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A Bird Flew Inside The House

from A Forest Of Arms by Great Lake Swimmers

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A bird flew inside the house
To remind me of a promise I made to myself
To keep poison from the well and serpents from the nest
Everything’s in danger and heaven needs help

Thoughts become concrete and turn into needs
It’s sad it won’t last through the gathering speed
The forest surrounds and it’s soothing
Take a deep breath and keep moving

I’m in someone else’s shoes
And I hear no good in the news
That I have nothing to lose
Everything’s in danger and heaven needs help

Over the highways and in between isles
And into the woods so deep
Tough as a winter freeze, light as maple keys
Where I will earn my keep

I’m in someone else’s shoes
And I hear no good in the news
That I have nothing to lose
Everything’s in danger and heaven needs help

I’m in someone else’s shoes
And I hear no good in the news
That I have something to lose
Everything’s in danger

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from A Forest Of Arms, released April 21, 2015

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Great Lake Swimmers Toronto, Ontario

Tony Dekker’s music spans two decades as the lead singer and songwriter of Great Lake Swimmers. Over eight albums, multiple EPs, live shows and reissues, the Toronto-based group with a revolving cast of players has established itself as a beloved indie folk act in their native Canada and beyond. Great Lake Swimmers was shortlisted for the Polaris Prize and nominated twice for the Juno Awards. ... more

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