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Deep Within the Lyrics

The closest thing I know to love Is something I am thinking of In every sorted worry that my mind decides to share While drinking heavy in the past Inside the shadows I now cast The bottom of the bottle lets me know I am aware Collecting on a shouldered score Finding it is nothing more Than voiced in my confessions of imaginary scenes Reaching for a photograph Searching for its aftermath Tuning off the station in the middle of my dreams The fury of this drunken bliss Reminds me of your tender kiss And ever since I felt it, it is something that I long For in the end this fairy tale Reminds me of my quest to fail Deep within the lyrics of some broken hearted song

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Janet Grace

Date: 11/28/2016 7:12:00 PM

I spend a lot of time lost in the lyrics of a song because music sets my mood. I liked your description of alcoholism and the futility of it making life better. A most. Comprehensive poem, my friend, I almost didn't want it to end.

Chris Green
Date: 11/29/2016 8:23:00 AM

Thanks so very much Janet, I am thrilled you liked this one. I, as well spend a lot of time lost in lyrics, maybe too much time. :) I appreciate your visit today.

Paloma P

Date: 11/5/2016 8:22:00 AM

Incredibly heartwrenching, your drunken penchant goes straight to the core of sad songs and heartbreak.

Chris Green
Date: 11/7/2016 6:03:00 AM

Thanks so much Paloma, for your kind thoughts. Yep, a few beers and I'm crying the blues all over my poetry. :)

Alexis Y.

Date: 11/4/2016 6:29:00 PM

Hi Chris, What ever you write whether it's sad or other wise, your reader is able to connect with your amazing pen. This was no exception, although sad I felt every word. Well done my friend. A without a doubt seven:-) Alexis

Chris Green
Date: 11/7/2016 6:02:00 AM

Thank you Alexis for this wonderful review of my poem. I am thrilled you enjoy my work. I wear the biggest smile when you stop by.

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 11/4/2016 3:36:00 PM

This is so deep and so sad..So sad..to the heart's core...Chris.

Chris Green
Date: 11/4/2016 3:47:00 PM

Charmaine, thank you for feeling this one. Sometimes you just have to write it out of you. It's been like a roller-coaster for me, up and down emotions. I can't wait until this thrill ride ends.

Heidi Sands

Date: 11/4/2016 3:04:00 PM

Chris this goes straight to the heart! Portrays such deep sadness and inner reflection. Very well done!

Chris Green
Date: 11/4/2016 3:25:00 PM

Thank you my sweet friend. I am so glad you enjoyed this little sad song.

Judy Ball

Date: 11/4/2016 2:59:00 PM

Chris you are definitely a true lyricist. This is just so lovely but forlorn too. Beautifully written with deep emotion. Bravo. A seven from me. God Bless, JB

Chris Green
Date: 11/4/2016 3:25:00 PM

Thank you Judy for these kinds words. I truly appreciate your visits.

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 11/4/2016 2:29:00 PM

Searing poem, Chris. Your self-analysis burns w/a focused intensity of self-awareness. Raw honesty is its own beauty. The last words of this powerful poem was the title of a song by the late great jazz singer Sarah Vaughn. "Broken Hearted Melody." is a beautiful song. If you ever get a chance to hear it, it matches the emotions in your words perfectly, Chris. Love your work as always. RW

Chris Green
Date: 11/4/2016 2:36:00 PM

I'm familiar with that song Freddie and you are right, it is incredibly beautiful, but just about anything Sarah sang was, that woman could sing. Thanks so very much my friend for your encouraging words. I am happy you enjoyed this one.