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Breathe (Album Version)
03:56
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Eyes closed, I hear the sounds all around.
Sunlight warms my feet.
Tapping up and down, just keeping time,
To the sound of my heartbeat.
Chorus
Breathe in and breathe out,
You’ve got this.
There’s no need to justify it.
Breathe in and breathe out
You’ve got this now.
Seasons change, what will I wear this coming year.
To keep me from the cold.
This old worn out shroud has outlived its use.
It serves me no more.
Chorus
Breathe in and breathe out.
It’s not that hard.
To live in the here, the now, your heart.
Breathe in and breathe out.
It’s not that hard.
Bridge
It’s ok if we don’t know, It’s ok if we don’t know.
Just breathe in and breathe out.
If I set my sights and hone my truth.
The road will open wide.
No need to push and shout to get on through.
They’ll all just move aside.
Chorus
Breathe in and breathe out.
Pay attention now.
The omens and the signs are clear. They’re loud.
Breathe in and breathe out.
It’s not that hard.
To live in the here, the now, your heart.
Breathe in and breathe out.
It’s not that hard.
Breathe in and breathe out
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2. |
Fade Away
05:12
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Fade Away
At the end of the road, I found solace in the woods.
In a little cabin tucked out of the way.
With its crooked floors and crooked walls I think I found the place,
Where I can finally shed the armour for the day.
And let it fade away.
In the cracked paint of the wooden chair left weathered on the lawn.
I see years of laughter. Years of smiles long gone.
In the driftwood railing I see days spent splashing ‘round the Bay.
Collecting memories of yesterday.
Let it fade away.
Let it fade away.
In the comfort of your absence I sing easily.
With the lonely red rocking chair by the creek.
The painted rocks tell stories of others come and gone.
Only the mourning doves know their secret song.
Let it fade away.
Let it fade away.
In the setting of the sun the sparkle fades before my eyes.
And shadows cling to corners, come the night.
And all that I can think of is the trouble I caused you.
It left you feeling so lonely and blue.
Let it fade away. 8x
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3. |
Thoughts of You
03:40
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I went to the ocean to feel my heartbeat.
I went to the ocean for sand in my feet.
And you know, I thought of you.
You know, I thought of you.
I went to the valley to see the tide low.
I went to the valley and what do you know!
I saw you. Only you.
You know, I saw you.
I went to the mountains, climbed up to the sky.
I went to the mountains, left it all behind.
For you. Only you.
Left it all for you.
I turned to the fire to feel some heat.
I turned to the fire, my heart finally beat.
For you. Only you.
My heart, it beats for you.
I went to the ocean to feel my heartbeat.
I went to the ocean for sand in my feet.
And you know, I thought of you.
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4. |
We Learn
03:54
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You walk light. You walk fast
But you can’t hide from the past.
You push through, for their sake.
It leaves you empty in the wake.
Where’s your voice? Where’s your heart?
You left them way back at the start.
You could lean on them now.
You look around but don’t know how.
We bleed, we burn. We live, we learn
Never right. Never wrong.
‘Cause no one hears your morning song.
You don’t need them anyway.
Your deepest whispers lead the way.
Let it out. Let it shine.
You don’t need to fight this time.
Feel the wind. Feel the ground.
Hear the answers all around.
We bleed, we burn. We live, we learn
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5. |
Ain't No Obstacle
03:16
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Well I’m standing on top of the world
I’m standing strong and tall
Winter winds can’t get me down
Ain’t no obstacle.
One step, two step into the night.
Voices whisper wild.
But lava flows deep in my soul.
And helps me climb the mile.
To the peak I look around.
Centered. Satisfied.
Well I’m standing on top of the world
I’m standing strong and tall
Winter winds can’t get me down
Ain’t no obstacle.
Shadows follow my trail.
They gather close behind.
But I shine a light and take a look.
To see what I might find.
All I see are memories.
The faded ugly kind.
Well I’m standing on top of the world
I’m standing strong and tall
Winter winds can’t get me down
Ain’t no obstacle.
Quiet, still is the night.
It wraps me like a doll.
That I hold near to clear my fears.
Protect me from the fall.
But I’m stronger than I thought I’d be.
I’m answering the call.
Well I’m standing on top of the world
I’m standing strong and tall
Winter winds can’t get me down
Ain’t no obstacle.
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6. |
Home
04:24
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Have you walked across
Your bed of coals
And lingered too long
Burnt a hole.
You carry on
Like a wounded soldier
Afraid to look back
Over your shoulder
It’s time to go home.
Time to clear a path
Time to pull the weeds
Lay down the sand
For our raw bare feet
Time to wash away
The dust and dirt.
That weighed us down
Against the earth
It's time to go home.
Just once more
Just for tonight
Hold this moment
Hold it tight
And let go.
Can we share the space
And take a deep breath
And look straight ahead
At the sun while it sets
Cut the chords
Of aching hearts
Forgive and release
The broken parts
It's time to go home.
Just once more
Just for tonight
Hold this moment
Hold it tight
And let go
It's time to go home
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7. |
We Learn
03:54
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We Learn
You walk light. You walk fast
But you can’t hide from the past.
You push through, for their sake.
It leaves you empty in the wake.
Where’s your voice? Where’s your heart?
You left them way back at the start.
You could lean on them now.
You look around but don’t know how.
We bleed, we burn. We live, we learn (repeat)
Never right. Never wrong.
‘Cause no one hears your morning song.
You don’t need them anyway.
Your deepest whispers lead the way.
Let it out. Let it shine.
You don’t need to fight this time.
Feel the wind. Feel the ground.
Hear the answers all around.
We bleed, we burn. We live, we learn (repeat)
We bleed, we burn. We live, we learn (repeat)
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Kristen Martell Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia
KRISTEN MARTELL, a bilingual folk/pop artist from Nova Scotia, crafts introspective songs reminiscent of Sarah McLachlan. Her latest album, 'Every Season,' nominated for the East Coast Music Awards, showcases her emotional depth. With numerous accolades, Kristen connects intimately with audiences through moving stories. Kristen's upcoming francophone single debuts in Feb 2024. ... more
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