1- Out of the cold, cold night
And into the burning sun
You’ve taken them
You’re killing them one by one
Can you see, can you understand
That times like this come down to just one man.
Cho - Don’t just play the part
Do what lies inside your heart.
2- Hold a man against his will
Don’t you understand
You hold the human race as well
Don’t you understand
What cause is this that’s worth this price
Of a heart like stone, of a heart like ice.
Cho - Repeat
Bridge - Look inside, look inside
Look inside your heart
Let that be your only guide
It’s not too late to start.
3 - You can run
But you cannot hide
You can’t escape
What you know inside
In the end it’s only you
Who must answer for the things you do.
Cho - Repeat
Don’t just play the part
Have mercy
It’s in your heart, in your heart
It’s in your heart.
credits
from Painted Birds,
released June 1, 2011
Music & lyrics: Janie Christensen
Vocals: Janie Christensen
Guitars, bass, string arrangement: Angelo Ficara
Recorded & produced by Janie Christensen &
Angelo Ficara
Mastered by Scott Petito at NRS Recording Studio
New York duo showcase an enigmatic blend of math rock guitars, pop-punk sing-a-longs, emo confessionals, and even rave-ready synths. Bandcamp New & Notable Nov 15, 2023