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One Of A Kind
03:25
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One of a kind
(A song for Stephanie from Scott)
Words and Music By: James Vincent Carroll, 2019.
I’ve heard of angels on earth
You are proof that it’s true
Sharing your love with strangers
Through the work others won’t do
Far beyond 40 hours long after each day is complete
You continue with dedication while everyone else is asleep
Chorus:
You stay by their side, Bring joy to their lives, give hope to the hopeless
Like gods hands and feet, each soul you meet, not one left behind
In their darkness you are the light
You’re one of a kind
No one understands how you do it
With a husband and kids of your own
Giving away so much of your heart
Then giving more at home
The soul of a nurse and a mother
Is stronger than anyone knows
Putting everyone else before yourself
In this servant life you chose
Chorus:
You stay by their side, Bring joy to their lives, give hope to the hopeless
Like gods hands and feet, each soul you meet, not one left behind
In their darkness you are the light
You’re one of a kind
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This Is It
03:38
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the cards have fallen on your table. too many truth be told
played the same hand far too long. seams like you always fold
you thought the game was over, that time had passed you by
all you have is now. it’s not too late to try.
chorus:
this is it , this is the real deal
finally a hand to hold, finally a love to feel
this is it, this is the right time
no need to explain, no need to rewind
this is it
a drink of cooling water. a breath of calming air.
the last piece of a puzzle that was scattered everywhere
no more starting over. no more wasted years.
no more lonely evenings now that you are here.
repeat chorus:
two time travelers on this highway. two ghost ships passing in the night.
playin’ cards with your eyes closed. lovin’ true by candlelight.
repeat chorus:
this is it , this is the real deal
finally a hand to hold, finally a love to feel
this is it, this is the right time
no need to explain, no need to rewind
no more starting over, no more wasted years
no more lonely evenings, now that you are here
this is it
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Best of this life
03:36
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More Than I Deserve
02:20
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More Than I Deserve
(A song for Beverly From Michael)
Words and Music By: James Vincent Carroll, 2018
Start up the bike
You get on
Don’t care which road we’re ridin’
As long as you’re with me
We’ll take a walk in New Orleans
Dance with strangers, have some drinks
Make new friends before we leave
Oh, I just can’t believe
You love me more than I deserve
Just like a rainbow in a storm
Reminds me the sun will shine, shine, shine
You’re my last hope for happiness
And we’ll never settle for less
Than the best life in this world
You’re more than I deserve
Take the top down
Enjoy the ride
Don’t care which road we’re drivin’
With you here by my side
We’ll travel low, we’ll travel high
From the beaches to the skies
Girl, you’re always on my mind
You love me more than I deserve
Just like a rainbow in the storm
Reminds me the sun will shine, shine, shine
You’re my last hope for happiness
And we’ll never settle for less
Than the best life in this world
You’re more than I deserve
Start up the bike
You get on
Don’t care which road we’re ridin’
As long as you’re with me
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Should Have Known
03:35
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SHOULD HAVE KNOWN
Words/Music By: James vincent carroll, 2018
When I walked into that room 32 years ago
I should have known (should have known)
The stage was being set the instant our eyes met
I should have known (should have known)
I tried to hide from that moment
You followed me and locked the door
We spent the whole night there together
Went our separate ways
That was just the start
CHORUS:
Touch and go, another show
Counting up the miles
on again, off again. working all the time.
making love through letters and the phone
we should have known
i stepped on another plane
you followed me again
i should have known (should have known)
always running away
making our mistakes
we should have known (should have known)
saying “i do” to the wrong ones
like cat and mouse we played the game
empty vows and broken promise
you had everything you wanted except me
REPEAT CHORUS:
LEAD GUITAR:
moving in and out of one another’s worlds
trying to survive the constant change
on the mountain tops or valleys down below
on THE OTHER SIDE we’ve finally found our way
REPEAT Chorus:
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Saint For A Soldier
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Saint For A Soldier
(A song for Abby From Josh)
Words And Music By: James Vincent Carroll, 2018
Far away land. Gun in my hand. Dying to live.
Pictures of you bandage my heart, close to my skin.
Will I see you again?
Saint for a soldier. Hear my battle cry.
A compass to guide me on through the nights
You are the queen for this Viking King
When I fall down you’re there to lift me
To fight by my side through the wars in my mind
And lead me to peace
Blank canvas again
The brush in your hand has covered this man
No more black and white
You’ve painted this life that we now live in
Will you stay ’til the end?
Saint for a soldier. You my battle cry.
A compass to guide me on through the nights
You are the queen for this Viking King
When I fall down you’re there to lift me
To fight by my side through the wars in my mind
And lead me to peace
Just like our first kiss under the moon
we started it all as I sang to you.
No one can love me the way that you do.
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Sink Or Swim
03:09
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“Sink Or Swim”
A Song For Melissa From Zach
Words And Music By: James Vincent Carroll
I know it’s not always easy
To deal with me at times
I thank you for your patience
That angel look within your eyes
Chorus:
For twenty years we’ve tied the score
Girl, love me at least 20 more
When the music begins
We’ll dance like no one’s watchin’
You are my rock I won’t be moved
I would be empty without you
You saved my life and reeled me in
I’m gonna love you, sink or swim.
Baby, you’re amazing
You’ve always stood by me
I like to hold you closely
I love to watch you leave
Repeat Chorus:
I love the way you love our child
And you look wonderful tonight
Repeat Chorus:
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Sun Stands Still (All Or Nothing)
Words And Music By: James Vincent Carroll
She was running from it all when she found him.
He was holding up the bar with his friends.
Little hippie chick from the mountains.
Country boy with time on his hands.
He was looking for a love to hold onto.
She told him that she wasn’t the one.
Back then she didn’t know he’d be her forever home
and together they’d run...
Chorus:
While the sun stands still and every prayer is heard,
Until the rocks are moved and the water is calm,
And every red mistake is white as snow.
Until the work is over and the day is done
And every orphaned child is not alone
It’s all or nothing while the sun stands still.
Time will bring it’s share of bad weather
They learned to be familiar with change
Even when the darkness fell on them
Light and laughter shined the way
This family they created together is larger than the house where they live
Life, it isn’t safe with these messes we embrace
so we keep running again…
Chorus:
While the sun stands still and every prayer is heard,
Until the rocks are moved and the water is calm,
And every red mistake is white as snow.
Until the work is over and the day is done
And every orphaned child is not alone
It’s all or nothing while the sun stands still.
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Light Of My Life
03:39
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“Light Of My Life"
(A Song For My Family From Mom)
Words And Music By: James Vincent Carroll, 2018.
There was a postman trying to get back home for Christmas
A jeweler crafting rings to earn his pay
A preschool teacher leading all her children
and a brilliant, dedicated CNA
A family full of laughter and commitment
Making happy memories every day
Each of you give me so many reasons
To smile and thank the Lord when I pray
CHORUS:
Two girls, six kids and a guardian angel
You are the light of my life
Don’t stop believing
Love holds us together
We’ll make it to the other side
Like a simple man standing on the beach shore
and a trucker on another midnight haul
Life has been struggle for our family
I could not be more proud of you all
REPEAT CHORUS:
Two girls, 6 kids and a guardian angel
You are the light of my life
Don’t stop believing
Love holds us together
We’ll make it to the other side
You’re the light of my life
Let’s enjoy the times we have together
Holidays, The Coast and County Fairs
Living every day we have on this earth
Thankful for this bond we share
REPEAT CHORUS:
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Alyssa
02:17
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You were the light in the darkness, angel of the night
the vision that kept hope alive while I was in the fight
Noise and fire all around me, yet I could hear your voice
Calling me back to your arms as If I had a choice
You were my cool breeze in the desert
My dream that would come true
My hiding place from danger, my home away from home
My princess in the tower, my mission proud and true
The reason I'm alive sweet girl, my solace was you
My grandpa showed me what it takes to be a man
So I served my country to be just like him
The weight of a soldier only God knows
The promise of your love brought me home
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i was a runaway
one way ticket to another place
anywhere but here
looking for change
everywhere I've gone i could not stay
kansas ain't what i thought it would be
sunshine at the end of the tunnel
be mine, oh life's been so dark and gray
I've lived too long in yesterday
there's nothing there i can change
sunshine, bring a brand new day
feel at home inside my mind
chasing my heart i never find, never find
all the things i long for
how long will i wait for more?
need to ease the pain
take these demons away
sunshine...
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Across The Miles
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See It On Your Face
04:03
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Unchanging Love
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Carry On
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Carry On
Words/Music By: Jamie Carroll
Written at the request of Caryl Park.
“To my beautiful daughters, Lee, Dana and Cera Tan,
Point your finger to the moon”
Love , Mum
It’s a brand new day. May the sunshine kiss your soul and put the past away.
Though this road is long there’s a love that keeps us strong. We’ll carry on.
With a smile we’ll turn the dark to light. Travel through the storms, keep our souls alive
Hear me in your heart. We’ll never be a part. Know I’m just a prayer away.
Hold on to the life that we’ve come through.
I couldn’t love you more and I’m so proud of you, so carry on….carry on.
Oh, in times of doubt be patient with yourself. You’ll figure it out.
Close your eyes and breathe. Love lives in you, follow it’s lead and you will see.
Always point your finger to the moon. You’re always in my heart. I’m always here with you.
Hear me in your heart we’ll never be apart , know I’m just a prayer away.
Look at all the life that we’ve come through
Always point your finger to the moon and carry on….carry on…carry on…..
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Raise A Ruckus - First Demo Draft Version
Words/Music By: James Vincent Carroll
I walked into a bar one day with trouble on my mind
Said "make mine a double of leave it all behind"
A man sat down next to me and said you're in the right place
'Cause 'round here we serve shots of love and lifelong friends are made
CHORUS:
Lift your glass here with me - Let's drink to the memories
That brought us all together where we are
Family near and far all because of one man's heart
Pass around your favorite mason jar
And raise a ruckus in this bar
Several years have come and gone - I cannot believe
Seems like we just got here and then it's time to leave
Oh, I'll always remember the time he shared with me
The chances he gave all of us to be the best that we can be
REPEAT CHORUS:
Even when it's closing time and we hear that last call
We don't have to say goodbye at all
REPEAT CHORUS OUT:
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WORDS/MUSIC BY: James Vincent Carroll, 2015
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Rockaway
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“Rockaway”
A Song For Marc From Donna
Words And Music By: James Vincent Carroll, 2019
That Florida sunshine bar room was on fire
with those white pants, cowboy hat, boots lookin’ fine
a little bit country, a little bit rock and roll
that one night brought together two old souls
rockaway, rockaway with me - in the summertime down on the beach
kick back nice and slow aT the end of the day
rockaway, rockaway with me - saddle up the horse, we’ll be ridin’ free
pour another glass of wine, kick up your feet
rockaway with me
late night camping under that full moon
chocolate whip cream always sets the mood
a little of the city, a little of the mountain air
a lot of hard work pays off and gets you there
rockaway, rockaway with me - in the summertime down on the beach
kick back nice and slow aT the end of the day
rockaway, rockaway with me - saddle up the horse, we’ll be ridin’ free
pour another glass of wine, kick up your feet
rockaway with me
as time moves on - our love grows strong
and we’ll hold on as we sing
rockaway with me
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The Rain
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“The Rain”
(Words/Music By: James Vincent Carroll)
*Written for Shelly at the request of Brian, 2019.
Feel the water quench your thirsty soul, jump in all the puddles as you grow.
Live the childlike wonder everywhere you go, share the tears of others who need hope.
Fight for what you want or let it go
Throw your whole heart over
Make peace with your ghosts
Attack each day with love that cannot be contained
Walk these streets of fire, welcoming the rain.
Feel the sunshine wash across your face, dare anyone to put you in “your place” - Light the fuse that makes you who you are, a supernova reincarnate star.
Chorus:
Fight for what you want or let it go
Throw your whole heart over
Make peace with your ghosts
Attack each day with love that cannot be contained
Walk these streets of fire, welcoming the rain.
(BREAK)
Fight for what you want or let it go
Throw your whole heart over
Make peace with your ghosts
Attack each day with love that cannot be contained
Walk these streets of fire, welcoming the rain.
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1985
03:12
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I see you
02:05
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Our Vow
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Sunshine In The Rain
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Taters and Gravy
03:20
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This Ride
03:27
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Until We Meet Again
03:15
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US
03:11
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James Vincent Carroll recommends:
Sweet Impossible
by Jerry Chapman
Jerry is one of the largest reasons I ever began playing music full time and eventually made the Triad area my home.
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I have watched this young man grow into a successful musician over the years. We did some of his early material together and he is still cranking out some amazing songs!
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Out on the line
by The Blue Highways
The slashing roots rock on “Out On the Line” always makes its way to the kind of triumphant chorus that quickens the pulse.
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Fear of Frying
by Eggs Over Easy
In honor of the band’s 50th Anniversary, Yep Roc have reissued the 1980 album by pub rock pioneers Eggs Over Easy.
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Locals // If You Swim Far Enough
by Rachel Alina & Birdie Busch
A musical and visual journey through Ocean City, New Jersey via gentle Americana and an illustrated poetry book.
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Downey to Lubbock
by Dave Alvin
Soulful guitar interplay form the heart of this lovely Americana collaboration from Dave Alvin and Jimmie Dale Gilmore.
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