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Jenny

by Watty Thompson

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Jenny is the second single from Watty Thompson's forthcoming debut album.

lyrics

Oh Jenny. I wish that I could talk, but I don’t and then you get hurt.

I can talk anyones ear off, no matter where or when.
Strangers or the neighbours, family or friends.
Skillful conversation is one thing that I’ve got,
But on the subject of emotion my tongue ties into a knot.

We can talk about the weather, talk about the news,
Talk about your sports team or your political views.
We can talk on many subjects. I just don’t seem to care.
But when it comes to feelings, I get caught unaware.

Oh Jenny. I wish that I could talk, but I don’t and then you get hurt.
Oh Jenny. I wish I had the words, to make you feel better,
But now you’re left in the lurch.

I’d like to speak with substance, heart, soul and sustain.
I’d like to finally knock down the walls up in my brain,
So I could talk more freely and offer you advice,
With words that have more meaning, with words that empathise.

Day or night of summer, autumn, winter or of spring,
I can talk to almost anyone about any-bloody-thing,
But when it comes to deep and meaningful hearts on the line,
I stumble and I stutter, until the words curl up and die.

Oh Jenny. I wish that I could talk, but I don’t and then you get hurt.
Oh Jenny. I wish I had the words, to make you feel better,
But now you’re left in the lurch.

The afternoon grows silent. There’s nothing else been said.
I’m trying to bring you comfort with the thoughts inside my head.
Now I don’t lack compassion and I’m not being withdrawn,
But by the time I form a sentence Jen, the moment’s been and gone.

One day I’ll be different and my lines won’t be so brief.
I’ll wrangle words of wisdom to bring you solace and relief.
Please believe me Jenny, cause I love you just the same,
And although I don’t express it, you’re the gold under my rainbow.

Jenny. I wish that I could talk, but I don’t and then you get hurt.
Oh Jenny. I wish I had the words, to make you feel better,
But now you’re left in the lurch.
Oh Jenny.

credits

released March 9, 2022
Words and music written by Watty Thompson.
String parts written by Watty Thompson and Lucy Rash. Arranged by Lucy Rash.
Recorded and mixed by Aaron Dobos.

Musicians:
Guitars and lead vocals: Watty Thompson
Drums: Lochie Cavigan
Bass guitar: Jimi Coelli
Pedal steel guitar: Josh Crawley
Backing vocals: Emma Volard and Nitida Atkinson
Violin 1: Lucy Rash
Violin 2: Sarina Walter
Cello: Lucy Waldron
Piano: Jake Amy

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Watty Thompson Gerangamete, Australia

Watty Thompson has emerged as a powerful, moving and unique folk performer in Australia’s storytelling tradition. A little bit country, a little bit folk, 100% heart. His debut self titled album is out everywhere through Cheatin' Hearts Records on April 14th, 2023. ... more

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