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In An Empty House

from Songs From the North Country by Funkyfreddy

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I wrote this in my fathers house after he was no longer able to care for himself and moved in to a nursing facility.

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IN AN EMPTY HOUSE

let us wander round
in a basement full of memories
there are ghosts in the attic
between the photos and the picture frames

and I could cry forever
when I see how life abandons us
and an old man and his memories
in an empty house

there's a trail of tears
that is left by every family
as the years roll on

and I could cry forever
in an empty house

so shed a tear for father
shed a tear for mom
shed a tear for loved ones
who made us as we are

there's a tale that's told
between the dust and broken furniture
where the children played
but have since moved on

and I could cry forever
when I see how life abandons us
in an empty house

c2012 Frederick Reed

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from Songs From the North Country, released April 21, 2012
Tamra Hayden - vocals and violas
Frederick Reed - vocals, guitar, mandolin

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Funkyfreddy West Chazy, New York

Fred's songwriting, slide guitar and unique ambient guitar stylings have dazzled audiences. His voice and songwriting remind one of artists such as Neil Young, Elliott Smith, Syd Barrett and Pink Floyd. Fred is also well known as the guitarist for Neighbors + Allies; one of David Bowie's favorite NY bands. ... more

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