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Argue with me if you don't like my point of view but at the end of the day - that's the way it is!

lyrics

If I were to tell you that I had a secret
And then shared it with you would you help me keep it?
But a secret’s not a secret if it’s known to more than one
And the best of all intentions can be easily undone

Chorus

That’s the way it is
That’s the way it has to be
Yes That’s the way it is
Here and now

If I had to tell you that a promise is worth keeping
Would you honour that completely or consider cheating?
But a promise is no promise if you don’t propose to keep it
Please do not commit to it,I’d rather you just leave it

I have got a reason for everything I do,
Even if you don’t accept it what is it to you?
I’m not after permission to tell you how things are
I don’t need your approval or worry if you care

credits

from Welcome to the Village, track released January 30, 2014
all instruments and vocals by Phil Matthews

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Phil Matthews a.k.a.the Village Derby, UK

The Village is a magical place for outsiders and oddballs.
Phil has built up a following around the Midlands and South East winning hearts and minds with his performances.
Phil has written and performed with many bands over the years and the Village is his latest alter ego, with his music played on hundreds of radio stations worldwide and his album music streamed and downloaded thousands of times. ... more

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