1997

by Nelu Lazar

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This song was Nelu's very first composition ever, 25 years ago, back in the year of 1997...

Read the song's story at: nelulazar.com/music

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Originally written and arranged by Nelu Lazar in 1997.
Performed and produced by Nelu Lazar (vocals, drums, bass, acoustic and electric guitars).
Released on March 25, 2022.

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1997
by Nelu Lazar

I know, if I'm trying
I could reach, reach the sky
I know, if I'm trying
I could take you by my side
oh, I know, if I'm trying
too hard, all can get gone
I know, if I'm trying
I'll be looking for the sun

and I don't care what'll happen
because then I'll be gone
and I don't care what'll happen
because then all goes sour

I was trying to tell you
things you didn't understand
I was trying to tell you
that I'm not at your command
oh, I was trying to tell you
what I feel deep down inside
and I am trying to fool me
that you feel the same inside

you know I've been waiting
for so long to be with you
you know I've been fighting
for my dreams to come true
oh, you know that I'm trying
not to push these things too hard
but I know, if I'll lose you
that will crush, crush my heart

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released March 25, 2022

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🎼 Singer-Songwriter, Producer, Co-founder of Acoustic & Rock Bands, Book Writer, Author of “The Seasons’ Journey: A serendipitous rock opera”

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