Mars in the Midwest

Verse 1 Sunrise paints my prison gold, Chains so soft, they feel like home. Every step's a measured dance, A marionette of circumstance. Chorus Oh, smiling shackles, glitter bright, Hold me tight in borrowed light. I wear the grin, I play the part, A prisoner of my polished heart. Verse 2 The second bite, a ghost I chase, Freedom whispers, leaves no trace. The mirror’s stare, a silent guide, Where shadows of my chaos hide. Chorus Oh, smiling shackles, glitter bright, Hold me tight in borrowed light. I wear the grin, I play the part, A prisoner of my polished heart. Bridge I dream of storms that break the chain, But fear the flood of unbound rain. A perfect script, a flawless scene, While wildness lingers in between. Outro So here I stand, my tethered soul, A brittle flame, a steady glow. Smiling shackles, hold me near, Your heavy weight, my greatest fear.

(Verse 1) As a little girl in my room, Dancing with dreams, I'd hear the tunes, Mirror ball shining, I’d sing to the night, But they said my voice just wasn’t right. (Pre-Chorus) “Too broken, too shy,” they’d always say, But deep in my heart, I knew there’s a way, I’d practice alone, just me and the stars, Believing that someday I’d break down these bars. (Chorus) So you can go and fuck yourself, ‘cause I made it, I’m standing here, and I’m not jaded. With every note, I’m rising high, Singing my heart out, just watch me fly. I’m gonna shout it out loud, The world’s gonna feel my sound! (Verse 2) I remember those nights, crying in my bed, The whispers of doubt spinning in my head, But I’d grab my brush, use it like a mic, Dreaming of stages, igniting my fight. (Pre-Chorus) No more shadows, I’m ready to shine, Turning my struggles into a powerful line, I’ll run through the storms, I’ll dance in the rain, Nothing can stop me, I’ll rise through the pain. (Chorus) So you can go and fuck yourself, ‘cause I made it, I’m standing here, and I’m not jaded. With every note, I’m rising high, Singing my heart out, just watch me fly. I’m gonna shout it out loud, The world’s gonna feel my sound! (Bridge) From the little girl who dreamed in the dark, To the queen on stage, I found my spark, Every scar, every tear, it’s a part of my song, I’m finally here where I belong. (Chorus) So you can go and fuck yourself, ‘cause I made it, I’m standing here, and I’m not jaded. With every note, I’m rising high, Singing my heart out, just watch me fly. I’m gonna shout it out loud, The world’s gonna feel my sound! (Outro) Yeah, I’m gonna shout it, shout it out loud, Breaking the silence with my voice, I’m proud. All the little girls, don’t ever doubt, You can chase your dreams, let it all out! So go on, watch me now, I’m singing loud, I’m singing proud! Shouting out loud, This is my moment, I’ll take my bow!

[Verse] Sunrise hits we're out the door Spandex suit the world ignore Helmet on it's time to fly Dodgin' cars man touch the sky [Verse 2] Chain goes snap it’s just our luck Fix it fast don't get stuck Climb that hill heart's on fire Breathin' heavy but we don't tire [Chorus] Pedal power in the wind Laugh at life we always win Sweatin' hard but feelin' free Road adventures you and me [Bridge] Rain or shine we got no fear Soggy shoes but smiles appear Quirky bunch and that’s no lie Legs like thunder passin' by [Verse 3] Flat tire strikes just when it's tough Patch it quick we're strong and rough Miles rolling legs of steel Grinning wide the rider’s feel [Chorus] Pedal power in the wind Laugh at life we always win Sweatin' hard but feelin' free Road adventures you and me

(Verse 1) As a little girl in my room, Dancing with dreams, I'd hear the tunes, Mirror ball shining, I’d sing to the night, But they said my voice just wasn’t right. (Pre-Chorus) “Too broken, too shy,” they’d always say, But deep in my heart, I knew there’s a way, I’d practice alone, just me and the stars, Believing that someday I’d break down these bars. (Chorus) So you can go and fuck yourself, ‘cause I made it, I’m standing here, and I’m not jaded. With every note, I’m rising high, Singing my heart out, just watch me fly. I’m gonna shout it out loud, The world’s gonna feel my sound! (Verse 2) I remember those nights, crying in my bed, The whispers of doubt spinning in my head, But I’d grab my brush, use it like a mic, Dreaming of stages, igniting my fight. (Pre-Chorus) No more shadows, I’m ready to shine, Turning my struggles into a powerful line, I’ll run through the storms, I’ll dance in the rain, Nothing can stop me, I’ll rise through the pain. (Chorus) So you can go and fuck yourself, ‘cause I made it, I’m standing here, and I’m not jaded. With every note, I’m rising high, Singing my heart out, just watch me fly. I’m gonna shout it out loud, The world’s gonna feel my sound! (Bridge) From the little girl who dreamed in the dark, To the queen on stage, I found my spark, Every scar, every tear, it’s a part of my song, I’m finally here where I belong. (Chorus) So you can go and fuck yourself, ‘cause I made it, I’m standing here, and I’m not jaded. With every note, I’m rising high, Singing my heart out, just watch me fly. I’m gonna shout it out loud, The world’s gonna feel my sound! (Outro) Yeah, I’m gonna shout it, shout it out loud, Breaking the silence with my voice, I’m proud. All the little girls, don’t ever doubt, You can chase your dreams, let it all out! So go on, watch me now, I’m singing loud, I’m singing proud! Shouting out loud, This is my moment, I’ll take my bow!

[Verse] Underneath the silver sky where shadows play I find a golden light in the darkest day Looking at the mirror reflection out of place Dancing with the memories I can't erase [Verse 2] Streetlights flicker whispering ancient songs Wandering with echoes where my heart belongs Footsteps falter searching for a rendezvous Lost in time as I’m chasing dreams of you [Chorus] Moonlit solitude where the nights are long Whispers in the wind where you’ve been gone Heartbeats syncing with a lonely tune Melancholy blooms in the heart of June [Verse 3] Stories on the skyline written in the stars Silence in the alleys peace among the scars Holding onto promises faded into dust In the silence it’s myself I trust [Verse 4] Pavement cold beneath the worn-out shoes Patterns in the chaos cast in endless hues Moments carved in twilight memories so real Stretching out for whispers that I long to feel [Bridge] Shadows moving softly in a hidden dance Underneath the twilight lost in a trance Fading into moonlight where the silence calls In the night so endless where the teardrop falls

"Back to Palestine" (Verse 1) I’m going back to Palestine, Where the sun shines all the time, Where the hills are soft and green, And the rivers flow so clean. (Chorus) I’ll see the mountains, I’ll see the sea, Palestine is home to me. With my family, hand in hand, Back to my beloved land. (Verse 2) I’ll hear the songs of long ago, In the breeze that gently blows, The olive trees will welcome me, With their roots in history. (Chorus) I’ll see the mountains, I’ll see the sea, Palestine is home to me. With my family, hand in hand, Back to my beloved land. (Bridge) In Palestine, I’ll find my way, In the sunshine, every day. With love and joy, I’ll stand so tall, Back to the place I love most of all. (Chorus) I’ll see the mountains, I’ll see the sea, Palestine is home to me. With my family, hand in hand, Back to my beloved land. (Outro) Palestine, you’re in my heart, No matter where I am, we’ll never be apart.

[Verse] Spinning like a disco ball Hearts are dancing down the hall Caught your smile from across the crowd Silent whispers singing loud [Verse 2] Dropped my keys oh what a mess Perfect timing couldn't guess You pick them up your eyes a glow Crash like lightning start to show [Chorus] You’re my unexpected love Stars align from up above Out of nowhere you appear Like a dream you pull me near [Verse 3] Party lights and flashing beams In this moment it redeems Every heartache every scar Wishing wells on shooting stars [Bridge] Telephone rings midnight call Fingers trace it down the wall Giggles echo through the line You and me we intertwine [Verse 4] Fireworks in skies of blue Nothing planned but something true Hand in hand we take the leap Both our hearts in sync they'll keep

[Verse 1] How should I know your true love’s face, From all the others in this crowded place? He wore a cockle hat and staff so plain, How could I recognize him yet again? [Verse 2] Gone and gone, not to return, The flicker fades, the candles burn. In shadows deep, where whispers play, Lingered love has slipped away. [Chorus] Gone and gone again, my dear, Disappeared into the misty air. Love once strong now fades to grey, Gone and gone again, it’s just the way. [Verse 3] Hearts once entwined now drift apart, A silent ache within the heart. No longer here, no longer near, Just tender memories, crystal clear. [Bridge] Oft I wonder, oft I sigh, Where does love go when it bids goodbye? In each quiet breath, in each soft refrain, Echoes of him, gone and gone again. [Verse 4] Time may heal, yet it doesn't mend, The lingering loss of a lover and friend. In dreams, I'm haunted, night and day, Gone and gone again, he'd always say.

[Verse] Walking down the street just minding my own Her eyes like diamonds through the dark they've shone She grins like a wild thing ready to pounce My heart skips a beat flips then it bounces [Chorus] You're the buzz in my brain a sweet refrain So crazy it's driving me insane Tangled up and tripping on this vibe Laughing as we tumble in the tide [Verse 2] He’s got this swagger like a cat on the prowl Makes me wanna jump and let out a howl He jokes like a goofball makes me wanna cry But something in his smile just makes me try [Chorus] You're the buzz in my brain a sweet refrain So crazy it's driving me insane Tangled up and tripping on this vibe Laughing as we tumble in the tide [Bridge] We’ve got this kooky crazy kind of dance Falling spinning taking rowdy chance With you every moment's such a blast Riding high let's make this feeling last [Verse 3] Together in the madness we’ll align Creating chaos that feels so divine The world can keep on turning as it will We’ve got this loony love and it’s our thrill