Expecting

from Roughhouse by Richilieu

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lyrics

I had a dream that I was pregnant,
and everyone was happy for me.
My cheeks had the glow of a mum-to-be,
And everyone was complimentary.

I made the rounds to show off my belly,
and my friends suggested quirky names.

And it made me think that I could raise a child,
but probably only in my mind.
Cos I cannot keep a cactus alive in my real life.
So in my mind I just dream.

In this dream my world's expansive.
The sky is deep and fresh as double cream.
Everywhere I go I take a taxi
and every ride the driver gives me free.

I’m not alone where ever I may go,
I’m feeling something kick and it’s a scream.

And it made me think that
I could give birth to life.
After I’ve nurtured it deep inside.
But I cannot keep myself on a line
In my real life.

So in my mind
I am expecting.

And when I wake up in the morning light.
I find it easy to believe.
That everything will be just fine
and I can change.

I had a dream.

I’m not alone where ever I may go.
I’m feeling something kick and it’s a scream.

And it made me think the feel of
this dream could catch on.
Maybe the baby is just this song.
So I’ll try to keep the children alive
In my mind.

So in my life
I’m always expecting.

credits

from Roughhouse, released July 11, 2014
Ian Wadley – Bass
Cameron Potts – Drums
Niccolo Palandri - Organ
Ryan – Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Organ

Written by Ryan Burrett
Produced & Engineered by Ryan Burrett & Casey Rice
Mixed & Mastered by Casey Rice

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