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The Truth of the Blues

from It's Time To Shine by Dave Keller

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lyrics

The Truth Of The Blues
by Dave Keller

VERSE 1
All of this silence, is getting way too loud
All of this violence, and you still feel proud
Tell me where do you stand? Are you just part of the crowd?

VERSE 2
You say it’s not your problem, you’re not to blame
But what’s the story, behind your so-called ‘good name’?
After 400 years, tell me where is your shame?

VERSE 3
People crying mercy, can’t you hear?
Or are you deafened, by the sound of your fear?
I think the answer, is all too clear

CHORUS
What’s holding you back, from lending a hand?
What have you got to lose?
What part of kindness don’t you understand?
All of this blindness, is the truth of the Blues

VERSE 4
There’s a simple solution, it don’t take no time
Turn off the pollution, that’s clouding your mind
Then you’ll hear the sound, the nature of the crime

VERSE 5
Believe your brothers, and your sisters too
They’re just trying, trying to talk to you
If you love their music, you’ve got to love them too

CHORUS

GUITAR SOLO

VERSE 6
So stand for justice, and don’t you be afraid
It’s time to deal, with this bed that we made
Don’t just stand there, like a devil in the shade

CHORUS

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from It's Time To Shine, released August 25, 2023

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Dave Keller Montpelier, Vermont

While showing the influence of his mentors (Johnny Rawls, Mighty Sam McClain, Ronnie Earl), Keller's individuality shines. Deep soul singing, fiery guitar work, meaningful songs with addictive choruses. Like a younger generation Robert Cray, Keller mixes the power of soul and blues, drawing the listener into his world, and leaving them richer for the experience. ... more

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