My Spirit’s Still Alive Michael Nichols & Al Compton Key of: D Tempo: 125 Genre: Country/Christian Verse 1: The angels took you away from me And I nearly lost my mind Then you whispered in my ear I did not leave you behind God called me to come up here Sit beside his (glorious) throne To watch over you (my) dear And (honey) he wants you to know Chorus: That I'll always be right here Watching you from on high Though my body's in the ground Oh my spirit's still alive I never wanted to hurt you Please be happy for our lives I’m waiting to greet you here My spirit is still alive Verse 2: I know you feel so all alone And yes I know you wonder why If I had things my way I'd heal your broken heart tonight Can’t you feel my arms around you As you sit in our house and cry I want to comfort you so badly And wipe the teardrops from your eyes Repeat Chorus Twice/Outtro (c) 2023 by Michael Nichols/Albert Compton
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Title: Mama Say a Little Prayer Lyric Sample: Writers: Michael Nichols/Albert Compton Verse 1: Mama you were always there for me The best advice I always got from you Well I met this gal down in Tennessee Long story short she got the best of me Chorus: Oh Mama won't you say a little prayer for me I'm settin on this old bar stool can’t you see Searchin my mind and drinkin Jim Beam But you know I wasn't raised that way Oh Mama, say a little prayer for me Mmmm-mm, One little prayer today Verse 2: Mama I can't get her off of my mind How can I tell if this is real or am I blind Hope you can help me to find the truth I'm just not sure how I should choose Chorus: Oh Mama won't you say a little prayer for me I'm settin on this old bar stool can’t you see Searchin my mind and drinkin Jim Beam But you know I wasn't raised that way Oh Mama, say a little prayer for me Mmmm-mm, One little prayer today Bridge: I feel helpless without your advice Don’t want this choice to ruin my life One mistake in love can hurt our family Please Mama, I could use some clarity Chorus: Outtro: Oh Mama won’t you pray one more time for me ©2023 Michael D. Nichols, Albert Compton Contact: nicholsm314@gmail.com, acomp2020@gmail.com
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"Bottles & Brews" Michael Nichols & Al Compton Key of: __C__ Tempo: 95 bpm Genre: Country Working Lyrics Bottles & Brews Verse 1 Once I had a little black book, Different girl every night, Now all I can do is sit and look, Cause when I stand my head gets light The numbers in my new black book Are ten doctors and six drugstores And my cologne is Icy Hot And my feet are icy cold Chorus: Now it's bottles and brews, woah bottles & brews I feel brand new from my head down to my shoes I'll come and entertain you for an hour or two Then I must get back home to my bottles & brews Verse 2 How I got here’s beyond me The years flew by so fast Father time was not so kind How quickly time has passed I've traded in my little black book For a Medicare directory My doctor’s just fine he prescribes online And my medicines free for me Chorus: Oh it's bottles and brews, Well bottles & brews I feel brand new from my head down to my shoes I'll come and entertain you for an hour or two Then I must get back home to my bottles & brews Verse 3 With old age comes new skills, Gone are yesterday's thrills I can cough, laugh, and, sneeze And at the same time I get the chills I used to dance all night you see But age has slowed me down And I can still dance but my parts Keep shakin’ when my feet stop goin round
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Working Song Title "Night On The Town " Writers: Michael D. Nichols & Albert Compton Working Lyrics: Verse1: I’m tired of this old dusty road I’ve lived here since I was twelve years old This town has nothing but one stop light My future isn’t very bright I think it’s time for a change of scene Life for me here is nothin but broken dreams Chorus: Think I’m gonna head out west Get a job and do my best Got to let go of all this stress My thoughts are always in a mess I need a place to calm down Maybe have a night out on the town Verse2: I would rather run away and be a circus clown Working my fingers to the bone just gets me down Don’t want to work on the farm like Dad I don’t need someone to make me frown Don’t want a woman who will drive me mad Those types are all this town has Chorus: Think I’m gonna head out west Get a job and do my best Got to let go of all this stress My thoughts are always in a mess I need a place to calm down Maybe have a night out on the town
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Brand New Morning Verse 1: I woke up today with a heavy weight in my heart Knowing how much this world needs the bright morning star Times have been so difficult for so many out there Hope I find a way to let ‘em know I care Chorus: There’s a brand new morning each and every day There’s a brand new chance to let faith lead the way A chance to show each other that we too can rise above A chance to fill the hours up with kindness and with love Verse 2: Days will fall upon us filled with struggle and with strife We must remember they are followed by new life When your faced with darkness don’t you let go of your hope Magic seems to find us at the end of every road Chorus: There’s a brand new morning each and every day There’s a brand new chance to let faith lead the way A chance to show each other that we too can rise above A chance to fill the hours up with kindness and with love Bridge With each rising sun, we have the chance to shine To chase our newfound dreams, become our own first prize Chorus There’s a brand new morning each and every day There’s a brand new chance to let faith lead the way A chance to show each other that we too can rise above A chance to fill the hours up with kindness and with love
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A Little Light Behind VERSE 1: I’ve seen it all and I’ve done more Blessed to do what it is I was put here for Despite the odds I keep my faith Still believe this world can be a loving place CHORUS 1: I hope if I meet you on life’s road along the way I bring to you a smile and I brighten up your day Darkness tries to get the best of all of us sometimes I just hope wherever I go I leave a little light behind VERSE 2: Your heart it holds the answers there An open mind can take you anywhere When you feel lost just close your eyes And know that everything you need lives right inside CHORUS 2: I hope if I meet you on life’s road along the way I bring to you a smile and I brighten up your day Darkness tries to get the best of all of us sometimes I just hope wherever I go I leave a little light behind BRIDGE: Oh it’s not always easy to believe in who we are I’m here to remind you you can be a shining star CHORUS 3: I hope if I meet you on life’s road along the way I bring you a smile and I brighten up your day Darkness tries to get the best of all of us sometimes I just hope wherever I go I leave a little light behind
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Watching Over Me Verse 1: Through love and pain, storms and rain I've always been so blessed I shudder to think what might have been When I was in such a mess I didn't know which way to turn But he shined a light on my path Through all of life's trials Through the tears and the smiles God was watching over me. Chorus: Though at times I was weak And the future seemed bleak God was watching over me There were times when I thought, I was lost But he held me so tenderly Oh he tells me my child Your time's not come And he keeps me safe from all harm My sins he forgives and then he forgets While he's watching over me Verse 2: I came to this place through amazing grace Now I’m free from sin and pain His angel walks beside me And he guides me each step of my way I find peace in humble chores And He helps me every day When time is no more And I stand on heaven’s shore He’ll still be watching over me Chorus: Though at times I was weak And the future seemed bleak God was watching over me There were times when I thought, I was lost But he held me so tenderly Oh he tells me my child Your time's not come And he keeps me safe from all harm My sins he forgives and then he forgets While he's watching over me Outtro: My sins he forgives and then he forgets while he's watching over me
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Simple Life Lyric Writers: Albert Compton/Michael Nichols V 1: Whispers of the pines in the Georgia heat, A simple life, oh it tastes so sweet. Rocking chairs and sweet iced tea, Memories flow like a gentle stream Chorus: Life’s a song, sung in simple truth, In every note, echoes of my youth The heart of the country beats strong and clear, In every line, That I hear V 2: Dusty roads under a cobalt sky, The sun sets low, and the moon rises high Family ties that never break, Roots run deep, in my life always Chorus: Life’s a song, sung in simple truth, In every note, echoes of my youth The heart of the country beats strong and clear, In every line, That I hear Bridge: Through the trials, through the joy, Life’s a melody, not just noise. In the chorus of the night, we find our way, Singing songs of the heart, come what may Chorus: Life’s a song, sung in simple truth, In every note, echoes of my youth The heart of the country beats strong and clear, In every line, That I hear Outro: In every line, that I hear ©2024 A. Compton/M. Nichols
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My Country's Always Classic Lyric Verse 1: Well I know times are different now And they have been for a while I'm told I need to adjust And modernize my style But tradition makes me who I am It never leaves my grip I play my George Jones records Pour some sweet tea, take a sip Chorus: Oh, my hat was made in Texas And the same goes for my boots And I was raised in Georgia From a long line of down home roots While new trends whirl around me I stand firm on solid ground My country's always classic And it's coming back around Verse 2: Yes I know there’s room for change And I Don't fault those who decide To roll along and follow The direction of the tide But I know just who I am Who I’ve been and who I’ll be A simple man with simple plans Filled with faith and family Chorus Oh, my hat was made in Texas And the same goes for my boots And I was raised in Georgia Come from years of down home roots While new trends whirl around me I stand firm on solid ground My country's always classic And it's coming back around Fiddle Instr. Repeat Chorus Outro Yeah my country's always classic And it's coming back around
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Verse 1 In the valley of shadows, where doubt resides, I feel the whispers that stir inside. But with truth as my shield and Christ as my guide, I'll stand firm in His life, with arms open wide. Chorus Not today Satan, I won't fall prey, To the lies and the fears that you throw my way. With the strength of the Spirit and love that won't fray, I'll declare in the battle, "Not Today, not today." Verse 2 When the road gets rough, and the storm clouds form, And I find myself weary and worn. I'll call on the One who calmed the sea, To the mighty God Jehova who's living in me. Chorus Not today Satan, I won't fall prey, To the lies and the fears that you throw my way. With the strength of the Spirit and love that won't fray, I'll declare in the battle, "Not Today, not today." Chorus 2 Not today Satan, I won't fall prey, To the lies and the fears that you throw my way. All strength from the Spirit, and God’s full armor displayed, I'll declare in the battle, "Not Today" Bridge For every heartache, for every tear, There's a promise that God is always near. No darkness can linger, where His light shines, So I'll stand up and shout, leaving fears behind. Chorus Not today Satan, I won't fall prey, To the lies and the fears that you throw my way. With the strength of the Spirit and love that won't fray, I'll declare in the battle, "Not Today, not today." Outro So I'll march on with courage, no turning back, With my eyes fixed on Jesus, I'll stay on track. For the victory's certain, the end is in sight, Singing "Not Today Satan," I'll fight the good fight. Not today Satan, Not Today Not today Satan, Hear what I say Not Today Satan, Not today
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Throwin Stones V1 I was tired of her crazy So I told her goodbye And I met a gentle lady That really eased my mind I was hanging with my new love On a sultry Friday night When suddenly that ex showed up And she was looking for a fight CH She's throwin stones at my house She keeps a cussing me out She wants the neighbors to hear All my faults loud and clear She's throwin stones at my house V2 The red flags had been flying From the very start I didn't see this coming Never meant to break her heart Now we're dodging and ducking Ain't no time for debate Cause her aim is getting better At a most alarming rate CH2 She's throwin stones at my house She keeps a cussing me out She wants the neighbors to hear All my faults loud and clear She's throwin stones at my house BRIDGE I guess I shoulda known better Shoulda canceled the first date Now I’m hiding in the attic And the police are on their way CH3 She's throwin stones at my house She keeps a cussing me out She wants the neighbors to hear All my faults loud and clear She's throwin stones at my house Repeat Chorus Instrumental Outro ©2024 Michael D Nichols, nicholsm314@gmail.com, 931-250-9273 Janet L Devers, janetldevers@gmail.com, 571-263-9941
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Wine and Roses Verse 1 As she walked down the aisle In satin and white lace She saw the sweetest smile Come across his face ­­ He took out the diamond ring Slipped it on her trembling hand He was her noble king She was the happiest girl in the land Chorus Back then it was wine and roses They smiled for wedding poses Their own little heaven on earth Thinking they could never be hurt It was all wine and roses Verse 2 Now they try to say I love you But the words just won't come Their tears tell the bitter truth Their hearts are on the run But he’s still her one and only She’s not ready for it to end She wishes he’d kiss her slowly And light that fire once again Chorus Back then it was wine and roses They smiled for wedding poses Their own little heaven on earth Thinking they could never be hurt It was all wine and roses Verse 3 Time has a way of changing minds They may have grown apart But they could never deny The love that’s in their hearts One year down the road They’re together still Their love has only grown With every trial and thrill Chorus Back then it was wine and roses They smiled for wedding poses Their own little heaven on earth Thinking they could never be hurt It was all wine and roses ©2024 Michael D. Nichols, PRO: BMI, IPI#: 01172299149, email: nicholsm314@gmail.com, phone: 931-250-9273, Catherine Rose, PRO: BMI, IPI#550790264 Email: cathy.rose54@gmail.com 630-965-4711
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Be Who I Want To Be [intro] [Verse] If I could change the things I’ve done Would I work less and have more fun Would I go down a different path And live the life I wish I had Every move I choose to make Will be a gamble that I take I may stumble I may fall But at least I’ll make the call [Chorus] It’s never too late to be Who I want to be Create my own destiny Never doubt my ability I can be who I want to be. [instrumental] [Verse] Life’s too short to reminisce About the things we might’ve missed So I’ll leave the past where it belongs Pack my bags and move along Sometimes life gets in the way Of the dreams and plans we made But that is no excuse to quit Days like this require grit With faith and courage as my guide Won’t keep my voice locked up inside Gotta’ give it my best shot It might be the last chance I’ve got [Chorus] It’s never too late to be Who I want to be Create my own destiny Never doubt my ability I can be who I want to be. [instrumental] [Bridge] It’s not where we end up that makes us who we are It’s the roads we’ve traveled that brought us this far (chorus] It’s never too late to be Who I want to be Create my own destiny Never doubt my ability I can be who I want to be. [outro] Catherine Rose BMI#550790264 cathy.rose54@gmail.com 630-965-4711 Michael D. Nichols, BMI, IPI# 01172299149, nicholsm314@gmail.com 931-250-9273
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Be Who I Want To Be [intro] [Verse] If I could change the things I’ve done Would I work less and have more fun Would I go down a different path And live the life I wish I had Every move I choose to make Will be a gamble that I take I may stumble I may fall But at least I’ll make the call [Chorus] It’s never too late to be Who I want to be Create my own destiny Never doubt my ability I can be who I want to be. [instrumental] [Verse] Life’s too short to reminisce About the things we might’ve missed So I’ll leave the past where it belongs Pack my bags and move along Sometimes life gets in the way Of the dreams and plans we made But that is no excuse to quit Days like this require grit With faith and courage as my guide Won’t keep my voice locked up inside Gotta’ give it my best shot It might be the last chance I’ve got [Chorus] It’s never too late to be Who I want to be Create my own destiny Never doubt my ability I can be who I want to be. [instrumental] [Bridge] It’s not where we end up that makes us who we are It’s the roads we’ve traveled that brought us this far (chorus] It’s never too late to be Who I want to be Create my own destiny Never doubt my ability I can be who I want to be. [outro] Catherine Rose BMI#550790264 cathy.rose54@gmail.com 630-965-4711 Michael D. Nichols, BMI, IPI# 01172299149, nicholsm314@gmail.com 931-25
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Lights of Knoxville VERSE 1: Well I drive this eighteen wheeler On these highways all alone Out here the time passes much too slow Deep in my heart I feel her She's the one I love the most And when I see the lights of Knoxville I know I'm getting close CHORUS: Yeah when I see the lights of Knoxville I hear her voice in the engine's drone I know she'll be waiting for me Tomorrow I won't be alone I can't wait to kiss her And tell her how I've missed her As the lights shine over Knoxville Lighting my way back home VERSE 2: Tonight I'll stop and buy a gift Before I hit that interstate The road's temptations I know I can resist Cause I'm just here to haul the freight Pick up my pay and head for home I can hear those lights of Knoxville Whisper son, you've been gone too long CHORUS 2: When I see the lights of Knoxville I hear her voice in the engine's drone I know she'll be waiting for me Tomorrow I won't be alone Lord I can't wait to kiss her And tell her how I've missed her As the lights shine over Knoxville Lighting my way back home BRIDGE: The little things she does Mean the world to me It's not easy being a trucker’s wife She's my angel loyal and true END CHORUS: When I see the lights of Knoxville I hear her voice in the engine's drone I know she'll be waiting for me Tomorrow I won't be alone I can't wait to kiss her And tell her how I've missed her As the lights shine over Knoxville Lighting my way back home OUTRO: (Slow) When the night turns into day Darlin’... I'll be coming home to stay
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Be Who You Want To Be Instrumental Intro Verse If you could change the things you’ve done Would you work less and have more fun Would you go down a different path And live the life you wish you had Every move you choose to make Is a gamble that you take You may stumble you may fall But only you can make the call Chorus Be who you want to be Create your own destiny Never doubt your ability Be who you want to be. instrumental Verse Life’s too short to reminisce About the things you might have missed Leave the past where it belongs Pack your bags and move along Let your spirit be your guide Don’t keep your voice locked up inside Always give it your best shot It may be the last chance you’ve got Chorus Be who you want to be Create your own destiny Never doubt your ability Be who you want to be. Instrumental Bridge It’s not where you end up that makes you who you are It’s the road you’ve traveled that has brought you this far Chorus Be who you want to be Create your own destiny Never doubt your ability Be who you want to be. Instrumental outro
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Slice of Heaven [Verse 1] The rooster's crow wakes me at dawn I grab my boots and pull em on Feed the cows bale the hay I find comfort in this simple way There's a hole in the old barn roof The tractor needs fixin too Got to hustle there's corn to shuck Time to call up cousin Chuck [Chorus] I may drive an old pickup truck Work real hard & pray I don't run outta luck I don't need earthly possessions This is my little slice of heaven [Instrumental [Verse 2] Well I like hittin them fishin holes Cooler full of beer and an old dirt road Cool breeze blowin across my face Feel so blessed here in this place Oh the city life just ain't for me I'm a country boy from Tennessee Friends and kinfolks always there To lend a hand when life's been unfair [Chorus] I may drive an old pickup truck Work real hard & pray I don't run outta luck I don't need earthly possessions Cause this is my little slice of heaven [Instrumental] [Bridge] Rough hands find a soft embrace Put a smile on any man's face Love and grit, live in this place Yeaaaaah; love and grit live in this place [Verse 3] My woman rubs my back at night Her tender lovin makes everything alright I give thanks each and every day That I get to live my life this way [Chorus] I'll drive that old pickup truck Work real hard & pray I don't run outta luck I don't need earthly possessions Cause this is my little slice of heaven [Outro] Yeaaaahhh; this ain't just a piece of land It's my own little slice of heaven © Michael D. Nichols, nicholsm314@gmail.com
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Verse 1 Each night I walk thru the door Just like the night before I find a place to sit down And I order my first round I notice other folks in here Seems like they're all doin fine Old man's nursing his beer The young couple over there Are sippin on a glass of wine Chorus But here I sit a broken man in this whiskey wonderland I don't even hear the band no ma'am I don't wanna dance My heart's had all it can stand she left me for another man I got no reason to go home so I'll just sit here all alone in this whiskey wonderland Verse 2 Then suddenly she appeared like an angel from the mist She walked over to me And my lips she gently kissed She said I apologize For I know your love was true Can you ever forgive me Oh darlin can't you see I'm so in love with you Chorus Now here I sit a happy man In this whiskey wonderland I want to tip the band And oh yes I wanna dance. My lady's back with me again She never loved that other man I got good reason to go home But first I'll dance with my true love In this Whiskey Wonderland
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Late Bloomer [Verse 1] Started a family in my thirties Went to college in my forties Tried online dating in my fifties Wrote my first song in my sixties Sometimes life gets in the way Things don't always fall into place Just the way you want them to But I never let it make me blue [Chorus] Don't care how long it takes What counts is I’m still tryin’ Yeah I know I shoulda done it sooner But I’m livin life on my own terms I've always known I was a late bloomer [Instrumental turnaround] [Verse 2] There are reasons I waited so long To go and write this little song I took some detours back in the day But never let my dreams fade away I keep pushing forward, taking chances In spite of the circumstances Finances, brief glances, advances, Sometimes finding new romances [Chorus] Doesn’t matter how long it takes What counts is I’m still tryin’ Yeah I know I shoulda done it sooner But I’m livin life on my own terms I've always known I was a late bloomer [Fiddle Lead] [Bridge] They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks But I’m still learning at 66 [Chorus] Doesn’t matter how long it takes What counts is I’m still tryin’ Yeah I know I shoulda done it sooner But I’m livin life on my own terms I've always known I was a late bloomer [Instrumental outro] ©2025, Michael D Nichols, nicholsm314@gmail.com Nancy Probst, nancyprobst920@gmail.com
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Caravan By: Katherine Archer, Michael D. Nichols and JC Sullivan V1: Got a brand new Caddy but it took a while Years of heartfelt work, now there’s an open road for miles Started singing but I wanted a harmony Filled my tank with friendship, now they’re singing along with me CH Make your life a caravan Bring others with you Whenever you can Appreciate and elevate Help everyone to thrive When you drive Your caravan V2 Got a lotta advice, but I trust my soul My imagination, leads me where I want to go A little girl with curiosity Seeking, drinking knowledge like sweet ice tea CH Make your life a caravan Bring others with you Whenever you can Appreciate and elevate Help everyone to thrive When you drive Your caravan BR I’ve learned it’s easy to go anywhere Open a book in your favorite armchair CH And dream your life a caravan Bring others with you Whenever you can Appreciate and elevate Help everyone to thrive When you drive Your caravan Outro Your caravan, your caravan, your caravaaan.
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A Girl Like You Writer: Mike D. Nichols Key E [Intro - Instrumental] [Verse 1] I know I’m not the kind of guy Who’d ever catch your eye, When you lie awake at night I'd never cross your mind I heard you came to town From not so far away They said that man put you down Every single day well hey [Chorus] I am not a rich boy I come from humble means I ain't no pretty boy But I look ok in jeans And I won’t keep you twisting Like them bad boys always do I'm just a simple cowboy Lookin for a girl like you [Instrumental Turnaround] [Verse 2] Before we met that day at church We never spoke a word I held the door when you ran Back inside to grab your purse I knew that your “thank you” And your smile were genuine And I've been waiting ever since To look you in the eye; and say [Chorus] I am not a rich boy I come from humble means And I ain't no pretty boy But I look ok in jeans I won’t keep you twisting Like the bad boys always do I'm just a simple cowboy Lookin for a for a girl like you [Instrumental] [Bridge] My head says this is crazy But my heart says otherwise Could it be that someday This sweet gal will be my bride [Instrumental] [Chorus 3] Well ya know I'm not a rich boy I come from humble means And I ain't no pretty boy But I look ok in jeans I won’t keep you twisting Like the bad boys always do I'm just a simple cowboy Lookin for a for a girl like you Outro I'm just a homegrown, down home country boy Looking for a for a girl like you ©2024 Michael D. Nichols, nicholsm314@gmail.com *Lyrics and musical composition are mine. All Vocals and instrumentation provided by Suno.com to my composition. Chord structure is E, A, B with F#m as the relative minor chord.*
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My Everything Writer/Composer: Michael D Nichols Key: A - relative minor B Suno Prompts: Classic Country, Mid-Tempo, Male Baritone Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Bass Guitar, Steel Guitar, Drums. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [Instrumental Intro - 2 bars] [Verse 1] I'm gonna hold you a little closer when we kiss Take you to a peaceful world of romantic bliss My life is so much sweeter with you by my side There's nowhere else I'd rather be than with you tonight [Chorus] I will show you just how special you are to me I want to be there when all your dreams come true You're the reason for my smile, with the joy that you bring Not just another woman, your my everything [Instrumental Turnaround] [Verse 2] I will always let you know you're good enough I won't walk out on you when the going gets rough I am yours my darlin all the way til the end You're my partner, my lover, my very best friend [Bridge] You always lift me up when I'm feelin down Your touch makes me happy when I'm wearin a frown [Instrumental] [Chorus] I will show you just how special you are to me I want to be there when all your dreams come true You're the reason for my smile, with the joy that you bring Not just another woman, you're my everything [Instrumental Outro] ©2025
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Late Bloomer Key C [Verse 1] Started a family in my thirties Went to college in my forties Tried online dating in my fifties Wrote my first song in my sixties Sometimes life gets in the way Things don't always fall into place Just the way you want them to But I never let it make me blue [Chorus] Doesn't matter how long it takes What counts is I’m still tryin’ I know I shoulda done it sooner But I’m livin life on my own terms Yeah I've always known I was a late bloomer [Instrumental turnaround] [Verse 2] There are reasons I waited so long To go and write this little song I took some detours back in the day But never let my dreams fade away I keep pushing forward, taking chances In spite of the circumstances Finances, brief glances, advances, Sometimes finding new romances [Chorus] Doesn’t matter how long it takes What counts is I’m still tryin’ I know I shoulda done it sooner But I’m livin life on my own terms Yeah I've always known I was a late bloomer [Bridge] They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks But I’m still learning at 66 [Chorus] Doesn’t matter how long it takes What counts is I’m still tryin’ I know I shoulda done it sooner But I’m livin life on my own terms Oh I've always known I was a late bloomer [Instrumental outro] ©2025, Michael D Nichols, nicholsm314@gmail.com Nancy Probst, nancyprobst920@gmail.com
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Title: Country Class Key: F# V1 The job was done the hay was baled So I headed down to the Rusty Nail When I pulled into the parking lot I noticed she was in my spot She drove an old beat up truck In the bed lay a five point buck Bits of straw hung from her shirt Didn't take long for me to flirt CH Cause she’s a homegrown country girl With small town charm and southern sass She put my head all in a whirl The way she shook that country // Class Verse 2 We talked a while it was gettin late So I asked her out on a date She climbed up into my old Ford I hit the gas, the engine roared We loaded our guns out on the range That's when I noticed something strange With steady hands and an eagle eye She hit that bullseye every time Bridge 1 (SPOKEN) Needless to say I kept my hands north of the border Uh huh; - y'all fellers know what I'm talkin about CH Oh I want that homegrown country girl With small town charm and southern sass She puts my head all in a whirl The way she shakes that country // Class Bridge 2 (Sang) We had a lot of fun that day That night we made love in the hay CH Well I married that homegrown country girl With small town charm and southern sass She puts my head all in a whirl The way she shakes that country // Class Outro Yeah my homegrown, down home, small town girl Still puts my head all in a whirl The way she shakes that country // Class ©2024 Michael D Nichols, BMI, IPI# 01172299149, nicholsm314@gmail.com Catherine Rose BMI #550790264 cathy.rose54@gmail.com
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