Bubba & The Ghost of the Kraken - Hideaway

from SpinTunes 20 Round 2 by Spintunes

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lyrics

The weight of aging keeps gaining traction
From mortgage loans to the great beyond
I find myself tired no energy for taking action
I need time to recharge before I respond.

I thought you were someone on whom I could rely, but you lied
I thought I had someone special a true ally, I was denied

I think it's time I take some respite and head to the countryside
All alone but that’s okay
Unplug from the endless chattering that won’t subside
Retreat to my

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The world in chaos won’t help finding balance
I try to shut it out, but just can’t do it anymore
Focusing on love and hope are unlearned talents
Enough of this never-ending internal tug-of-war

I’ve been planning to disappear and head out west somewhere
A rental cottage in the trees
You could come along and stay with me if you’d care
Can’t you just see our

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credits

from SpinTunes 20 Round 2, released April 4, 2023

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