The Things My Father Taught Me

from Ferrier EP by Ferrier

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I'm always on my best behaviour
I've perfected my smile and nod
I know when to laugh and when to applaud.
I am nothing but potential
I could show a waiting world
A gesture of indifference
Or a fist so tightly curled.

To wake up
To wonder whats in store
Through tedium, through black and blue
Through all the things I ought to be
To wake up
To step outside the door
Armed with my smile, the folks I knew
The things my father taught me

I'll join the ranks of hourly wagers
Once I get my big degree,
I'll provide, I'll wear a tie
But will I still remember me?

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from Ferrier EP, released September 22, 2011

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