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She came into my life like the mornings bright light
I was spending most of my life dancing in the night
She took off my sunglasses and showed me how to see
And who I could be

Not taking no for an answer, she was strong and true
She flew across the ocean to the Red, White, and Blue
She taught me how to love, thought I already knew
But then something felt new

Take a look at my life, tell me what you see
Just when I thought I was safe from harm, she flipped the switch inside of me
So I flew across the ocean to see what it means
To love unconditionally

But when I stepped outside, the morning was gone
I tried my best to fight it but she had withdrawn
And we had switched our places in all irony
And she could not see me

She
She breaths fire
Like the Sun

And now I
I'm on fire
But on my own

I gave her everything I had
My world, My home
My veins are empty, my breath is airless
But still she's gone

So the chapter closes, romance over seas
Though I know it was worth the effort, there are no guarantees
Still I'm forever grateful for what she showed to me
That love is not free

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from Feathers and Pearls, released January 27, 2015

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Patrick Bates Richmond, Virginia

Patrick is an musician based out of Richmond, VA. From a very early age, he has been writing music and playing for his family and friends, and anyone else who would listen. Over the years, Patrick has played in many bands ranging from indie rock to ambient electronic to improv jazz and hip-hop. Jumping from instrument to instrument, Patrick has always tried to keep things fresh. ... more

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