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Binary

by Not for Pussies

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1.
Binary 04:40
Binary Two stars, bound together, eclipsing binary orbiting a common centre of gravity They may appear as a single star to the unaided eye as they revolve and dance in the night sky Spectroscopic Dopplershift – the only way to see Heavenly bodies harmonising – eclipsing binary This gravity binds me to you – and keeps you by my side So hold on tight, Babe, this is just a ride It’s just a ride….. As we revolve around each other, sharing energy The push and pull of opposition creating synergy The baton always changing hands, moving polarity Each star can let the other shine in brilliant clarity Spectroscopic Dopplershift…… Binary stars in opposition, revolving in the sky Heavenly bodies say – It’s just a ride……. It’s just a ride
2.
Mexico 07:34
Mexico Hey hey, down Mexico way He thought he’d go down to Mexico, nothing to keep him at home. he’s still a child in the eyes of the law but he’s already alone (a loner, yeah!) He pack a saddle bag – he’s good to go - like a young thief in the night He wants to see where they last of the wild horses roam… Roam…. Hey hey, down Mexico way… But life is cheap down in Mexico and debts are paid for in blood You just bring trouble upon yourself, messing with the law A son of Texas, or son of a bitch – This is a quiet little town We make our own truth before our God and how fast you can draw Oh.. You cross the mountains, ghosts of riders in a purple sky Oh… Looking for shelter, lightning dances and the horses shy This land is cruel – she knows no forgiveness You hold her to you, but she’ll watch you die The blood and passion of lost generations lie bare as bones under a heartless sky All he ever cared for was the horse All he ever wanted was the girl All he ever knew was love and loss, as he rode on through the world The long procession crosses the mountains, lightning dances and the horses fly This land is cruel – she knows no forgiveness You hold her to you, but she’ll watch you die The blood and passion of lost generations lie bare as bones under a heartless sky lie bare as bones under a heartless sky
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Fall 04:53
Fall Now, after the Fall the gods look down on us all We left their dead to remember us by with a pillar of smoke in the sky Storm clouds gather, it’s getting dark and no one is building an ark Only love, only love can save us now, can save us now Only love, only love can save us now, can save us now Only love, only love ... Now, after the Fall the devil holds us in thrall and keeps the dead to remember him by with a pillar of smoke in the sky Don’t be afraid of the ghost in the dark and look in your heart for a spark Only love, only love can save us now, can save us now Only love, only love can save us now, can save us now Only love, only love ...
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Just Kids 03:46
Just Kids What would I say to myself at 17? An ingénue, I couldn’t have been more green My bags all packed, going out through my parents’ door So full of hopes and so ready to explore Remain as curious as you are – an open heart and mind will take you far At 22 in my thrift-shop wedding dress I lost myself in your eyes and whispered “Yes” Confetti and kisses – the happiest day of my life We were still just kids – it felt funny to be your wife Look to each other in every way – Working together to learn & grow each day Running along a beach with two crazy dogs or setting the world to rights on endless walks Building a life and a home as the years go by Oh, savour the moments! They’re gone in the blink of an eye…Oh… It’s hard to believe where we are now, but here we are So lucky to share what we have and come this far And what would I say to you now, at 52? I treasure the life and the love I have with you…
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Everyman 07:25
Everyman You felt you’d come so far, but now it’s come to this You gave your all to build this giant edifice You thought that it was real, when all is artifice and the little boy inside…. Has a wife and kids, you never had a plan just follow the main chance, whenever you can but life’s not been so bad, working for the Man or so you once believed….. You are angry and confused – got a feeling you’ve been used and you’ve lost your sense of self, feel you’ve been left on the shelf Your wife’s embrace is cold – suddenly she seems so old not the girl from way back when, no you won’t see that face again and your kids should all be grown, but they can’t seem to leave home This generation’s lost and you’re left to count the cost The future should be bright – you really thought you’d done it right You banked on certainty, but there is no guarantee You look in the mirror now and see your father’s face What would he do in your place? It seemed so easy then to learn from his mistakes You think you’re in control, but then they raise the stakes The pressure eats you up – You lie at night, awake and the little boy inside…… Has woken from a trance – he wants another chance Is this all life has to give? Why can’t you live and live and live?! Another place, another wife, a completely different life You just want an empty page, in a better, brighter age But responsibility has a hold, won’t set you free and in your heart there’s even more – there’s a love you can’t ignore Every age will bring its fears – You feel you’re running out of years but there’s life to be lived now – you just have to figure how How…….
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Feral 06:18
Feral Feral … I nuzzle your fur Blue heaven ... You crept up on me My heart - your feet - thumping in unison Athletic boys in blue … I’m game Athletic boys in blue … I’m game The snares vibrate and strain My limbs can stretch further than your wildest dreams My limbs can stretch further than your wildest dreams I’m game … I’m game … I’m game …
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Nightwatch 04:32
Nightwatch I’m like a crumpled fiver I was in your pocket all night A witness to your journey, riding hard towards the light Solace – You need somewhere to rest your weary head Solace – but there’s no peace to be found in your bed Solace – when you know your work is good and done Solace – and you’re pulling free from everyone Go … We know, we know When a soul finds a crack in the door there’s nothing you can do, but surrender and be…. When a heart cannot give any more, I’m here to give you what I know you would to give me…. Go … We know, we know I’m like a crumpled fiver I was in your pocket all night A witness to your journey, riding hard towards the light I’m a sad survivor in the wreckage of the night Your eyes blind to my presence, you were gone in the first light
8.
Poster boy 04:42
Poster boy Snug, a borders country hotel, we drank till late or early, we knew each other well. Talisker and smoke rings, jousting tales and humorous asides. The poster boy for dying in your 50s … And now, like Dennis and the others, the reckoning is coming. Catching up with nature, your spirit of adventurous rebellion The poster boy for dying in your 50s … My Grandad’s name was Eck I never met him, but I know him. I see him in the mirror. He haunts me like the ghost of Christmas past. His eyes are mine under his crinkled hair, the mannerisms showing there. He was another poster boy for dying in your 50s … Dying in your 50s …
9.
The Web 11:52
The Web Your head is full of urgent messages all calling out to you. You’re caught up in the world wide web of lies, there’s nothing else to do, but POST - Your mood, your food, your status BLOG – Your opinion counts, you know TWEET – but keep it short and sweet , we haven’t got all day to blow POST – A joke, a dog, detritus BLOG – The daily diary show TWEET – The word is brevity , attention spans are short, you know The chatter’s monitored, corporations want to know what we’ve all been up to lately, where we’re gonna go… Yeah What ideas are trending, who thinks they run the show GCHQ and God knows who are listening to me and you, to everyone we know….. So much to say, so much to comment on, it means so much to you. We’re living in a world wide webathon, there’s nothing we can do, but POST – The protest, share the cause BLOG – We gotta have our say TWEET – Just keep it to the point, cos we don’t have all day…. POST – A kitten, Santa Claus BLOG – Your deep thought for the day TWEET - and pass that virtual joint, I wanna fade away……. The chatter’s monitored, governments, they want to know what we’ve all been doing lately, where we’re gonna go.. Yeah What new ideas are trending, who thinks they run the show MI5 and Langley too – are listening to me and you, to everyone we know…… Switch it off Pull the plug Disconnect You’ve had enough Open up to what’s around, take a step on hallowed ground Feel the pulse of the earth, calling us with every breath Slowing down and letting go of everything you think you know Feel the rush, the ecstasy, you lose the one as you become ….. ONE …. You can’t resist the constant messaging It’s coming through to you The web is where your life is happening, there’s nothing you can do, without your POST – a picture of your dinner BLOG – about your favourite band TWEET – your feelings for that rock star - He’s a mate, he’ll understand! POST – You gotta show your best face BLOG – Your story’s riveting TWEET – to check your followers are sitting up and listening Out in the webisphere does anybody want to know just what you’ve been doing lately, where you’re gonna go…. Yeah While you’re busy friending people you don’t know Is anybody really out there … Hello Hello Hello Anyone you know? Is there anyone to know? Switch it off Pull the plug Disconnect You’ve had enough Open up to what’s around, take a step on hallowed ground Feel the pulse of the earth calling us with every breath Slowing down and letting go of everything you think you know ….

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Last year saw Not for Pussies talking of a double CD. The songs were there but the process of concluding the proposed album resulted in two separate collections of songs feeling more appropriate. "Remnants & Aftershocks" came out in February 2015. The remaining songs (and some new additions) have been brought together as "Binary".

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released June 27, 2015

Music: Brian & Janette Kidd
Lyrics: Janette Kidd
Lyrics (track 8): Brian Kidd
Recorded, mixed and mastered by Not for Pussies at Stellasounds 2014/15
Artwork by B&J Kidd.
Cover photo: David Miller Ramsay
Beach photos: Dougie & Mags

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Not for Pussies Perth, UK

Not for Pussies came into being in 2008, although Brian and Janette Kidd have been together - and playing music together (and with others) for much, much longer.
We felt we're into an era in our lives where Bette Davis' quote about getting older (it's "not for pussies") felt very apt - and our music reflects this - and the experience of having lived a little! ...
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