NEVER WILL BE

[Verse 1]
Traveled the world, chasing the lights,
Toasted the towns on those faraway nights.
The price of the show, how things had to be,
The crowds grew loud, but the silence grew on me.

[Pre-Chorus]
Thinking of you, dreaming of home,
Glory feels empty when you're all alone.
But I couldn’t quit, addicted to fame,
Blinded by pride, I couldn’t feel your pain.

[Chorus]
The sun always rose, but it hid the dark nights,
I got lost in the music, forgot our fights.
The band became family, but you were far away,
Another night’s concert, and I'd call it a day.
I couldn’t see, I couldn't see...
I was writing love that would never be.

[Verse 2]
The stage lights faded, the crowds moved on,
Another lonely city, another empty song.
You begged me come home, said "It won’t be long,"
But I kept running, like I was always wrong.

[Pre-Chorus]
Thinking of you, dreaming of home,
Glory feels empty when you’re left alone.
But I couldn’t quit, addicted to fame,
Blinded by pride, I couldn’t feel your pain.

[Chorus]
The sun always rose, but it hid the dark nights,
I got lost in the music, forgot our fights.
The band became family, but you were far away,
Another night’s concert, and I'd call it a day.
I couldn’t see, I couldn't see...
I was writing love that would never be.

[Bridge]
You begged me to come home, I turned my back,
Chasing a dream that I couldn’t take back.
When the world called, I answered too loud,
But when you needed me, I was lost in the crowd.
And now the echoes are all I hear,
A voice in the distance, so far, so near...

[Chorus]
The sun always rose, but it hid the dark nights,
I got lost in the music, forgot our fights.
The band became family, but you were far away,
Another night’s concert, and I'd call it a day.
I couldn’t see, I couldn't see...
I was writing love that would never be.

[Outro]
Now you’re gone, and I’m still chasing the sound,
But it’s too late for love that can’t be found.
I was writing love that never will be...
Writing love that never will be.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Deschler Avatar
February 3, 2019 at 10:04 PM
Sometimes its all too easy to forget the things in life that need our focus, our attention and our love the most, and that is the people closest to us ... Though a tough subject to write about, you still penned this in such a beautiful way, Lyric Man.
Smith Avatar
January 9, 2019 at 1:48 AM
Profound write and great poetry with just the right weight in your words, All the best for 2019 David in NZ
Allison Avatar
January 6, 2019 at 7:09 PM
Heartbreaking lyrics and such raw emotion in every line LM and sadly we will never know if we had been there that the outcome would have been different.sending you hugs Jan xx
Brenda Keough Avatar
January 2, 2019 at 10:06 AM
Wow...angel, this is so beautiful. You have a way of drawing people into the story and the emotions are raw....A song for the heart... Thank you for sharing your wonderful gifts God bless Giggles the Poet
Safronick Avatar
December 28, 2018 at 8:32 PM
It breaks my heart to read this. The pain and raw emotion so eloquently stated.
Chircop Avatar
December 25, 2018 at 3:11 PM
Heartwrenching! No words . Have a Peaceful Christmas ..lyric man.
Roper Avatar
December 23, 2018 at 9:55 AM
Nicely done , Lyric Man, with great imagery. I enjoyed reading this romantic and sad write. Merry Christmas to you and your family and friends. Hugs Eve.~`* .
Wheatley Avatar
December 22, 2018 at 10:44 AM
Very heart felt. Sad but with an understanding of both sides of the story. Nice.
Bavington  Avatar
December 21, 2018 at 5:47 PM
A heart felt poem. I am so sorry about the choice that tore your love apart. I can feel all the emotions on both sides. You described it very well. Since I was once married to a musician I can understand this poem. I wish you only the best. I will keep you in my prayers.
Cunningham Avatar
December 21, 2018 at 3:08 AM
A very emotional verse Dave, you were torn between the two, when we look back we realise that sometimes we made the wrong choice in our path, but we all make mistakes in our lives. Hope you are well. Tom
Sharp Avatar
December 21, 2018 at 2:31 AM
Personal and painful; brave and well written, LM. Peace, rest.
Nicole Avatar
December 20, 2018 at 11:06 PM
A heart being filled with so many emotions, sometimes finds it difficult to feel the most important one. Never allow your mind to take you to a dark place, and stay. Your thoughts touch me deeply. I am here for you. ~ Brandy
Ashley Avatar
December 20, 2018 at 10:54 PM
You describe the blinding light of fame and the resulting emotional losses with poignant perfection, Lyric. So heartfelt and heartbreaking, a deeply soulful piece. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan
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