Where the Gravel Meets the Sky

**"Monday Night at the Tavern"** *(Verse 1)* It’s 6:30 on a Monday night, the Tavern’s coming alive, Mike Jordan’s behind the bar, keeping the vibe. Texas Hold ‘em’s the game, the cards are dealt with care, Ryan’s got a poker face, but Sam’s got a stare. Bailey’s shuffling chips, Danny’s sipping Thatchers Gold, Stacey’s laughing with Nicola, their stories never get old. Matt’s calculating odds, while Mike pours San Miguel, And Sean, the loyal pet, sleeps through it all so well. *(Chorus)* It’s Monday night in Barnstaple, the Tavern’s where we play, Texas Hold ‘em’s the game, and we’re here to stay. From quiz night on a Tuesday to clubbing for a fiver, The Tavern’s got it all, it’s the place to deliver. *(Verse 2)* Mike’s calling out the bets, his voice is loud and clear, Nicola’s pouring red wine, the best you’ll find here. Stacey’s got a royal flush, Danny’s bluffing again, Ryan’s got a pair of aces, but Sam’s got the win. The pool table’s quiet, it’s Sunday’s domain, But tonight it’s all about the cards and the game. Sean wakes up briefly, wagging his tail, Before curling back up, dreaming of ale. *(Chorus)* It’s Monday night in Barnstaple, the Tavern’s where we play, Texas Hold ‘em’s the game, and we’re here to stay. From quiz night on a Tuesday to clubbing for a fiver, The Tavern’s got it all, it’s the place to deliver. *(Bridge)* Quiz night’s a battle, brains against the clock, Pool on a Sunday, where the cues go knock. Clubbing on a Saturday, just a fiver to get in, But Monday’s for the poker, where the real fun begins. *(Verse 3)* Mike’s San Miguel is flowing, Danny’s Thatchers in hand, Stacey and Nicola toast with their wine, so grand. The Tavern’s full of laughter, the stakes are getting high, But no matter who wins, the night never says goodbye. Sean’s back to snoring, the cards are put away, But the memories of Monday night will last another day. Till Tuesday’s quiz and Sunday’s pool, and clubbing’s on the way, The Tavern’s always buzzing, come whatever may. *(Chorus)* It’s Monday night in Barnstaple, the Tavern’s where we play, Texas Hold ‘em’s the game, and we’re here to stay. From quiz night on a Tuesday to clubbing for a fiver, The Tavern’s got it all, it’s the place to deliver. *(Outro)* So raise your glass to Mike Jordan, and the Tavern crew, Ryan, Sam, Bailey, Danny, Stacey, Matt, and Nicola too. With Sean by their side, and the cards in the air, The Tavern’s the heart of Barnstaple, and it’s always there.

Verse 1 When your mom and dad heard the news We were already loving you After all that we’ve been through You brought joy into our lives Chorus I love you to the moon and back My favorite place to be is where your at I’ll spend my life giving everything I have I love you to the moon and back Verse 2 Here’s to a brand new start Your already changing hearts Take all the riches and fame They don’t compare the same To you Chorus I love you to the moon and back My favorite place to be is where your at I’ll spend my life giving everything I have I love you to the moon and back Bridge When talkin bout the moon I ain’t talkin bout the one up in the sky at night It’s all just their for show It can’t out do your shine Chorus I love you to the moon and back My favorite place to be is where your at I’ll spend my life giving everything I have I love you to the moon and back Outro I love you to the moon and back I love you to the moon and back

Verse I know i was wrong how i treated you I didnt treat you right didnt do what i needed to I wouldnt blame you for walking out on me Ive been a fool not to see All the things that we could be Chorus: I don’t wanna look out the window I might not see your pretty face I just might see you leaving, putting me in my place I might see you putting your bags in the car and driving away So before you get to the point where you gotta go Baby I just want you to know I’m not gonna look out the window Bridge I got no reason for doing what i did If youll forgive me and give me one more chance Before I lose you tonight Its time I make things right Chorus: I don’t wanna look out the window I might not see your pretty face I just might see you leaving, putting me in my place I might see you putting your bags in the car and driving away So before you get to the point where you gotta go Baby I just want you to know I’m not gonna look out the window

Verse 1 I’m sitting outside alone Feeling this soft calm breeze All of the leaves are gone On that tall oak tree We use to sit there underneath Neither of us ever wanted to leave We could have stayed forever But you didn’t want to stay together Chorus But I’m doing alright since you left Gotta admit that I’m surprised Thought I would have regrets Thought maybe I’d need more time To move on with my life But since you left im doing alright Verse Yeah I know it ain’t perfect But I thought I’d still be hurtin Thought it would be worse than this Be missing you and my heart burnin But that’s not how it is Chorus I’m doing alright since you left Gotta admit that I’m surprised Thought I would have regrets Thought maybe I’d need more time To move on with my life But since you left im doing alright Bridge I don’t think it’s because you were nothing It wasn’t because I didn’t love you Maybe your doing better now without me Gotta say that makes me happy Chorus But I’m doing alright since you left Gotta admit that I’m surprised Thought I would have regrets Thought maybe I’d need more time To move on with my life But since you left im doing alright Outro Maybe your doing better without me Gotta say that makes me happy

Verse 1 You roll your eyes at me When I’m looking away You cross your eyes When you catch yourself saying something goofy You hold my hand real tight When your nervous and something isn’t right That’s okay if that’s the things you do They’re just some of the things I love about you Chorus I love you to eternity in heaven I love you to eternity in heaven everything I love about you id need seven Times a million to tell it I love you to eternity in heaven Verse 2 You shook my hand and said hey brother Just like that I forgot about the others You grabbed my arm on that roller coaster Held it tight till it was over I don’t know what you see in me But I guess you love me to eternity You try to say it first Chorus I love you to eternity in heaven I love you to eternity in heaven everything I love about you id need seven Times a million to tell it I love you to eternity in heaven Bridge When we get to the pearly gates I wonder who will say it first If you win I think it’ll hurt Then again I don’t think it’ll matter Jesus is the reason we’re there anyways Chorus I love you to eternity in heaven I love you to eternity in heaven everything I love about you id need seven Times a million to tell it I love you to eternity in heaven

Verse 1 You roll your eyes at me When I’m looking away You think I do not see You cross your eyes When you catch yourself saying something goofy You hold my hand real tight When your nervous and something isn’t right That’s okay if that’s the things you do They’re just some of the things I love about you Chorus I love you to eternity in heaven I love you to eternity in heaven everything I love about you id need seven Times a million to tell it I love you to eternity in heaven Verse 2 You shook my hand and said hey brother Just like that I forgot about the others You grabbed my arm on that roller coaster Held it tight till it was over I don’t know what you see in me But I guess you love me to eternity You try to say it first Chorus I love you to eternity in heaven I love you to eternity in heaven everything I love about you id need seven Times a million to tell it I love you to eternity in heaven Bridge When we get to the pearly gates I wonder who will say it first If you win I think it’ll hurt Then again I don’t think it’ll matter Jesus is the reason we’re there anyways Chorus I love you to eternity in heaven I love you to eternity in heaven everything I love about you id need seven Times a million to tell it I love you to eternity in heaven

**"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 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.

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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.