How the West was Won

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I’ve got to find my way back home.
This night is cursed and the moon is hanging low.
The Queen of Spades is knocking at my door.
I’ve got to find my way back home.

I went to the river, but the river was dry.
I went to the mountain, but the mountain was too high.
I went to the desert, but the desert floor was cracked.
I went to the ocean, but the ocean was black.

This must be how the west was won.
Staring down the barrel of a smoking gun.
I sold my soul underneath that Nevada sun.
This must be how the west was won.

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I hear the train coming down from the pass.
I put my lucky nickel down on the tracks.
I’m leaving this town and I’m leaving right fast.
I hear the train coming down from the pass.

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from Dad's LPs, released October 1, 2011

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Dad's LPs Oakland, California

Dad’s LPs is a rock, pop band with its cornerstones consisting of the powerhouse vocals of John Morales and the emotive voice of Chris Twomey. This is punctuated by Andrew Harris’ sharp guitar attack, the staccato rhythm guitar work of Jay Seals. Most importantly though, they are a band of songwriters who love to create, play, and record original music. ... more

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