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Nice Try

from Thanks Anyway by Turtle Recall

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lyrics

looking back we always know
but cage it all inside
our hearts at play on borrowed time
so take advantage for the night

cuz it's only just a matter of time
it's probably just a matter of time
when they're all rooting for you

a playful cast of swallowed butterflies
changes with each song
and when their cue comes
will they bow out with grace
or flutter faintly as the velvet curtain's drawn?

cuz it's only just a matter of time
it's probably just a matter of time
when they're all rooting for you

and all your fun surprises are anticipated
your inspiration, so profound, precisely estimated
hey, don't blame me, I was rooting for you
and if you sense it's culling time
don't feel bad to hear nice try

hey boy don't I look pretty won't you pay some attention to me
I'm super qualified to satisfy I won't let down I guarantee
you've made me fully aware
of just exactly how awesome you are
but I can see for myself and it doesn't look like you'll get far
but nice try

nice try but if you're out for peace of mind
my hands are tightly tied
next time why not try a nice guy
walk him in a line
boredom and peace of mind

cuz it's only just a matter of time
it's probably just a matter of time
when they're all rooting for you

and all your fun surprises are anticipated
your inspiration, so profound, precisely estimated
hey, don't blame me, I was rooting for you

hey boy don't I look pretty won't you pay some attention to me
I'm super qualified to satisfy I won't let down i guarantee
baby just come a bit closer I got something I want you to see
you're always on my mind I know we're right this time
we really ought to be

nice try so when they're out for peace of mind
and your hands are tightly tied
you gotta tell 'em why not try a nice guy
walk them in a line
boredom and peace of mind

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from Thanks Anyway, released July 17, 2012

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Turtle Recall Washington, D.C.

DC pop folk rock: fiddle and playful vocal harmonies intertwine atop punk-inspired rhythms to give these Reston, Virginia natives an unpasteurized sonic profile. The group's 2012 debut LP, Thanks Anyway, features story songs steeped in nostalgia, dramatic and unapologetic tempo fluctuations, a hint of musical theatre, and even a foray into the most-likely-completely-misunderstood world of dubstep. ... more

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