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Laramie

Verse 1:
Darling dear, what I fear
Has happened to the engineer
It must’ve scared him what he saw

The whistle blows it must be time to go
But where he is no one would know
And the train stands still east of Omaha

Just questioned the brakeman
Why’d the train stop a mile short of the station
He said, “My friend” with a half assed grin
“If this ain’t the end where are we then”

Verse 2:
To begin, the story’s old, the truth be told
Sometimes you buy the same you sold
The man you asked for went by the name of Lee

You wonder why they wanna hang him high
Just like his Dad, they dangled him in the sky
Stretched his neck out for everyone to see

That’s why I live in Cheyenne where you couldn’t see
A single tree as far as Laramie
A city without a tree is exactly where he’s like to be
But if it was me I don’t think I’d have to worry
About no tree killing me

Verse 3:
Darling dear, what I fear
Has happened to the engineer
It must’ve scared him what he saw

Johnny Law, chewin chaw
Riding hot out from Omaha
With twelve men turned into deputies

So please believe me
When I say that that man wasn’t with me
And this ain’t my bag by my left leg
“I’ll be right back” is exactly where he said he’d be
He just said “Please, watch my stuff for me”

The Devil in me can’t be free
Can’t you see there ain’t no tree gonna be killin me

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from Old Soul Society, released November 21, 2023
Written By: Drew Peterson

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Old Soul Society Wisconsin

Old Soul Society is a Wisconsin based group that is rooted in Americana with branches into Folk, Rock, Soul, Roots, Blues & more.

Their focus on the craft of songwriting is displayed in the rich, textured musical layers they create to underscore their introspective, honest & heartfelt lyrics. This combines into a powerfully stirring live show that's been winning over audiences everywhere.
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