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lyrics

In the summer 
That you and I began
I see you naked by the dam
Catching rain drops in your hand
On the surface
The ripples gently chime 
As your body softly shines
It’s a picture in my mind

And I can see you
Something in the way
You hold your pain
Something in the way
You let it rain on you
Something in your words
So plain and true

In the winter
The stem of new life grows
Tiny fingers, tiny toes
Will he have your button nose?

In the shower
You sang Iris Dement
Through the hours of punishment
There was joy in your lament

And I can see you
Something in the way
You hold your pain
Something in the way
You let it rain on you
Something in your words
So plain and true

And I see every mother
Now I see you
I see the kind of strength
I never knew

And I see every woman
Now that I’m listening 
The fathoms far beyond
A simple body glistening 

And I now see you
Something in the way
You hold your pain
Something in the way
You let it rain on you
Something in your words
So plain and true

credits

from Manhood Method Actor, released June 2, 2023
John Flanagan - Vocals, guitar
Maggie Rigby - Backing vocals
Elsie Rigby - Backing vocals

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John Flanagan Thornbury, Australia

From the Cygnet Folk Festival in Tasmania to the Appalachian Mountains of Virginia John Flanagan has won over fans far and wide. Audiences are drawn to the original but timeless melodies and deeply honest lyricism of the song-writing. Combining traditional old-time instrumentation with contemporary sensibilities John creates an alt-folk sound that is old and new at the same time. ... more

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