tired of the city

by bobby blunders

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Lyrically, this song is quite literal. It’s about living in a sometimes challenging environment and painstakingly holding onto your joy and remaining as open-hearted as you can. There’s a discernible subtext of being lonely or alienated in a crowded place. The song deals with both specific and generalized exhaustion. Finally, It's about loving the city in spite of it all. Dedicated to my friends and neighbors in Long Beach, California.

lyrics

i'm tired of the city
where you've gotta watch your back
and watch your step
i'm tired of the city
of honking horns
and hovering choppers
i'm tired of the city
of hostilities
seconds and ages old
i'm tired of the city
i'm so tired
and yet i'm still in love

i imagine no one can see me
underneath dark glasses
and loud headphones
somebody once kindly told me
"say hello, but keep pushing just the same"
i'm tired of the city
though i mind my own
and say to each his own

here among the hordes
of the overstimulated
and underengaged
trying to find a way
to get over
without walking on backs
hoping to have
a little to spare and a little bit
to call my own

credits

released October 6, 2023
Pastor 'AJ' Freeman: vocals
Michael J Salter: synth bass, keys, production
Jesse Carzello: guitars, keys, production
Jens Clawson: drums, percussion
Tati Velazquez: backing vox

words and music by Jesse Carzello

mixed by Jonny Bell at Jazzcats Studio
mastered by Dave Cooley at Elysian Masters

cover design by Michael Wysong
cover photography by Michael J. Salter

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bobby blunders Long Beach, California

bobby blunders started as a home recording project of Jesse Carzello (Free Moral Agents) in 2006. bobby blunders is now a live ensemble bringing their engaging, ecstatic experience to adventurous audiences everywhere and anywhere. The current band features vocalist/percussionist Pastor AJ Freeman, guitarist Michael J. Salter.
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