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from Survivor's Tale by Les Thomas

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lyrics

I pulled my shoes on quietly
With dawn still several hours away
I saw my chance and ran
Could have died back there
But I had another plan

Must have made five miles before day break
Seemed a worthwhile risk to take
But what could I do?
The only hope I saw
Was just to try and make it through

I could not help but follow you
And I know you scaled these mountains too
But you were miles away
Way out where the road remains unpaved
I was looking out for passing cars
Where the maps are written in the stars
Sometimes weeks can pass without a human sighting

Songlines echo in that place
They help me keep a steady pace
And I thank the ones
Who sang the words that guaranteed our survival

I could not help but follow you
And I know you scaled these mountains too
But you were miles away
Way out where the road remains unpaved

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from Survivor's Tale, released November 9, 2013
Vocals and guitar: Les Thomas; lap acoustic guitar: Jeff Lang

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Les Thomas Melbourne, Australia

Les Thomas is a Melbourne singer-songwriter and storyteller, known for his compelling lyrics, catchy melodies and engaging live performances.

“Les Thomas makes me want to be a better person . . . he’s a bloody good singer-songwriter.”
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"It's people like Les Thomas that keep the origins of folk forefathers alive and true." — Lauren Duiker, The Orange Press ... more

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