Story Behind The Song
Inspired by the loss of each, a family pet, friend, teacher and family member all in the same year.
Song Description
We hope the music, taking surprising directions, enables the listener to feel, remember the journey of life ending with all its peak, valley and finality. The song features piano, vocals and a supporting rock band, sans traditional drums; set to a celtic soft vibe.
| Song Length |
4:07 |
Genre |
Rock - Easy Listening, Pop - Easy Listening |
| Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Moving, Composed |
Subject |
Sadness, Sorrow |
| Similar Artists |
Wilco, Jackson Browne |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
This Tear
by Daniel Work (ASCAP), c2010
This tear, this tear I shed for you
My friend, the one who's always true
I've nothing left to lose, all that I can do
This tear I shed for you
I left, to sail out on my own
For too long I meant to make it home
Though your gracious smile was never far away
Your love keeps me so warm, protects me in my storms
I thought I'd touch you once again
'Til your life came to a shattered end
But the love you shared will never leave my side
Ever since you were taken away that painful cold, dark day
Just hanging on without you
My love for you can never die
Your gracious smile will survive
This tear, this tear I shed for you
Not much, but all that I could do
You're always in my heart
We'll never be far apart
This smile's just for you
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