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The Apprehensive Carpenter (Live)

from Live at Nectar's 10​.​1​.​11 by Andrew Parker-Renga

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The Apprehensive Carpenter

Today, I’m going to get out this chair and build us that bed.
I’ve been looking at that wood for years waiting to begin.
It never seems to build it self no matter how hard I stare.
Today, I’m going to get out this chair and build us that bed.

Today, I’m going to grab my saw and make the first cut.
I know what I’m doing at least I’d like to think that much.
I’ve been to school, read the books, and practiced with my Pa.
Today, I’m going to grab my saw and make the first cut.

Today, I’m going to surprise myself.
Follow through with what I’d promised I’d do.
Oh why have I been fighting with myself?
I ain’t getting any hunger and losing that hunger.
This pressure I’m under is no wonder I’m building it for you.

Today, I’m going to get out this chair and build that bed for you.

But, I can’t do it by myself. I understand I need your help.
Failures got me overwhelmed and kept my tools on the shelf.
Promise me if this goes to hell you will stay with me.
I promise you that if I fail I will try again
Because, I want this as much for me as I do for you.

Today, I’m going to get over myself and build us that bed.
I’ve been dreaming about it for years since the first day we meet.
And, in that bed will make love and start our family.
Today, I’m going to build us that bed and get over me.

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from Live at Nectar's 10​.​1​.​11, track released December 7, 2011
Words and Music - Andrew Parker-Renga

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