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The Word

from Secrets of Birds by Hilary Downes

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Everything had to be a game
A game is something you do instead of
Everyone would end up the same
What do you care
You just keep us down here

Is it real what they say of the soul
Is it true that it sticks to the body
If I want to get out of this world
I’ll stay out late ride my bike search for treasure

She had a black hole inside her
Floating and plunging, at the same moment
Hole drilled a tunnel right through her
Was it her parents’ fault
Or was life just difficult

Is it true what they say about growing
You become what you are if you are what you are
If I want to get out of this world
I’ll lie behind clouds, just like the moon does

Couldn’t fight the tide any longer
Even strong swimmers get tired and drown
Needed somewhere to belong
Nevermind where if currents are gentle

Is it real what they say of the heart
If you cut it open, you’d find a word carved there
If I want to get out of this world
May the word in my heart be harmony

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from Secrets of Birds, released January 28, 2017

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Hilary Downes New York

"Secrets of Birds" is Downes' first solo project. She assembles, produces and leads ensembles for weddings, synchronized swimming performances, parties, fundraisers and other events - and brings chamber concerts to New York Methodist Hospital. She believes in rainbows and black holes. ... more

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