This originated as a song my brother, John, wrote back in the 80s. I really liked the guitar work and beginning but thought it needed more of a rock vibe so I changed the chorus and rewrote the lyrics.
lyrics
Well it was more than a feeling - more than a thrill - To see you ‘round here still.
And who would believe me - if I told them how - I knew you’d be there now.
Behind a cloak and dagger day - hides a naked soul (1st VERSE)
And when the darkness makes its way - the curtain unfolds.
Cause at night - people have faces - they put on for show. (CHORUS)
And at night - people have faces - they don’t even know.
Well there was never any warning - only pills - to keep from morning chills.
And what was an angel - was really just - a nocturnal lust.
Behind smiles and veinless eyes - lurks a naked soul (2nd VERSE)
And repetition is the real surprise - when the truth unfolds.
Cause at night - people have faces - they put on for show. (CHORUS)
And at night - people have faces - they don’t even know.
(SOLO)
Behind smiles and veinless eyes - lurks a naked soul (3rd VERSE)
And repetition is the real surprise - when the truth unfolds.
(CHORUS) (CHORUS)
credits
from UNFINISHED BUSINESS,
released August 12, 2022
Lead Vocals: Mark Arnell
Instruments and Backing Vocals: Matt Cheadle
Produced by Matt Cheadle and Thomas Lopinski
Words & Music: John Lopinski and Thomas Lopinski
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