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The Long Road Home

by The Front Porch Country Band

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Makin' My Way Back Home 03:02
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MAKIN’ MY WAY BACK HOME Words & Music © 2021 by RWGathman (BMI) All rights reserved worldwide. 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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One Plus One 02:43
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ONE PLUS ONE Words & Music © 2021 by RWGathman (BMI) All rights reserved worldwide. Ohhh – Bop Bop! Ohhh – Bop! All those years – in Grade School, baby Sittin’ right next to you Teachers teachin’ us all their rules How “One Plus One” adds up to two And then one day – you turned sixteen I turned – to look at you A perfect angel – smiled right back Now, it all adds up – to me and you “One Plus One” makes One – now baby Yeah, we know it’s true You & me together, babe Forever – me & you! Our teachers tried to teach us, babe Guess they never knew How “One Plus One” makes One – forever Whenever – the love is true Ohhh – Bop Bop! All those years – from Grade School, on Never dreamed you knew ‘Til one day – I found the way to say I’ll always be – in love with you “One Plus One” makes One – now baby Yeah, we know it’s true You & me together, babe Forever – me & you! Teachers tried to teach us, babe Guess they never knew How “One Plus One” makes One – now, baby Forever – our love is true Ohhh – Bop Bop! Ohhh – Bop Bop! Ohhh – Bop Bop! Ohhh – Bop Bop! All those years – in Grade School, baby – sittin’ right next to you You and me – together, babe– forever – me and you Ohhh – Bop Bop! Ohhh – Bop Bop! Ohhh – Bop Bop! Teachers tried to teach us, babe – guess they never knew How, “One Plus One” makes One – now, baby – forever – me and you! Ohhh – Bop Bop! Ohhh – Bop!
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I Can Still Remember 03:06
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I CAN STILL REMEMBER Words & Music © 2021 by RWGathman (BMI) All rights reserved worldwide. COOL VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PuMQPMDsckw SONG LYRICS I can still remember how the whole thing started I can still remember – how it used to be And I can still recall – front porch pickin’ – ‘n most of all I remember – workin’ out the harmony – (ooohh aaahh) Yeah, I can still remember stayin’ up past midnight Pickin’ & grinnin’ – learnin’ on our cheap guitars And figurin’ out the beat – three whole chords – just you ‘n me (And) Dreamin’ of the day – imaginin’ that we’d be stars And I can still remember all the great folk singers Old Tom Dooley – hangin’ from a tall oak tree Bob and Nick and Dave – ol’ Charlie on the MTA Then along came John – seems like – yesterday Then the 60’s hit – and everything started changin’ February 9 – we’ll never – be the same John and George and Paul – Ringo on drums – we heard the call Yeah, everything changed – when The Fab Four took the stage And I remember spinnin’ all our Beatles records Learnin’ all the words and notes that they ever played And I can still recall – our first big show – we packed the hall The very first time – we took that concert stage I remember – all the great old country singers Waylon & Willie – Dolly and Cash and Merle Then Randy came along – we opened the show And then we headed on Playin’ our country songs All over the world! Yeah! – I can still recall – front porch pickin’ – ‘n most of all I can still remember – how it used to be
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Whole Lotta Jerry Lee! 02:47
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WHOLE LOTTA JERRY LEE! Words & Music © 2021 by RWGathman (BMI) All rights reserved worldwide. “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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Don't Look Back 03:30
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DON’T LOOK BACK Words & Music © 2021 by RWGathman (BMI) All rights reserved worldwide. Really don’t remember the day – really can’t recall the time But Daddy once done told me – when I was just a lad “Boy, don’t pay no never mind” “Always do whatever they say – never talk back to The Man” But Daddy never told me the price I’d pay If ever – I done took a stand One night they come for my Mama Daddy, he just – step aside But I hear her scream – grab The Man’s gun Stuck that sucker right in his side Next thing I remember – gun goin’ off Watchin’ his eyes as he died I turn to my Daddy and cry Mama just tells me to run I look out the window – the law’s comin’ fast Sheriff out there – pullin’ his gun Deputies hollerin’ – surrounding the place Light’s in my eyes – screams in my ears “Now look here, boy – see what you done” One look – I just run away Ain’t never slept a minute – it’s true All I ever learned – you don’t look back Someone might be gainin’ on you Yeah, all I been learnin’ since then Only thing I know how to do Never slow down – and don’t look back Someone might be gainin’ on you So all my life – been on the run Never had me nothin’ since then Some days I get to wonderin’ – why do you think Some folks got nothin’ to spend Never had me nothin’ – to call my own Wonderin’ how it’s all gonna end Mama – are you thinkin’ of me Daddy – are you wonderin’ why Never learned the lessons you taught me Never learned to take The Man’s side Daddy what you told me is true No matter what it takes – don’t look back Someone might be gainin’ on you Really don’t remember the day – really can’t recall the time But Daddy once told me – when I was just a lad “Boy, don’t pay no never mind” “Always do whatever they say Never talk back to The Man” But Daddy never told me the price I’d pay If ever – I done took a stand
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Can't Stop Time 02:42
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CAN’T STOP TIME Words & Music © 2021 by RWGathman (BMI) All rights reserved worldwide. Can’t stop time from turnin’ Tomorrow knows no pain And only truth remains When tomorrow’s gone Can’t keep the fire from burnin’ The embers hide our pain And only love remains When the heartache’s gone So close your eyes – turn down the lights – and things will be alright You know for every dark mornin’ there’s a brand new dawnin’ of light No time – for rememberin’ Sunshine follows rain Still the truth remains When the memory’s gone No time – for tomorrow We live life – all alone Our memories – only fade One the long road home Close your eyes – turn down the lights – and things will be alright You know for every dark mournin’ there’s a brand new dawnin’ of light No, we can’t stop time – forever We end life – all alone The memories fade away On our long road home
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The Road To Nowhere 03:50
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THE ROAD TO NOWHERE Words & Music © 2021 by RWGathman (BMI) All rights reserved worldwide. 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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Some Lonely Christmas 02:26
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SOME LONELY CHRISTMAS Words & Music © 2021 by RWGathman (BMI) All rights reserved worldwide. Some lonely Christmas When the stars are shinin’ bright Look up – and you may find me In the cold December night And the Northern Star will guide you And you’ll find I’m ever near I’ll be smiling down at Christmas On that lonely midnight clear And you’ll know – your Christmas love is here Some lonely Christmas When the moon – is on the rise Look up and you may find me In the midnight Christmas skies Every true love lives forever Just believe – and I’ll be here On the brightest night of Winter When love is truly clear And still you’ll know Your Christmas love is near Some lonely Christmas Let the Spirit touch your heart Remember – I’m right beside you And we’ll never be apart Yes, you’ll know We are never apart Christmas Christmas Christmas
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No Way Home (Hobo's Lament) 02:05
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NO WAY HOME (HOBO’S LAMENT) Words & Music © 2021 by RWGathman (BMI) All rights reserved worldwide. Been wanderin’ – so long alone Thinkin’ back – wonderin’ how – things went so wrong Been wonderin’ how that old girl’s been Ain’t never goin’ back there again Thinkin’ ‘bout all my old friends They all left me here – all alone Missin’ her – now & then I just ain’t got – no way home Now I’m thinkin’ ‘bout all those fast times – viola louder And all those fine places – I never been They don’t mean a thing to me now Ain’t never goin’ back there again Nobody knows – all the trouble I seen Ain’t never goin’ back there again Thinkin’ ‘bout all my old friends They all left me here – all alone Missin’ her – now & then – pizzacatos/kill last one Still ain’t got – no way home Been wanderin’ – too long – on my own Now I’m wonderin’ – where this all ends Everyone knows – it’s a long road home Ain’t never goin’ back there again Lord! Everyone knows – it’s a long road home Ain’t never goin’ back there again
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Pickin' Like My Old Man 02:38
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PICKIN’ LIKE MY OLD MAN Words & Music © 2021 by RWGathman (BMI) All rights reserved worldwide. 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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Sittin' On The Front Porch Waitin' 03:31
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SITTIN' ON THE FRONT PORCH WAITIN' Words & Music © 2021 by RWGathman (BMI) All rights reserved worldwide. Sittin’ on the front porch waitin’ Waitin’ for the fun to begin Sittin’ on the front porch Waitin’ here – all alone – once again You know the lady says she’s comin’ home someday Trouble is – she won’t say when So, I’m just sittin’ on the front porch Waitin’ for the heartache to end You know she left our home in Georgia Rollin’ down to New Orleans I never will forget her Steppin’ to her limousine – no-no-no! Now the lady’s causin’ more excitement Than this country’s ever seen Still I’m just sittin’ on the front porch Waitin’ til she comes home to me She’s goin’ too far – they made her a star She’s got a hot record – and a brand new car She’ll be drivin’ on home to hold me Any moment now – the lovin’ll start! You know, the lady says she’s comin’ home someday I’m just hopin’ she’ll make it soon ‘Cause I’m just sittin’ on the front porch Waitin’ here ‘til…maybe…next June? She’s goin’ too far – they made her a star She’s got a hot record – and a brand new car She’s drivin’ on home to hold me Any moment now – our lovin’ ‘ll start! You know, the lady’s got the whole world talkin’ You know, she really is somethin’ to see But I’m sittin’ on the front porch Waitin’ – ‘til she comes home to me! Sittin’ on the front porch waitin’ Waitin’ for the mornin’ mail Mailman says – if she writes He’ll bring it on by – without fail I know, the lady says she’s come home someday And day now – she’ll roll right in So, I’m sittin’ on the front porch Waitin’ for the fun to begin! How long do I gotta wait! Sittin’ here – got my smart phone – waitin’ for the lady to call She could text me or somethin’ – been here all summer Half the Fall – after all! It’s been months, now! – what car is she drivin? What city is she in? – heck, I don’t know! No way she’s gonna dump me…! I gave her my class ring! – Class of ’99 – you remember! Come on, Babe! – just waitin’ here! Maybe tomorrow mornin’ – could be any day, now! Oh, I don’t know – just “Facebook Me” or something!
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Are You Comin' Kathy Ann 03:00
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ARE YOU COMIN’ KATHY ANN Words & Music © 2021 by RWGathman (BMI) All rights reserved worldwide. Are you comin’ Kathy Ann – are you comin’ Are you comin’ home to make a home with me Will you come and make a life – will you be my winsome wife Together we can make a fam-i-ly! Are you laughin’ Carrie Ann – are you laughin’ Can you laugh n’ love your life for all to see Your smile brings the sun – which you shine on everyone The joy you give means all the world to me Can you dance Delaney Ann – are you dancin’ Your dancin’s bringin’ joy to all you see You pretty blue-eyed girl – with your pretty blond-haired curls You know your dance means all the world to me Are you watchin’ dear Bea Mary – are you watchin’ Are you watchin’ all the off-spring you can see It began with you and Bill – now, your family’s growing still Your life together’s growin’ endlessly Are you comin’ Kathy Ann – are you comin’ Are you comin’ home to make a home with me Will you come and make a life – will you be my “Holsum” wife Together we can make a fam-i-ly! Yeah, together we have made a family – yeah, together – it’s been a lot of fun! – let’s see now, there’s Andy – ah, that’s one of ‘em – and, um, Laura, right? – and how about Carolyn – yeah, what was that little one’s name? – yeah, ya know Thomas! – that’s Scooby Doo, Doo Doo, Jelly Bean & Will! – oh, and don’t forget – Juan & Angelina – Jake, Nathan & Joel – what about Delany, Audrey, Mitchell, & Chloe! – Yeah! Nice job! – Don’t forget Mokie & Ross!
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We're Goin' Home 03:31
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WE’RE GOIN’ HOME Words & Music © 2021 by RWGathman (BMI) All rights reserved worldwide. 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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The Long Road Home 03:12
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THE LONG ROAD HOME Words & Music © 2021 by RWGathman (BMI) All rights reserved worldwide. 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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Good-Bye 03:52
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GOOD-BYE Words & Music © 2021 by RWGathman (BMI) All rights reserved worldwide. Good bye – to the things that we stood for So long – to the plans that we made And pass one last round – for the boys leavin’ town We’ll be gone – with the coming parade Good bye – to the girls that we courted So long – to the friends that we knew And lift one last round – for the last ones in town And recall – we were loyal and true Lift one last round – for the last ones in town And recall – we were loyal and true Yeah! – Good bye to the last ones left standin’ So long – to the sorrows we’ve known Will you pass the last round – with a last lonesome sound As you sing us – one last mournful tune Yes! – Good bye to the things that we stood for So long to the girls that we knew Will ya pass the last round – for the boys leavin’ town And recall – we were loyal and true

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The Poem (1978) & The Book (2003)
THE LONG ROAD HOME
By RWGathman

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released December 15, 2021

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The Front Porch Country Band by RWGathman.
All music & lyrics © 2021 by RWGathman (BMI).
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Produced by William John Christian
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Recorded, mixed, and mastered at Green Valley Recording Studios.
Studio engineering on all tracks by Richard Rupert (MFSA).

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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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