Better Hue

by Old Ways

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lyrics

We washed out
Bled all the color from our mouths
It all faded
But it stained everything else
A blur is all that's left

It's been a while since I've seen you
It's been a while since I've seen you

I haven't seen these shades
In a long time
But I'm starting to think
That it's been long enough

It's been a while since I've seen you
But I'm thankful
That you're looking a better hue
I've been alright
Thanks for asking
Was it taxing
When I drained the color out of you
Bleak and empty
We both said sorry
But I hope you know I meant it too

It's been a while since I've seen you
It's been a while since I've seen you
For the longest time I thought you left me
But I left you

With the scars I carved
Inked on your sides
They'll never leave you
Nagging, dragging
Unlike the blur I was
I haven't seen these shades
In a long time
But I'm starting to think
That it's been long enough

I'm at a loss
And I can feel my eyes
Searching for anything
I wash out everything
Show me something
Unlike the blur I was
I haven't seen these shades
In a long time
But I'm starting to think
That it's been long enough

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released March 22, 2024
Mixed and Mastered by Samual McHenry

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