He’ll Use It
TimothyMichaelMusic
14 OCT 2025

V1.
If someone breaks your heart
He’ll use it
If someone wrecks your car
He’ll use it
If your health is in decline
Or if you’re feeling worthless
He’ll use everything that hurts you
God takes pain and gives it purpose

Chorus
He turns losses into victory 
Where the losing helps you win
He turns tragedy to triumph
Over and over again
He turns pain into the healing
That takes the hurt away
Turning yesterday’s sorrows
Into happy tears today
He brings joy out of the mourning
He turns darkness into light
He turns grief into glory
To make every wrong go right

V2.
If your home is destroyed
He’ll use it
If you end up unemployed
He’ll use it
If your family falls away
Just keep praying every day
He’ll Use every block placed against you
To clear the way

Chorus
He turns losses into victory 
Where the losing helps you win
He turns tragedy to triumph
Over and over again
He turns pain into the healing
That takes the hurt away
Turning yesterday’s sorrows
Into happy tears today
He brings joy out of the mourning
He turns darkness into light
He turns grief into glory
To make every wrong go right

Bridge
For those who love God 
All things work out as they should
He turns every evil into good

Chorus
He turns losses into victory 
Where the losing helps you win
He turns tragedy to triumph
Over and over again
He turns pain into the healing
That takes the hurt away
Turning yesterday’s sorrows
Into happy tears today
He brings joy out of the mourning
He turns darkness into light
He turns grief into glory
To make every wrong go right

He'll Use It (2025) (Cover)

Addicted To Me
timothymichaelmusic
01 OCT 2023

V1
I’ve got a sparkling personality
When I’m mixed with something clear
And if the game’s on TV
You won’t find me without a beer
When I shoot tequila
I’m quite the sight to see

Maybe the alcohol’s addicted to me

Chorus
We’re quite the combination 
Mixed as a tropical libation
We never miss the opportunity
(Break)
I’m pretty fun on punch and rum
So pour me up another one
Maybe the alcohol’s addicted to me
Addicted to Me

V2
Whiskey makes me take more chances
With my epic bar room dances
My wild side starts feeling way too free

I’d hate to contradict ‘em
What if alcohol’s the victim
And it’s the one that needs to be set free

Maybe the alcohol’s addicted to me

Chorus
We’re quite the combination 
Mixed as a tropical libation
We never miss the opportunity
I’m pretty fun on punch and rum
So pour me up another one
Maybe the alcohol’s addicted to me

Bridge
It wasn’t what I was expecting
Some folks say I’m deflecting
And others simply see it’s sad but true
But If you start to thinking
About all the things you’re drinking
Maybe the alcohol’s addicted to you too.

Chorus
We’re quite the combination 
Mixed as a tropical libation
We never miss the opportunity

I’m pretty fun on punch and rum
So pour me up another one
Maybe the alcohol’s addicted to me

Maybe the alcohol’s addicted to me


Addicted To Me (2025) (Cover)

Under Every Bridge
Timothymichaelmusic
21 SEP 2023

V1.
Not a single stop light
Too small for a Walmart
But we turned finding trouble
Into a work of art
We sailed that Silverado
Toward things that were forbidden
And followed the treasure map
To where the bottles were hidden

Chorus
We’d hit that first bridge south of town
Even though it seemed so risky
We’d climb out with Coke on ice
‘Cos that’s where we hid the whiskey
Didn’t have to be a weekend
To find a party where we lived
And if you’re out near my home town
There’s a bottle under every bridge

V2
Cranked up and country cruising
We’d head west towards the sun
“Pirate Bridge” near Johnson’s place
Is where we hid the rum.
We saved tequila for the lake
And meet the girls around 9 o’clock
And when they smiled it got wet and wild
And the clothes were coming off.

Chorus
We’d hit that first bridge south of town
Even though it seemed so risky
We’d climb out with Coke on ice
‘Cos that’s where we hid the whiskey
Didn’t have to be a weekend
To find a party where we lived
And if you’re out near my home town
There’s a bottle under every bridge

Bridge
Not one of us was old enough
But no one seemed to care
Ain’t no rules for a bunch of fools
That will always take the dare

Chorus
We’d hit that first bridge south of town
Even though it seemed so risky
We’d climb out with Coke on ice
‘Cos that’s where we hid the whiskey
Didn’t have to be a weekend
To find a party where we lived
And if you’re out near my home town
There’s a bottle under every bridge

Didn’t have to be a weekend
To find a party where we lived
And if you’re out near my home town
There’s a bottle under every bridge

There’s a bottle under every bridge

There’s a bottle under every bridge


Under Every Bridge (Cover)

Strongest Thing I See
timothymichaelmusic
29 SEP 2023

V1.
Today life beat me to the punch
And held me on the ropes
With each blow that was landed
I started losing hope
And everything I’m facing
Feels like another bout I’m losing
I could run back to the bottle
Or I can fight the urge for boozing

Chorus
I can see right through the vodka
And the rum’s still pretty clear
When I need a friend to lean on
I won’t find one in the beer
The demons in the whiskey
Ain’t gonna get the best of me
My reflection in the mirror
Is the strongest thing I see

V2
Duck and cover, bob and weave
I’ll show life what I’ve got
Jab and move, defend the heart
And wait to take my shot
This old fight might take all night
But round by round I’ll make it
Stick to the plan, they’ll raise my hand
Pound for pound I am the greatest

Chorus
‘Cos I can see right through the vodka
And the rum’s still pretty clear
When I need a friend to lean on
I won’t find one in the beer
The demons in the whiskey
Ain’t gonna get the best of me
My reflection in the mirror
Is the strongest thing I see
Bridge
So I’ll two step around the bottle
My whining don’t need the wine
And pour some ice cold water
On these open wounds of mine]

Chorus
‘Cos I can see right through the vodka
And the rum’s still pretty clear
When I need a friend to lean on
I won’t find one in the beer
The demons in the whiskey
Ain’t gonna get the best of me
My reflection in the mirror
Is the strongest thing I see

My reflection in the mirror
Is the strongest thing I see








Strongest Thing I See (2025) (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)

I Don’t Make Mistakes
Whitney Schlesener/Tim Schlesener
22 JAN 2024

V1.
I remember like it was yesterday
When your heart beat filled the room
I was scared, and all alone
Didn’t know what I should do 

The nurse asked If I was really ready
The monitor screen flashed, and then
A picture of your heart beating inside me
She kindly asked me once again

Pre
I fell into a peaceful trance
He calmly said just give her a chance

Chorus
The voice of Jesus
Said please don’t do this
Take a look at her beautiful face
She’ll do great things
She deserves your love 
You’ll find amazing grace
I chose you. So trust in me
‘Cos I don’t make mistakes

V2.
Eighteen years has come and gone
And nothing can compare
To your heart beating inside me
That answered all my prayers

Pre
I fell into a peaceful trance
He calmly said just give her a chance

Chorus
The voice of Jesus
Said please don’t do this
Take a look at her beautiful face
She’ll do great things
She deserves your love 
You’ll find amazing grace
I chose you. So trust in me
‘Cos I don’t make mistakes

Bridge
As you smile and wave
From that graduation stage
I’m reminded of that day

Chorus
The voice of Jesus
Said please don’t do this
Take a look at her beautiful face
She’ll do great things
She deserves your love 
You’ll find amazing grace
I chose you. So trust in me
‘Cos I don’t make mistakes

I chose you. So trust in me
‘Cos I don’t make mistakes







I Don't Make Mistakes (2025) (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)

Into The Fire (Final 8/12)
timothymichaelmusic
20 JUL 2023

V1.
I’d been hanging on a bit too tight
It was time to let you go
I put pen to paper
And just let my feelings flow

Writing you that letter
Was my true breakthrough
And setting it on fire 
Brought me closure on you

Chorus  
Into the fire I drop you in
And watch your memory die
Up in flames just like our love
I finally said goodbye
There’s freedom in the rising smoke
Pain makes it burn brighter
I’ll stare you down here one last time
Disappear into the fire

V2.
I didn’t stir the ashes
Didn’t stomp the coals
I just turned and walked away
And let the moment cleanse my soul  

I’m never gonna look back
Because now the deed is done
The fire put you where you belong
And now you’re finally gone.


Chorus
Into the fire I drop you in
And watch your memory die
Up in flames just like our love
I finally said goodbye
There’s freedom in the rising smoke
Pain makes it burn brighter
I’ll stare you down here one last time
Disappear into the fire

Bridge 
I got it all off my chest this time
Burning your memory out of my mind

Chorus
Into the fire I drop you in
And watch your memory die
Up in flames just like our love
I finally said goodbye
I felt freedom in the rising smoke
The pain makes it burn brighter
I’ll stare you down here one last time
Disappear into the fire

I’ll stare you down here one last time
Disappear into the fire





Into The Fire (2025) (Remix) (Cover Female)

Knight In Shining F-150
Timothymichaelmusic
Tim Schlesener/ Melissa Coston
16 NOV 2024

V1.
Didn’t want to go anyway
Another sucky single Saturday
But I was on my way…
…. In the rain

Traffic was hell that day
Got headed the wrong way
A wreck in the fast lane
…. And I prayed

I was hydroplaning on four bald tires
Cross the ditch to the barbed wire
Not where I wanted
…. To be
Headlights shining on my door
My hero in his four by four
Riding in…
… and saving me

Chorus
He didn’t have armor
Don’t need a sword
He stays locked and loaded
And ladies good Lord…
…That man in his Ford

He’s rough around the edges
But loves me gently
Hi – yo Silver away
He’s my Knight in shining…
… F-150

V2.
Most days I’m a hot mess
A damned damsel in distress
… And he’s John Wayne

When I need rescuing again
He flies in like Superman…
… And I’m his Lois Lane

Chorus
He didn’t have armor
Don’t need a sword
He stays locked and loaded
And ladies good Lord…
…That man in his Ford

He’s rough around the edges
But loves me gently
Hi – yo Silver away
He’s my Knight in shining…
… F-150

Bridge
But I rescue him back
…every chance that I can
I’m his Wonderwoman
…and he’s my damn good man

Chorus
He didn’t have armor
Don’t need a sword
He stays locked and loaded
And ladies good Lord…
…That man in his Ford

He’s rough around the edges
But loves me gently
Hi – yo Silver away
He’s my Knight in shining…
… F-150

He’s might Knight in shining…
… F-150









Knight In Shining F-150 (5-2025)

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!

The Unexpected (5-2025)

Timothy Michael Music - SONGWRITER