This Time
Journey Beyond Home: Embracing Change and Settling Down
Lyrics
Haven't been home in four years
Haven't returned home in four years
I've forgotten the road that takes me there
I've forgotten the way back home
Haven't seen a face like yours in a long time
It's been a while since I've seen someone like you
Hell, I've seen the hungry on the streets
I've witnessed poverty on the streets
Hell, I've been the hungry on the streets
I've experienced being in need myself
I've seen everything from here, to the midnight
I've seen a lot, from here to the late hours of the night
But I ain't going back this time
I've made a decision not to return home this time
I've been holdin' on this lonely blues
I've endured these feelings of loneliness
Just to try and make a buck or two
I've struggled just to earn a little money
Just to try and make enough for a nice bed tonight
Striving to afford a comfortable place to sleep
I've met men in every dirty pub, in the corners of every city slum
I've encountered various men in grimy bars and slums
I've stayed with the prince of Thailand through the summertime
I've spent time with influential people like the prince of Thailand
But I ain't going back this time
Despite everything, I'm resolved not to return home this time
These boots been movin' much too fast
My journey has been swift
So I think I'll stay and share a glass
Considering staying and sharing a drink
Can I stay with you in your nice bed tonight?
Asking if I can spend the night in a comfortable place with you
In fact, these boots they haven't touched the ground
My travels have been non-stop
Never been taught to stick around
I've never learned to stay in one place
But I think I'll stay and settle down for a while
Considering settling down for a period
I ain't going back this time
I'm resolute about not returning home this time
Comment