Music Feels (2025)
timothymichaelmusic
26 JUN 2023

V1.
When the guitar strums the first four notes
Of Friends in Low Places
And we’re all sipping and singing
With smiles on our faces
When it’s 9 o’clock on a Saturday
And the Piano Man plays his song
And everyone in the bar room
Is bop, bop, bopping along.

Chorus
It can take you back to childhood
For a night on your hometown lake
Spark a memory of an old flame
And the feelings you can’t fake
It’s cruising town with the windows down
Thinking you’re some kinda big deal
Smile on your face 
with chill bumps every place
That’s the way that music feels

V2.
It might take you down some red dirt road
And help you to remember when
Or help you find a way to write
Your own backroads anthem
It can turn a candle in the wind
Into a raging ring of fire
And be the wind beneath a Freebird’s wings
Music makes you feel like flying

Chorus
It can take you back to childhood
For a night on your hometown lake
Spark a memory of an old flame
And the feelings you can’t fake
It’s cruising town with the windows down
Thinking you’re some kinda big deal
Smile on your face 
with chill bumps every place
That’s the way that music feels

Bridge
It can save the day
Mark the time
Or share the memory
It can motivate
And captivate
Or even set dreams free

Chorus
It can take you back to childhood
And a night on your hometown lake
Spark a memory of an old flame
And the feelings you can’t fake
It’s cruising town with the windows down
Thinking you’re some kinda big deal
Smile on your face 
with chill bumps every place
That’s the way that music feels


That’s the way that music feels



















Music Feels (2025-LSS)

In The Grave
timothymichaelmusic
22 JUL 2023

V1.
He took a new job in the city
And gave up small town life
For better opportunities
For his children and his wife
The neighborhood seemed safe enough
Right up until it wasn’t
And when I ask him how it all went down
He don’t want to discuss it

Chorus
Only you control the narrative
On who will cry the tears
Carried by six of your best friends
Or judged by twelve of your peers
Live or die. The choice is yours
Who’s life you gonna save
You’ve either got to end his time
Or he’ll put you in the grave.

V2.
When he heard the glass break
He reached into that drawer
He knew just how to use it
But he never had before.
With eyes locked and hammer cocked
He thought about his family
But all he’ll really ever say
Is “It was him or it was me.”

Chorus
Only you control the narrative
On who will cry the tears
Carried by six of your best friends
Or judged by twelve of your peers
Live or die. The choice is yours
Who’s life you gonna save
You’ve either got to end his time
Or he’ll put you in the grave.


Bridge
In the dead of the night
Under bright moonlight 
A decision had to be made
Shots rang out in the silence
But it ain’t random violence
When a family needs to be saved

Chorus
Only you control the narrative
On who will cry the tears
Carried by six of your best friends
Or judged by twelve of your peers
Live or die. The choice is yours
Who’s life you gonna save
You’ve either got to end his time
Or he’ll put you in the grave

You’ve either got to end his time
Or he’ll put you in the grave

Or he’ll put you in the grave








In the Grave (Remastered) (Remix)

Love My Grand Folks Had
Dusty Moats/ Tim Schlesener
28 JAN 2024

V1.
His bib overalls and a pocket watch
On the tractor for every sunrise
Face and hands like leather
Plowing fields in the summer sunshine
He worked the farm from dawn til dusk
Did the best that he knew how
Every moment he spent loving her
Bringing truth to every vow

Chorus
I wish for a love like my grand folks had
Where a worn out ring don’t mean worn out hands
Through the highs and lows, through the slammin’ doors
The kind of love most don’t believe in anymore
I got to witness true love first hand
I want the kind of love my grand folks had

V2
She had a sundress in every color
But his favorite one was blue
Even though the shade had faded
It still fit her good as new
Her love for him is stronger now
Than the day she became his wife
Even through the imperfections
They’d made a wonderful life

Chorus
I wish for a love like our grand folks had
Where a worn out ring don’t mean worn out hands
Through the highs and lows, through the slamming doors
The kind of love most don’t believe in anymore
I got to witness true love first hand
I want the kind of love my grand folks had

Bridge
In an age where nothing’s thrown away
Where marriage lasts forever
No matter how messed up things got
They got through it together

Chorus
I wish for a love like our grand folks had
Where a worn out ring don’t mean worn out hands
Through the highs and lows, through the slammin’ doors
The kind of love most don’t believe in anymore
I got to witness true love first hand
I want the kind of love my grand folks had

I got to witness true love first hand
I want the kind of love my grand folks had




Love My Grand Folks Had (2025) (Remix)

V1.
We had Red Rocks on our bucket list
So we rolled west from East Texas
Rowdy trip with girls gone wild
And trash talking our exes
Bags piled high for wardrobe fits
Our fashion sense is elite
Coolers full of liquor
And a bible under the seat

Chorus
We found our share of trouble
I know that much is certain.
Broken glass and rubble
But you can save the sermon
All our life we’ve been survivors
Carrying regrets and burdens
But our lips are sealed forever
And that bible’s soaked in bourbon

V2.
Cody Jinks put on a show
A rocking religious experience
But the highlights of the night
Quickly turned to something serious
Late after the after party
We headed for our hotel
But the Rocky Mountains gave us
A close-up view of living hell

Chorus
We found our share of trouble
I know that much is certain.
Broken glass and rubble
But you can save the sermon
All our life we’ve been survivors
We fared better than that Suburban
But our lips are sealed forever
And that bible’s soaked in bourbon

Bridge
When the surgeon pulled back the curtain
She raised that Bible soaked in bourbon

Chorus
We found our share of trouble
I know that much is certain.
Broken glass and rubble
But you can save the sermon
We are ALL still survivors
But we said goodbye to that Suburban
And every trip from now on
Includes that bible soaked in bourbon

Soaked in bourbon






Bible Soaked In Bourbon (2025) (Remix)

Missing You
TimothyMichaelMusic
24 MAR 2025

V1.
This ain’t no whiskey song
It ain’t about drinking beer
You won’t find no trucks or tailgates
In this song here
No pickup lines, no neon lights
No happy summer days in June
It’s the kind of song I write
When I’m missing you

Chorus
When I’m missing you
The days and nights seem long
When I’m missing you
Everything right here feels wrong
It makes me question life
And if it’s worth even going through
… When I’m missing you

V2.
You’re on the road again
And I’m home only lonely
I pass the time and watch the clock
But, damn it’s moving slowly
I try to fake it ‘til I make it
This smile is feeling phony
Girl, if you think I don’t miss you
That’s baloney

Chorus
When I’m missing you
The days and nights seem long
When I’m missing you
Everything right here feels wrong
It makes me question life
And if it’s worth even going through
… When I’m missing you

Bridge
Just one week without you
Should be an easy thing that’s true
If I didn’t know better
But, dammit I do

Chorus
When I’m missing you
The days and nights seem long
When I’m missing you
Everything right here feels wrong
It makes me question life
And if it’s worth even going through
… When I’m missing you

When I’m missing you

When I’m missing you



Missing You (2025) (Cover)

Painting A Picture
timothymichaelmusic
22 FEB 2024

V1.
Pink sunrise over waving waters
We’re walking hand in hand
Following the foamy shoreline
Colorful seashells in the sand
The blue sea shines like diamonds
Reflecting in your eyes
The silent breeze brings a comfort
That I rarely recognize

Chorus
Painting a picture of perfection
The grand illusion in my dreams
The moments that I wish for
Coming true here scene by scene
All the colors of the rainbow
Blending together in a mixture
Of everything I hoped for
Painting a picture. 

V2.
Skin kissed too hard by sunlight
But the reds will turn to brown
Our bodies filled with chill bumps
As the sun is setting down
We become part of the music 
In an all-night sing-along
And the laughter in the bar rooms
Just becomes part of the song.

Chorus
Painting a picture of perfection
The grand illusion in my dreams
The moments that I wish for
Coming true here scene by scene
All the colors of the rainbow
Blending together in a mixture
Of everything I hoped for
Painting a picture. 

Bridge
We didn’t make it back to the room
Never even thought to stop and eat
We met the next sunrise on the shoreline
Just hoping we could get a repeat.

Chorus
Painting a picture of perfection
The grand illusion in my dreams
The moments that I wish for
Coming true here scene by scene
All the colors of the rainbow
Blending together in a mixture
Of everything I hoped for
Painting a picture. Painting a picture

Painting a picture.





Painting A Picture (2025)

Meet You In The Middle
timothymichaelmusic
22 AUG 2024

V1
We all love this great country
So we’ve got to end the hate
It ain’t red and blue, it’s me and you
That will determine our fate
Let’s put away the talking points
And start a real conversation
Forget the political rhetoric
And come together as a nation

Chorus
Here are our fears…. Ease them
There’s opportunities… Seize them
Here are our problems… what can we do
We’ve all got dreams… help them come true
It’s gonna take us all
To solve this complicated riddle
If you want to make America great again
I’ll meet you in the middle

V2.
So let’s sit down at the table
And combine to make a plan
Because divided we are gonna fall
But United we will stand
Stop the finger pointing
Quit playing the blame game
Let’s put our heads together
And do something to make a change

Chorus
Here are our fears…. Ease them
There’s opportunities… Seize them
Here are our problems… what can we do
We’ve all got dreams… help them come true
It’s gonna take us all
To solve this complicated riddle
If you want to make America great again
I’ll meet you in the middle

Bridge
We’ve gotta use some common sense
For an agenda that’s inclusive
And find some common middle ground
That always seems elusive

Chorus
Here are our fears…. Ease them
There’s opportunities… Seize them
Here are our problems… what can we do
We’ve all got dreams… help them come true
It’s gonna take us all
To solve this complicated riddle
If you want to make America great again
I’ll meet you in the middle

It’s gonna take us all
To solve this complicated riddle
If you want to make America great again
I’ll meet you in the middle

I’ll meet you in the middle

Meet You In The Middle (2025)

Won’t Be Chasing You
Melissa Coston/Tim Schlesener
19 SEP 2025

V1
I remember when I told Daddy
I was moving to Tennessee
He said one in a million make it girl
And it probably wasn’t me
I hung my head, my heart sank in my chest
But I kept rolling down I 40 West 
Bending strings and singing tunes
Still believing dreams come true

Chorus
Chase what you love and go through hell
Those no’s will turn to yes
You gotta have faith and trust the process
And push on past the rest
Down the road those dreams will all come true
You gotta keep chasing dreams 
‘Cos they won’t be chasing you

V2.
I remember the day I told momma
That I was coming home
I walked through the kitchen
She sat down to listen
To Alexa play my song
Her eyes grew big. Her smile so bright
She said baby girl 
It’s just a matter of time

Chorus
Chase what you love and go through hell
Those no’s will turn to yes
You gotta have faith and trust the process
And push on past the rest
Down the road those dreams will all come true
You gotta keep chasing dreams
‘Cos they won’t be chasing you

Bridge
This 10 year town ain’t made for the weak
What’s kept me strong is you supporting me

Chorus
Chase what you love and go through hell
Those no’s will turn to yes
You gotta have faith and trust the process
And push on past the rest
Down the road those dreams will all come true
You gotta keep chasing dreams
‘Cos they won’t be chasing you




Won't Be Chasing You

Precious Time
TimothyMichaelMusic
01 FEB 2023

V1.
I became blind to the passage of time
Watching the sun go down today
Found No satisfaction with the lack of action
So I carelessly looked away
Though only minutes passed, there’s a stark contrast
And the light has been withdrawn
In the blink of an eye the years go by
And the life we lived is gone

Chorus
It’s captured in a photo
And reflected in the mirror
Pictures held up side by side
The image can’t be clearer
Daily changes we don’t notice
But the truth is so sublime
Nothing in life is more costly
Than wasting precious time

V2. 
The quality of the answers
Lies in the questions we’re
And presumptions and opinions
Don’t show the truth we’re masking
The tragedy that’s in progress
Playing out before our eyes
Is that the frailty of our existence
Lies in the truth that’s in disguise

Chorus
It’s captured in a photo
And reflected in the mirror
Pictures held up side by side
The image can’t be clearer
Daily changes we don’t notice
But the truth is so sublime
Nothing in life is more costly
Than wasting precious time

Bridge
Minutes turn to hours
Hours turn to days
Years turn into decades
As life starts to fade away


Chorus
It’s captured in a photo
And reflected in the mirror
Pictures held up side by side
The image can’t be clearer
Daily changes we don’t notice
But the truth is so sublime
Nothing in life is more costly
Than wasting precious time




Precious Time (2025) (1)

One WTF At A Time
TmothyMichaelMusic
01 DEC 2024

V1.
On Wednesday you said you’re leaving
Thursday you’re already living with him
Friday night around 2 a.m.
You said you want me back again
I don’t roll back that easy
This heart needs time to mend
And the bridge that you left burning
Is still in flames my friend

Chorus
Babe, don’t go away mad, 
I need a few more days
The W, T, F, you started with
Don’t get fixed by Saturday
This week just leaves me feeling
You’re too far past the line
And I can only handle 
One W, T, F at a time

V2.
On Wednesday I was still in shock
By Thursday I was drinking
And Friday when you drunk dialed me
I’ll admit it got me thinking
About forgiving and forgetting
And building on our past
But there’s so much to cover up
That we could never last

Chorus
Babe, don’t go away mad, 
But I need a few more days
The W, T, F, you started with
Don’t get fixed by Saturday
This week just leaves me feeling
You’re too far past the line
And I can only handle 
One W, T, F at a time

Bridge
On Sunday I went to church and prayed
That you’d let me move on to better days

Chorus
Babe, just know I ain’t mad 
But I’m gonna go away
The W, T, F, you started with
Can’t get fixed in all my days
This week just leaves me feeling
We’re too far past the line
And I can only handle 
One W, T, F at a time

Yeah, I can only handle 
One W, T, F at a time






One WTF At A Time (2025-RD)

Every Time (Revised 2025)
timothymichaelmusic
26 SEP 2023

V1
He was peeling an apple with a pocket knife
And eating it right off the blade
I knew I’d best pay close attention
To anything he said
He was a quiet guy, most of time
If he was talking I was listening
‘cos he’s been right every single time
With the advice that I’ve been given

Chorus:
He said, It’s not so much about the law
As it is about the heart
And blindly seeking justice
Just divides us all apart.
It’s less about the destination
Than it is about the climb.
Faced with the choice to be right or kind
Choose kind and you’ll be right every time.

V2
Jumbled thoughts on a page in a notebook
Carefully coupled together.
His life lessons preserved for me
‘Cos he knew he wouldn’t live forever
Stay humble in the best of times
In the worst of times learn to forgive
Say I’m sorry, and love with all your might
Show compassion. Live and let live

Chorus 
He said, Stay curious yet patient
Let your quest for knowledge always burn
Rise above the mediocrity
In the game of life you win or learn
It’s less about the destination
Than it is about the climb.
Faced with the choice to be right or kind
Choose kind and you’ll be right every time


Bridge
He said dream big, but live in the moment
And make great memories
Love God and have faith in Jesus
And don’t forget to remember me

Chorus
It’s less about the destination
Than it is about the climb.
Faced with the choice to be right or kind
Choose kind and you’ll be right every time.

Every Time (2025-SS)

Day On The Lake
timothymichaelmusic
26SEP 2022

Chorus
Memories to make 
As we bake on the lake
Make a wake to our fishing hole
And the prize on the line
Makes a dang good time
Stretched tight from the end of my pole
Casting and catching
Fishin’ and reeling
Just as fast as I can pull ‘em in
Grabbin a tan 
And an ice cold can
Day on the lake for the win

V1.
This work week’s through
Fun stuff to do
Gonna leave the world behind
Tell my phone
To just leave me alone
It’s time to go unwind

Chorus
Memories to make 
As we bake on the lake
Make a wake to our fishing hole
And the the prize on the line
Makes a dang good time
Stretched tight from the end of my pole
Casting and catching
Fishin’ and reeling
Just as fast as I can pull ‘em in
Grabbin a tan 
And an ice cold can
Day on the lake for the win

V2
Leave the clock at the dock
I don’t want to talk
Keepin’ this on the down low
Have no fear 
There’s a cooler of beer
And good tunes on the radio

Chorus
Memories to make 
As we bake on the lake
Make a wake to our fishing hole
And the the prize on the line
Makes a dang good time
Stretched tight from the end of my pole
Casting and catching
Fishin’ and reeling
Just as fast as I can pull ‘em in
Grabbin a tan 
And an ice cold can
Day on the lake for the win




Day On The Lake (2025)

Recycled
timothymichaelmusic
5 OCT 2020

V1.
Damned if you don’t or if you do.
What the hell’s a man to do
Just an image that I’m trying to portray?
I’m just looking for the truth
And the driver turns the screw.
Seems like yet another déjà vu day.

Like a performer on a stage
Reciting lines from a page
Watching them admire me from the stands
Fake it til I make it.
It’s my claim if I’ll just stake it.
But wherever it is that I go there I am

Chorus
I’m on a vision quest.
Just sorting through the mess.
Testifying as a witness at my own trial.
Can I even believe the lie?
Looking through the beholders eye.
Nothing new here to see I think I’m just recycled.
Recycled

V2.
Bang your head against the wall.
Yet another curtain call.
Show’s never over when you’re stuck in the encore.
Is it time to lay it down?
Or shall I play another round?
Am I really better off now than before?

Rehearsing lines from a scene
What’s it really even mean?
Trying to be all that I can be.
Am I faking or am I feeling?
What’s the secret I’m not revealing?
Whoever I am I’m still the same old me

Chorus
I’m on a vision quest.
Just sorting through the mess.
Testifying as a witness at my own trial.
Can I even believe the lie?
Looking through the beholders eye.
Nothing new here to see I think I’m just recycled

Bridge
Maybe I’m just adding to the confusion
And this life is merely an illusion

Chorus
I’m on a vision quest.
Just sorting through the mess.
Testifying as a witness at my own trial.
Can I even believe the lie?
Looking through the beholders eye.
Nothing new here to see I think I’m just recycled

I think I’m just recycled

I think I’m just recycled

I’m just recycled


Recycled (2025) (Cover)

I’m A Lover Not A Fighter
TimothyMichaelMusic
30 SEP 2024

V1.
Sometimes lips get loose with liquor
We said some things we didn’t mean
But the reaction that you gave me
Ain’t one I’ve ever seen
I’m not sure what tripped your trigger
But I know I ain’t that guy
You’re gonna have to spend the night time
Just wondering why

Chorus
I ain’t here for your all-nighter
I’m a lover not a fighter
And by morning you’ll be quieter
You’ve just had too much to drink
Now I’m laying down alone
You’re a little too far gone
To make sense of what I’m saying
So I’ll give you time to think
When you’re mad …
You’re one hell of a gas lighter
And I’m a lover not a fighter

V2
When I walked away
You screamed don’t you even care.
But if you knew me like I know me
You’d know I don’t fight fair
It’s Cos I care much more about you
Than I care about a “win”
And losing you…
… Would be a sin.

Chorus
I ain’t here for your all-nighter
I’m a lover not a fighter
And by morning you’ll be quieter
You’ve just had too much to drink
Now I’m laying down alone
You’re a little too far gone
To make sense of what I’m saying
So I’ll give you time to think
When you’re mad …
You’re one hell of a gas lighter
And I’m a lover not a fighter

Bridge
I’ll always trade my silence
Instead of going toe to toe
‘Cos you never know how far it’s gonna go

Chorus
I ain’t here for your all-nighter
I’m a lover not a fighter
And by morning you’ll be quieter
You’ve just had too much to drink
Now I’m laying down alone
You’re a little too far gone
To make sense of what I’m saying
So I’ll give you time to think
When you’re mad …
You’re one hell of a gas lighter
And I’m a lover not a fighter

When you’re mad …
You’re one hell of a gas lighter
And I’m a lover not a fighter

I’m a lover not a fighter





I'm A Lover Not A Fighter (SS)

The Wave
timothymichaelmusic
01 OCT 2022

V1.
Your song is my beach playlist
Tuned on my heart’s radio
Like raindrops on a tin roof
That fall while thunder rolls

You’re the ebb and flow of life
That brings balance perfectly 
You’re the yin meeting the yang
That strikes a chord inside of me

Chorus
You’re the wave
Your whole life lived as the mighty ocean’s slave

Roll tide, roll
You’re the sound that quiets my rowdy soul

A reminder to be patient
And a memo to be brave

Roll tide, roll
You’re the wave

V2.
Teardrops traveling a lifetime
Landing softly with a scream
And the sound of children laughing
As I wake up from a dream.

You’re the crash right at the climax
When the finish line is reached
Pulled back out with the rip tide
When you finally reach the beach

Chorus
You’re the wave
Your whole life lived as the mighty ocean’s slave

Roll tide, roll
You’re the sound that quiets my rowdy soul

A reminder to be patient
And a memo to be brave

Roll tide, roll
You’re the wave

Bridge
You renew the love reaction
As the last link in the chain
The light shining in the tunnel
And the rainbow after the rain.

Chorus
You’re the wave
Your whole life lived as the mighty ocean’s slave

Roll tide, roll
You’re the sound that quiets my rowdy soul

A reminder to be patient
And a memo to be brave

Roll tide, roll
You’re the wave

Roll tide, roll
You’re the wave







The Wave (2025) (Cover)

Shut Up And Listen
TimothyMichaelMusic
04 OCT 2024

V1
The crispness of the morning
Winter’s chill is in the breeze
Water splashing on a shoreline
Wind whistling through pine trees
Answers flowing in the river
… Nature’s a magician
Can you hear the voice of reason?
Shut up and listen.

Chorus
You can’t hear what God is saying
If you’ve already made up your mind
About what you want Him to say
But I think that you might find
The answers to life’s questions
Are often found within
The Holy Spirit is blowing in the wind
Shut up and listen

V2.
A bobber on the water
Sunshine on my skin
Wondering if I’m fishing
Or if he’s fishing for me, man.
Children laughing in the distance
Can’t we all just get along
If we just shut up and listen
To the message in the song

Chorus
You can’t hear what God is saying
If you’ve already made up your mind
About what you want Him to say
But I think that you might find
The answers to life’s questions
Are often found within
The Holy Spirit is blowing in the wind
Shut Up and Listen

Bridge
Let nature fill your mind
And fresh air fill your soul
Be confident that God is in control
Shut up and listen

Chorus
You can’t hear what God is saying
If you’ve already made up your mind
About what you want Him to say
But I think that you might find
The answers to life’s questions
Are often found within
The Holy Spirit is blowing in the wind
Shut Up and Listen

Shut up and listen

Shut Up and listen





Shut Up And Listen (5-2025)

Ten Pesos
TimothyMichaelMusic
04 OCT 2024

V1.
I winked at her and smiled...
She said "you're definitely a 10...
But I'm only talking pesos,
So please, let’s just be friends
I broke out my guitar
and I softly strummed along
Baby if you don't look closely
I can win you with a song

Chorus
I got shot down in Ruidoso
Left behind up in Red River
Lonely Angel Fire nights
Her cold shoulder made me shiver
I had some better days in Taos
Made some strides in Santa Fe
I’ve still got the same ten pesos
And if you ask I’m on my way.

V2
Everywhere she went I followed
Across miles of white ski slopes
And I chased that pretty girl
All over New Mexico
She may have started as my opener
But we’ve moved on to duets
My comeback game is strong
I’ve got 10 pesos left to bet.

Chorus
I got shot down in Ruidoso
Left behind up in Red River
Lonely Angel Fire nights
Her cold shoulder made me shiver
I had some better days in Taos
Made some strides in Santa Fe
I’ve still got the same ten pesos
And if you ask I’m on my way

Bridge
I know I’ll never be living large
On my 10 peso cover charge


Chorus
I got shot down in Ruidoso
Left behind up in Red River
Lonely Angel Fire nights
Her cold shoulder made me shiver
I had some better days in Taos
Made some strides in Santa Fe
I’ve still got the same ten pesos
And if you ask I’m on my way

I’ve still got the same ten pesos
And if you ask I’m on my way



Ten Pesos (5-2025) (Cover)

Short Stop
timothymichaelmusic.com
05 OCT 2022

V1.
I had to flip my shades down
Sun was bright behind her frame.
I’d never seen her here before
But I had to know her name
Sent a note to her seat from the dugout
Asking for a number swap
258-2491
From the shortstop

Chorus
It was a short stop for drinks and dinner
A short stop for dancing and wine
A short stop at Jared to find a ring
‘Cos I had to make her mine
A short stop down on one knee
With a question I had to pop
With tears in her eyes she said yes
To a short stop. To a Shortstop.

V2.
For years she watched from the wive’s seats
She never missed a game
One day gave him a son
A shortstop with junior behind his name
As he played and grew they both knew
That he’d make it to the top
And a short stop became a lifetime
Watching their shortstop.

Chorus
It was a short stop for drinks and dinner
A short stop for dancing and wine
A short stop at Jared to find a ring
‘Cos I had to make her mine
A short stop down on one knee
With a question I had to pop
With tears in her eyes she said yes
To a short stop. To a Shortstop.

Chorus
It was a short stop for drinks and dinner
A short stop for dancing and wine
A short stop at Jared to find a ring
‘Cos I had to make her mine
A short stop down on one knee
With a question I had to pop
With tears in her eyes she said yes
To a short stop. To a Shortstop.

Short Stop (2025) (Cover)

What If (Revised)
timothymichaelmusic
19 MAY 2022
Lyrics – Tim Schlesener BMI 01126229678

V1.
The evil and the righteous 
Are all caught in the same lie
Because the truth is even stranger
And no one questions why
And some will walk in the darkness
While others live in light
And each day’s a constant battle
And there’s no silence in the night.

Chorus
What if this is heaven?
Or maybe this is hell?
And the paths cross one another
Because the world already fell.
And time is only told by counting
Every single grain of sand
What if the Holy Spirit is the wind
And God is all the land

V2.
Our paths are interwoven
Like a quilt covering the shame
Everyone is pointing fingers
But no one takes the blame
Smoke and mirrors hide the truth
Will we ever really know?
The condition of the heart
Determines the route that each man goes.

Chorus
What if this is heaven?
Or maybe this is hell?
And the paths cross one another
Because the world already fell.
And time is only told by counting
Every single grain of sand
What if the Holy Spirit is the wind
And God is all the land

Bridge
When lies become the truth
And the truth becomes believed
It’s part of the grand illusion
Because we all have been deceived

Chorus
What if this is heaven?
Or maybe this is hell?
And the paths cross one another
Because the world already fell.
And time is only told by counting
Every single grain of sand
What if the Holy Spirit is the wind
And God is all the land




What If (2025) (Cover5)

Lesson
Timothy Michael Music
07 OCT 2025

V1.
If life’s a game of inches
I feel like I’m a mile away
From catching those dreams I’m chasing
And the prayers I pray
I might be a longshot bet
But I’m gonna find a way
My lotto numbers ain’t hit yet
But I know there will come a day

Chorus
Another no,
Another door slammed in my face
But I know
It’s a marathon not a race
I’ll break the curse
With a big ol’ blessing
Sometimes W ends up for the worst
But the L is always the lesson

V2.
I’d rather have crumbs with bums
Than eat steaks with snakes
Keep reaching for the real ones
And throwing back the fakes
Something in my soul
Keeps me reaching for the gold
When the timing’s right
The Good Lord will take control

Chorus
Another no,
Another door slammed in my face
But I know
It’s a marathon not a race
I’ll break the curse
With a big ol’ blessing
Sometimes W end up for the worst
But the L is always the lesson


Bridge
The No’s will turn to yes
And the maybe’s will disappear
‘Cos faith over fear
Is gonna make one hell of a year

Chorus
Another no,
Another door slammed in my face
But I know
It’s a marathon not a race
I’ll break the curse
With a big ol’ blessing
Sometimes W’s end up for the worst
But the L is always the lesson

Sometimes W’s end up for the worst
But the L is always the lesson










Lesson (2025) (Cover)

Old Keys
TimothyMichaelMusic
13 OCT 2021

V1.
The key to leaving behind the past
Is to lock it up and walk away.
And if I never shut that door
I’d always be tempted to stay
But this door looks like a mirror
And this reflection’s starting to show it
It don’t take much to quit 
And I’ll be gone before you know it.

Chorus
In the junk drawer in my kitchen
There’s a ring that’s filled with keys
They unlock everything I’ve owned
And they aid in my disease
I never want to turn back time
And be the things I was before
I’d be better off if I lost every one,
Because old keys don’t open new doors.

V2.
There’s the key to my first apartment.
The one we shared before I got burned
And the keys to every car I’ve crashed
And the lessons that I learned.
The keys to my failed hopes and dreams
The ones that you begged me to start.
And then there’s the key I hate the most
The one that unlocks my great big heart.

Chorus
In the junk drawer in my kitchen
There’s a ring that’s filled with keys
They unlock everything I’ve owned
And they aid in my disease
I never want to turn back time
And be the things I was before
I’d be better off if I lost every one,
Because old keys don’t open new doors

Bridge
The key to moving forward
And the key to moving on
Are the only keys I’m taking 
‘Cos I’m packed up and gone

Chorus
In the junk drawer in my kitchen
There’s a ring that’s filled with keys
They unlock everything I’ve owned
And they aid in my disease
I never want to turn back time
And be all the things I was before
I’d be better off if I lost every one,
Because old keys don’t open new doors



Old Keys (2025)

As Good As Good Can Get
Timothymichaelmusic
26 AUG 2021

V1.
I’ve been wrong on first impressions
I’ve been right on second chances
I’ve loved and lost 
And had some failed romances.
With lessons learned and tables turned
I’ve got a brand new plan
I just take them one day at a time
And live the best I can.

Chorus
Did I get old too soon
Or did I get wise too late.
Whichever way, I’m thankful for
What brought me to today
I guess I’ll always wonder 
If I’m where I’m headed yet
But I’ve got the feeling
Life’s as good as good can get

V2.
I’ve never been the kind to live 
Just sitting on the sidelines
But I’ve learned to use some self-control
And live within the guidelines
I took a good look at the good book
And corrected my wayward ways
Now I’m living in the moments
Of my very best days

Chorus
Did I get old too soon
Or did I get wise too late.
Whichever way, I’m thankful for
What brought me to today
I guess I’ll always wonder 
If I’m where I’m headed yet
But I’ve kinda got the feeling
Life’s as good as good can get


Chorus
Did I get old too soon
Or did I get wise too late.
Whichever way, I’m thankful for
What brought me to today
I guess I’ll always wonder 
If I’m where I’m headed yet
But I’ve kinda got the feeling
Life’s as good as good can get





As Good As Good Can Get (Cover)

Sucker Punched
TimothyMichaelMusic
08 SEP 2025

V1.
Oh, man of God
Come join the fight
You can’t play it safe
If you want meaning in your life
Do you think that Jesus promised
To make all your dreams come true?
He said He’d be there in your corner
Fighting the good fight with you

Chorus
I can do hard things.
I was born for this.
Open war is cast upon us
A life of purpose requires risk
The line between good and evil
Cuts through the heart of every man
I’ll stand and fight against it
So I’m not sucker punched again

V2.
Good vibes can’t be the focus
Nor approval though good deeds
I can’t life hack my way to Heaven
If I make it all about me.
It’s focused faithful acts of intention
Not random acts of kindness
I’m gonna fight my way to Heaven
When we leave this world behind us

Chorus
I can do hard things.
I was born for this.
Open war is cast upon us
A life of purpose requires risk
The line between good and evil
Cuts through the heart of every man
I’ll stand and fight against it
So I’m not sucker punched again


Bridge
Righteousness, peace and joy
Only come when you bend the knee
Go all in with Jesus
And the fight will set you free

Chorus
I can do hard things.
I was born for this.
Open war is cast upon us
A life of purpose requires risk
The line between good and evil
Cuts through the heart of every man
I’ll stand and fight against it
So I’m not sucker punched again

So I’m not sucker punched again





Sucker Punched (Cover)

“The Unexpected” 
TimothyMichaelMusic
20OCT 2020

V1.
It’s not my style to have a plan
Living in the moment when I can
Make it up as I go, 
knowing it’s not perfected.

Living it up, and taking it in.
Then I’m shifting on the fly again
And always thanking God 
for the unexpected

Chorus 1:
It’s a call from a friend right out of the blue
With just the perfect thing to do.
It’s a sunrise when you thought you’d sleep in
And the things you may never do again

It’s snuggling up close, it’s hugs from behind
It’s taking a breath and catching a sign
It’s taking the chance, placing the bet
And all the stuff I never will forget.

Opportunities seized for things 
I might not have selected
Because you can’t schedule up the unexpected.

V2.
So I’m saying yes and going with the flow
Being open to options I didn’t know
And living the life I never knew 
that I was destined.

I’ll take that shot when the odds are thin.
Just go all out and go all in
And thank the Lord 
for the unexpected.

Chorus 2:
It’s hearing the words I love you 
For the very first time.
It’s the faith and hope
Knowing God will provide.

It’s a surprise wedding proposal
From a twist of fate
A night that changed your life
All from a blind date

It’s hearing your child’s voice 
When they probably could have just texted
The best moments in life come 
from the unexpected

Musical Bridge

Chorus 1:
It’s a call from a friend right out of the blue
With just the perfect thing to do.
It’s a sunrise when you thought you’d sleep in
And the things you may never do again

It’s snuggling up close, it’s hugs from behind
It’s taking a breath and catching a sign
It’s taking the chance, placing the bet
And all the stuff I never will forget.

Opportunities seized for things 
I might not have selected
Because you just can’t schedule up
 the unexpected.



The Unexpected (5-2025)

Let Your Imagination Run (Final)
timothymichaelmusic.com
05 JUL 2023

V1.
This same old same old dejavu
I need a getaway with you
And get out of the doldrums
I’m ready for some fun
The sand and sea and sun
Tropical tunes and steel drums
And I’m sure I’m not the only one,
So babe let your imagination run.

Chorus 1
My favorite way to get you smiling
Is floating through the Virgin Islands
Set our clocks to island time
Unwind and leave our cares behind
Summer tans and happy tunes
Are all included with the room.
The fun here don’t stop with the setting sun
Go on and let your imagination run

{Instrumental]

V2.
What if we just call this home
We can work from anywhere on the globe
Where the sun is shining all day long
Just strum along and sing some songs
Babe, you know I got your back.
This might be a great life hack
Could be the coolest thing we’ve ever done.
………..

Chorus 2
Or we can take it to the Florida Keys
Ain’t much chance that place will freeze
We could be our story’s heroes
Hanging out at Mile Zero
Island hopping hand in hand
Dock the boat right on the sand
Life sure would be a lot more fun
Go on and let your imagination run

[Instrumental]

Bridge
All our favorite spots on earth
Are half submerged in salty surf.
According to my navigation calculator
The finish line is close to the equator.

Chorus 2
Or we can take it to the Florida Keys
Ain’t much chance that place will freeze
We could be our story’s heroes
Hanging out at Mile Zero
Island hopping hand in hand
Dock the boat right on the sand
Life sure would be a lot more fun
Go on and let your imagination run

Go on and let your imagination run

Go on and let your imagination run







Let Your Imagination Run (Cover)

Stepping Up The Stairs 
timothymichaelmusic
18 DEC 2023

V1.
I used to run full throttle to the bottom of the bottle
To erase her memory
I’d taken all the blame, swallowed all the shame
Hiding pain so the world can’t see.
When the demons were drowned it was time to turn around
Looking up from the bottom of the pit
Satan’s a traitor there was no elevator
Had to climb the ladder out of it.

Chorus
When I hit rock bottom I guess I’d forgotten
That there’s light beyond the dark.
Time to take control and climb out of the hole.
I just needed a little spark
From flicker to flame there ain’t no shame
No time to be scared
I gotta stop staring up the steps
And start stepping up the stairs

V2.
When the destination is unknown
It’s hard to know the path to take
And when the road ahead starts winding
I’ll take every step in faith.
Making mole hills out of mountains
Ascending to the end
Nothing in life takes more courage 
Than putting myself together again

Chorus
When I hit rock bottom I guess I’d forgotten
That there’s light beyond the dark.
Time to take control and climb out of the hole.
I just needed a little spark
From flicker to flame there ain’t no shame
No time to be scared
I gotta stop staring up the steps
And start stepping up the stairs

Bridge
I’ve been knocked down a thousand ways
But I get back up every time
And when I reach the peak
I see the steps were worth the climb

Chorus
When I hit rock bottom I guess I’d forgotten
That there’s light beyond the dark.
Time to take control and climb out of the hole.
I just needed a little spark
From flicker to flame there ain’t no shame
No time to be scared
I gotta stop staring up the steps
And start stepping up the stairs

I just gotta stop staring up the steps 
And start stepping up the stairs





Stepping Up The Stairs (5-2025)

Love You Back
Tim Schlesener 
12/8/2019

V1
A little wine while I whine
About the way you spend your time.
Hello Stupid! 
Here’s your sign.

You’re caught up in the fantasy
Of reality TV
And once again that leaves me last in line.

In your imaginary world view
Gaming til after 2
You know you really need to change your plan

And if you give a damn
Drop the controller out your hand
And show me you still know how to be a man.

Chorus
If you’d just love me first
I’d love you the best.
Make me your priority 
And you’ll never need the rest

You love to gamble at casinos
You love betting at the track
You love your Dallas Cowboys
But do they ever love you back?

V2
You’re always hunting and fishin
And you never ask permission
Leaving me here at home 
holding down the fort.

You gotta watch all your favorite teams
Doing all their sporty things
And if they lose the game 
you’re all out of sort.

Chorus
If you’d just love me first
I’d love you the best.
Make me your priority
And you’ll never need the rest.
You love gambling at casinos
You love betting at the track
You love your Dallas Cowboys
But do they ever love you back?

Bridge
You get so upset when you lose a bet
Maybe someday you’ll see
It ain’t half as bad as losing me

Chorus
If you’d just love me first
I’d love you the best.
Make me your priority
And you’ll never need the rest.

You love gambling at casinos
You love betting at the track
You love your Dallas Cowboys
But do they ever love you back?





Love You Back (2025)

Up On Vine Street
TimothyMichaelMusic
29 OCT 2025

V1.
Grandma wasn’t champagne brunchin’
Or attending ladies luncheons
She was taking care of our family

No twelve dollar iced mochas
With some avocado toast
No hot yoga and tattoo sleeves

Mom wasn’t sitting on her ass
Ordering GrubHub and Door Dash
Everything we ate was home made

No subscriptions to watch TV
No rapper style S U V’s 
She drove the P O S parked out in the driveway

Chorus
We were paycheck to paycheck
Scrimping and saving every dime
But we had everything we needed
Every time

I never knew the struggle
We were as rich as we could be
In that little three-bedroom house
Up on Vine Street

V2.
Grandpa worked the night shift
Loading trucks and driving forklifts
Trading sleep for all the things we’d need

The truck he drove sounded like thunder
So we never had to wonder
We’d hear him coming way down the street

Pop could fix anything in sight
If it was broke he’d make it right
He had mechanic’s magic in his hands

He never missed a ball game
Always there to watch us play
Proud and smiling. Top row of the stands

Chorus
We were paycheck to paycheck
Scrimping and saving every dime
But we had everything we needed
Every time

I never knew the struggle
We were as rich as we could be
In that little three-bedroom house
Up on Vine Street

Bridge
It was tight as could be
But we always made ends meet
Never thought of taking out a loan

We chased all of our dreams,
But we lived within our means
Never tried to keep up with the Jones’s

Chorus
We were paycheck to paycheck
Scrimping and saving every dime
But we had everything we needed
Every time

I never knew the struggle
We were as rich as we could be
In that little three-bedroom house
Up on Vine Street

Outro
We were as rich as we could be
In that little three-bedroom house
Up on Vine Street






Up On Vine Street (2025)

Well, Whiskey
TimothyMichaelMusic
03 NOV 2025

V1.
Whitney’s sippin’ Chardonnay
At the end of every day
A glass or two helps her to unwind

If the bottle goes on ice
I know she’s paid the price
And today was really unkind

But, when she’s sipping from the well
I can always tell
She’s going back in time

Chorus
Well, Whiskey
Tell me Girl, what’s on your mind
Those eyes start getting misty 
When she starts to rewind

All the people that she’s loved 
And places she’s left behind
Shots she’s taken
Opportunities declined

This time you know I hope she comes back quickly
Well, Whiskey

V2
When her toes are in the sand
There’s a Tito’s in her hand
Listening to the sound of crashing waves

She gets that twinkle in her eye
With a little vodka high
And I know it’s gonna be a real good day

But, when she’s sipping from the well
I can always tell
She’s checking out today

Chorus
Well, Whiskey
Tell me Girl, what’s on your mind
Those eyes start getting misty 
When she starts to rewind

All the people that she’s loved 
And places she’s left behind
Shots she’s taken
Opportunities declined

This time you know I hope she comes back quickly
Well, Whiskey

Bridge
One thing I know for certain
She gets turned up on the bourbon

Chorus
Well, Whiskey
Tell me Girl, what’s on your mind
Those eyes start getting misty 
When she starts to rewind

All the people that she’s loved 
And places she’s left behind
Shots she’s taken
Opportunities declined

This time you know I hope she comes back quickly
Well, Whiskey

This time you know I hope she comes back quickly
Well, Whiskey

Well, Whiskey (2025) (Cover)

Wish I Was A Goldfish
timothymichaelmusic
25 JUL 2023

V1.
I can’t catch a break today
Nothing seems to go my way
Work week’s working me over
In this month of Mondays
My love life ain’t much better
Because I went and let her
Live rent free in my head
And I can’t seem to forget her

Chorus
Wish I was a goldfish
‘cause I heard that they forget quick
Just swim away and clear my mind
I can’t seem to escape
My brain always takes the bait
And my memory hits rewind
There’s one thing that would prob’ly fix all this
I wish I was a goldfish

V2
If I had no memory
I’d have the opportunity
To look at all the positives
Then maybe I could see
I’d be happy right here in my pond
Where the sun is shining all day long
I’d just keep on swimming
Right here where I belong.

Chorus
Wish I was a goldfish
‘cause I heard that they forget quick
Swim away and clear my mind
I can’t seem to escape
My brain always takes the bait
And my memory hits rewind
There’s one thing that would prob’ly fix all this
I wish I was a goldfish

Bridge
I’d have the shortest memory
There’d be nothing left of her and me
It might be the only thing to set me free

Chorus
Wish I was a goldfish
‘cause I heard that they forget quick
Swim away and clear my mind
I can’t seem to escape
My brain always takes the bait
And my memory hits rewind
There’s one thing that would prob’ly fix all this
I wish I was a goldfish

I wish I was a goldfish








Wish I Was A Goldfish (2025-new) (Remix) (Cover)

Karma
timothymichaelmusic
24 AUG 2022
Co-writers: Tim Schlesener, BMI 01126229678
                     Nash Stanley, SOCAN 9043191

V1.
I’ve been storing up emotions
As I contemplate revenge.
The things that I’ve been thinking
Would make most people cringe.
You thought you’d start a fight with me
And things would still be good
Well I woke up this morning
Just wishing that you would

Chorus
Bring it son. Come on at me.
‘cos this shit is getting old
Even in the heat of battle
It’s a dish that’s best served cold.
You’re about to learn the rules
I think you’ll finally see.
Karma comes in all shapes and sizes 
And today it looks like me.

V2.
Looks like another burning bridge
Lit by your dumpster fire.
You’ve been trying to sell a pack of lies.
Find yourself another buyer.
I’ve taken all your best shots
And buried your past crimes.
This time you’ve stepped so far over 
You can’t even see the line.

Chorus
Bring it son. Come on at me.
‘Cos this shit is getting old
Even in the heat of battle
It’s a dish that’s best served cold.
You’re about to learn the rules
I think you’ll finally see.
Karma comes in all shapes and sizes 
And today it looks like me.

Bridge.
Guess I should’ve warned you
Mess with the bull you get the horns
Despite my rosy outlook
I’m just a bush of thorns.

Chorus
Bring it son. Come on at me.
‘Cos this shit is getting old
Even in the heat of battle
It’s a dish that’s best served cold.
You’re about to learn the rules
I think you’ll finally see.
Karma comes in all shapes and sizes 
And today it looks like me

Today it looks like me

Come getcha some



Karma (5 2025) (Cover)

V1.
In a messy glove box
Under my dusty dash
I found that room key
From a night in our past
It’s haunted me
For half a dozen years
I said it all wrong,
Here’s what I want you to hear

Chorus
Damn, we had good days
Somewhere between a one night stand
A walk down the aisle
And a wedding band
… It’s all my fault
… I lost my mind
…I failed to be kind
… And words won’t rewind

V2.
You’d think that after six years
I’d learn to watch my mouth
But you were right about me
And I still can’t figure out
How to filter what I say
And I probably drink too much
I don’t have any idea what it takes
…To be in love

Chorus
Damn, we had good days
Somewhere between a one night stand
A walk down the aisle
And a wedding band
… It’s all my fault
… I lost my mind
… I failed to be kind
… And words won’t rewind

Bridge
This key is all that’s left of you
And everything I wish I could undo

Chorus
Damn, we had good days
Somewhere between a one night stand
A walk down the aisle
And a wedding band
… It’s all my fault
… I lost my mind
…I failed to be kind
… And words won’t rewind

… It’s all my fault
… I lost my mind
…I failed to be kind
… And words won’t rewind

…I failed to be kind
… And words won’t rewind

Words Won't Rewind (2025) (Cover)

In The Sand
TimothyMichaelMusic
05 JAN 2024

V1.
When the forecast’s looking murky
I ain’t no jive turkey
No, I don’t stress
If there’s a winter warning signal
I fly like an eagle
I confess
I put it all behind me
You don’t have to remind me
about embracing my Plan B
Like birds of a feather
My people flock together
And Fly south to the beach

Chorus
If the road starts getting rough
Some get tough
I start changing plans
When life is really stinking
That’s when I start thinking
Like an Ostrich man
I just head down to the coast
And bury my head in the sand

V2.
When the snow starts flying
I ain’t lying
I’m getting’ gone.
If the weathers gonna suck
I ain’t getting stuck
So come on
Yeah, take my hand
Let’s go get a tan
Just say the word
Point my feathers to the south
Let’s head out
And join the snow birds


Chorus
If the road starts getting rough
Some get tough
I start changing plans
When life is really stinking
That’s when I start thinking
Like an Ostrich man
I just head down to the coast
And bury my head in the sand

Bridge
If I need to loose the attitude
I just drop the latitude
To a tropical location
And live like I’m on vacation

Chorus
If the road starts getting rough
Some get tough
I start making plans
When life is really stinking
That’s when I start thinking
Like an Ostrich man
I just head down to the coast
And bury my head in the sand

Yeah, I’m an ostrich man
I’ll be on the coast
With my head in the sand.







In The Sand (2025)

8:11
TimothyMichaelMusic
16 NOV 2025

V1. 
Eight eleven every Saturday
I check in with my son
I always try to catch him
After his long work week’s done
Some days I leave a message
Others we talk one-on-one
And when his kids join in
It all becomes more fun

Chorus
Every night at eight eleven
I turn my porch light on
Another habit I can’t break
Even though the kids are gone
Picking up the phone tonight
Is the best I’ll do, I reckon
I’m always thinking ‘bout family
Every night at eight eleven

V2.
Eight eleven Sunday and Monday
I get the chance to call my girls
Keeping up with their chaos
Really brightens up my world
We have to make those calls
‘Cos the drives are just so long
But I know at eight eleven
They’ll have their porch lights on

Chorus
Every night at eight eleven
I turn my porch light on
Another habit I can’t break
Even though the kids are gone
Picking up the phone tonight
Is the best I’ll do, I reckon
I’m always thinking ‘bout family
Every night at eight eleven

Bridge
And my dad still calls me too
Eight eleven any other day
I always leave the porch light on
In case he heads my way

Chorus
Every night at eight eleven
I turn my porch light on
Another habit I can’t break
Even though the kids are gone
Picking up the phone tonight
Is the best I’ll do, I reckon
I’m always thinking ‘bout family
Every night at eight eleven

I’m always thinking ‘bout family
Every night at eight eleven






8:11 (2025) (Cover)

Ain’t Done
timothymichaelmusic
08 AUG 2022

V1.
The man time forgot
I’m an after thought
When you’re tuning in the dial
Been out of sight
Missing the limelight
Ya ain’t seen me in a while
A blast from the past
Rollin’ in with class
When you see me hit the stage
There ain’t no rules
When you’re this damn cool
It’s time to turn the page

Chorus
I ain’t dead and I ain’t done.
Won’t go down without a fight
So many trips around the sun
But the future’s looking bright
Been a few miles, but I’m all smiles
I’m bringing back the fun
Gonna live life to the fullest
‘Cus I ain’t dead and I ain’t done.

V2.
I may not be your fave
But don’t pour dirt on my grave
Or put me out to pasture yet
I’m the same troubadour
That I was before
But time made you forget
This ain’t no prank
There’s more left in the tank
Got my music back on track
They may have tried to write me off
But I didn’t write them back

Chorus
I ain’t dead and I ain’t done.
Won’t go down without a fight
So many trips around the sun
But the future’s looking bright
Been a few miles, but I’m all smiles
I’m bringing back the fun
Gonna live life to the fullest
‘Cus I ain’t dead and I ain’t done.

Bridge
The cowboy may have rode away
And disappeared into the sunset
I’ve got songs to sing and you can believe
You ain’t seen the last of me yet

Chorus
I ain’t dead and I ain’t done.
Won’t go down without a fight
So many trips around the sun
But the future’s looking bright
Been a few miles, but I’m all smiles
I’m bringing back the fun
Gonna live life to the fullest
‘Cus I ain’t dead and I ain’t done.

Gonna live life to the fullest
‘Cus I ain’t dead and I ain’t done.





Ain't Done (2025-Final)  (Cover)

Rewind
timothymichaelmusic
30 SEP 2022

V1.
There was a myth going ‘round
Back when I was a kid
If you spin records backwards
There were messages hid
Spun them counter-clockwise
To retrieve the lost clues
But if you do it for country music 
It takes away all your blues

Chorus
Turned George Strait in reverse
The Cowboy’s coming right back
Hit rewind on some Patsy Cline
Now she ain’t crazy like that
McCreery got five more minutes
Swindell’s dad is still here
Riley Green and his grandpa 
Are at Luke’s 32 drinkin’ a beer

Post Chorus
It fixes whatever’s on your mind
If you just rewind

V2.
All lost loves have returned
And no trucks got wrecked
You’re old dog never died
He’s been revived by the vet
You’ve never lost a long shot bet
Your teams win every game
And momma never got run over
…By some danged ol train

Chorus
Turned George Strait in reverse
The Cowboy’s coming right back
Hit rewind on some Patsy Cline
Now she ain’t crazy like that
McCreery got five more minutes
Swindell’s dad is still here
Riley Green and his grandpa 
Are at Luke’s 32 drinkin’ a beer

Post Chorus
It fixes whatever’s on your mind
If you just rewind

Bridge
The Sunburned Silverado
Turned Wallen back to the south
Because gettin’ sand in your boots
Might be what life’s all about

Chorus
Turned George Strait in reverse
The Cowboy’s coming right back
Hit rewind on some Patsy Cline
Now she ain’t crazy like that
McCreery got five more minutes
Swindell’s dad is still here
Riley Green and his grandpa
Are at Luke’s 32 drinkin’ a beer

Post Chorus
It fixes whatever’s on your mind
If you just rewind




Rewind (2025) (2) (Cover)

Teach Me – (Re-write for male 07/27/25)
timothymichaelmusic
26 APR 2023

V1.
You say you’re working late tonight.
Is that really where you’ve been?
You always find excuses
Guess I’m on my own again?
You don’t kiss me when you’re leaving
Your hand stays just out of reach
I can’t shout across your distance
And we ain’t made love in weeks

Chorus
Go on, Teach me I don’t need you.
Keep pushing me away
I won’t wonder where you are
Playing the games you play
Keep planning life without me
I don’t believe you even knew
Things you show me every day
Teach me I don’t need you.

V2.
Mid-night buzzing breaks the silence.
Can’t hide the dim light of your phone.
In bed scrolling with your back to me
Makes me feel even more alone.
It makes me wonder when I text you
Why I don’t get that quick reply?
But now I’m finally understanding
It’s not me who’s on your mind.

Chorus
Go on, Teach me I don’t need you.
Keep pushing me away.
I won’t wonder where you are
Playing the games you play.
Keep planning life without me.
I don’t believe you even knew.
Things you show me every day
Teach me I don’t need you.

Bridge
Guess I’ve finally learned my lesson
I’ve felt the pain you bring
I’m not feeling jealous
Cause you’ll teach him the same things

Chorus
Keep planning life without me
I don’t believe you even knew
Things you show me every day
Teach me I don’t need you.

Teach me I Don’t need you











Teach Me ( 2025-TS) (Cover)

Prayers I Used To Pray
TimothyMichaelMusic
22 DEC 2021

V1.
My life was running off the rails
With no steering wheel to turn
My days were filled with fear and doubt
Hard lessons I had to learn.
Instead of giving up my dreams
I gave them all to Him
And the doors that he kicks open
Lead to the places I walk in.

Chorus
Now I’m living in the world
Of the prayers I used to pray
By faith I walk the winding road
That leads me where I am today
Taking wishes from my heart
To the father every day
Now I’m living in the world 
Of the prayers I used to pray

V2.
I’ve prayed for health and His protection
For direction in my life
For hope when I’m in darkness
To help me step into the light
I’ve prayed for guidance and for wisdom
I’ve prayed for foes and I’ve prayed for friends
I know the love of the Lord above
An His boundaries have no ends.

Chorus
Now I’m living in the world
Of the prayers I used to pray
By faith I walk the winding road
That leads me where I am today
Taking wishes from my heart
To the father every day
Now I’m living in the world 
Of the prayers I used to pray

Bridge
I once was lost, but now I’m found
Was blind, but now I see
I always have believed in God
But now I know He believes in me.

Chorus
Now I’m living in the world
Of the prayers I used to pray
By faith I walked the winding road
That leads me where I am today
Taking wishes from my heart
To the father every day
Now I’m living in the world 
Of the prayers I used to pray

Outtro
Now I’m living in the world
Of the prayers I used to pray

Prayers I Used To Pray (2025) (Cover)

My Place That Never Was
timothymichaelmusic
08 JUN  2023

V1
Lord, shine your light
On the gifts hidden in me
Help me to discover
Your planned destiny for me
Help me find the wisdom
For all I should’ve tried
All the mysteries undiscovered
And the callings I’ve denied

Chorus
Will you be my guiding light
To my place that never was
Things that were mine to discover
Dreams I should have never given up 
Inventions and preventions
That would’ve garnered great applause
All stuck inside me waiting
In my place that never was

V2.
All the hopes I’ve dreamed of
But I just stopped praying for
Things I thought were out of reach
Wings that would’ve made me soar
Secrets I thought were hidden
Were hiding in plain sight
As I struggled to find the right time
For it all to fit just right

Chorus
Will you be my guiding light
To my place that never was
Things that were mine to discover
Dreams I should have never given up 
Inventions and preventions
That would’ve garnered great applause
All stuck inside me waiting
In my place that never was

Bridge
Mold me, make me. 
Guide me, place me
In all I’m meant to do
And help me use my gifts
So I can glorify you

Chorus
Will you be my guiding light
To my place that never was
Things that were mine to discover
Dreams I should have never given up 
Inventions and preventions
That would’ve garnered great applause
All stuck inside me waiting
In my place that never was

All stuck inside me waiting…
…in my place that never was



My Place That Never Was (2025) (Cover)

Tears
timothymichaelmusic
03 MAY 2024

V1
Are you thinking ‘bout what went wrong?
And lying awake all night?
Or are you wondering why it took so long
To finally end this fight?
Are you drowning in the flow
Or are your eyes clear and dry?
The reflection in my mirror
Is bloodshot red from a good cry

Chorus
The most precious fluid known
When it floods will send you reeling
It’s only one percent water
And the rest is filled with feelings
You can’t turn them off
Until the hurt all disappears
The most expensive lessons learned
Are paid for in tears

V2.
If I could trade these tears for twenties
My account would be overflowing
Sometimes I wish I didn’t
But I guess it’s better knowing

Chorus
The most precious fluid known
When it floods will send you reeling
It’s only one percent water
And the rest is filled with feelings
You can’t turn them off
Until the hurt all disappears
The most expensive lessons learned
Are paid for in tears

Bridge
Wasting all my tears on you
Really didn’t change a thing
I’ve cried myself a river 
And it cost me everything

Chorus
The most precious fluid known
When it floods will send you reeling
It’s only one percent water
And the rest is filled with feelings
You can’t turn them off
Until the hurt all disappears
The most expensive lessons learned
Are paid for in tears

You can’t turn them off
Until the hurt all disappears
The most expensive lessons learned
Are paid for in tears






Tears (2025 album cut)

There’s No You
Timothymichaelmusic
04 NOV 2024

v1.
Glaringly suspicious of the thing that no one wishes
Your intentions weren’t malicious
But it’s a truth you can’t outrun
You committed a crime of passion
Consequences for your actions.
And the only satisfaction is we’re done

I know what to do. Gonna drop that other shoe
And for the rest of my life there’s no you

V2
Every blessing is a curse and every curse is a blessing
So you’d better start confessing
It all to me.
After it’s been lost
You can’t ever regain the trust
And in learning this truth I will set you free

I’ll be checking out what’s behind door number 2
And for the rest of my life there’s no you

V3.
Just as my heart is beating 
We both know that you’ve been cheating
Like addiction you can’t stop it once you start.
All your careless dirty dances 
You’re all out of second chances
Go on and pirouette your way out of my heart

To tango it takes two, and you two can’t unscrew
And for the rest of my life there’s no you.

V4.
Life’s simpler now it seems
Free to follow all my dreams
Thinking clearly without you on my mind.
At the fork in the gravel
I took the road less traveled
And now I know that it all will be fine.

Happy hour starts at 2. Celebrating with a brew.
‘Cuz for the rest of my life there’s no you.


Happy hour starts at 2. Celebrating with a brew.
‘Cuz for the rest of my life there’s no you.


There’s no you

There’s no you

There’s no you





There's No You (2025-5) (Cover)

Wish I Was A Goldfish
timothymichaelmusic
02 JUN 2023

V1.
I can’t catch a break today
Nothing seems to go my way
Work week’s working me over
In this month of Mondays
My love life ain’t much better
Because I went and let her
Live rent free in my head
And I can’t seem to forget her

Chorus
Wish I was a goldfish
‘cause I heard that they forget quick
Just swim away and clear my mind
I can’t seem to escape
My brain always takes the bait
And my memory hits rewind
There’s one thing that would prob’ly fix all this
I wish I was a goldfish

V2
If I had no memory
I’d have the opportunity
To look at all the positives
Then maybe I could see
I’d be happy right here in my pond
Where the sun is shining all day long
I’d just keep on swimming
Right here where I belong.

Chorus
Wish I was a goldfish
‘cause I heard that they forget quick
Swim away and clear my mind
I can’t seem to escape
My brain always takes the bait
And my memory hits rewind
There’s one thing that would prob’ly fix all this
I wish I was a goldfish

Bridge
I’d have the shortest memory
There’d be nothing left of her and me
It might be the only thing to set me free

Chorus
Wish I was a goldfish
‘cause I heard that they forget quick
Swim away and clear my mind
I can’t seem to escape
My brain always takes the bait
And my memory hits rewind
There’s one thing that would prob’ly fix all this
I wish I was a goldfish

I wish I was a goldfish








Wish I Was A Goldfish (2025-new) (Remix) (Cover) (1)

Christmas Of The Past
Timothymichaelmusic
02 SEP 2025

V1.
A tinsel covered tree
The angel on the tip
A warming fire burning
Hot chocolate to sip
Mom and dad playing Santa Claus
Passing out the gifts
Kids anxiously unwrapping
Each and every Christmas wish

Chorus
Those old Christmas memories
Swirling around my mind
The kind that make me smile
Long lost days we’ve left behind
A simpler place and time
Impressions that still last
Man, we were really blessed
By Christmas of the past

V2. 
Grandma and Grandpa laughing
My brand-new baseball glove
Big family style dinners
Holiday feasts made with love
All my aunts and uncles
Cousins, neighbors and friends
I was never really sure
Where our family tree ends

Chorus
Those old Christmas memories
Swirling around my mind
The kind that make me smile
Long lost days we’ve left behind
A simpler place and time
Impressions that still last
Man, we were really blessed
By Christmas of the past

Bridge
Ghosts of by gone days
The memories remain
This year My Christmas wish is 
A Christmas day like those again

Chorus
Those old Christmas memories
Swirling around my mind
The kind that make me smile
Long lost days we’ve left behind
A simpler place and time
Impressions that still last
Man, we were really blessed
By Christmas of the past

Man, we were really blessed
By Christmas of the past









Christmas Of The Past (Cover-male)

Lyricist looking to connect with artists in the country genre that are searching for great songs to record. Also open to co-writes. Regularly pitching music to Nashville publishers and song pluggers. Primarily country genre. Mid 50s, married. 6 kids and 10 grandkids in a beautifully blended family. Enjoys golf, working out, nature/lakes, and listening to live music every chance I get!

Timothy Michael Music - SONGWRITER

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