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Michigan summers have been breaking my heart since I was a kid. Why can’t perfect things last just a little longer?
lyrics
Reedy blue jay barking in that tree
Backyard bully gonna do what he please
Good God, it’s July, let that breeze come and kiss your face
I’d sign a petition to keep us right here
I don’t see no need for this blue green sphere
To continue its trip, another long year through space
There may come a day better than this
But honey, I don’t think I want to take that risk
No, no, no, no, no
Now, I don’t want you to take this the wrong way
But I’ve been thinking about my last day
And how it’s going to play out if I get my wish
Roll me out on the lawn on some summer morning
Don’t wait too late till it gets hot or storming
A requiem of cicadas performing, and off I’ll drift
There may be a sound sweeter than this
But honey, I don’t want to take that risk
No, no, no, no, no
There may come a day better than this
But honey, I don’t think I want to take that risk
No, no, no, no, no
Reedy blue jay barking in that tree
Backyard bully gonna do what he please
Good God, it’s July, let that breeze come and kiss your face
credits
released July 28, 2023
Written and performed by Dave Kerschbaum
Organ by Becca Argenbright
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I've put this one on many times when things looked dark or felt bleak, and Allison Russell and JT Nero bring me back around again with their music. If hope had a sound, it would sound like this. Dave Kerschbaum
If you're new to the Accidentals, this is a great place to start. Incredibly talented musicians, clever lyricists, great performers. I'll admit to crying every time I hear "Michigan and Again" live. Dave Kerschbaum
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