The Beauty That Surrounds Ya

by Watty Thompson

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Glowworms shining like a starry night sky.The boundless view from a mountain high.The crunch of a boot on a bed of leaves dry.The cackle of a kookaburra at first light.
A winding road through hills expands,Cutting like the belly of a snake through sand.A rock face standing since time began.Sunlight beaming on the back of your hands.
Take a step back, take a look around ya.Appreciate what’s there before it’s not.Smell the roses, forget about life for a whileAnd marvel at the beauty that surrounds ya.
A stinkin' hot summer, the cicadas sing.Autumn breeze and the change it brings.A cozy winter's day within.The smell of fresh cut grass in spring.
Take a step back, take a look around ya.Appreciate what’s there before it’s not.Smell the roses, forget about life for a whileAnd marvel at the beauty that surrounds ya.
A raging storm shakes through the night.Thunder loud enough to fright.The rain's white noise it calms, it soothes.Hammering down on an old tin roof.
Forget your troubles and worn out fears.It’s a miracle we’re even here.The smiles, the tears, the grief, the grit.We’ve only got one life and this is it.
So take a step back, take a look around ya.Appreciate what’s there before it’s not.Smell the roses, forget about life for a whileAnd marvel at the beauty that surrounds ya.
Step outside, open your eyes.Take the time to watch the tideAnd marvel at the beauty that surrounds ya.Marvel at the beauty that surrounds ya.

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released September 1, 2021
Words and music by Watty Thompson.
Recorded and mixed by Aaron Dobos.
Drums - Callum Routledge
Bass - Jimi Coelli
Guitars, lap steel, pump organ and vocals - Watty Thompson

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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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