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Jonathan, you're a Ghost

from a secret life by Hemlock Smith

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Very personal lyrics to a danceable track. how did that come about; i still have no clue but I really like my old pal Fabien Sevilla's bass.

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Jonathan, you’re a Ghost

1. Jonathan, you’re a ghost
You’re not even here
But you’re most – efficient
In playing with my fears

2. Jonathan, you’re a dream
Floating over dry land
And though I sense – some kind of scheme
Still I’m drinking sand

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And I know you’re not a seagull
But you’re picking at my thigh
And I know you’re not a prizebull
But those relentless eyes…
And I know you’re not an albatross
But you’re nailed unto my heart
Jonathan, you’re a ghost
That’s what you are…

3. Jonathan, you’re a pain
Stinging like a bee
Once you’re bruised – even slain
Still humming in my ears

4. Jonathan, you’re a scar
Invisible to the eye
You’ve never touched my cookie jar
And it makes me want to cry

CH

5. Jonathan, you’re a child
Too small to be awake
You can stay with me a while
And I won’t forget the cake

CH
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Well Well Well
Jonathan, you’re a ghost
That’s what you are…
Stay where you are…

credits

from a secret life, released December 5, 2002
words and music by michael frei 2002
arranged by michael frei, chris diggelmann, julien feltin and fabien sevilla
recorded mostly live on June 21st 2002 and July 18th 2002 by roger duperrex
michael frei: vocals, Hammond a3 organ
julien feltin: electric guitar
fabien sevilla: upright bass
chris diggelmann: loop. programming, additional synths and samples

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Hemlock Smith Lausanne, Switzerland

Hemlock Smith come from Lausanne (Switzerland). Since 2002, they’ve released 7 regular albums with intelligent pop, as well as 2 soundtracks for silent film and 2 collaborations with Noise duo Les Poissons Autistes. Fronted by singer-songwriter Michael Frei, Hemlock Smith's distinctive voice is complemented by a talented band seamlessly blending Pop, Folk, Rock and Trip-Hop Sensibilities ... more

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