Deadlines is track seven of the 2022 Find A Better Way album by The Commoners. Stream it here.
Lyrics
Every morning I wake
Give myself a good shake
To carry on my sleeping
Though I may look the same
I promise you it’s all fake
I’n still in my bed dreaming
There goes another day
Trying to get myself to
Bright lights, summer nights, got me feeling high
Dreams that slip away from me
I cannot remain falling
One two, break on through, the block inside my mind
Can’t escape the grave
I’ve got memories to make
Oh I’m living the dream
That’s a phrase I repeat
To get me through this evening
And though I try to relate
To these money hungry ways
I still can’t shake this feeling
Will tomorrow be the same
Or will I get myself to
Bright lights, summer nights, got me feeling high
Dreams that slip away from me
I cannot remain falling
One two, break on through, the block inside my mind
Can’t escape the grave
And I wish that I was with my baby
Playing guitar in the forest while the dog just drives me crazy
Lately I can’t breath without a deadline on my dead mind
Bright lights, summer nights, got me feeling high
Dreams that slip away from me
I cannot remain falling
One two, break on through, the block inside my mind
Can’t escape the grave, I’ve got memories to make
Bright lights, summer nights, got me feeling high
Dreams that slip away from me
I cannot remain falling
One two, break on through, the block inside my mind
Can’t escape the grave, I’ve got memories to make. Oh yeah…
Discussion
“Demanding attention from the first note, the force of Deadlines is undeniable. Enthusiastic performances from each member combine for the ultimate trifecta: an uplifting, feel-good summer chorus, psychedelic bridge, and groove that will have even the most reserved of listeners stirring up the dance floor like a swizzle stick. A searing guitar solo by Ben Healey keeps the energy sky high, reminding listeners this is, primarily, a rock and roll album.”
–Lauren Campbell | Peter Noble Press Release
“The hook on “Deadlines” alone is worth listening to, because you won’t get it out of your head.”
–Maximum Volume Music
“Crashing and cruise grooving in equal measure is ‘Deadlines’ with another guest featured in Ben Healey on lead guitar that also steps outside for a brief 60’s psychedelic musical trip.”
–The Midlands Rock
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