One of my favourite songs by The Mountain Goats, from the album All Eternals Deck.
Standard tuning, capo 3.
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It s so good to learn that right outside your window
There s only friendly fields and open roads.
And you ll sleep better when you think you ve stepped back from the brink,
And found some peace inside yourself; lay down your heavy load.
It gets alright
To dream at night.
Believe in solid skies and slate blue earth below.
But when you see him - you ll know.
It s okay to find the faith to saunter forward;
There s no fear of shadows spreading where you stand.
And you ll breathe easier just knowing that the worst is all behind you,
And the waves that tossed the raft all night have set you on dry land.
It gets okay
To praise the day.
Believe in sheltering skies and stable earth beneath.
But hear his breath come
Through his teeth.
Walk by faith,
Tell no-one what you ve seen.
It s so good to learn that from right here the view goes on forever;
And you ll never want for comfort,
And you ll never be alone.
See the sunset turning red,
Let all be quiet in your head.
And look about:
All the stars are coming out.
They shine
Like steel swords.
Wish me well
Where I go.
But when you see me,
You ll know.
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