catch the wind
blow my exile away
I don’t care where we go
just so long as it’s far
far away from here
anywhere but here
follow the wind
watching the storm rolling in
really don’t know how much more I can wait
braved the rough straits expected of a good man
still, still fortune turns her face away
she won’t stay
catch the wind
blow my exile away
I don’t care where we go
just so long as it’s far
far away from here
anywhere but here
follow the wind
before the rain falls again
already know sweet lady’s come and gone
stranded so long another season changes
still, still fortune turns her face away
she won’t stay
curse the wind anyway
reel the maiden round today
grant me fair weather and clear skies
let me fly
barter my will for all my days
she won’t stay, she won’t stay
barter my will for all my days
she won’t stay
catch the wind
blow my exile away
I don’t care where we go
just so long as it’s far
far away from here
anywhere but here
anywhere but here
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For more about this story, please click – Songs of the Servant – A Trilogy. Thank you!
Those words are very gripping, George! xo
Thanks, Deb! The yearning to let go and be free!
Once again a very lyrical poem. Will you be making into a song? You are so prolific!
Thanks, Elisa! It will definitely be recorded. In fact, musically this song features an instrumental section that has become one of my favorite guitar interludes to perform. One of these days!
I really like this one. Well done!!!
Thanks, Boomie! Glad you liked it!
I am nominating you for a Reader Appreciation Award….http://makebelieveboutique.com/2012/06/19/2842/
Enjoy!
Thanks! I am honored and delighted to receive this award!
& Kites rise against, not with, the wind….blow it more…
Loved the way you breathed: “Blow my exile away”
Peace
Love that metaphor, Mira Jay. Great way to frame it! I really appreciate your insightful perspective.
Cheers!
“Barter my will for all my days”
Brilliance. One of those lines I wish I created. Nicely done.
Thanks, Sarah Jane! The compromise we face sometimes becomes a turning point. Glad you stopped by!
Beautiful liberating…i am singing it now..take me away somewhere far to a distant green
George excellent love love love your words the way they take shape,the way you weave music
big hugs
I’d love to hear you singing these lines, Soma! Something tells me you breathe added depth to the image and place. 🙂
Cheers!
“anywhere but here” – that is sad, for the ‘here’ must be bad. Will the ‘there’ be any better, what does it matter.
Great point, Eric! In the long run, the answer to those two questions is singular and can only be found in the interior of oneself. If one is willing and brave enough to probe those vast spaces!
I only can say: ‘Awesome!’ You’re good with words..
Thanks! Ideas and words are always an inviting challenge. I certainly appreciate your kind remarks!
I really felt this one—such momentum. Thank you!
I’m delighted that you liked it, August! And pleased that it stirs up emotions and leads somewhere different. Thanks!
I can feel the wind! Well done!
Thanks, Fergiemoto! Glad you liked it!
beautifully written , George, and poignant song.
Ciao, Francina
Thanks, Francina! I appreciate your warm response, as always. Cheers!
nice…
Thanks!