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They Were the Days

from Mostly Live (in progress) by Up in the Air

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When John Prine died, there was a lot of his music being played as a tribute. Almost all the songs were from his folk style but I also liked a lot of his rock and roll style tunes. I always loved his quirky lyrics so he inspired this tune which is a rocker with quirky lyrics.

lyrics

They Were the Days
A
She was a friend of a friend of mine..She used to come around all the time
D A
We were so innocent.and barely made the rent
E7 G-D A
They were the days.................They were the days


She had the look of a big eyed pup, and when she saw you she would run right up
And give a big wet kiss. Oh baby, that was bliss
They were the days.................They were the days


She was the youngest of the young at heart, & when love hit me, it was like a dart That hit the center ring, and it changed everything
They were the days.................They were the days

D dm A B7
I remember feeling like I could fly ......wings wide open
bm G E7 (break)
With love and hope and..... floating in the sky


She was as soft as a teddy bear & gave you meaning when there was none there A reason to exist , and I could not resist
They were the days.................They were the days


She was the center of the centerpiece. She was the main dish in a special feast That was some tasty stuff. Could never get enough.
They were the days.................They were the days


She used to nibble softly on my ears. She was the reason for so many tears.
And I still miss her so. The memories come and go.
They were the days.................They were the days

D dm A
Like the first puff would get you high
B7 bm G E7(break)
Then the last puff it would leave you feeling high and dry


Just like the coffee in your morning cup will give you warmth & quickly wake you up
She’d help you face the day, and throw the time away
They were the days.................They were the days

credits

from Mostly Live (in progress), released April 22, 2023
John Beccia- lead vocal and keys
Suzy Newman- background vocals
Phil Gross bass
Mike Milenesi - drums
Turko Semmes - percussion
David Singer- electric lead guitar

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Up in the Air Santa Margarita, California

Up in the Air blends elements of structure and improvisation into musical styles as varied as folk, pop, dixieland, bluegrass, latin, and worldbeat. The result is a fresh and ultimately dancable musical experience with a conspicuously multi-cultural sound. Their original songs center on themes of social equity and justice, environmental consciousness, love, and respect for others. ... more

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