I Didn't Know You Were Leaving Today

by Clara Mann

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I didn’t know you were leaving today
Time runs from me like a girl
I ruined the calendar counting down days
On the front porch your rocking chair waits

I’m writing songs like the breaking of day
Forced from my bed by your crying
And maybe I call more than I can afford
But there’s no one here left I can pay

I'll stand at the corner all ready to wave
I’ll hang up your clothes if you come back this way
And when the road gets too much for you, drop me a line
I’ll welcome you in arms wide

I’ve had things to rearrange
I moved all the lights to our room
And that white dress you liked, I turned it blue overnight
I hope you can love me this way

I’ll stand at the door if you’re coming back late
Leave out your coat and I’ll wash out the stains
And when the road gets too much for you, drop me a line
I’ll welcome you in, arms wide

Come apart on the last train
I’ll be the bag in your arms
I’m patient but quiet, the waiting wife
If I’m driving I’ll drive you away

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released November 25, 2020
Written and Composed by Clara Mann
Produced by Benjamin Spike Saunders
Arrangements by Clara Mann and Felix M-B
All vocals, piano, and lead guitar by Clara Mann
Second guitar and harmonium by Felix M-B
Fiddle by Marika Tyler-Clark

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almost-folk music. bristol/london.

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