A tune by me without a proper name at the moment on tenor banjo with fretless nylon banjo and acoustic bass accompaniment. A few wrong notes but maybe if I ever record it again I’ll get them right. It’s a three two tune which were often called hornpipes (or triple hornpipes to distinguish them from other hornpipes in 4 or 2).
Category: Music
Music and lyrics by Andrew Charman-Williams and Spiral Net
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Walking Not Running lyrics
Version 1
Walking, not running,
Through the tapestry of twilight hues,
Where shadows dance on the edge of day,
And the world breathes in a quiet sigh.No hurried pace, no frantic steps,
Just the rhythm of a heart at ease,
In sync with the whispers of the wind,
A gentle cadence, a slow release.The path unfolds beneath my feet,
A mosaic of earth and fallen leaves,
Each step a story etched in the soil,
Tales of journeys, both near and far.The sun, a fading ember in the sky,
Paints the horizon in strokes of amber and gold,
A masterpiece of the closing day,
A palette of dreams, untold.I tread upon the canvas of nature,
Feeling the earth beneath my soles,
Connected to the pulse of the land,
In this moment, where time strolls.Not a race against the hands of the clock,
But a communion with the silence,
Where the rustle of leaves and the song of birds,
Compose a symphony of tranquil compliance.A mindful saunter through the sacred,
A meditation in the art of being,
In the slowing down, I find the essence,
Of a journey that transcends mere seeing.So, I walk, not run,
Along the path of quiet contemplation,
Embracing the serenity of each step,
In the hush of the world’s meditation.Version 2
(Verse 1)
Walking, not running,
In the twilight’s gentle glow,
Where shadows waltz on the horizon,
And the world breathes soft and slow.No hurried pace, no frantic steps,
Just the rhythm of a heart at ease,
In tune with the whispers of the breeze,
A melody of tranquility, a sweet release.(Chorus)
I tread upon the canvas of nature,
Feeling the earth beneath my soles,
Connected to the pulse of the land,
In this moment, where time strolls.(Verse 2)
The sun, a fading ember in the sky,
Paints the evening in hues untold,
A masterpiece of the closing day,
A palette of dreams, a story to unfold.Each step, a tale etched in the soil,
A journey written in the falling leaves,
I walk the path of quiet reverie,
Where the heart finds solace, believes.(Chorus)
I tread upon the canvas of nature,
Feeling the earth beneath my soles,
Connected to the pulse of the land,
In this moment, where time strolls.(Bridge)
Not a race against the hands of the clock,
But a communion with the silence,
Where the rustle of leaves and the song of birds,
Compose a symphony of tranquil compliance.(Verse 3)
A mindful saunter through the sacred,
A meditation in the art of being,
In the slowing down, I find the essence,
Of a journey that transcends mere seeing.(Chorus)
I tread upon the canvas of nature,
Feeling the earth beneath my soles,
Connected to the pulse of the land,
In this moment, where time strolls.(Outro)
So, I walk, not run,
Along the path of quiet contemplation,
Embracing the serenity of each step,
In the hush of the world’s meditation.Version 3
Walking, not running, through the quiet streets,
Where echoes of footsteps blend with the heartbeat.
Underneath the city lights, a nocturnal ballet,
In the moonlit shadows, I find my own way.No rush, no race against the ticking hands,
Just a stroll through a world where time expands.
Street lamps flicker, casting a gentle glow,
As I weave through the city, letting thoughts flow.The pavement beneath, a textured story unfolds,
Each crack and cobblestone, tales of lives it holds.
I’m a wanderer in the urban twilight,
A poet in the symphony of the city’s night.Neon signs whisper secrets in electric hues,
As I navigate the city’s labyrinth, wearing midnight shoes.
A steady rhythm of footsteps on the pavement,
In the stillness of the night, a silent engagement.Walking, not running, through the city’s embrace,
Discovering beauty in each forgotten space.
A slow dance with the urban serenade,
In the quietude, my worries begin to fade.Gentle winds carry fragments of distant sounds,
As I stroll through the quiet streets, unbound.
Reflections in windows, a transient mirage,
In this nocturnal reverie, I’m the sole voyage.The city sleeps, but my steps are wide awake,
In the hushed alleys, dreams and reality intertwine.
Walking, not running, through the city’s heart,
A nocturnal explorer, making art from the sublime.Version 4
Walking, not running,
Beneath the silvered veil of night,
Where the moon whispers secrets,
And stars paint the canvas of quiet delight.No hurried strides, no racing beats,
Just the cadence of a thoughtful gait,
In step with the nocturnal symphony,
A melody that transcends the hour late.The world, a silent observer,
As shadows play on the moonlit ground,
A ballet of contrasts, light and dark,
In the stillness, a tranquility profound.Step by step, the journey unfolds,
A pilgrimage under the celestial dome,
Each footfall a note in the cosmic score,
A serenade to the universe, a quiet poem.Through realms where time takes a pause,
And the night sky cradles the wandering soul,
I walk, not run, in the hallowed quiet,
A voyage where introspection takes control.No destination set in stone,
Just the path of quiet exploration,
As the night embraces with open arms,
A sanctuary found in the art of contemplation.Walking, not running,
In the hush of midnight’s embrace,
Where the world sleeps, and dreams unfurl,
I find solace in the unhurried pace. -
Lost Without You lyrics
The morning light creeps in
As I lie here in my bed
My thoughts drift back to you
And all the things we said
Oh my love where have you gone
I’m lost without you can’t carry on
I long to hear your voice again
To feel your touch to ease this pain
The days are long the nights are cold
My heart is heavy my soul is old
I wander through the streets alone
Wishing you were here to guide me home
Oh my love where have you gone
I’m lost without you can’t carry on
I long to hear your voice again
To feel your touch to ease this pain
I know that I’ve made mistakes
And I’ve caused you so much pain
But if you could find it in your heart
To come back to me we could start again
Oh my love where have you gone
I’m lost without you can’t carry on
I long to hear your voice again
To feel your touch to ease this pain
So I’ll wait for you my love
And hope that you’ll return
Until then I’ll sing this song
And let my heart yearn -
Weight of the World lyrics
Verse 1
I’m sitting here with my guitar
Strumming chords in the dark
Trying to find the words to say
All the things that are in my heart
Chorus
Cause I can feel the weight of the world
Pressing down on me
And all I wanna do is find a way
To set my soul free
Verse 2
There’s a pain that runs so deep
It keeps me up at night
And I’m afraid if I don’t let it out
It’ll consume me from inside
Chorus
Cause I can feel the weight of the world
Pressing down on me
And all I wanna do is find a way
To set my soul free
Bridge
So I pour my heart out through these strings
Hoping that someone out there feels the same
And maybe we can find a way
To make it through another day
Chorus
Cause I can feel the weight of the world
Pressing down on me
And all I wanna do is find a way
To set my soul free
Outro
I’ll keep playing this guitar
Until I find the peace I seek
And maybe one day I’ll look back
And see how far I’ve come from where I used to be -
Chance to Breathe lyrics
Version 1
Verse 1
Finally alone, a chance to breathe
Time to relax and find my peaceChorus
Take a breath, refresh my soul
Time to relax and be aloneVerse 2
The quiet fills me, no need to rush
This moment’s mine, no one to pushChorus
Take a breath, refresh my soul
Time to relax and be aloneVerse 3
Gather my strength, prepare to go
Grateful for this time aloneChorus
Take a breath, refresh my soul
Time to relax and be aloneVersion 2
Verse 1
Finally alone, a chance to breathe
To take a moment and take in my peace
Let go of all my worries, no need to grieve
This is the time I’ve been longing to receiveChorus
A chance to breathe, a chance to just be
Enjoy the peace and regain my energy
A chance to breathe, a chance to just be
Enjoy the peace and regain my energyVerse 2
No need to rush, I’m taking my time
Letting go of all the things on my mind
My worries feel so far away
Now I can find some peace and stayChorus
A chance to breathe, a chance to just be
Enjoy the peace and regain my energy
A chance to breathe, a chance to just be
Enjoy the peace and regain my energyBridge
This is the time to just relax
Let go of all the stress and take a break
The peace that I’m feeling is so sweet
Letting go of all the burdens I have to meetChorus
A chance to breathe, a chance to just be
Enjoy the peace and regain my energy
A chance to breathe, a chance to just be
Enjoy the peace and regain my energy -
Beauty of Solitude lyrics
Verse 1
Alone I sit, in peaceful joy,
The world outside I ignore
A moment of peace I enjoy,
Without a need for more.Verse 2
The sun is setting in the sky
The birds are singing a sweet tune
A gentle breeze is in the air,
The beauty of nature in bloom.Verse 3
I take a deep breath, let out a sigh,
My worries far away
In this moment I’m content
As I start a different day.Chorus
The beauty of solitude,
It’s a pleasure I embrace
It’s calming and serene
In this moment I have grace.Verse 4
The sky is turning from day to night,
A starry sky above
A peaceful calm I feel inside,
A feeling of utmost love.Verse 5
I look around and take it all in,
The beauty I can see
The peace and joy I find in solitude
Is a gift that’s meant for me.Chorus
The beauty of solitude,
It’s a pleasure I embrace
It’s calming and serene
In this moment I have grace. -
Loving my Solitude lyrics
Verse 1
I’m feeling free and content
In my own space and my own time
I’m embracing this solitude
And I’m feeling just fineChorus
I’m enjoying my own company
I’m loving my solitude
All the freedoms it brings to me
I’m loving my solitudeVerse 2
I’m letting go of all the noise
No distractions, just me and my voice
I’m finding peace in being alone
And I’m loving it more and moreChorus
I’m enjoying my own company
I’m loving my solitude
All the freedoms it brings to me
I’m loving my solitudeVerse 3
My own space is my paradise
I’m taking this time to be kind
I’m free to express who I am
Unhindered, unafraidChorus
I’m enjoying my own company
I’m loving my solitude
All the freedoms it brings to me
I’m loving my solitude -
Time Alone lyrics
Verse 1
I’m an introvert and I need some alone time
I can’t be around people all the time
I’m not trying to be rude, I just need some space
Can’t you understand, take a step back and give me a breakChorus
Give me some time, to be alone
Let me take a break, away from the phone
I need time to breathe, time to be free
Just let me be, let me just be meVerse 2
I don’t want to be rude, I just need to be alone
I need a break from the noise, from people talking on the phone
I just want to be away, no need to explain
Just let me be, don’t try to make me feel ashamedChorus
Give me some time, to be alone
Let me take a break, away from the phone
I need time to breathe, time to be free
Just let me be, let me just be meBridge
I know I’m not the only one
That needs some time away, needs some time alone
Just let me be, don’t try to make me feel ashamed
Let me find some peace, and just let me be meChorus
Give me some time, to be alone
Let me take a break, away from the phone
I need time to breathe, time to be free
Just let me be, let me just be me -
Solitude lyrics
Verse 1
When night falls and the stars align
I take a moment to step out of time
I choose to go within and explore
The beauty of intentional solitudeChorus
I find peace and stillness there
The beauty of intentional solitude
I find solace and comfort there
The beauty of intentional solitudeVerse 2
When I’m ready to open my heart
I take a moment to be still and start
My journey within, to find a new way
The beauty of intentional solitudeChorus
I find peace and stillness there
The beauty of intentional solitude
I find solace and comfort there
The beauty of intentional solitudeBridge
In this moment of stillness and peace
I find a way to reconnect with me
To find my center, to feel my own bliss
The beauty of intentional solitudeChorus
I find peace and stillness there
The beauty of intentional solitude
I find solace and comfort there
The beauty of intentional solitude -
Unspoken Love – lyrics
I didn’t mean to fall in love with you
I didn’t want all the pain it’s put me throughUnspoken love
Though I’m sure you knew
Unrequited love
All I have with youMy feelings for you are easier left unsaid
But it’s a battle between my heart and my headUnspoken love
Though I’m sure you knew
Unrequited love
All I have with youI’m sure you know how I feel in my heart
But I’m glad it stays unsaid so we’re not pushed apart
Cause your friendship is so special to me
Wouldn’t want that wrecked for something that can never beUnspoken love
Though I’m sure you knew
Unrequited love
All I have with youHow I wish it could be another way
But it can’t so it will always stayUnspoken love
Though I’m sure you knew
Unrequited love
All I have with you
Unspoken love
Unrequited love