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Do what I want you to do,
Get a good job
for making money.
Buy this, buy that.
You need a car.
That's old stuff, so throw it out.
Hurry up.
You must succeed
But don't move
Refuse any change.
There's no life beyond the screen.
Don't read between the lines.
Don't welcome people from outside.
Don't be curious.
Don't waste your time.
Eat this food, wear these clothes.
Believe the news, believe in God.
Be afraid and close the door.
Oh, tell me boy, what's in your head?
Stupidity is worse than wickedness.
Nowzah!
I'm not like you.
Nowzah!
Ain't gonna follow you.
I disagree and know that I'm not alone.
Nowzah!
You in charge…
Nowzah!
Stop being cruel!
I'll go out and say out loud: I don't accept your rules.
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At this stage in my life nothing can conceal the fact that I love you,
I'm so crazy for you.
You are in my thoughts everyday,
Oh, living with you sounds great!
But... I think there is something you should know:
Please, don't talk to me before my
morning coffee,
it's the most important rule.
I can't have a conversation with you,
I'm dozy, woozy, clumsy, still asleep!
(Oh, honey...)
Stay away from me before my
morning coffee,
you don't know how grumpy I can be!
I take my waking slow,
my head is going to explode,
I am lost without my caffeine dose!
Please, don't talk to me before my
morning coffee,
That's my advice to you.
I can't say anything that makes sense
I'm drowsy, moody, grouchy, half asleep!
(Oh, darling...)
Stay away from me before my
morning coffee,
My behaviour could be far from best...
'Cause what you say, oh gee,
Sounds to me like gibberish.
Coffee is the only thing I need.
Being with me at night can be a delight,
but, babe, I warn you, be safe when I awake!
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The Baby Rag
04:08
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I can't remember the night
I closed my eyes 'till the daylight
When I'm falling asleep
I hear the Baby Rag
Around the "siesta" time
The neighborhood is so quiet and calm
Me and my gal in a romantic charm
And here comes the Baby Rag
Telephone's ringin'
Doorbell's yellin'
The oven's smokin'
Always all at once during the bath
No break
The world could be burning outside
But now is my baby time
Despite those little details
I can't avoid a big smile on my face
My heart's beating, I'm feeling alive,
When I hear the Baby Rag
…
Mom, dad,
wanna poo, wanna pee, wanna eat, wanna get sleep,
wanna play, want a tale… wanna go to bed late.
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I Wish I Were Twins
02:40
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Bei Mir Bist Du Schoen
04:46
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I'm not a US citizen
I don't speak English very well
I never celebrate Thanksgiving Day
I live so far away from the land of dreams
Even so, Mississippi, wait for me
(Oh, please...)
I always dreamed of goin' to New Orleans
How did it take so long to know you, New Orleans?
I wonder how I lived without you, New Orleans
What can I do? I fell in love with New Orleans
I'm just not used to seeing a storm
Ain't no alligators where I'm from
Things are bigger and newer across the pond
It took me time to learn what “The Big Easy” means…
But, from now on, Louisiana, here we go!
(C'mon! C'mon!)
I always dreamed of goin' to New Orleans
How did it take so long to know you, New Orleans?
I wonder how I lived without you, New Orleans
What can I do? I fell in love with New Orleans
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The Dances I Owe You
03:55
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Long time ago
I had a dream
When I was a boy
Wanted to dance
Whirling through life
Stomping in joy
But as years went by
I grew rather shy
Entangled in worries
I forgot rhythm
N' learnt that life also
Could show a shade of blue
So when that day
You came dazzling by
And I muttered…"Hi"
My feet froze still
I'd lost the beat
To take you and fly
When I see you dancing
Those dances I owe you
When I see you dancing
Those dances I owe you
I can't but sigh
...
Dance, dance, dance,
Dance your pains all right out!
Stand, jump, stomp,
Your way through the night
Dance, fly!
Non stop!
Dance, dance, dance,
Dance your pains all right out!
Stand, jump, stomp,
Your way through the night
Grab life,
And ball it right into daylight
…
So now I sigh
Remembering the night
You passed me by
Where is the boy
That used to dance
That used to fly?
While there's still music
Is it too late
To find the chance?
When I see you dancing
Those dances I owe you…
If I can dance
And regain the joy
I just may get by
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Moonglow
04:01
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You-dle-ee-oo-dee-oo
03:40
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'Cause I'm a tiny woman
they don't take me seriously.
Fighting for a leading role
since I was a teen.
Well-behaved, sweet and quiet,
that's how a girl should be.
I don't like the saying
"No pain, no gain".
They say: women must look pretty
to feel confident,
you need to have a perfect skin
and remove all your body hair.
Keep your head up, sister!
You've been working like a man.
If that's what you want to do, just go ahead,
and don't depend on anyone.
Ain't gonna be a mama
Ain't gonna settle down
And oh, no, baby,
I don't need a bridal gown.
Keep your head up, sister!
The change is in your hands.
Women can be strong.
Women can be brave.
We're asked to prove our worth
but we can't go round alone.
You are not in this world
to be seen and not be heard.
Your man is not your daddy,
you can take care of yourself.
Keep your head up, sister!
You've been working like a man.
If that's what you want to do, just go ahead,
and don't depend on anyone.
Ain't gonna be a mama
Ain't gonna settle down
And oh, no, baby,
I don't need a bridal gown.
Keep your head up, sister!
The change is in your hands
Keep your head up, sister!
And never let them throw you down
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