Late Night

CREDITS
Easton Driver - Lead and backing vocals
Chris Chafin - Acoustic guitar
Jessie Morgan - Violin solo

Written/Produced - Chris Chafin

LYRICS
Another sleepless night, fears grip consumes me
Wondering if you’re safe tonight
Are you still here, I wish that I could see
Knowing that we’ll reunite

Bad things have come your way, I know that’s true
I’m sorry that’s a bridge you’ve had to cross
But don’t go blaming life itself
You won’t find solace, you’ll just stay lost

Don’t ever give up, don’t ever concede 
You can beat this, then you’ll be freed

I’ve watched you rise, I’ve watched you fall
Here from the start to see it all
You mean the world to me, this much is true

I know how much you care for me
I’m counting on you to see it through

I’ve tried so hard to hold on, lived my life around you
Praying that I see you make it through
I’ll give all that I’ve got, I’ll never give in
One thing you know is always true

I’ll always be here, I will not concede
I’ll be here to help you stop your bleed

I’ve watched you rise, I’ve watched you fall
Here from the start to see it all
You mean the world to me, this much is true

I know how much you care for me
I’m counting on you, you gotta make it through

It’s time to leave the past behind
Set yourself free from those chains 

I’m praying for some rest tonight, knowing that you’re safe
I need to know that you didn’t fall
A night where I know I’ll see you again
Please don’t ever let me get “that” call

I’ve watched you rise, I’ve watched you fall
Here from the start to see it all
You mean the world to me, this much is true

I know how much you care for me
I’m counting on you, you gotta make it through

Make It Through (original acoustic demo, Easton)

CREDITS
Easton Driver - Lead and backing vocals
Tim McDonald - Keyboards
Chris Chafin - Acoustic guitar
Raymond Klassen - Dobro
Cordell Emery - Bass
Glenn Welman - Drums

Written/Produced - Chris Chafin

LYRICS
I wish I could give you, the things you deserve
But time has taken its toll on me
You should get the things you need, you're worth everything
You deserve so much more than I can be

I’ve tried all I can to make your life feel whole
Now you need more than I can give

I can't wait another day, to let you run free
Can't bear to see you in such pain
The final gift that I can give to you
Is the freedom to feel loved again

...I give you loves final gift

I'm glad I can give you this last thing you deserve
Our love had held up for so long
Your life will now be sweet, your heart will be complete 
I pray that your new life is just as strong

He’ll do all that he can to make your life feel whole
You’ll no longer need more than I can give

I can't wait another day, to let you run free
Can't bear to see you in such pain
The final gift that I can give to you
Is the freedom to feel loved again

...I give you loves final gift

I thought that our love would last forever
Now my heart feels the pain of being alone

I can't wait another day, to let you run free
Can't bear to see you in such pain
The final gift that I can give to you
Is the freedom to feel loved again

...I give you loves final gift

Love's Final Gift (demo, Easton, 2024-08-20)

For many years I have wanted to see the beauty of the Celtic Highlands. I imagine it would be wonderful. I have been inspired by the previous track ("Ginger Angel") by my friend David Dunham, in which I was able to play.
I know that David has a similar wish and he loves celtic music. Since I have come to appreciate him very much in the past, I would like to dedicate this song to him. This song is for you and "Keep Celtic", David. And please forgive my poor guitar playing. 😉 

I invite you to explore the Highlands in your mind with this track to my music.
I wish you a pleasant journey.


Music by Axel Menningen






Cover image by pixabay (efraimstochter)

Highland

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DANCE AWAY WITH YOU (rock version)
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CREDITS
Lukky Sparxx - All vocals and instruments

Written/Produced by Chris Chafin

LYRICS
They say time heals all wounds
That's not something I trust
Time's betrayed me all of my life
Thinking there would always be enough

The light around me is fading 
Goals of yesterday far behind
Life's desire is winding down
New ambition is hard to find

Soon I'll leave for higher ground
Who will help see me through

It's all breaking down around me
This wasn't part of my plan
I never thought that tomorrow
Was something I would outrun

Soon I'll leave for higher ground
Who will help see me through

My time is drawing near
I need you to help see me through
Please sing to me sweet songs of love
I just want to dance away with you

My blue eyes are turning gray
Memories have grown weaker too
I don't care what's left for me
If I can just dance away with you

My time here has drawn to a close
I need you to help see me through
Please whisper to me sweet songs of love
I just want to dance away with you

My blue eyes have turned to gray
Memories no longer seem true
I've got nothing left to give
Except dance away with you

The light has faded away
Nothing left to decide
Please hold me tight and dance with me
As I drift off away by your side

Dance Away With You (rock version, released 2024-09-11)

Thanks for stopping by.  My name is Chris Chafin and I'm a part-time musician based out of Nashville TN.  I've written/produced all of my posted songs over the last couple of years.  My musical contributions to the songs consist of most of the electric/acoustic guitars and about half of the bass tracks.  Several very good friends have contributed their incredible musical talent and I've relied heavily on other immensely talented musicians around the globe.  Without all of these folks my songs would be nothing but words in my head so to all of those that have contributed, thank you from the bottom of my heart.  But most of all I thank God for all of the blessings in my life, especially the love and patience of my family.

Please give a listen to my music, hopefully something here will resonate and bring enjoyment to you.  The record "Fractured Hearts" is a new folk/americana/country record that I'm in the process of creating and hope to release in 2024.  The album "Music Like Before" is an 80's style rock-based record that I released in 2023.  Lyrics and credits for each song are available by clicking on and viewing the individual tracks.

Dance Away With You (rock version, released 2024-09-11)

Chris Chafin

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