Go away. Ple-ease Go away Ple-ease Let me have at least the freedom to choose how I’m gonna die Why give my body life if my choices are not mine? I wanna be free of your gaze I wanna be free of your gaze I’m sick of being trapped in this room with no means of escape, Except to let the noose take me away I wanna be free of your gaze Show the way Ple-ease Show the way Ple-ease There’s no freedom to be found within my mind It's not freedom if all my choices only make me die I wanna be free of my self I wanna be free of my self I wanna be free of the things that are slowly killing me Before I up and lose myself I wanna be Free of my self Sa-ave me-ee Sa-ave me-ee Fre-ee me-ee Fre-ee me-ee I wanna be free of my self I wanna be free of my self I wanna be free of the things that are slowly killing me Before I up and lose myself I wanna be Free of my self

Dear Mother, expect to see me back sometime this fall They say it’s just a matter of time before the red coats break the line There was so much loss, but we won, all-in-all And oh, Mother, I sometimes think about that school that I applied for I don’t regret staying to serve; there’s a lot I could have learned But I’d rather learn it in the land that Father died for Oh I’ll come home soon, don’t worry about me We'll finally be free, and isn’t that the dream? I know it’s hard for you too, and I know if dad could see, He’d come to life again to die again to save his family But please, don’t worry, Oh please, don’t worry About me Dear Mother, I remember when I left you back in May It’s now the 15th of October and I hope when this war’s over I can hurry back in time for Christmas Day But Mother, bad news from the general, yet again Please keep brother from enlisting, I know he wants to be just like me, But it's no war for a young man like him I’ll try to come home soon, pray that God gives that to me We'll finally be free, and isn’t that the dream? I know it’s hard for you too, and I know if dad could see, He’d come to life again to die again to save his family But please, don’t worry, Oh please, don’t worry About me Dear Mother, they shot Thomas, and he might lose his life They’re gonna amputate his leg, even still he might not live, Please pray to god that he survives to see his wife Oh, my Mother, it’s now the 16th, and I went up to that hill Father’s grave is just a little wooden cross, among the rows It’s been a year now, but the pain’s enough to kill If I could only come home soon, I’d be so happy I just want us to be free, and I’ll die for that dream I know it’s so hard for you, and I know if dad could see, He’d come to life again to die again to save his family Oh I’m starting to worry, Oh I’m worried But we’ll see Dear Mother, I don’t know how much more I can take Thomas died of an infection, but I believe what killed him, Was the pain of leaving her heart to break. Oh I’m worried, I’m so, so worried I’m scared to death that every breath will be my last And if a bullet doesn’t kill me, the thought of leaving you behind will To David’s Mother, we regret to inform you of your loss Your son was shot down on the 18th of October; he was on a hill Staring at a cross.

Empty sky, the sun has set, The moon’s asleep, hasn’t risen yet, And us bandits are going down to the sea Empty safes we left behind, We stole their gold, now we’re off to find A better life, in some other country But I grow concerned when I see your face Your mind is in some other place I want to give you all that you desire But it’s getting dark, and it’s getting dire But your eyes are growing emptier day by day, And I don’t know what else to say Are you sorry that you chose this life? You could have been a pastor’s wife. But you left the church, and you left him at the altar. I used to be a praying man, But I lost my way, and found my hand Pointing a gun at your father. But I feel regret when I look into your eyes You’re thinking of the life you left behind I tried to give you all that you desire Cause it’s getting dark, and it’s getting dire But your eyes are growing emptier day by day, And I don’t know what else to say So give me a reason, just tell me why And we’ll be leaving this group behind Whisper in my ear, or just make a sign And we’ll have disappeared by the sunrise Empty soul, your faith is gone You lost the hope that you counted on The days grow shorter, and the nights grow longer And your eyes are growing emptier day by day, Oh, I don’t know what else to say

It's 4 A.M. and I still got the sinking feeling in my chest Melancholy overtakes my heart These dreams they drive me on, but soon they’ll drive me crazy I can’t go to sleep cause Lately, I’ve been getting Dreamaches And all these aspirations are gonna break my heart I know it’s probably naïve to think That I could ever get that far But I’m one for wishful thinking That smile, it makes me sick, I know what I am missing I’m still longing for what I can’t have I still let my wander - I must be looking for pain Cause that’s all I find there I am asking for these Dreamaches And all these aspirations are gonna break my heart I know it’s probably naïve to think That I could ever get that far But I’m one for wishful thinking I won’t go to sleep, oh I won't go to sleep, oh I won't go to sleep, no I won't go to sleep. I won’t go to sleep, oh I won't go to sleep, oh I won't go to sleep, no I won't go to sleep. Oh, lately I’ve been getting Dreamaches And all these aspirations are gonna break my heart I know it’s probably naïve to think That I could ever get that far But I’m one for wishful thinking

Hey, how have you been? It’s been a while since we’ve seen you ‘round these parts. You should know, your brother ran off again. Something ‘bout a girl that broke his heart. You’ll find the town hasn’t changed. A few came, a few died, it’s all the same. We’re still seeking our fortune, seeking our fame, Here on these wide western plains. So welcome back friend to our little mining town. The grass is all dead but we won’t let it bring us down. The sun’s shining bright – a little hot for my taste, But we won’t let this chance go to waste. Did you attend, to your business back home? Order your affairs and hug your mom? I see you couldn’t convince your love to follow you west. Don’t be too sad, she’s just like the rest. You won’t believe what we’ve found since you left. So much gold, that we must be blessed. It might be hard to find food, and the heat makes me ache. But we will never let our spirit break. So welcome back friend to our little mining town. The grass is all dead but we won’t let it bring us down. The sun’s shining bright – a little hot for my taste, But we won’t let this chance go to waste. Oh the stars are shining so bright over California The gold is calling my name in California The same call that brought our fathers to this nation’s bringing me further still And I know that I’ve found my home in California So welcome back friend to our little mining town. The grass is all dead but we won’t let it bring us down. The sun’s shining bright – a little hot for my taste, But we won’t let this chance go to waste.

Have you had any luck in your years-long search? Has the money helped take away all the hurt? Have you found any joy in awards or your title? Are the accolades just a pointless trifle? If you give it all up I think you’ll be surprised When you chase peace it's peace that you’ll find A little music takes away a world of crying. Cause have you thought that maybe you’re wrong? So stop your search, start singing a song Cause there’s more to life than just waiting to die, And if you need proof just look at the sky There’s so much beauty, only not enough time So turn up the music and close your eyes And let the rock and roll take you away So give up the money, don’t worry ‘bout the people Less 4-0-1, more 1-4-5, no one likes a guy who only lives for the field So pick up a book and put down your pride Instead of wasting time chasing girls you won’t keep, You could listen to Buckley, and Dylan, and Beatles But I know that you’re just gonna roll your eyes Cause have you thought that maybe you’re wrong? Stop wasting time, start singing a song Cause there’s more to life than just waiting to die, And if you need proof just look at the sky There’s so much beauty, only not enough time So turn up the music and close your eyes And let the rock and roll take you away Yeah there’s so much more than just waiting to die, But you don’t need proof cause you’ve seen the sky There’s so much beauty, only not enough time So turn up the music and close your eyes And let the rock and roll take you away Yeah let the rock and roll take you away

You’re just a statue in the sand, Don’t got a hand to hold for me to lead you home. You used to be a king of kings, But now your crown is down there, all alone, Turned to stone. So put away the notion of who you are Cause that old you is far gone And once you’ve gotten it through your stone head, That you’re dead, then we can move on Oh, it’s not space but time that separates you, Generations back is where you belong They used to sing of your grace and rhyme, That your reign would be blessed and long Don’t try to save face, your face is broken Into pieces in the sand But if you show a trace of penitence, I’ll help you find that long forgotten land Oh Ozymandias, I’ll lead you home Do you remember former times, when rulers cried and shook in fear when they heard your name? But the wind and rain, it took their place, And your weathered face shows nothing more than shame. So put away the notion of who you are Cause that old you is far gone And once you’ve gotten it through your stone head, That you’re dead, then we can move on Oh, it’s not space but time that separates you, Generations back is where you belong They used to sing of your grace and rhyme, That your reign would be blessed and long Don’t try to save face, your face is broken Into pieces in the sand But if you show a trace of penitence, I’ll help you find that long forgotten land Oh, it’s not space but time that separates you, Generations back is where you belong They used to sing of your grace and rhyme, That your reign would be blessed and long Don’t try to save face, your face is broken Into pieces in the sand But if you show a trace of penitence, I’ll help you find that long forgotten land Oh Ozymandias, I’ll lead you ho – o – ome Oh Ozymandias, I’ll lead you ho – o – ome Oh Ozymandias, I’ll lead you home

Little Gavroche doesn't need you to save him He's doing just fine on his own He's got a gun without a trigger And a soul without a home He'll pick your pocket and your purse With a fine toothed comb Ever since he was young He's been learning to roam The streets of Paris that his parents Left him to all alone It's a wonder that he ever learned to love at all

Please don’t give me your hand, I’ll just nail it to the cross Do you not understand What my freedom will cost? They ordered you dead; A heretic in disguise. But my heart fills with dread As I look in your eyes I do not know what I have done to deserve this You gave it all up for me, knowing my purpose Oh, my heart breaks as I wash your blood from my hands But as I wash your blood I know it’s washing me of my sins I played a game for your clothes, As your blood hit the ground When you prayed for our souls, How sweet was the sound. As I looked on you shake I wanted to doubt But when the earth began to quake My sin died on that mount I do not know what I have done to deserve this You gave it all up for me, knowing my purpose Oh, my heart breaks as I wash your blood from my hands But as I wash your blood I know it’s washing me of my sins I will look you in the face, and betray you Oh, behold my disgrace, I pray you You know full well what I did and what I’ll do Even so, you’ll still give me your hand Even so, you’ll still give me that beautiful hand, to die

Hello my dear. Is it summertime already? You’re looking fine in your summer dress. Though fall is gone, and winter too, I have reason to believe your spirit’s Falling like the leaves did when they died. Please come outside. The monster’s not so Scary in the sunlight. It will be alright I don’t yet have an answer but, I promise We will find one soon. Until then let’s bide our time and Just be If only just for a while Maybe just for a while Oh, be Just be If only just for a while Maybe just for a while Oh, be I know it’s hard to hear me when the monster’s grown so loud But I’m watching you sink deeper and I want to pull you out I know you can remember when your soul wasn’t at war So let me help you find that place once more. Hello again, my closest friend How’s the art been going? I know the future doesn’t look so bright Oh, but there are starry nights ahead, I promise. I know you feel unloved Feel like your work, is worthless I know your mind is broken But I promise you have purpose Don’t take the gun Don’t take the gun Just be If only just for a while Maybe just for a while Oh, be Just be If only just for a while Maybe just for a while Oh, be Why is it that the ones who see the most wonder in life So easily succumb to the dark? Why is it that the monster’s growl rings thunderous in the lives Of the men who pour their souls into their art? Hello, soldier, this war’s made you older Than you should have to be, you’re only 19 But you’ve seen and done things that you’d pay to forget The true nature of man’s been laid bare and your head is So numb. It’s all quiet. I know you’d rather be gone Your life and your home, your dreams and goals are dead. You can’t tell who the monster is anymore. When two men hold a gun to the head of each other, who is the evil one? I know that you’d rather it end, but for now Just be If only just for a while Maybe just for a while Oh, be Just be If only just for a while Maybe just for a while Oh, be The bullets flying overhead The fuses crying call the dead The soldiers dying breaking bread The monster lying in your head The men are buying time to live The people trying hard to give The generals sighing won’t forgive Chains shake - the monster’s slumber ends Just be If only just for a while Maybe just for a while Oh, be

It was seventeen – oh – two and life in France was growing rather dull How easily my heart jumped for you, when you said hello in Sainte Chapelle I ran home to my mom, all out of breath, sweat running down my arms. She asked, “son, what’s wrong?” and I said “mom, you won’t believe it, But I’ve found the girl that I wanna fall in love with. I just haven’t done it yet. That summer was a mess of love notes written - most trashed, some were sent I tried to impress your mother with my manners, and my wit. We’d have short talks in your back yard, under the gaze of your over-protective dad He pulled me aside and asked, “is this a game?” And I said “it’s not” I know I wanna ask her to marry me soon. I just haven’t done it yet. We were married in the fall. We went up to the coast to be alone. We talked of how we both used to long, to set out on the waves and see the world But we were still just simple Paris kids, no money, so we couldn’t travel far But it was carried off by the tides, cause we were happy in each other’s arms And as I looked in your eyes I said, “I’m gonna see all I need to see by spending my life with you I just haven’t done it yet.” That was all eleven years ago, The only memory still clear’s your face My friends tell me “you shouldn’t live alone” Go find someone, and get out of this place. I see them with their kids and their loves, it hurts my soul to watch them smile They’re saying it’s okay to move on, and I probably will. I’ll probably move on, find joy, and fall in love again. I’ll come to terms with the fact that you’re gone. I just haven’t done it yet.

Oh, I’m miles down the road From where the fight broke out And you swore you’d never speak to me again. I was lying, that smile was a fake, When said that’s fine with me, Cause I could barely hold back the crying And I’ll wipe the blood From the cut you gave me when you threw the glass I want to say that we shouldn't have brought it up But it’s so hard not to hold on to the past I’m gonna walk away From here I’m gonna walk away From here Cause I’d start to cry if I saw your face I guess it had to be this way If I went back in time, I’d only change how it hurt when you heard it When I think back to yesterday We were trying so hard to laugh, But the tears were trying harder to surface You were only starting to heal From the life that you were living when we met The screaming was slowly killing us But it was the silence that condemned our love to death I’m gonna walk away From here I’m gonna walk away From here Cause I’d start to cry if I saw your face I’m gonna walk away From here I’m gonna walk away From here Cause I’d start to cry if I saw your face

Listen to the waves storm the hull Listen to the sails against the wind Listen to the sound of it all And know that you and I have reached the end Listen to the waves storm the hull Listen to the sails against the wind Listen to the sound of it all And know that you and I have reached the end The tides that carried us so far, Are tidal waves that over loom The winds that pushed us ever on, Are hurricanes that spell our doom And now the waves, that rocked us to sleep Will finally pull us down into the deep And in the dark, we’ll sleep forevermore Until our souls, find their way to the shore Listen to the waves storm the hull Listen to the sails against the wind Listen to the sound of it all And know that you and I have reached the end Listen to the waves storm the hull Listen to the sails against the wind Listen to the sound of it all And know that you and I have reached the end

Last night I dreamed that I was older And that time had let everything fall into place. A peaceful night was on its way, all my troubles fell away And soon today would be another yesterday And everything had turned out okay As the red turned into gray, I heard the forest call my name So I left my house and went into the twilight A song began to ring, spread through the forest like a flame, And it led me to a valley in the cold night In the empty valley stood a lonely purple tree, It’s shadow looming over a bed of leaves The man in black stood there, and he beckoned me come near To join his friends to sing away the eve’ I was sitting ‘neath the stars, Dylan strumming his guitar, Singing ‘bout the boy who ventured far away. And if that hard rain ever falls, I won’t have to wander far, To find the sun heralding a new day. Then everyone grew quiet, and it seemed that for a while, We were all sent into dreaming by the song The man’s eyes gave way to tears, and when I asked him of his trial He said no dream achieved could ever end the longing The fireflies came near, and in the darkness, they appeared to be lonely stars, floating in the sky. And I was talking with the man whose music made me who I am As the tiny stars began a lullaby All of a sudden I heard a drum, the rhythmic beating rumbling, And four men began to come down from the hill. They were the Sergeant’s band, and they’d come from foreign lands With mind’s full of ideas and hearts full of song. And we sang along. I heard the midnight hour ring, from a clock so far away That by now, it had to be one or two And as we lay beneath the lilac tree, A friend appeared and began to sing hallelujah The music woke the sun from sleep, the singing led my heart to peace And on that hill, there were smiles all around. That crowd of dreamers all understood that we’d have each other and that was good So with warm hearts, we said our goodbyes And I walked in a stupor towards the sky Then I opened my eyes.