, I been singin’ the blues Baby, are you all alone Lately, I been thinkin’ ‘bout you & me Too long livin’ alone Yeah, makin’ my way back home I said, I’m makin’ my way back home Makin’ my way back home Lately, I been on my own Baby, don’t forget about me – no! Workin’ my way back home Yeah! Lately I been singin’ the blues Lady, can you come to the phone Lately – I been thinkin’ ‘bout you and me …
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Rain Dance 03:25
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RAIN DANCE Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Rain dancin’ down my window pane and I laugh to think about you now and then oh I just don’t know you I don’t know who I see When I see you starin’ back at me Rain runnin’ down my window pane and I cry to think about what might have been You just don’t know me you don’t know who You’d find if you’d just search inside my mind But we can’t return to places That we’ve never seen before No more turnin’ back those pages – anymore Time you’re runnin ‘round inside my mind Now I find we’re turnin’ back the hands of time You just don’t know me you don’t know how I feel if you could end our love once so real But we can’t return to places That we’ve never been before No more turnin’ back those pages – anymore Rain still runnin’ down my window pane But you’re gone you’re never comin’ back again Guess I never told you I just never found the wor
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Wanted Man 02:59
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WANTED MAN Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Guess I never mentioned I’m a Wanted Man Two days out of Texas and I’m on the lamb Doin’ all I can – baby, I’m a Wanted Man Guess I never mentioned that I’m on the run Lovin’ too hard to be your only one Why can’t you understand – baby, I’m a Wanted Man Baby, don’t try to find out why I’m rockin’ in an outlaw band Nowhere to hide – ready to ride – baby, I’m a Wanted Man Bet you never noticed that I’m in too deep Way too many promises I just can’t keep All across this land – baby, I’m a Wanted Man Bet I never mentioned I just can’t be true All these lovin’ women – babe, it’s not just you Won’t you understand – baby, I’m a Wanted Man Baby, don’t cry I don’t know why I’m rockin’ in an outlaw band Hired gun – ready to run – baby, I’m a Wanted Man Guess I never mentioned I’m a Wanted Man Runnin’ from your lovin’ since it all began Why can’t you understand – baby, I’m a Wanted Man Bet they’ll never catch me while I’m on the run Lovin’ too hard to be your only one You’ll never understand – that I’m a Wanted Man Baby, don’t cry I don’t know why I’m rockin’ in an outlaw band Nowhere to hide – ready to hide – baby, I’m a wanted man
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English Garden 02:25
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ENGLISH GARDEN Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Sittin’ in an English Garden – lettin’ the sun get in my eyes I’ve seen the sun set often – but I’ve never seen it rise I’m surprised to hear you’re leavin’ – now you say it’s time to go Even though I’ll always love you – I just wanted you to know It’s all right – it’s okay I guess if I could I’d make you stay But you’re free – go on, fly With the wind at your back You could touch the sky But don’t look back to find me ‘cause, it’s makin’ me feel so sad Your face could only remind me You’re the best friend that I’ve ever had Sittin’ in an English Garden – see me laugh but hear me cry I’ve lost the blue horizon – like a bird that just can’t fly If you’re there then I can’t find you – look behind you throw away The thoughts that only blind you to the words I just can’t say It’s all right – it’s okay I guess if I could I’d make you stay But you’re free – go on, fly With the wind at your back you could touch the sky, girl But don’t look back to find me – ‘cause, it’s makin’ me feel so sad Your face could only remind me – you’re the best friend That I’ve ever had
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The Long Road Home 03:10
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THE LONG ROAD HOME (The Single) Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Seems like I’ve been traveling – far too long And all I ever dreamed of once – was finally moving on Now looking back – I see where life has gone And everything I searched for – was right here all along But Lord you know it’s such A Long Road Home And this road keeps growin’ longer – the longer I go on So far from all the love I knew and everyone I’ve known After all this time I’m wonderin’ – can it be I’ve wandered wrong For I know now – I can’t make it all alone All my life – just wanderin’ all alone Never lookin’ back – just lookin’ out – for Number One But Time has ways of leadin’ us along Until at last we turn around – and finally turn for home But Lord you know it’s such A Long Road Home And the road keeps growin’ longer – the longer we go on Away from all the love we knew – and everyone we’ve known After all these years I’m wonderin’ – can it be I’ve wandered wrong And I know now – I can’t make it all alone ‘Cause Lord, you know it’s such a long road home Such a very, very – long, long, long road home
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Runnin' Man 02:57
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RUNNIN' MAN Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: And he’s runnin’ just as far as the arms of the law And he’s runnin’ just as hard as he can And he’s runnin’ from the charms of a lady’s arms He’s the Runnin’ Man – yeah, he’s the Runnin’ Man He came runnin’ out of Georgia on a moonlit night He came lookin’ for a lady to play She came sayin’ she could chase him to the ends of the earth Now she’s chasin’ that good ole boy to this day Yeah, she left her Daddy’s comfort for an outlaw life For the lover she said she’d never leave Funny how love can slow a man down When the lovin’s just too good to believe And he’s runnin’ just as far as the arms of the law And he’s runnin’ just as hard as he can And he’s runnin’ from the charms of a lady’s arms He’s the Runnin’ Man – yeah, he’s the Runnin’ Man Well they caught up with him north of an old minin’ town Backwoods shack south of Cheyenne Smiled as they watched him lay his six-shooter down Sayin’ fellas come and get me – I’m here if you can But she had ‘em in her sights & by the time they were through Well that lady had the law on the run Rescued and arrested by love once again His runnin’ days are finally done And he’s runnin’ just as far as the arms of the law And he’s runnin’ just as hard as he can And he’s rollin’ in the arms of his ladies’ charms He’s the Runnin’ Man – yeah, he’s the Runnin’ Man
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Island Nights 03:30
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I'll Remember You/Last Christmas 05:05
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I'LL REMEMBER YOU /LAST CHRISTMAS Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: I’ll remember you this Christmas And I’m wonderin’ – will you remember, too All the Christmas dreams we shared together If only dreamin’ could make all those dreams come true But there’s a Christmas waitin’ somewhere There’s just one thing left for me to do I’m gonna send it far – to your Christmas Star One last time I’ll say it – Merry Christmas to you (transition...) I never dreamed last Christmas Eve come Christmas you’d be gone Leavin’ me alone with ghosts of Christmas past But here I am dreamin’ dreams again inside this big old home Where I never dreamed last Christmas was our last Was our last No, I never dreamed Last Christmas was our last The candles in the window still light your way back home To packages still wrapped beneath the tree The little star is growin’ dim the needles all are gone And everything has changed since Christmas Eve Christmas Eve No, I never dreamed Last Christmas was our last Cause you never said come Christmas you’d be leavin’ Ain’t it funny how the seasons come and go Just one year ago today you turned and walked away All you left behind were footprints in the snow In the snow All you left behind Were your footprints In the snow I guess love ain’t what it seems we just live on Christmas dreams And I’m dreamin’ now rememberin’ Christmas past When I never dreamed last Christmas was our last Was our last No, I never dreamed Last Christmas was our last I just never dreamed Last Christmas was our last Was our last No, I never dreamed Last Christmas was our last
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Summer Nights 03:53
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SUMMER NIGHTS Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Sitting here thinking of you Wondering why you're so far from me I can't help thinking sometimes, babe, you've grown, oh, so cold We always dreamed we could stay together and Live our lives in the sun Now all I do is remember you were the one You were the one Sitting here wasting my time Wondering when you'll come back to me I can't help thinking sometimes, babe, you're too far away We always dreamed we could stay together and Spend the rest of all time Now all I have is the time to wish you were mine Once you were mine Summer nights and northern lights we were taking walks until dawn Then summer ended I turned around you were gone Summer nights and candle lights we were making love until dawn Then summer ended I turned around you were gone Said you had to move on Sitting here calling your name, wondering who's in your arms tonight And does he hold you the way, babe, you're still holding me And will he care if you share your lifetime, or will he just walk away And when it's over will you come back then to me Babe, can't you see Summer nights and northern lights we were taking walks until dawn Then summer ended I turned around – you were gone And will he care if you share your lifetime, or will he just walk away And when it's over, will you come back then to me Babe, can't you see Summer nights and northern lights we were making love until dawn Then summer ended I turned around you were gone Said you had to move on
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Song For Sarah 03:17
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SONG FOR SARAH Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Sing a song for Sarah Her heart longs to open wide Sing about her quiet Soul inside Sing a song for Sarah Sing for all The stars above Sing for all her dreams and All her love – oh – all her love Sing a song for Sarah Her heart holds Such pain inside Sing for all the tears and Times she’s cried Sing a song for Sarah Sing for all She’s dreamin’ of Sing of all her hope and All her love – oh All her love I don’t know where she’s goin’ Don’t know where she’ll be Don’t know what She’s waitin’ for I only know When I’m gone I know who she’s Longin’ for Sing a song for Sarah Her heart feels Her dreams have died Sing about her quiet Soul inside Sing a song for Sarah Sing to all The stars above All her broken dreams and All her love – oh – all her love Sing a song for Sarah Sing about Her heart so true Sing for every love You ever knew Oh, Lord – I never knew Oh, Lord – I never knew Sing a song for Sarah Sing a song for Sarah Oh, Sarah
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Can't Stop Us Now 03:16
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CAN'T STOP US NOW Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Can’t stop us now – can’t stop The sun from shinin’ it don’t matter anyhow Birds sing out loud come feel the earth is smilin’ A new day is dawnin’ now Can’t turn back now – can’t keep The moon from risin’ it don’t matter anyhow Stars sing out loud come feel our cares are fadin’ A new day is startin’ now Can’t stop us now – sing Sing out loud come hear the bells are ringin’ A new day is callin’ now
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Echoes Of Your Love 02:56
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ECHOES OF YOUR LOVE Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: I still hear the echoes of your voice softly calling Calling to me one last time Somehow in that moment as the world came down around you The voice you needed most to hear was mine All up and down these concrete canyons Through the open skies far above You were calling to me one last time And whispering your love They say our dreams are echoes of hearts that feel a longing Babe I long to hold you close tonight Every night I'm dreaming you're still lying here beside me Now nothing in my world feels right But I know someday the skies again will open And you'll hold me close in heaven far above 'Til then you're calling to me and I still hear the echoes of your love Thanks for calling to me one last time and whispering your love, yes You're still calling to me and I still hear the echoes of your love Echoes of your love Echoes of your love Echoes of your love
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One World. One Dream. 02:34
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ONE WORLD. ONE DREAM. Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: One World. One Dream. One moment to share Hearts race unseen – beating in time everywhere All over the World – a bright new morning has dawned Hearts are yearning – hope is burning The race for the Dream goes on One hope. One way. One new vision to share One Dream. One day. Together at last – everywhere All over the World – a bright new day now will dawn Hearts are straining – hope remaining The race for the Dream goes on One World. One Dream. One moment to share Hearts race unseen – beating in time everywhere All over the World – a bright new morning has dawned Hearts are yearning – hope is burning The race for Peace goes on One World – sharing the Dream. One Dream – I want a beautiful World One World – believe in the Dream. One Dream – there’s only one World One World – keepin’ the Dream. One Dream – it’s a beautiful World
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TIME (Bonus Track) 04:44
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TIME (Bonus Track) Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Time – Time will tell you Time will make our dreams come true Time for sharin’ all those dreams we knew Why – Why I wonder Time will slowly fade away Just time enough to say – I love you Once upon a time – far away You were mine – said you’d always stay We touched the sun but somehow missed the sign Northern lights flashed – restless wind Ooh Babe, let’s go back again but you’re gone Somewhere lost in time Time – Time will tell you Time will make our dreams come true Time for sharin’ all those dreams we knew Why – Why I wonder Time will slowly fade away Just time enough to say – I love you Someday soon – don’t know when Gonna find our own hearts again Caribbean lovers – wild romantic ride Southern Cross – Island nights Cool trade winds – Aurora lights But you’re gone – sailin’ off in time Time – No time left No time to make those dreams come true Lost the time for spendin’ time with you Why – Why I wonder Time has only slipped away Just time enough to say – I love you
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Here We Go Again 03:25
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HERE WE GO AGAIN Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Agent called this mornin’ – clamorin’ for a show Knew this ol’ vacation had to end Says all across the USA – dates are closin’ fast Front porch tour is formin’ once again Management, call the airlines – round up all our gear We’re off to sing our songs – both old ‘n new Flash the news all our fans – party’s ‘bout to start Comin’ soon to a Front Porch close to you So long Susquehanna – we’re headin’ out tonight Goodbye to all our lovers, wives & friends We’re sailin’ off for parts unknown – book another flight Load ‘em up – “Here We Go Again” Johnny’s packed his ol’ black hat – Kimbo’s packed his bass Alison’s packin’ outfits by the ton Rick & Richard’s guitars are strung and nearly tuned Joey’s packin’ all the keys and drums So long Susquehanna – we’re headin’ out tonight Goodbye to all our lovers, wives & friends We’re sailin’ off for parts unknown – book another flight Load ‘em up – “Here We Go Again” So long Susquehanna – we’re headin’ out tonight Goodbye to all our lovers, wives & friends We’re sailin’ off for parts unknown – book another flight Load ‘em up – “Here We Go Again” Hello Carolina – Colorado, too California’s waitin’ round the bend We’re sailin’ off for parts unknown – headin’ out tonight Load ‘em up – “Here We Go Again” Hello Nome, Alaska – Honolulu too China’s waitin’ – like a long lost friend We’re sailin’ off for parts unknown – headin’ out tonight Load ‘em up – “Here We Go Again” Yeah, load ‘em up – “Here We Go Again” Load ‘em up – “Here We Go Again”
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I Remember Sunshine 02:54
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I REMEMBER SUNSHINE Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: I remember sunshine Yes’n I remember rain But thinkin’ on back to places I been to They don’t seem the same But I remember you girl Sayin’ you’re stayin’ right down the line And you’ve been waitin’ there Such a long long time And I remember Tuesdays And I remember you Standin’ outside past quarter to midnight And all the things we’d do And I remember runnin’ away from You and everyone we knew Such a long long time ago I’m headed back to you And you’re still waitin’ there I’m runnin’ home to you I remember sunshine Yes’n I remember rain But thinkin’ on back to places I been to They don’t seem the same But I remember you girl Sayin’ you’re stayin’ right down the line And you’re still waitin’ there Been a long long time Headin’ home to hold you now Such a long long time
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My Baby Rocks! 02:39
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MY BABY ROCKS! Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: She rocks. She shocks. My Baby’s turnin’ heads when she walks Got ‘em all breakin’ a sweat – but they ain’t seen nothin’ yet! Cause she’s smooth. When she moves. Steppin’ in her high heel shoes Baby’s just as sly as a fox – she’s sure makin’ waves when she walks Oooh – my Baby rocks! She’s fine. She’s all mine. My Baby’s got me towin’ the line She’s always knowin’ what’s on their mind Even when they’re walkin’ behind She’s a true beauty. Country fresh cutie. When they see her comin’ – everyone stops She’s sure makin’ waves when she walks Wow – my Baby rocks! Heads are sure turnin’ – Baby’s got ‘em burnin’ The movin’ that she’s doin’ is hot Whole town’s talkin’ – whole world’s watchin’ Everybody knows what she’s got – that’s a lot! She glows. And it shows. She’s gettin’ looks wherever she goes Rockin’ from her head to her toes Baby’s got it all and everyone knows The whole country rolls when she rocks She’s sure makin’ waves when she walks Wow – my Baby rocks! Heads are really turnin’ – Baby’s got ‘em burnin’ The word is spreadin’ all over town County’s all watchin – everybody’s talkin’ I got the hottest baby around It’s news. When she moves. Baby’s getting’ rave reviews Offers comin’ day and night Those moves are out of sight! The lady’s headin’ straight to the top She’s sure makin’ waves when she walks Wow – my Baby rocks!
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The Road To Nowhere 03:50
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THE ROAD TO NOWHERE Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) COOL VIDEO! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWk9GDz3rC0 SONG LYRICS: And if we’re going nowhere – goin’ nowhere At least I’m goin’ nowhere – while I’m spendin’ time with you ‘Cause anywhere is somewhere – Babe, as long as you’re there No road leads to nowhere – if I’m goin’ there with you What the future holds – no man really knows No one’s ever shown us yet – where tomorrow goes Lost my own true love – down along the way Always knew somewhere – somehow – you’d be back someday And I know – yes, I know If we’re going nowhere – goin’ nowhere At least I’m goin’ nowhere – while I’m spendin’ time with you ‘Cause anywhere is somewhere – Babe, as long as you’re there No road leads to nowhere – while I’m goin’ there with you Life’s a lonely road – love can see us through Never knew which road to take – Babe, til I met you So come and hold me close – love will show the way Soon the sunrise – sends the dawn – we’ll be on our way And I know – yes, I know If we’re going nowhere – goin’ nowhere At least we’re goin’ nowhere – while I’m spendin’ time with you ‘Cause anywhere is somewhere – Babe, as long as you’re there No road leads to nowhere – while I’m goin’ there with you And I know – yes, I know If we’re going nowhere – goin’ nowhere At least we’re goin’ nowhere – while I’m spendin’ time with you ‘Cause anywhere is somewhere – Babe, as long as you’re there No road leads to nowhere – while I’m goin’ there with you
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After All 03:43
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AFTER ALL Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Lately I’ve been thinkin’ hard About this old heart of mine Wonderin’ ‘bout the good old days When we’d wander off any place or time And you know, you always seemed to know How to reach my soul never ever dreamin’ That someday you’d just up and go Now I’m standin’ in the pourin’ rain Wishin’ things could somehow be the same But you’re never comin’ back again – after all Well I started out early this mornin’ startin’ over again You know, I really can’t remember any time I’ve cried so hard – anywhere or when ‘Cause you know I never ever found The right words to say, no, I never ever showed you What I was feelin’ and now you’ve gone away See me standin’ in the pourin’ rain Wishin’ things could somehow all be changed But you’re never comin’ back again – after all See me standin’ in the pourin’ rain Wishin’ things could somehow all be changed But you’re never comin’ back again… Well, I dreamed I saw the armies marchin’ In a great golden flame Angels all around me with dark clouds partin’ askin’ ‘”What’s this warrior’s name?” As they turned around to tell me I swear I saw the lightnin’ begin The gates of heaven opened And there you were just walkin’ in See me standin’ in the pourin’ rain Knowin’ things can never be the same, still I know I’ll someday I’ll see you again, after all Yes, I’m – standin’ in the pourin’ rain Knowin’ things will someday be the same, for I know we’ll be together again – after all BACKSTORY Song composed in remembrance of the writer's father during the evening of 15 March 2008 following Memorial Services that day for David W. Gathman (22 November 1916 - 11 March 2008).
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Love Rises With The Dawn 03:47
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LOVE RISES WITH THE DAWN Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Some say love was never meant for dreamers From everything I’ve seen you’re gettin’ set to go Well that’s all right I feel your pain and sorrow About this time tomorrow we’ll both be on our own Still lookin’ back I never dreamed you’d leave I guess I just believed that love would see us through From now on I’m livin’ for tomorrow ‘cause someday baby somehow I’ll be back with you Some say love was only meant for losin’ But when it comes to choosin’ you’re everything to me They say love can fail in desperate hours The fault they say is ours and yet – I still believe Comes a time broken hearts remember the darkness of December Brings promise of the sun and I know snow gives way to Springtime So with the hope of spring I’m holdin’ on to you Yes I know the season’s ever changin’ And lovers can’t be blamin’ our love of flyin’ free For I know Spring returns anew and so I’m tellin’ you You meant everything to me I say love was only meant for dreamers How else can true believers find strength to carry on I know they say the heart’s a lonely hunter But one way or another – true love is never gone Yes I believe love’s just a dyin’ ember Until two hearts remember the promise of the sun Someday you’ll know though winter winds blow cold Our love cannot grow old – love rises with the dawn One day you’ll know though winter winds blow cold Love never can grow old – love rises with the dawn
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He Was A Good Man 03:51
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HE WAS A GOOD MAN Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: He was a Good Man honest and true Livin’ hard along the Texas range Yes, a Good Man doin’ all that he knew Workin’ for a better day She was a Good Gal In love with the man she called her very own Just a new bride in that west Texas land Never meant be alone He was a Bad Man wanted dead or alive Chased across the Texas plain Through the Badlands desperate to survive Ridin’ hard to getaway When that Bad Man stole the lady away Said, I’m takin’ you for my own But that Good Man drew his side arm and said “You better leave my woman alone” Standin’ by her side fightin’ for his bride Fearless as the western wind Good can win the day love will find a way He’s a Good Man to the end Now that Bad Man drew his Colt 45 Unloaded a barrage of flame But that Good Man stared him straight in the eye And returned his fire with deadly aim As that Bad Man fell to the ground A single shot had found its home But that Good Man lay dyin’ in the dust Told you, "Leave my woman alone" Fightin’ for his bride dyin’ by her side Fearless as the western wind A Good Man’s lost love will pay the cost He’s a Good Man to the end He was a Good Man true to the last Her hero bold and brave Yes, a Good Man on the west Texas flats Where they laid him in his Texas grave And she’s a Good Gal still in love with the man Livin’ in their Texas home She’s on her own now in that west Texas land Forever more to be alone He was a Good Man He was a Good Man He was a Good Man He was a Good Man
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Quiet Sunset 03:06
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QUIET SUNSET Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Oh, as the sun was setting My love and I were standing And gazing off into the sky – aahhh A girl so cute I thought I’d die She looked at me and gave a sigh And in the stillness of a sunset And at the close of one more day We like to sit down and forget And kind of love our cares away She smiled and said she loved me Was mine and always would be At least until the end of time – aahhh A love so true it never ends Now all my love to her I send And in the stillness of a sunset And at the close of one more day We like to sit down and forget And kind of love our cares away Now as the days were passing And people ‘round us chasing And we were caught up in the rush – aahhh This madness never was for us I held her close and felt her touch And in the stillness of a sunset And at the close of one more day We like to sit down and forget And kind of love our cares away
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I Don't Want To Know You 02:39
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I DON'T WANT TO KNOW YOU Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: I don’t want to know you I don’t want to show you a thing that I feel I just want to hold you I just want to reach out and see if you’re real They say that you’ve been lonely I can see that faraway look in your eyes Was she your one and only Is she the one who’s tearing you down with her lies Stand back, don’t cross that line You’ve been burned once, well babe, so have I Tonight the sorrow can end You can’t let me down if I don’t let you in I don’t want to show you I could never open my heart to the pain And I don’t want to know you I can never face all that passion again They say she really torched you I still see the fire of fear burning bright But I could never hurt you I just want to reach out and hold you tonight Stand back, don’t cross that line You’ve been burned once, well babe, so have I Tonight the sorrow can end You can’t let me down if I don’t let you in I don’t want to know you I don’t want to show you a thing that I feel I just want to hold you I just want to reach out and see if you’re real I don’t want to know you (stand back!) I don’t want to show you (stand back!) I just want to hold you I just want to reach out and see if you’re real
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County Fair 03:04
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COUNTY FAIR Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: I took my song to the County Fair I said, "I want to be a Star!" And the music man with the coal black hair Said, "Son, you know, you could go far! You look real clean and you sound real keen And man, you play a mean guitar! Now all it takes is just a few big breaks, boy, Before you know it…there you are!" And I said, "Sit down, I've got a song to sing…" But he said my song would never sell "But these fans will go for anything If we package you up real well…" So they changed my style…they changed my looks… The record people changed my name And before too long, they changed my song And soon I didn't sound the same. So when I stepped on stage like I was all the rage… The people saw right through the game! But as they stood to go, you know, I stopped the show Wen I said, "Thank you, folks, I'm glad you came!" And then I said, "Sit down I got a song to sing… You know, they say my song'll never sell… But if I never learn another thing, well, This story's mine to tell…" And so the lights went down, I turned around… Picked up my old guitar… And I sang it low…I sang it soft… And ooohh, the music touched their hearts And as the last notes died…they dried their eyes… And then I heard the cheering start… And now every time I sing my song that way… The people cheer, and I've just got to say…you know… The D-Jay called me just the other day…to say… I'm Number One on all the charts! And I've finally learned, no matter what they say If you're going to play the music… Play it straight…from the heart. I took my song to the County Fair I said, "I want to be a Star!" And the music man with the coal black hair Said, "Son, you know, you could go far…!"..
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Whole Lotta Jerry Lee 02:47
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WHOLE LOTTA JERRY LEE Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: “He was the first man in the first class…inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame…yeah, that’s right, He and Elvis got it all started… Amazing talent...Wild Man…(wild)…Wild Man!” Havin’ us a wild old time – come and join the – Jamboree Breakin’ out our old Sun Records – play a little – Jerry Lee Havin’ us a – “Memphis session” – Sam Philips – joinin’ in, too When “Killer” comes a callin’ – we’ll be shakin’ the world – Yeah! We’re gonna have a party for you! Fun’s about to start – ‘cause we’re – gonna start – somethin’ new! Late September – 29 – nineteen – thirty five Jerry Lee arrives in this big ol’ world – so rock & roll can come alive Jerry Lee – Jimmy – and Mickey – the whole family havin’ fun! “I’m On Fire” – play a little – “Wild One” Yeah, “Great Balls Of Fire” – “A Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On” Way down south – Louisiana – the party was set to begin Fingers a-flyin’ – keyboard’s dancin’ – Rockabilly rollin’ in! Louisiana lightnin’ – bench-kickin’ – somethin’ new! Look out, boys! – a Wild Man is – playin’ through! – oh, yeah! Pumpin’ that piano – Jerry Lee’s a-rockin’ for you! Try and keep up, now – a dozen Gold Records Rock & Roll’s great “Wild Man” – four Grammy’s! Jerry Lee & Johnny – Elvis & Carl– Memphis never sounded so fine! “Last Man Standing” – “End Of The Road” – “Another Place, Another Time” Ol’ “Killer” played like nobody’s fool – once upon a time Never forget “The Million Dollar Quartet” – last man of the line Class of ’55 Hall of Fame Remember the name Jerry Lee’s a friend of mine! Gotta a “Whole Lotta Jerry Lee” goin’ on!
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Pickin' Like My Old Man 02:38
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PICKIN’ LIKE MY OLD MAN Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Well, we was playin’ a show Down South one day – along the Rio Grande When a rustler rushed up on me – and he offered to shake my hand “Boys,” he said – and he smiled – seemin’ like he was a friend “Would you mind too much if I pick that thing?” An’ the stranger started right in Yeah, he sits right down Pulls out a pick – and strums once or twice Then he kicks right in – with a toothless grin An’ he starts pickin’ those strings nice His fingers strum – an’ he picks ‘n pulls Attackin’ them there strings I tell you friend – I’ve never heard A guitar – that sings Except for “My Old Man” He taught me – when I was a lad How to pick these guitar strings – like no one ever has See, I practiced – and I practiced – and I learned me all he knew ‘Til one day – The Old Man smiled and said “Ain’t no one picks like you!” Well, my stranger friend – he finished up – and laid down my guitar He looked me in the eye and says – “Well fellas, there you are! I guess you’ll never hear no one – can play guitar like me!” I just smiled – grabbed my guitar – “I guess we all will see!” So I kicked right in – fingers a blazin’ – up and down them strings His jaw just dropped – and I could tell – he’d never seen such a thing The music played – and my guitar sang – like no one’s ever heard ‘Til I heard him gasp – he just walked away Never said one more word Well, this story’s true Been often repeated – time and time again Folks hope their pickin’ can keep right up But I learned from My Old Man So it don’t matter – folks can try And play the best they think they can They ain’t never gonna play like me Because I learned from My Old Man And ain’t no one’s ever picked guitar Or played like My Old Man Pick it, Pappy!
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Up Town 03:34
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UP TOWN Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Doo doo – doo doo Doo doo – doo dah – doodin’ dah do It gets me down – down – down When you’re messin’ around I love the sound – sound – sound When you come back home, baby – lost and found We got a smooth groove movin’ And I’m tellin’ you, too You take me – up town – all around Baby, when the sun goes down You fill me up – up – up Oooh, with your lovin’ – my little buttercup Don’t stop now – we’re just beginnin’ Baby, go to heaven with me And it’s – ooh – ooh – ooh And now, I’m tellin’ you, too You take me – up town – all around Baby, when the sun goes down SAX INSTRUMENTAL You take me – up town – all around Baby, when the sun goes down You let me down – down – down With your foolin’ around Come on around – round – round Dress up nice – in your evenin’ gown Yes, it’s – ooh – ooh – ooh Baby – now I’m tellin’ you, too We’re headin’ – up town – all around Baby, when the sun goes down Doo doo – doo doo doo – do do Doo doo – doo doo – doo, yeah One – two – three – four – five – six – seven Baby, come to heaven with me I said – ooh – ooh – ooh, baby You know where we’re headin’ to We’re headin’ – up town – all around Baby, when the sun goes down Root doo – doo doot doo – do do Doo doot ‘n – root doo – doot ‘n – doo, yeah Yeah, yeah – take me home, now Lovin’ goin’ home with you You know – why – why – why I’m feelin’ so good inside We’re headed – up town – and all around Baby, when the sun goes down Doo doot doo – doo doot – doo do Doo doo – doo doo – yeah (SAX) Dah doot doo – dat – duh – dah (SAX) Dat dah – dah – doh – doh – doh We’re headin’ – up town – all around Baby, when the sun goes down Dah dit doo – doo doo Dit dah – doo Baby, when the sun goes down
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Too Late, Baby 02:08
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TOO LATE, BABY Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Too late – been tryin’ to tell you, now Too late – been meanin’ to say I said too late – now, it’s finally over Too late, baby, now – I’m goin’ away Oh – baby – thought we finally made it Oooh – baby – we had such a good time Ohhh – baby – nothin’ lasts forever Always remember – when you were once mine The heavenly nights – the times you loved me The heavenly days – the things you’d do Don’t you just wish – love could last forever We had it all once – a love so true Oh! Too late – it’s finally over Yeah, it’s too late – so sorry to say It’s just too late – our love is endin’ Too late, baby – I’m going away All the heavenly nights – ooohh – the ways you loved me All the heavenly days – ooohh – the things we’d do Don’t you just wish – love could last forever We had it all – a love so true But it’s too late Too late Too late Too late, baby BASS VAMP Too late – now the lovin’s all over, babe Too late – I just can’t stay Too late – never saw it comin’ But it’s too late, baby – I’m sailin’ away Too late – yeah, it’s finally over Too late – no, I just can’t stay Too late – thought you’d never hear it But it’s too late, baby, now – I’m on my way Yeah, it’s too late – no, you never saw it comin’ But it’s too late, baby – now I’m leavin’ – today
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Desperate People 03:50
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DESPERATE PEOPLE Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Came a young boy laughin’ Skippin’ stones and ice cream cones I thought I caught him tappin’ upon my door but then no more He’s gone I’ve seen that boy before Came a young man lyin’ Out in the rain in all his pain I thought I caught him cryin’ so lost and poor but then no more He’s gone I’ve seen that boy before All the desperate people livin’ in a heartless world They come and go and you never know it could be they’re just like me – yeah They’re just like you and me Came an old man dyin’ Through the years through all his tears I thought I caught him cryin’ along the shore but then no more He’s gone I’ve seen that face before All the desperate people livin’ in a heartless world They come and go and you never know It could be they’re just like me – yeah They’re just like you and me Are we the heartless people Livin’ in a desperate world We come and go and you never know Can you see you’re just like me – yeah They’re all like you and me Came a young boy laughin’ skippin’ stones and ice cream cones I thought I caught him tappin’ upon my door but then no more He’s gone I’ve seen that boy before He won’t be back no more
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Starin' Down The Barrel 02:53
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STARIN' DOWN THE BARREL Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Well, I’m starin’ down the barrel of an opportunity And what could be the point of this – it’s more than I can see I’m standin’ here before her Dad – and the whole “Fam-Dam-ily” Yeah, I’m starin’ down the barrel of an opportunity Lord, it’s such a sight to see There’s Cousin Bo and Uncle Fred – and everyone she knows But they don’t know the half of it – it’s bad enough what they know She ain’t no spring chicken – no, she ain’t no blushin’ bride Another 15 minutes I’ll be standin’ by her side There’s brother Buzz awaitin’ – standin’ there with her old Man If they “figur” we’ll be in-laws – well, they better think again The thought of gettin’ hitched to her – could make the angels fear Lord, I gotta “figur” out a way – to git on outa here Yeah, I’m starin’ down the barrel of an opportunity And wonderin’ in a moment – what will become of me I’m standin’ here – considerin’ – the possibilities While contemplatin’ options – while they’re starin’ back at me (Spoken) Yeah, they’re starin’ back at ya, son! INSTRUMENTAL My hands stuffed in my pockets – prayin’ for a little change Then suddenly it hits me – my last chance – to get away I toss two bits into the air – and two more down the aisle The next thing her whole family’s scramblin’ – landin’ in a big ‘ol pile Meanwhile I’m just makin’ – my own way – on out the door You bet your bottom dollar – they won’t catch me here no more No more standin’ there before her dad – and the whole Fam-Dam-ily Yeah, I’m runnin’ from the barrel – towards my opportunity Yeah, I’m finally clear and free (Spoken) Yeah, ya better run, son - scedaddle!
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Christmas All Over The World (Suite) 09:48
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CHRISTMAS ALL OVER THE WORLD (SUITE) Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) FIVE-SONG WUITE LYRICS: CHRISTMAS ARE YOU COMIN' (Part One) Christmas – Christmas are you comin’ I’m wishin’ – don’t know what I’m wantin’ A jolly old man in a red and white sleigh Was spotted ‘bout an hour ago They’re saying that he’s headed directly our way And lookin’ outside it’s beginning to snow Sleigh bells – can you hear ‘em ringin’ Can’t tell – exactly what he’s bringin’ Been helpin’ all month with my chores ‘n’ stuff I know he’s watchin’ everything I do Even little Tommy’s been behavin’ ok Christmas, if you’re comin’ can you make it, soon! Oh, Christmas – Christmas are you comin’ I’m wishin’ – for everything I’m wanting Church bells – can you hear ‘em ringin’ Midnight – wonder what he’s bringin’ Everybody says we’ve been behavin’ ok Maybe for a week or two Wonder what he’s bringin’ in that big old sleigh Full of toys and goodies just for me and you Oh, Christmas – Christmas are you comin’ Wishin’ – don’t know what I’m wantin’ Christmas – Christmas are you comin’ Christmas – Christmas are you comin’ YES IT'S THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS (Part 2) Yes, it’s the night before Christmas All over the town – people running around Yes, it’s the night before Christmas All over the world Ohh, it’s the night before Christmas Songs in the air – joy everywhere Yes, it’s the night before Christmas All over the world Another happy night before Christmas Children at play – know just what to say Another happy night before Christmas All over the world See the people running around See them scurry through town – no one wearing a frown Another happy night before Christmas All over the world Yes, it’s the night before Christmas All over the town – people running around Yes, it’s the night before Christmas All over the world All over the world YES IT'S THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS - ISLAND (Part 3) Yes, it’s the night before Christmas All over the town – people running around Yes, it’s the night before Christmas All over the world Another happy night before Christmas Children at play – don’t know what to say Another happy night before Christmas All over the world Oh…! Santa Claus is coming He’s going to bring lots of toys For the girls and the boys…! Oh yes, it’s the night before Christmas All over the town – people running around Yes, it’s the night before Christmas All over the world Oh…! Santa Claus is singing Merry Christmas to everybody! Yeah – Yeah – Yeah – Yeah…! CHRISTMAS ALL OVER THE WORLD (Part 4) Christmas – can you hear it comin’ Christmas – can, can you see it Christmas – can you feel it’s – on the way Christmas – everywhere it’s Christmas – in the air – it’s Christmas – gonna share it – Christmas Day Oh, we’ll share it Christmas – get the spirit Christmas – comin’ near it’s Christmas – raise a cheer, it’s – here to stay Oh, can you hear Christmas – just believe it Christmas – never leave it Christmas – gonna keep it – Christmas Day Everybody Christmas – everybody Christmas – let’s party – it’s a party Christmas – anybody – anyway – Christmas Day Christmas – no pretendin’ – there’s no pretendin’ Christmas – yes, we’re sendin’ Christmas – never endin’ – Christmas Day Never endin’ Christmas – all around it’s Christmas – happy sounds of Christmas – gather ‘round it’s – gather ‘round it’s Christmas Day Christmas – in the air it’s Christmas – everywhere – it’s everywhere – gotta share it Christmas Day Can you feel it Christmas – comin’ for us Christmas – join the chorus – Alleluia – Alleluia Christmas – ever more it’s – Christmas Day Christmas – gotta sing it Christmas – gonna bring it Christmas – won’t you ring it Gotta sing it – gotta bring it – won’t you ring it Christmas Day Christmas – comin’ for us Christmas – join the chorus Christmas – ever more it’s – ever more it’s Christmas Day Christmas – tell the people – tell the world it’s Christmas – everybody – boys and girls it’s Everywhere around the world – it’s Christmas Day Everybody – Christmas Day Merry Christmas Day Christmas Day CHRISTMAS ARE YOU COMIN' - REPRISE (Part 5) Christmas – Christmas are you comin’ I’m wishin’ – I don’t know what I’m wantin’ A jolly old man in a red and white sleigh Was spotted half an hour ago They’re saying that he’s headed directly our way And lookin’ outside it’s beginning to snow Sleigh bells – can you hear ‘em ringin’ Can’t tell – exactly what he’s bringin’ Christmas – Christmas are you comin’ Christmas – Christmas are you comin’ Christmas – Christmas are you comin’ Christmas – Christmas are you comin’ Christmas – Christmas are you comin’
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Pennsylvania Home 03:11
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PENNSYLVANIA HOME Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) VIEW THE VIDEO: https://youtu.be/nlP6HC_j65s SONG LYRICS: There’s a place where dreams are born A man can still live free My boyhood home is callin’ out to me Traveled all around this world From sea to shinin’ sea Pennsylvania’s still callin’ out to me From the rugged western steel mills Where they blast the iron ore To Philadelphia’s Freedom Bell And the untamed Great Lake shore Pennsylvania’s callin’ no matter how far I roam Callin’ me back – Pennsylvania Home From the birthplace of our nation And the fields at Valley Forge To the blood-soaked graves at Gettysburg Where we turned the tide of the Civil War Pennsylvania’s callin’ no matter how far I roam Callin’ me back – Pennsylvania Home Now the Susquehanna’s flowing on To The Mason-Dixon Line The Endless mountains rise to touch the sky Red-tailed Hawks still rule the air The Eagle still flies free And Freedom’s light still shines for you and me From the rollin’ golden wheat fields And the clearest mountain streams To the ancient Alleghenies Where a man can live his dreams Pennsylvania’s callin’ no matter how far I roam Callin’ me back – Pennsylvania Home
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Front Porch Thing 03:08
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FRONT PORCH THING Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Just flew in from our “Front Porch Tour” Playin’ every song we know From Timbuktu – to Kalamazoo To Cincinnati, Ohio “Front Porch” time – sure feels fine Always good to get home Kickin’ right back – time to relax Pick a little “Front Porch” tune Sure is fine – playin’ in time Pickin’ out a “Front Porch” tune Rick kicks off pickin’ country licks Johnny's on the mandolin Joey keeps time with his high hat flyin’ Richard just jumps right in Now everyone knows when we play our shows They want to hear Alison sing Sure is fine – pickin’ in time Play a little “Front Porch Swing” One more time – sure feels fine It’s how we do our “FRONT PORCH THING” INSTRUMENTAL One more time – sure feels fine Do a little “FRONT PORCH THING” “...where to now, Kimbo...?" "...let's kick it into overdrive...!" INSTRUMENTAL
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We're Goin' Home 03:31
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WE'RE GOIN' HOME Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: We’re goin’ home Not to sail the seven seas no more We’re on our own – no time for wonderin’ why Yeah, we’re goin’ home Not to see the sky – or hear the soft sea roar Such a long road home – just time to say good-bye Midnight sun – dark blue sky New moon risin’ – we don’t know why Our sojourn’s slowin’ – our journey’s – near an end Heaven’s gates – openin’ wide Northern lights – as worlds collide And we’re gone – no more sailin’ – on again ‘Cause we’re goin’ home Not to sail the seven seas no more Yeah, we’re on our own – no time for wonderin’ why Yeah, we’re goin’ home Not to see the skies – or hear the soft sea roar It’s a long road home – just time to say good-bye So come about – sail for shore Sunlight’s failin’ – we sail no more Into the setting sun – we’re headin’ – home alone Southern Cross – starlight fades Peaceful dreamin’ – in the midnight shade But – we’re gone – on the long, long journey home ‘Cause we’re goin’ home Not to sail the seven seas no more We’re on our own – no time for wonderin’ why Yeah, we’re goin’ home Not to see the sky – or hear the soft sea roar We’re on our own – just time to say good-bye Sailin’ home – seven seas Sailin’ home – goin’ home – sailin’ home – goin’ home
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They Don't Let Me Sing (Bonus Track) 04:12
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THEY DON'T LET ME SING Music & lyrics by RWGathman (BMI) © USAgency, Inc. (BMI) SONG LYRICS: Well, they don’t let me sing here In The Front Porch Country Band They let me play on everything And pose for pictures, man I get the call, “Bring your guitar…” They show me where to stand But they won’t let me sing here In The Front Porch Country Band I get to write and pick and grin Whenever we record I get to sweat and worry Over every little chord Well, I get to stand before our fans And be the “Guitar Man” But they won’t let me sing here In The Front Porch Country Band Well, John and Kimbo fight it out To see who sings the lead Unless the singer’s female Then it’s Alison - "Indeed!" And sometimes, every now and then Even Joey takes the stand But they won’t let me sing here In The Front Porch Country Band Richard slides the faders And he turns them little knobs And then they let us smile for the press And we get to act like country snobs They even make us hawk these “Country Rocks” And I get to “aim” that country van But they won’t let us sing here – In The Front Porch Country Band You know, Kimbo gets the fan mail And Johnny, he gets all the girls And Alison, she’s always getting’ “dolled up” To sing before this whole world And all they ever let me do is play this guitar Where they tell me to stand But they won’t let me sing here In The Front Porch Country Band But sometimes on the weekends – we ain’t got no show We get to sit and pick and sing – relaxin’ don’t you know And then when no one’s lookin’ – and them singers ain’t around We get to take a deep breath – and make an awesome sound “You start…" “Okay, now I’m gonna start…and then you follow…you’ll understand…” “Row, Row, Row Your Boat…” “There’s just us two here…!” “Oh, that’ll sell records!...” And they just won’t let us sing here In The Front Porch Country Band “I really don’t think we sing that bad, do you, Richard…?” “I…I really don’t, No...!” “Just ‘cause they look better’n us don’t mean they sing better’n us…” “They look better’n you…” “Matter of fact, Joey don’t even look better’n us, if you ask me…” “No…” “But Johnny, he’s cute…(laugh)…but I think Alison a lot cuter’n that…” “I’ll go along with that…yep…yep…no problem…” “Then there’s Kimbo…” “Kimbo’s cute…” “Kimbo…! Kimbo…!”

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In 2001, The Front Porch Country Band shot to worldwide acclaim overnight, following nearby meteor strike and the release oftheir first hit single: “Hot Rock Came To The Country.”.

They've gone on to write and record hundreds of original new songs. Topped International charts with #1 worldwide hits. Headlined on the world's greatest stages. Starred on their own hour-long radio and TV broadcasts. And released a dozen full albums.

Now these “fan favorites” are together for the first time – with entries from all twelve band albums, while also featuring the best of their many popular genres: Country. Rock. Island.. Rock. Island. Acoustic. Folk. With selections from their Trilogies & Pop Anthems.

Along the way, these six seasoned and studio musicians expanded our notion of "country music" through their powerful influences of country, rock, pop, folk and Americana. Their distinctive sound is further influenced by their musical versatility, with each band member playing a variety of instruments and sharing time on lead vocals.

These players all came of age during the greatest music revolution in history – and it shows. “They have an amazing command of America's most popular and diverse styles,” say journalists. “From blazing hard rock to sensitive acoustic love ballads, their writing, rhythms, melodies and harmonies perfectly blend their personalities and musical performances. and musical performances. ANTHOLOGY is the ideal showcase for their world-class musical talents.” Enjoy!

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released June 17, 2022

Created By RWGathman For USAgency Entertainment.
All Songs Written Expressly For The Front Porch Country Band.
All Words, Music, Story & Lyrics © RWGathman (BMI).
& USAgency, Inc. (BMI). Produced by William John Christian.
Recorded at Green Valley Recording Studios.
Executive Producer RWGathman for USAgency.
© mmi-mmxxi. All rights reserved worldwide. Printed in USA.

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The Front Porch Country Band is the American band formed in 2001 and comprised of six seasoned stage and studio musicians brought together from successful solo careers to record and perform as one group. Their music expands the notion of "country music" with influences of rock, pop, folk and Americana, with each member playing a variety of instruments and sharing time on lead vocals. ... more

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