You Had Everything

from Death of the Insurance Salesmen by The Insurance Salesmen

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You: I could recognize your face from across and ocean
And you look so very different since the gears kicked in motion
And I remember when every night
Was in plain sight and clear as day
And you had everything and you threw it away

You: former guiding light, discovered the fountain of youth
And you: current fading star, example of the bitter truth
That you're no more than what you own
Now you're alone, the papers say
That you had everything and you threw it away

The roses at your feet have wilted and died
And now you're out on the street with nothing to hide

You: former guiding light, discovered the fountain of youth
And you: current fading star, example of the bitter truth
That if I was standing in your place
I'd fall from grace like you today
And I'll have everything and I'll throw it away

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from Death of the Insurance Salesmen, released April 27, 2014

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