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all done, you've told me all your shame
so far you haven't said a thing
past due, do you even know my name?
apology accepted
well so what if it tears you apart?
i don't care about your change of heart
tell me anything and i will pack my car
apology accepted

back off, i'm use to this
you don't have to make amends
just shake a leg so i can get on my way
back off, i'm use to this
i've been expecting all of it
you don't have to make me fixed, it's just a game

i stroll right past my meant-to-be
gotta catch my bus if i'm gonna reach
the destination that i can't see
just staying is so tempting
i picked you up and made a dream
i wasted my time trying to make you fiend
don't you apologize to me
apologies are easy

back off, i'm use to this
you don't have to make amends
just leave and cry to all your friends
justify what you did
i'm not your walking stick
you can't just lean on me when stiff
and drag my ass through the mud and shit
you cold-hearted bitch

well hell go ahead and let me down
but do it gently so to save a frown
well i didn't like you anyway
i could tell a million days apart
wouldn't ache your heart
i ain't from mars
well there ain't no use in calling out my name
i'm out reading the signs’ thoughts
people follow 'cause they're lost
well i'm casted as the rich and together man
but i'm out paying for more loss
just barely making cost
i ain't from mars
well take off and don't stop
said i ain't from mars

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from Too Underground For Underground, released November 27, 2004
Written and performed by Matthew Ryan

***1 of 2 songs from cassette tape recordings.

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The Violet Fire Lexington, Kentucky

The Violet Fire has one sole member with a revolving door of guest musicians. All of the songs are written and produced by Matthew Ryan who also records most of the instruments himself. The Violet Fire's mixtape rock lumps together heavy rock songs, upbeat folk, and powerful ballads. You'll tap your feet, you'll feel all warm and fuzzy, then you'll get plastered to the wall. ... more

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