Hours from Atlanta

by Gerry O'Keefe

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Hours from Atlanta

The freeway’s open and I am hopin’
They can remember when it was better

Yes, it’s been too long, and I’ve been so wrong
Now that they’re wiser, will they let me in?

There’s a lot to think about when you're hours from Atlanta
So much time to fill with doubt, only hours from Atlanta

Thought that the new life was like a sharp knife
Could cut through it all and never grow dull

I sliced and shattered the things that mattered
They needed me there, but I was lost somewhere

There’s a lot to think about when you're hours from Atlanta
So much time to fill with doubt, only hours from Atlanta

I missed the best parts, stepped on their young hearts
All for a sunrise, one pair of blue eyes
What got in my head to be so misled?
To be in their place, I’d laugh in my face

There’s a lot to think about when you're hours from Atlanta
So much time to fill with doubt, only hours from Atlanta

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released February 16, 2018

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Gerry O'Keefe Chicago, Illinois

Chicago-area artist Gerry O'Keefe gained notoriety in the early '90s as a member of powerpop act The Hideouts. His shamelessly melodic, Brill Building-inspired music has received national radio airplay and been featured in TV ads.

Gerry's 2013 debut solo album
"Whatever Suits You" was recognized by critics and fans for blending classic pop craft with roots- and folk-based elements. ... more

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