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Rosina Viola (Grandma Rose's Song)

from Three Weddings And A Funeral by Chris Monti

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Rosina Viola (Grandma Rose’s Song)
written by Chris Monti

I don’t think I’ve held up my end, my life long friend
I’ve taken much more than I’ve given, out of fear I’ve left so much hidden
Every time I see you, I feel love mixed with regret
Your mind is withered from so many days
And I fail you in the most basic ways

It’s my job to come often and sit by your side
Not to ponder whether you live or die
In that matter my hands are tied
Still I can visit and play for you and sing
This is what I have to share, This is what I have to bring

The evening is growing near
Still we have a meal to prepare
A feast for all of our friends and relations
And enemies and strangers, for all of creation
And what will be the dish?
Of course nothing but a little bread and a little fish
You ask that we bow our heads to pray
To give thanks for the food and thanks for the day
But I find I have nothing to say, not a thing
But I open my mouth and with love and thanks sing

The shadows are growing long as I lay you down to sleep
And play you one last lullaby and put my lips to your cheeks
I slip quietly from the room, by the light of a pale and waning moon
It breaks my heart to leave you here
But I know I’ll see you again
My timeless friend
The world is wide… as my love is near

Tear away the blinds, pull off the mask
Cut the chord that binds you hands
Loose the hobble that holds your legs
Even in the bitter end, time and space can bend
Grace can appear, suddenly as a tear, moving down your cheek

Suddenly the way is clear, you’ve known the route all along
You are the horse, the carriage, the rider
You are the one who sings this song

Fly on…
Weightless and free
The life and love we’ve shared will always be with us
Will always be with me

© 2012 Chris Monti

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from Three Weddings And A Funeral, released January 3, 2013

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Chris Monti Providence, Rhode Island

Known for his effortless style and musical curiosity, Chris has immersed himself in West African guitar, dug deep into country-blues and old-time music, and moves seamlessly between diverse styles from Egypt, Peru and India. He has toured the East Coast, Canada and points west. He also enjoys his singular role in the community as a strange combination of entertainer, educator, and magician. ... more

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