New talented songwriter - lyricist only - copyrights secured

Verse 1
Relaxin' on a hammock not meant for two,
But I'll find a little space and make room for you,
Chillin' on a Sunday with a magazine,
A bottle of wine and some fine cuisine.
Verse 2
Our busy days never seem to stand still,
Need to make time to unwind and chill,
Take a ride with the top down and cruise to the lake,
And let the good times drift back into our wake.
Chorus
Chillin' together, so sweet and poetic,
Like cosmic forces our vibe is magnetic,
We can enjoy the silence or deep conversation,
The thrill of the chill is a mellow foundation!
Verse 3
Takin' a pause to inhale the fresh air,
Moments like this are beyond compare,
Time for reflection, time to meditate,
Drift in your orbit and let fate navigate.
Chorus
Chillin' together, so sweet and poetic,
Like cosmic forces our vibe is magnetic,
We can enjoy the silence or deep conversation,
The thrill of the chill is a mellow foundation!
Outro
No need to hurry, no hesitation,
Just follow your heart in joyful elation.
Livin' and lovin' in appreciation,
The thrill of the chill is a mellow foundation.

Verse 1
Clocks go back to reverse an hour, night rolls in with a gentle power. Evenin' upon us for a moonlit stroll, as lamplights glow to soothe the soul.
Verse 2
Hot apple wine with a cinnamon stick, smooth dark chocolate to do the trick, jazz instrumental on the stereo, takin' us places only dreamers know.
Verse 3
Outside the window, the autumn rain falls, shadows dancin' on the hallway wall, Storm is hummin' a sweet lullaby, while neon reflections are paintin' the sky.
Chorus
Let's cherish the evenin' and savor the night, sway to the sax 'til the groovin' midnight. Escape our worries and just let 'em go and ride off to places only dreamers know.
Outro
Moonlight lingerin', no need to rush, every little moment wrapped in a hush. The music may fade, but the feelin' won't slow, we’ll carry those places only dreamers know.

Verse 1 Midnight headcount, sirens start to moan,
Dereks’ MIA, busted out on his own.
Wardens got the ammo, guards got the hounds,
But he crossed county lines before they gained any ground.
Verse 2 Derek was feelin’ froggy and ready to leap,
APBs flyin’ and he’s in trouble deep!
Got a 10-year bit robbin’ that liquor store,
Shot a bottle of bourbon and flew out the door!
CHORUS: Where was he headed with that devilish grin,
Off the radar for the trouble he’s in!
A foolish mistake to sell the devil his soul,
Six months from freedom and losin’ control!
Verse 3: Hot wired a pickup, hid the stolen bike,
Kicked dirt up on backroads ‘fore he hit the turnpike,
Took cover in the back of an abandoned saloon,
Knowin’ state troopers would be tracking him soon!
OUTRO: The devil keeps score when the whiskey runs thin,
Luck runs out and the law rolls in,
Crime, time and devilish grins,
Thought he’d outrun trouble, but the law always wins!

Verse 1
Relaxin' on a hammock not meant for two,
But I'll find a little space and make room for you,
Chillin' on a Sunday with a magazine,
A bottle of wine and some fine cuisine.
Verse 2
Our busy days never seem to stand still,
Need to make time to unwind and chill,
Take a ride with the top down and cruise to the lake,
And let the good times drift back into our wake.
Chorus
Chillin' together, so sweet and poetic,
Like cosmic forces our vibe is magnetic,
We can enjoy the silence or deep conversation,
The thrill of the chill is a mellow foundation!
Verse 3
Takin' a pause to inhale the fresh air,
Moments like this are beyond compare,
Time for reflection, time to meditate,
Drift in your orbit and let fate navigate.
Chorus
Chillin' together, so sweet and poetic,
Like cosmic forces our vibe is magnetic,
We can enjoy the silence or deep conversation,
The thrill of the chill is a mellow foundation!
Outro
No need to hurry, no hesitation,
Just follow your heart in joyful elation.
Livin' and lovin' in appreciation,
The thrill of the chill is a mellow foundation.

Verse 1
Clocks go back to reverse an hour, night rolls in with a gentle power. Evenin' upon us for a moonlit stroll, as lamplights glow to soothe the soul.
Verse 2
Hot apple wine with a cinnamon stick, smooth dark chocolate to do the trick, jazz instrumental on the stereo, takin' us places only dreamers know.
Verse 3
Outside the window, the autumn rain falls, shadows dancin' on the hallway wall, Storm is hummin' a sweet lullaby, while neon reflections are paintin' the sky.
Chorus
Let's cherish the evenin' and savor the night, sway to the sax 'til the groovin' midnight. Escape our worries and just let 'em go and ride off to places only dreamers know.
Outro
Moonlight lingerin', no need to rush, every little moment wrapped in a hush. The music may fade, but the feelin' won't slow, we’ll carry those places only dreamers know.

Verse 1 Midnight headcount, sirens start to moan,
Dereks’ MIA, busted out on his own.
Wardens got the ammo, guards got the hounds,
But he crossed county lines before they gained any ground.
Verse 2 Derek was feelin’ froggy and ready to leap,
APBs flyin’ and he’s in trouble deep!
Got a 10-year bit robbin’ that liquor store,
Shot a bottle of bourbon and flew out the door!
CHORUS: Where was he headed with that devilish grin,
Off the radar for the trouble he’s in!
A foolish mistake to sell the devil his soul,
Six months from freedom and losin’ control!
Verse 3: Hot wired a pickup, hid the stolen bike,
Kicked dirt up on backroads ‘fore he hit the turnpike,
Took cover in the back of an abandoned saloon,
Knowin’ state troopers would be tracking him soon!
OUTRO: The devil keeps score when the whiskey runs thin,
Luck runs out and the law rolls in,
Crime, time and devilish grins,
Thought he’d outrun trouble, but the law always wins!

Verse 1
Got her eye on him, got his eye on her,
both off limits with no pot to stir,
got him intrigued, curiosity's piqued,
makes her heart stop and her knees weak!
Verse 2
Conversation's fun, and laughs harmonic,
no lines crossed past the point of platonic,
stay clear of the guardrail and away from the ledge,
stay in your lane and don't live on the edge!
Chorus
There may be hot chemistry, may be temptation,
but to order eye candy is a sticky situation.
When you crave what's not up for selection,
you'll hit that guardrail and lose your direction!
Verse 3
Don't search for other luggage at the baggage claim,
the carousel's filled with puddles of blame,
don't throw the car in reverse and challenge fate,
drama and hurt leave heartache and hate.
Outro
Just some sparks of harmless flirtation,
a wink and a smile, and fun conversation,
between the guardrails, and away from the chase,
keepin' it simple and handlin' with grace...

Verse 1
Throw your pals in that muscle car and lock that door,
The genuine are priceless, don't need any more.
You got the real friends, who are right by your side,
Trash the others just lookin' for a free ride!
Verse 2
Ya' make a new friend thinkin' they can be trusted,
'Til ego took over and the friendship was busted.
Smiles were fake and their compassion phony,
At the end of the day, full of themselves and baloney!
Verse 3
Our highway is endless, no drama or guessin',
But the slitherin' snakes would never stop messin'.
They call for favors, not to say hello,
Got nothin' in common with their one-man show!
Chorus
We laugh 'til it hurts, got shoulders for cryin',
We'll hit this road together, inner circle ain't dyin'.
To look for a sequel can never compare,
Bless her ego-driven heart, she ain't even aware
Outro: Chrome shines bright in the settin' sun,
Good friends ridin', yeah we've already won.
That rearview mirror's got nothin' to show,
Those bridges burned many miles ago.
Turn off them wipers, those storms done passed,
Lessons learned, they got no class.
They burned good friends while they chased their pride,
Now they're lost in the dust on the other side!
I've chosen true loyalty over foolish pride,
My inner circle is my Freedom Ride.

Verse 1
Head in the clouds, plant your feet on the ground,
Enjoy the silence, it's a mind-blowing sound ,
Pedal to metal and the freeway is yours to explore...
Verse 2
Hands on the wheel, got a goal in mind,
Your destination is one of a kind,
Get outta my way, ain't goin' back where I've been to before!
Chorus
Jump in the car and start the ignition,
Dodging the detours and competition,
You're workin' Plan A, and there's no Plan B,
You gotta rev it up to the highest degree!
Verse 3
Your head is spinnin' like radial tires,
Chasin' new roads and puttin' out fires,
You're on a roll, there's no stoppin' you now,
Dodging collisions, but you'll thrive somehow!
Outro
Driven to the point of no return,
Driven and this engine's ready to burn,
Every setback's fuel for a greater height,
Driven to the Limit, never give up that fight!

Verse 1
You wanted out, then wanted in,
Playin' games you'd never win.
Prowlin' circles then dialin' back,
You're in command or claws retract.
Verse 2
She did a double take, he made her jaw drop,
Went full speed ahead, then screeched to a stop.
Would get too close, cross a boundary line,
Then change his course like he changed his mind.
Chorus
Nine lives and alibis, it's an exhaustin' game,
Clean the board if you wanna clear your name.
Keep pushin' your luck till you're all alone,
Sinkin' in litter in your ego zone.
Verse 3
The cat is mellow 'til it's ready to pounce,
Expected a kilo but you got an ounce.
The mouse had a chance to leave the feline behind,
But a cat with nine lives never learns the signs.
Outro
Nine lives and alibis, you keep playin' the game,
Chasin' every mouse but rememberin' no names.
Claws may be sharp when you do what you please,
But this mouse is leaving town and taking the cheese!

Verse 1
Teenage memories, still vivid and true,
I'd cut those classes just to be around you,
That varsity jacket stood out in the crowd,
I'd freeze in your presence while walkin' on a cloud.
Verse 2
Reserved and mysterious, never played the clown,
Wanted to wear your jacket, walk hand in hand through town,
Tried so hard to talk to you when we passed by in the hall,
But my voice would stall out and crash into a wall.
Chorus
No chances to study or cram with you for a test,
Found me a date for the prom that was far from the best,
You never showed up with any girl on your arm,
That quiet kind of mystery added to your charm.
Verse 3
School had ended, my last chance to shine,
I handed you my yearbook and asked you to sign,
One final hello as graduation rose above,
You wished me good luck, and signed it with love.
Outro
Where did you drive to on this highway of fate?
Always wanted to know you, always was too late,
I hope you're somewhere happy, and your dreams all came true,
That yearbook still brings me back to you.

Verse 1
Relaxin' on a hammock not meant for two,
But I'll find a little space and make room for you,
Chillin' on a Sunday with a magazine,
A bottle of wine and some fine cuisine.
Verse 2
Our busy days never seem to stand still,
Need to make time to unwind and chill,
Take a ride with the top down and cruise to the lake,
And let the good times drift back into our wake.
Chorus
Chillin' together, so sweet and poetic,
Like cosmic forces our vibe is magnetic,
We can enjoy the silence or deep conversation,
The thrill of the chill is a mellow foundation!
Verse 3
Takin' a pause to inhale the fresh air,
Moments like this are beyond compare,
Time for reflection, time to meditate,
Drift in your orbit and let fate navigate.
Chorus
Chillin' together, so sweet and poetic,
Like cosmic forces our vibe is magnetic,
We can enjoy the silence or deep conversation,
The thrill of the chill is a mellow foundation!
Outro
No need to hurry, no hesitation,
Just follow your heart in joyful elation.
Livin' and lovin' in appreciation,
The thrill of the chill is a mellow foundation.

Verse 1
Clocks go back to reverse an hour, night rolls in with a gentle power. Evenin' upon us for a moonlit stroll, as lamplights glow to soothe the soul.
Verse 2
Hot apple wine with a cinnamon stick, smooth dark chocolate to do the trick, jazz instrumental on the stereo, takin' us places only dreamers know.
Verse 3
Outside the window, the autumn rain falls, shadows dancin' on the hallway wall, Storm is hummin' a sweet lullaby, while neon reflections are paintin' the sky.
Chorus
Let's cherish the evenin' and savor the night, sway to the sax 'til the groovin' midnight. Escape our worries and just let 'em go and ride off to places only dreamers know.
Outro
Moonlight lingerin', no need to rush, every little moment wrapped in a hush. The music may fade, but the feelin' won't slow, we’ll carry those places only dreamers know.

Verse 1 Midnight headcount, sirens start to moan,
Dereks’ MIA, busted out on his own.
Wardens got the ammo, guards got the hounds,
But he crossed county lines before they gained any ground.
Verse 2 Derek was feelin’ froggy and ready to leap,
APBs flyin’ and he’s in trouble deep!
Got a 10-year bit robbin’ that liquor store,
Shot a bottle of bourbon and flew out the door!
CHORUS: Where was he headed with that devilish grin,
Off the radar for the trouble he’s in!
A foolish mistake to sell the devil his soul,
Six months from freedom and losin’ control!
Verse 3: Hot wired a pickup, hid the stolen bike,
Kicked dirt up on backroads ‘fore he hit the turnpike,
Took cover in the back of an abandoned saloon,
Knowin’ state troopers would be tracking him soon!
OUTRO: The devil keeps score when the whiskey runs thin,
Luck runs out and the law rolls in,
Crime, time and devilish grins,
Thought he’d outrun trouble, but the law always wins!

Verse 1
Got her eye on him, got his eye on her,
both off limits with no pot to stir,
got him intrigued, curiosity's piqued,
makes her heart stop and her knees weak!
Verse 2
Conversation's fun, and laughs harmonic,
no lines crossed past the point of platonic,
stay clear of the guardrail and away from the ledge,
stay in your lane and don't live on the edge!
Chorus
There may be hot chemistry, may be temptation,
but to order eye candy is a sticky situation.
When you crave what's not up for selection,
you'll hit that guardrail and lose your direction!
Verse 3
Don't search for other luggage at the baggage claim,
the carousel's filled with puddles of blame,
don't throw the car in reverse and challenge fate,
drama and hurt leave heartache and hate.
Outro
Just some sparks of harmless flirtation,
a wink and a smile, and fun conversation,
between the guardrails, and away from the chase,
keepin' it simple and handlin' with grace...

Verse 1
Throw your pals in that muscle car and lock that door,
The genuine are priceless, don't need any more.
You got the real friends, who are right by your side,
Trash the others just lookin' for a free ride!
Verse 2
Ya' make a new friend thinkin' they can be trusted,
'Til ego took over and the friendship was busted.
Smiles were fake and their compassion phony,
At the end of the day, full of themselves and baloney!
Verse 3
Our highway is endless, no drama or guessin',
But the slitherin' snakes would never stop messin'.
They call for favors, not to say hello,
Got nothin' in common with their one-man show!
Chorus
We laugh 'til it hurts, got shoulders for cryin',
We'll hit this road together, inner circle ain't dyin'.
To look for a sequel can never compare,
Bless her ego-driven heart, she ain't even aware
Outro: Chrome shines bright in the settin' sun,
Good friends ridin', yeah we've already won.
That rearview mirror's got nothin' to show,
Those bridges burned many miles ago.
Turn off them wipers, those storms done passed,
Lessons learned, they got no class.
They burned good friends while they chased their pride,
Now they're lost in the dust on the other side!
I've chosen true loyalty over foolish pride,
My inner circle is my Freedom Ride.

Verse 1
Head in the clouds, plant your feet on the ground,
Enjoy the silence, it's a mind-blowing sound ,
Pedal to metal and the freeway is yours to explore...
Verse 2
Hands on the wheel, got a goal in mind,
Your destination is one of a kind,
Get outta my way, ain't goin' back where I've been to before!
Chorus
Jump in the car and start the ignition,
Dodging the detours and competition,
You're workin' Plan A, and there's no Plan B,
You gotta rev it up to the highest degree!
Verse 3
Your head is spinnin' like radial tires,
Chasin' new roads and puttin' out fires,
You're on a roll, there's no stoppin' you now,
Dodging collisions, but you'll thrive somehow!
Outro
Driven to the point of no return,
Driven and this engine's ready to burn,
Every setback's fuel for a greater height,
Driven to the Limit, never give up that fight!
New talented songwriter - lyricist only - copyrights secured
Retired - storytelling lyricist writing across a variety of genres includes rock/southern rock, R&B, smooth jazz, jazz fusion, contemporary country, pop and ballads. Current gym enthusiast and league bowler. Would love to pair up my interesting, fun, exciting original lyrics with great vocal and instrument talents and bring my writing passion to life!