For the widows in paradise, for the fatherless in Ypsilanti

November 20, 2008 by · 2 Comments

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  • Jana

    This is easily my favorite song of his. If you listen to the lyrics you can even get a spiritual meaning out of it.

  • The Clarks

    Lyrics to For The Widows In Paradise; For The Fatherless In Ypsilanti :
    I have called you children, I have called you son.
    What is there to answer if I’m the only one?
    Morning comes in Paradise, morning comes in light.
    Still I must obey, still I must invite.
    If there’s anything to say, if there’s anything to do,
    If there’s any other way, I’ll do anything for you.

    I was dressed embarrassment.
    I was dressed in wine.
    If you had a part of me, will you take you’re time?
    Even if I come back, even if I die
    Is there some idea to replace my life?
    Like a father to impress;
    Like a mother’s mourning dress,
    If you ever make a mess, I’ll do anything for you

    I have called you preacher; I have called you son.
    If you have a father or if you haven’t one,
    I’ll do anything for you. I did everything for you