Lyrics

Lyrics by Shoes

Shoes Best (1985)
Composed by John Murphy

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Don't be so hard on yourself
They've got you backed to the wall
The latest thing on your mind
Might be the death of us all

All I know is what I know
I know it isn't the first time
It won't be the last
Deceptive protection
Pieces of glass

Don't take the time to rehearse
'Cause it's not there anymore
Each morning brings a new day
Each night you even the score

All I know is what I know
I know it isn't the first time
It won't be the last
Tragic obsession
Pieces of glass

Unleash your bottled-up drive
Unlock the cloud from within
They say love's hard to pin down
'Cause you never know where it's been

Now I know, now I know
I know it isn't the first time
It won't be the last
Spoiled reputation
Pieces of glass

Destined to crumble
It just couldn't last
Pale imitation
Pieces of glass

Destined to crumble
It just couldn't last
Tragic obsession
Pieces of glass

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John: lead & backing vocals, bass, electric guitar, handclaps
Gary: backing vocals, electric guitars, handclaps
Jeff: backing vocals, electric guitars (including solo), handclaps