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The Devil Rides The Back Of Complacency

from Uneven Ground by Bluebyrd

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Churchill called it his 'Black Dog'. Bluebyrd’s song taking us to the depths of the lowest of times.

lyrics

I dreamt in a sun burning / I couldn't see it's end,
I searched for myths I'd created / I couldn't make amends,
I carried on regardless / I would not shed this load,
Hubris stopped a u- turn, down a well- worn road

I stood and looked at the vista / But I couldn't see the view,
I slowly stumbled forward / Blindly seeking you,
Where's the homing signal? / Where's the burning flare?
Where's the light to guide me? Why can't I see you there?

Everything you have taught me
The Devil rides the back of complacency
Everything you made me see
The Devil rides the back of complacency
Everything I don't want to be
The Devil rides the back of complacency
Everything’s in a minor key
The Devil rides the back of complacency

I saw you in the garden / Perfect dancing spheres,
I tried to reach and touch you / But I could not get near,
How the hell did I end up here? / In this God forsaken place?
I found a trodden mirror and I didn't know that face

Everything you have taught me ...

And oh, he's been riding on me,
Pushing me down / pushing me down
And oh he’s been riding on me
Pushing me down so I can’t see
So I can’t see

I see you way back there / Making your way here,
Dust trail take me forward / Make me disappear ,
I don't like the man that I see / I want to hide my face,
The Devil is behind me /And he wont give up the chase

Everything you have taught me ...

And oh, he’s been riding on me ...

Keep on moving forward / Down the beaten track,
Hades keep on waiting /Cos I ain’t turning back

credits

from Uneven Ground, released April 1, 2018
Music and lyrics - Chris Rowley
Arrangement - Bluebyrd

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Since their formation in 2017 folk-pop duo Bluebyrd have been in high demand on the live circuit and in the media. As well as extensive gigs across the Midlands, Bluebyrd have been Festival favourites in the UK. Media popularity has also been growing rapidly with numerous live radio slots , as well as extensive radio coverage of all tracks released to date. ... more

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