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Tired old man. Safe and sound, outside or underground. Do what you can to save tradition. Refuse to let us down. Same old easy chair, empty and without wear. Haven’t you seen an idle moment? Sometimes I think you’re scared.

Somehow I should’ve known you weren’t the one to teach me anything ‘bout slowin’ down.

Endless pursuit of quality. You told me once if I found it I should hold on.

I will hold on.

Tired old eyes, crystal clear. Strong will and thinning hair. Haven’t you seen an idle moment? Sometimes I think you’re scared.

Somehow I should’ve known you weren’t the one to teach me anything ‘bout growin’ old.

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from Where You Have Been, released January 1, 2007

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Brian Wheat Charleston, South Carolina

Brian Wheat, Charleston, SC songwriter and Buffalo, NY native has taken his time developing his unique compound of jazzy Americana. Wheat conveys a Willie Nelson-style honesty and straightforwardness in his performances. ‘Lounge’ is redeemed in a no-nonsense Rufus Wainright fashion through the rose filter of an 80’s era Austin City Limits session atop Cake-style rhythms. ... more

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