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lyrics

Out on the eastern shore, running up and down the dunes
He lost all track of time like any child should
Glancing eastward, in no rush to get on home
Back to the confines of their cabin by the woods

Down at the schoolyard, trying to make his weekend plans
Hoping to have a sleepover with one of his good friends
He didn’t see it coming, an’ it hit him like a truck
His friend said, “I'm not allowed cause your parents are drunks.”

Why would anyone, if his son asked for bread,
give him rocks instead?
If only he had known how far he’d go

He would ride upon the highways
All the way from coast to coast
Right into the headwinds and always stay the course
For the thirsty children who don't have it so good
Ride on till the water flowed

Out at the neighbours, safe away from home
Tubing down the river, lost in another world

Out in the pasture, taking care of Little Guy
The gelding he bought full of pride on his own dime
Toothless and ailing, he was the joke of the neighbourhood
He nursed that horse back to health with lots of love and attaboys

All the burdens would’ve left him for lame,
but for amazing grace
How sweet the sound of Michael on the road

He would ride upon the highways
All the way from coast to coast
Right into the headwinds and always stay the course
Cause home was where the harm was
No shelter from the storm
Ride on till the water flows

He would ride upon the highways
All the way from coast to coast
Right into the headwinds and always stay the course
Cause home was where the harm was
No shelter from the storm
Ride on till the water flows
Ride on till the water flows
Ride on till the water flows

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from The Rhythm of the Earth, released January 1, 2022

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Michael Jantzen Abbotsford, British Columbia

Fraser Valley recording artist, Michael Jantzen, carves out his own space between folk and country. He has a gift for weaving introspection into poetic narrative and stick-in-your head melodies.

Combining his nuanced baritone and delicate guitar playing, he creates a distinct brand of roots music inlaid with rich imagery and personal stories.
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