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Free at Last

by Nych Hansen

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1.
I remember as a kid my life was perfect Those summer days we’d run up to the hills We did everything we could up there together The joy I shared with her is with me still. We stayed up late just playing our Nintendo Jamming out and watching MTV With our silly, non-existent reputations Life was good and we were feeling free. as free as we knew that we could be. (Chorus) But I knew well even back then That one day it would end So I cherished every moment of those days. We both had dreams of running And we knew the split was coming And that’s because our dreams were both the same. Then in my college days I had an angel We kept each other warm those winter nights And when those crazy parties would confuse me She always showed me how to see the light. In the quiet part of town there stood our castle Where we’d watch that lonely train roll on by She held my hand every time it whistled as it rolled below the big old blood red sky. It’s a memory I know will never die. (Chorus) I knew that without her face It woulda' been such a lonely place So I cherished every moment of those days. We both had dreams of running And we saw the split was coming And that’s because our dreams were both the same. So there I was just pulling weeds for pennies And so was she, who kept me going strong Her laughter and her smile made the time fly A day without her was a day too long. So even though her heart is somewhere else now Today I know she’ll always be my friend She always said that I am someone special And that will keep me going to the end. (Chorus) The good times came and went But it was time well spent And I cherished every moment of those days. We all had dreams of running And we saw the split was coming. And that’s because our dreams were all the same. And now I'm running on a memory. Just running on a memory.
2.
AmeriCAN 04:35
I’m from out west, but now I’m home And I could cruise, but I walk the mile And what I love about this country of mine Is here I’m free to make my own style. I doubt the left, but I doubt the right. I’m a singing bird, but neither wing Your politics are always after the fact when our actions decide everything. (Chorus) Now sometimes it is quite a struggle To do what’s right, to be your own man Some people say that I can’t live that way Well, mister, I’m an Ameri-CAN. I’m living light, but I’m no commie I move around, but pay my dues And as the Wall Street frauds are stealing from us I do not sing about the blues (Chorus) In a world that’s so uncertain Day by day’s my only plan Some people say that I can’t live that way Well, mister, I’m an Ameri-CAN. I’ve had long hair, but I’m no hippy I like to run, but I’m no jock I’ve got no use for all those labels in my life Man, I just try to walk the walk. (Chorus) I like to meet all kinds of people But I don’t belong to any clan Some people say that I can’t live that way Well, buster…. I’m here to say I can! 'cause dammit.... I'm an Ameri-CAN That's right. I'm an AmeriCAN. Hey y'all... I'm an AmeriCAN. Yes, I am.
3.
Living life the best I can But time keeps tripping me Privileged now, yet all I trust Is life’s uncertainty. The more I learn The less I know I see the roads But not where they go. (Chorus) Have I spread myself too thin -Just too hungry for it all? My plans that once seemed so clear Have just been rearranged. Drifting through the motions Now that’s my specialty I guess some things never change. Turning on the T.V. And I see what’s called the news The formula's so goddamn stale It should be called the blues. Yet the more we see The more we need So tell me please Where does it lead? (Chorus) Will we reach a higher place Or are we spinning round? Is the problem solved, or in disguise Perhaps just rearranged? Better bombs and phones and cars But nothing comes for free Some things never change. Running down those mysteries That’s what life’s all about But maybe we are better off If we don’t always find out. Searching for the truth inside And searching farther out Even if the answer’s found There’s often room for doubt. So what is pure? It’s tough to find When every token Has two sides. (Chorus) Earth is in a state of flux With quakes and hurricanes Nature never holds that still She's all just rearranged. But this one thing never shifts- That's the spirit of the chase Thank God, that will never change. And the more things seem to change.... the more they stay the same.... like the spirit of the chase.
4.
I say the time is always right to do whatever’s right. There’s time to take a little rest and a time to stand and fight. You stupid politician scum destroy and then you smirk. You talk so much and big and tough but we do all the work. (Chorus) Your foreign wars are just a sign of failed home policy. You’ve got no imagination so you send us overseas. You wear your fancy suits and yet you've got no class. You Chickenhawks, can take your war and blow it straight out your ass!!! Warhawks!! You’re Chickenhawks!! You tell me I should kill for you You’ve really got some nerve. You don’t know what’s out there, man ‘cause YOU refused to serve! The only things you’ve shot in life are poor defenseless ducks. You’re no moral soldier, Dick You’re rollin’ in the bucks. (Chorus) So if I go to jail tonight for speaking out my thoughts At least my soul is free but yours ain’t ‘cause it’s bought. You’re just a low-life pusher who keeps us hooked on gas. You can take that black gold war and blow it straight out your ass!!! Warhawks!! You’re Chickenhawks!! Spare me talk of your crusade God’s not on your side Your faith is twisted beyond words and I’m just horrified. You’re just a rabid turkey with nothing good or new I can’t wait to see my Lord read his rap to you. (Chorus) Though you may not know it yet, you’re the one in Hell. The guilt and filth are on your face Yeah, I can always tell. So get down with your wife and smoke some goddamned grass. or take your war on everything and blow it straight out your ass!! Some will say that I’m a wimp -that all I do is talk. Well, I might be a chicken, man But I ain’t no chickenhawk!
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Sweet Oxygen 02:15
Instrumental
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So you're looking for a man who'll make everything alright- a man who'll give you all you want every single day and night- a man who'll buy you diamonds, and pretty silver rings- a man who serenades you with what every shyster sings. So are you winking at me, or is something in your eye? I've got some things I'd love to share, and honey... I don't lie You want a man's fat wallet, a ball and chain to make you well? Well, honey, I've got your ticket.... a ticket straight to Hell. 'Cause I don't have much money, though I really wish I did. And often I am struggling or I'm lost just like a kid. But I make good on who I am and don't preach what I'm not. I'd rather make friends pulling weeds than live life like a snot. 'Cause friendship is forever but the tangibles don't last. Let's stop and smell the roses now, and let's not eat too fast. But if you diss' these notions and a mansion is your shell, Honey, I've got your ticket.... a ticket straight to Hell! Now, look right there at Mr. X... the high life is his game. He keeps up with the Joneses; he's got money, looks, and fame. But if that's all you get from him, well, you may think that's fine. But all that stress and loneliness might catch you down the line. So if money is your mantra and you need security, Go on now and grab that man, but nuthin' comes for free. 'Cause if you worship T.V. and that crap it has to sell, Honey, he's got your ticket....a ticket straight to Hell! A first-class, one-way ticket straight to Hell! If I could choose between a Porsche, or a nice cool Autumn breeze, I'd take your hand to share the best of nature's subtleties. You do not need a price tag for the pleasures that are pure. True love might be tricky, but it's priceless, that's for sure! So are you winking at me, or is something in your eye? I've got some things I'd love to share, and Honey, I don't lie. So if you wanna take a chance and see if time will tell, Honey, I've got your ticket.... a ticket for loving well. A first-class, one-way ticket for loving well!
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MOST PECULIAR There she goes on walking down the street The woman of my dreams marches through. It seems she’s on a mission so discreet And I wonder… where’s she headed to? Unlike any others here at all She knows what's up and knows what's goin' down. Solid radiance and walking tall she knows she’s just too bad for this town. (Chorus) She’s most peculiar She’s so peculiar And if she were ever in need I would be a friend to her indeed. She’s a mystic, an artist and a loner So unique and a total mystery. Soaring far above all the others I really hope that she can still see me. (Chorus) She’s most peculiar She’s so peculiar And if she ever needed just a friend I would be her best until the end. A rose in bloom in the silent midst of winter In big black boots and a yellow coat she’s tough. I could take the cold dark days forever A smile from her would keep me warm enough. This angel’s grace is simply like no other Every move she makes is like a dance. I’d die to meet and find a way to love her Now’s the time, I think I’ll take a chance
8.
Runaway 05:05
I’m just a runaway tryin’ to find my way in the darkness and the vastness of the Earth. And if I’m burned I’ll fight it I’ll take a wrong and right it And then I’ll know exactly what I’m worth. I’m just a runaway Searchin’ everyday for a place in life I know where I belong. Doin’ what feels right Lots of good times day and night Maybe I can find it in a song. (Chorus) Now I am alone again and out there on the road. I wonder who can ease my way and lighten up the load. I’d bring all of my friends along That’s what I would do. But then I must remind myself that others need ‘em, too. Still I run away….. I’m just a runaway That’s all that I can say. Through the high life and the trenches this I’ve learned. Victories and regret Seems there’s always both to get. For every time I’ve flown I’ve crashed and burned. I’m just a runaway And now I’m far away. But I know I’ll never make it on my own. To all of you out there who have always shown ya’ care You’re the best I could have ever known. (Chorus) So here’s to you all of my friends Many happy years. I’ll say your names in days of joy and toasts of wines and beers. I know my time has come again to make another start. But now you’re all a part of me and you’re always in my heart. I'm your runaway...
9.
Mochiattos Cappucinnos French Herb mix to go. Americanos and Espressos Doubles make me glow! Mocha Java or the House or Aroma Iced. Mochachinnos or straight-up black Oh, yeah that sure smells nice! It's coffee. It's coffee. Baby how I love ya' so. But don't you know how you blow my dough? So now I gotta letchya' go. Rocket Fuel, Jamaican Blend Chocolate Lattes, too. A bag of beans- Colombian and I am well to do! It's coffee. It's coffee. Baby how I love ya so. But I'm tired of gettin' wired So now I gotta letchya go! Killing time and playing Chess. The conversations roll. Let's read a book and have a mug. Later we can smoke a bowl! With coffee. Yeah, coffee Baby how I love ya so. But I need hugs I don't need drugs So now I gotta let ya go! It's coffee. Yeah, coffee. Baby baby you're so sweet. But up and down You've spun me round. So are you a trick or a treat? It's coffee. My coffee. Baby baby you're so fine. But I know I should take it slow So I'll see ya at another time! Yeah! I've got those caffeine blues!
10.
Free at Last 05:30
FREE AT LAST I feel a change that’s coming on I’m restless now I can’t get along. But the darkness meets a brand new dawn I’m feeling real good so I wrote me a song. (Sub-chorus) Now I’m dreaming up a storm ‘Gonna find me somethin’ new. I have a heart that’s so lovelorn But I know just what to do. (Chorus) Now it’s time to leave this place I’m goin’ my own way. I won’t even leave a trace and I don’t care what they say. They tell me I should take my dream and put it on the shelf. And find a wife, have kids that scream before I’ve even found myself. I’ve done my time, I’ve had enough I’ve learned their ways, I’ve done my best. This life they have is mean and rough Yet it's just one, so let’s try the rest. (Sub-chorus) I won’t let them bring me down with booze or all their goss. They can keep all that in town When I leave it’s not my loss. (Chorus) I am but a simple gruff who tries all kinds of things. But to load myself with useless stuff would surely clip my wings. They say tradition is what I need Like it’s some security. But nuthin’ in life is guaranteed So I might as well run free. I thank my God that I’ll move on I’m so glad that I’ve kept my soul. It’s been hard, but when I’m gone I’ll know I beat this big black hole. (Sub-chorus) I can’t stay one place too long or else I’m out of place. On the road is where I belong ‘Cause I’m in the human race. (Chorus) Sometimes when my dreams come true they don’t go as I planned- Like coming here to a place so blue where I had to take a stand. But in the end it’s an open road With ups and downs all day. At least my life’s in travel mode So everything’s O.K. (Chorus) Only when I realize I’ve broken from the past I see the world with open eyes and I see I’m free at last. Some folks just don’t give a damn They turn me off so fast. But they cannot change who I am Yeah, now I’m free at last!

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Songs of hope, resilience, and the bright side.

Nych Hansen- acoustic guitar/ vocals
Eric Margan- extra guitars/ drums/ keys/ cello/ flute/ engineering

Special Guest Musicians:
Reggie Duncan - pedal steel, "Running on a Memory"
Leon Van Egmond - harmonica, "Runaway"

Recorded, mixed and engineered in Boston, MA & East Jewett, NY, April-October 2020. Rebooted June-July 2021.

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released October 1, 2020

Music & Lyrics by Nych Hansen, 2005-2020.

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Nycholas "Nych" Hansen Boston, Massachusetts

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Solid rock is my core, tapping various genres. All songs are collaborations with Eric Margan, musician/engineer extraordinaire from Albany, NY.

9 original rock n' roll albums await you, with bedrock acoustic versions included in purchase. Max & the Feral Kid can take you into my country-driven inspirations.

I hope you enjoy, and stay tuned for more from the New York State of Boston!🇺🇸
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