Comfortable Silence

by Cornelis Gerard

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lyrics

V1

I wonder what people chat about
When all the small talk has done the rounds
Why can’t a quiet moment be enjoyed
A situation some are desperate to avoid

Chorus

Comfortable silence is alright with me
Some call it shyness but I disagree
Comfortable silence when both our eyes meet
Quiet alliance that speaks

V2

Some people are impatient, can’t wait their turn
To shift the focus back to, selfish concerns
I think the loudest come across as artificial
How can they move their mouths so much yet say to little

Bridge

I’ll save my breath and skip the chatter
Strike right at the heart of the matter
Always keep more in reserve
When I whisper I am heard

Chorus

Comfortable silence is alright with me
Some call it shyness but I disagree
Comfortable silence when both our eyes meet
Quiet alliance that speaks

credits

released June 18, 2021
Words and Music by Cornelis Gerard
Production and Mixing by Strawport

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Cornelis Gerard London, UK

True Stories + Living Music

I tells stories about daily life in gritty and glorious detail; punk manifestos and indie-rock anecdotes. Occasionally I create experimental pop and synth soundscapes, because why not?

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