Cyclone Alfred Version 2

Hold tight to me in your abyss Know what you take is what you give Let your stray thoughts go amiss I know I am sinking in Hop in the seat I’ll drive you home Then worry when you don’t ring my phone You say “you’re busy” I’m fine with that Will you ever call me back?

**"The Tavern King of Barnstaple"** *(To the Tune of "The Gambler" by Kenny Rogers)* **[Verse 1]** On a rainy night in Barnstaple town, Mike Jordan sat with a worried frown. The Tavern was quiet, the stakes were high, Danny McGee walked in, with a glint in his eye. **[Chorus]** You gotta know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em, Know when to walk away, know when to run. Mike bet it all, on a pair of queens, But Danny’s full house crushed his dreams. **[Verse 2]** Nicola cried as the cards were shown, The Tavern was lost, and Mike was alone. Danny just smiled, with Del Boy by his side, "Now you work for me," he said with pride. **[Chorus]** You gotta know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em, Know when to walk away, know when to run. Mike bet it all, on a pair of queens, But Danny’s full house crushed his dreams. **[Verse 3]** Mike moved in with Sean, in a small flat above, They bonded over whiskey and stories of love. Del Boy would visit, wagging his tail, But Mike couldn’t shake the sting of his fail. **[Chorus]** You gotta know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em, Know when to walk away, know when to run. Mike bet it all, on a pair of queens, But Danny’s full house crushed his dreams. **[Bridge]** Now Mike and Sean, they’re the best of mates, Laughing at life and their twisted fates. Nicola moved on, but Mike found a friend, And the Tavern’s old spirit will never end. **[Verse 4]** Danny runs the pub, with Del Boy in tow, But Mike’s found peace, in the life he knows. He’ll tell you the story, with a wink and a grin, "Don’t bet your Tavern, unless you’re sure you’ll win." **[Chorus]** You gotta know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em, Know when to walk away, know when to run. Mike bet it all, on a pair of queens, But Danny’s full house crushed his dreams. **[Outro]** So here’s to Mike, the Tavern’s old king, Who lost it all but found a new thing. With Sean by his side, and a laugh in his heart, Mike’s story lives on, in Barnstaple’s heart. *(Fade out with a harmonica solo and the sound of a shuffling deck of cards.)* �🍻

**"Sam's Winning Hand"** *(A Country-Poker Anthem)* **[Verse 1]** Bailey sat down at the table, feelin' mighty fine, Thought he'd take Sam's money, one hand at a time. But Sam just tipped his hat, with a sly little grin, Said, "Bailey, my friend, you ain't ready to win." **[Chorus]** 'Cause Sam's got the cards, and Sam's got the plan, When he's holdin' a deuce, it looks like a grand. He bluffs with a smile, leaves Bailey in tears, By the end of the night, Sam's cleaned out his years. **[Verse 2]** Bailey thought he had it, with a pair of kings, But Sam raised the pot, and he bet everything. Bailey folded his hand, said, "I can't take the heat," Sam flipped over nothing, and Bailey faced defeat. **[Chorus]** 'Cause Sam's got the cards, and Sam's got the plan, When he's holdin' a deuce, it looks like a grand. He bluffs with a smile, leaves Bailey in tears, By the end of the night, Sam's cleaned out his years. **[Bridge]** Bailey left the table, not a dollar to his name, Had to borrow from Sam, and it was a cryin' shame. He worked nine to five, Dolly Parton style, But Sam took his paycheck, with that same old smile. **[Verse 3]** Now Bailey's at the factory, punchin' that clock, Dreamin' of the day he can beat Sam in a block. But Sam's still playin', winnin' night and day, While Bailey's just tryin' to keep the bills at bay. **[Chorus]** 'Cause Sam's got the cards, and Sam's got the plan, When he's holdin' a deuce, it looks like a grand. He bluffs with a smile, leaves Bailey in tears, By the end of the night, Sam's cleaned out his years. **[Outro]** So here's to you, Sam, the king of the game, Bailey's just a footnote in your hall of fame. From the poker table to the nine-to-five grind, Sam's the winner, and Bailey's left behind. *(Fade out with a twangy guitar and a harmonica solo.)* 🎸

[Verse] పల్లె తల్లి కన్న పిల్లలం నేల తల్లి నే నమ్ముకున్న కష్ట జీవులం కష్టాలకు తోడు చెప్పినాడే సూర్యుడు మన బలం మన చేతి పనిలో ఇట్టే గనుకడు [Verse 2] అమ్మతల్లిని ముద్దుగా పిలిచే ముదుసళ్ళం గుట్టుమేళ్ళలో పెరిగిన స్నేహ గీతాలం రేవు ఒడ్డున బోడితో పాడే పాటలే మన ఊరు గోసను వినిపించే మాటలే [Chorus] పల్లె మనోరమ ఎలా లేకుంటుందమ్మా సంపదే నేలపైన పరుచుకున్న కోండమ్మా రైతు భుజని మోసే నిండి తరపు చేతమ్మా ఈ పాటలే ముద్దుల జీవిత శ్రేయస్సమ్మా [Bridge] రేయిని ప్రభాతంగా మార్చే కల బనుకోబోయం నాటుసారా వంటివి జీవితానికి దూరం తమ రొజులే పండగగా భావించే మనం మనుచిత్రంలో మనం అవుతాం ప్రభావం [Verse 3] వ్యవసాయమే నడిపించే జీవన సాగరం ఆకుపచ్చని తొడలతో నాటించే అందరం స్నేహాల రెక్కలపై ఎగిరే పావురం ఆధారంతో చేరదీయం ప్రతి ఊరేరం [Chorus] పల్లె మనోరమ ఎలా లేకుంటుందమ్మా సంపదే నేలపైన పరుచుకున్న కోండమ్మా రైతు భుజని మోసే నిండి తరపు చేతమ్మా ఈ పాటలే ముద్దుల జీవిత శ్రేయస్సమ్మా

Nee oru loosu koodhi, nee oru naai baadu, keana punda, muttaa koodhi, otha ommala, thevdiya goyya, mada punda, gaaji thaayoli, poola sappu, nee oru kuluk buluk, veshi thaayoli, seraikka pora punda, mutta molukku thatha poola sappum thevediya dubakoor munda

verse 1 out where the fields roll for miles and miles there’s a rusted old gate and a crooked fence line where the stories run deep like the roots in the clay and the wind still whispers what the old folks say verse 2 there’s a porch with a swing that’s seen better days where granddaddy sat watchin’ sunsets fade he said life’s just a road, some smooth, some rough but you keep on drivin’ when the goin’ gets tough chorus where the gravel meets the sky where the songs and the prayers never die where the hands are worn, but the hearts stay strong it’s where i belong, where i come from where the gravel meets the sky verse 3 every scar on this land tells a story of pride from the crops that we lost to the tears we cried but we carry it all like a flag in the wind standin’ tall through the storms, just like we’ve always been chorus where the gravel meets the sky where the songs and the prayers never die where the hands are worn, but the hearts stay strong it’s where i belong, where i come from where the gravel meets the sky bridge you can pave these roads, you can tear down the signs but you can’t steal the soul of these simple times final chorus where the gravel meets the sky where the songs and the prayers never die where the hands are worn, but the hearts stay strong it’s where i belong, where i come from where the gravel meets the sky outro where the gravel meets the sky…

🌊 Storm’s Gonna Pass 🌞 (A Folk Song for Queensland as Cyclone Alfred Approaches) Verse 1: The wind starts a-howlin’, the tide’s runnin’ high, Clouds rollin’ heavy across the night sky. But we’ve known the thunder, we’ve danced in the rain, Queensland stands tall, we’ll do it again. Pre-Chorus: So gather close, don’t be afraid, We’ve walked through storms, we won’t be swayed. Chorus: Storm’s gonna pass, winds gonna die, Golden sun’s gonna break that sky. We’ll hold our ground, we won’t back down, Queensland’s heart won’t be blown around. Verse 2: Lanterns are flickerin’, hands holding tight, Neighbors and strangers stand side by side. The waters may rise, but love runs deep, We hold on to hope, that’s ours to keep. Pre-Chorus: So gather close, don’t be afraid, We’ve walked through storms, we won’t be swayed. Chorus: Storm’s gonna pass, winds gonna die, Golden sun’s gonna break that sky. We’ll hold our ground, we won’t back down, Queensland’s heart won’t be blown around. Bridge: Raindrops fall, but so do tears, Not of sorrow, but strength through years. We've seen the floods, we’ve felt the waves, And every time, we rise from the shadows. Final Chorus: Storm’s gonna pass, winds gonna die, Golden sun’s gonna paint the sky. We’ll stand as one, no fear, no doubt, Queensland’s fire won’t be put out. Outro: So hold on tight, just close your eyes, When the winds are gone, we’ll see blue skies.

*"La Contratación Desigual"* Estrofa 1 Llegó la oferta, ¡qué emoción!, un buen empleo, ¡qué ilusión! Pero al mirar, ¡sorpresa total!, si eres mujer, te ponen un extra. Pre-Coro "¿Sabes planchar? ¿Y cocinar?", te preguntan sin parar. Y si eres madre, ¡ay, Dios mío!, te piden hasta un currículum vídeo. Coro ¡Ay! La contratación, no es igual pa’ los dos, si tienes falda, te ponen un plus. ¡Ay! La desigualdad, ¡qué risa y qué dolor!, en el trabajo hay discriminación. Estrofa 2 Él llega tarde, "es que es un crack", tú llegas tarde, "no vuelvas más". Él pide aumento, "es un líder nato", tú pides aumento, "¿estás loca o qué?". Pre-Coro Y aunque tienes la misma capacidad, te piden más, exigen lealtad. Un sueldo menor y doble exigencia, esa es la cruda y triste diferencia. Coro ¡Ay! La contratación, no es igual pa’ los dos, si tienes falda, te ponen un plus. ¡Ay! La desigualdad, ¡qué risa y qué dolor!, en el trabajo hay discriminación. Puente Pero no te rindas, ¡alza la voz!, que la igualdad llegará, ¡y será mejor! Con una sonrisa y mucho valor, rompemos juntas ese viejo error. Coro Final ¡Ay! La contratación, será igual pa’ los dos, sin importar si es falda o pantalón. ¡Ay! La igualdad, llegará con humor, y en el trabajo habrá más sabor. Outro Y en el trabajo habrá más sabor, y en el trabajo habrá más sabor. *(Fin)*

Verse 1: In Sonoma's fields where vineyards gleam, Under California's golden beam, From Santa Rosa's bustling streets, To Sebastopol where art life meets. Chorus: Oh, Sonoma County, holiday cheer, From rolling hills to coastline near, In Petaluma, boats alight, Parading through the festive night. Verse 2: In Healdsburg's plaza, spirits bright, Cloverdale's charm under starlit night, Through Rohnert Park's lively lanes, The joy of Christmas firmly reigns. Chorus: Oh, Sonoma County, holiday cheer, From rolling hills to coastline near, In Petaluma, boats alight, Parading through the festive night. Bridge: Echoes of Pomo and Miwok songs, In valleys where their spirits belong, Fort Ross stands by the ocean's side, A testament to times and tides. Verse 3: From Cotati's historic square, To Windsor's markets, treasures rare, Kenwood's vineyards, Glen Ellen's grace, The Christmas spirit finds its place. Chorus: Oh, Sonoma County, holiday cheer, From rolling hills to coastline near, In Petaluma, boats alight, Parading through the festive night. Outro: As December winds gently blow, And vineyards rest under moonlit glow, Sonoma's heart, so warm and true, Celebrates the old and new.

Oh jolene , cover me in Valvoline, if only Diddy knew what Valvoline could do

HOLU DOLU (Verse 1) I grew up in a small town, Where laughter filled the air, Chasing dreams ‘neath the big oak tree, With my buddies, without a care. My aunt would call me Holu Dolu, Her smile, it lit up the day, Said I was her little treasure, In her heart, I’d always stay. (Chorus) Holu Dolu, we’re here for you, Crafting dreams with fabric and glue, From ages two to fourteen, it’s true, Quality’s our promise, we’ll see you through. Every stitch, every thread, our love shines through, Holu Dolu, we built this for you. (Verse 2) I remember summer sunsets, Running barefoot, feeling free, The smell of fresh-cut grass, oh, Brings back sweet memories. We sat ’round the campfire, With stories tall as the sky, Now I’m crafting for the future, For every girl and every guy. (Chorus) Holu Dolu, we’re here for you, Crafting dreams with fabric and glue, From ages two to fourteen, it’s true, Quality’s our promise, we’ll see you through. Every stitch, every thread, our love shines through, Holu Dolu, we built this for you. (Bridge) Every design, it speaks your name, Soft and warm, like a childhood game. Colors bright like the stars at night, We’re stitching memories, holding you tight. (Verse 3) So here’s to the kids with shining eyes, With t-shirts and toys that light up the skies, From jump ropes to jeans, we’ve got it all right, With Holu Dolu, your future’s so bright. When you wear our clothes, know we care, With every little heartbeat, our love is there. (Chorus) Holu Dolu, we’re here for you, Crafting dreams with fabric and glue, From ages two to fourteen, it’s true, Quality’s our promise, we’ll see you through. Every stitch, every thread, our love shines through, Holu Dolu, we built this for you. (Outro) So come on, little dreamers, Let’s take this ride together, With Holu Dolu, you’ll always know, We’re here, we care, forever and ever.

The sun pears out from morning grey Chasing the shadows of yesterday The dirt stretches out far ahead Where the past can’t follow, it’s whispers dead Here’s to new beginnings, a brand new song Write from the heart, and you’ll never be wrong Step by step, the future’s near So we can leave behind what gave us tears