John Shoemaker: Song Samples

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It was an exciting time in my life. A big move. A new relationship. The world seemed to be full of endless opportunity. All I had to do was live one day at a time. Come to think of it, that's all I've ever had to do, I just sometimes forget. Perhaps this song is just a simple reminder that life should be enjoyed whenever possible.

Lyrics:

Growing is the process of purification, so let’s go sow seeds
And we can stop making this a nation of unnecessary needs
There’s a tiger in me that can claw through anything
It’s spring and I can see Life’s choosing to live again
I’m choosing to live again

I feel alive -- I’m livin’
I got a lot that I feel like givin’
I feel like givin’

Chorus:
It was time to go, I know -- there was new things to see
North of Philadelphia -- I heard life calling me
It felt so good to finally write a happy song
I was feeling healthy, satisfied and strong

I like it when I find the current, ‘cuz then I have time to float
And write these little songs I sing, just livin’ from note to note
Do what you gotta do, be who you wanna be
You gotta enjoy the ride, ‘cuz there ain’t no guarantee
There ain’t no guarantee

I feel alive -- I’m livin’
I got a lot that I feel like givin’
I feel like givin’

(Repeat to end)