The Vessel

from River of Ballyhoo by Smiley Kaul

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Outside brews a storm, winds are wailing
Yet its safe and warm where we’re laying
The only thing I hear is the sound of your sigh
Breathed from linens, soft and white

If I was a sailor I would have drowned years ago
But I am only the vessel sailing where your beauty flows

This handsome hotel, it will do the trick
As the craftsmen they tell, its formed of tender brick
I’ll be the Johnny to your June, a couple of fools on the run
What’s left to say that can’t be sung

If I was a sailor I would have drowned years ago
But I am only the vessel sailing where your beauty flows

floor meets our feet, in rhythm we are residing
Four quarters per beat, two hearts colliding
Rugged arms clutch you tight as a dog to a bone
Cherish like a precious stone

If I was a sailor I would have drowned years ago
But I am only the vessel sailing where your beauty flows

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from River of Ballyhoo, released July 23, 2021

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Smiley Kaul Saint Paul, Minnesota

Ancient, winsome, harrowing delight! Fashioned by the giants of song such as Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, Woody Guthrie, Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen, Smiley sees himself as more psalmist than songwriter, more carnival barker than balladeer, writing "new psalms for that old-time gospel." Musically, Smiley is heavily influenced by punk rock, hip hop, ambient music and the hymns of yesteryear. ... more

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