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She was a runaway
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GAREAU / WOOD about a woman running away from an abusive home
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SHOGUN COUNTRY (Andrew Wood) SINGER / SONGWRITER MULTI INSTRUMENTALIST COUNTRY MUSIC,
I AM A SINGER/SONGWRITER AND MULTI INSTRUMENTALIST GOING UNDER THE NAME OF SHOGUN COUNTRY I HAVE A NEW PURPOSE BUILT SMALL RECORDING STUDIO IN MY GARDEN CALLED HERE AT HOME IN DEVON, ENGLAND. I TRY TO WRITE DEEP MEANINGFUL LYRICS. TAKE A LISTEN AND SEE WHAT YOU THINK. BEEN PLAYING VARIOUS INSTRUMENTS FOR NEARLY 25 YEARS NOW (ONE DAY I'LL GET IT RIGHT) MAINLY SELF TAUGHT. I PLAY GUITAR (6 & 12 STRING), MANDOLIN, BASS, BANJO, PEDALSTEEL AND LEARNING KEYBOARD
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Genre
Country • Country and Western
Charts
#260 in subgenre Peak #1
Charts
Peak #10
Author
CLEMENT J GAREAU / ANDREW WOOD
Rights
YES
Uploaded
April 07, 2009
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MP3 2.2 MB • 56 kbps • 5:33
Lyrics
She Was a Runaway Saw her at the bus stop Looking as frail as a rose She looked like a broken doll With old torn up clothes We walked up to her And asked if she ate She said it’s too late 'Cause I've sealed my fate Chorus: She was a runaway Who was filled with fear The sight was crushing And we held our tears It wrenched at our hearts As she stared at the floor And threw a quick glance At the sliding door She said in a low voice I've found the courage To run away from home I couldn't stand the rage And the daily beatings And the verbal abuse And I'd rather die I won't go back I refuse We offered to take her in And gave her a home Checked her broken bones As she cried and moaned Said you're welcome to stay And there's no need for rent We were well rewarded She was a true godsend Lyrics: Clement J Gareau © 2009 Music: Andrew D Wood
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morrisp
Aug 27, 2024
Really well-done song between you and Clem Gareau. Love your harmonies .
mountainmama025
Jan 03, 2010
What a song and what a story! Straight from the heart and a real heartbreaker! 5's across the board.
bittzz
Apr 27, 2009
good work there stay in touch keep the sprit going
Rick Gross
Apr 10, 2009
Great Harmonies and smooth, enjoyable music!! Solid. :) HALLELUJAH my friends!!
Rascal Teddy's
Apr 09, 2009
Very heart felt emotions so true! You have a great gift in music! 5 stars Spiritwind pop
BlueTurbit
Apr 09, 2009
Great song Andy, and kudos to Clem for the lyrics work. A sad song with a happy ending. Well done vocals and IMO only one small negative, the mix could be more stereo, I use headphones, and the left side sounds bare on the cans, but sounds pretty good just the same. Keep on.
Hayley Oliver
Apr 09, 2009
Andy, I always love songs that tell a story, and this one is beautiful! very sad and has an important message, nice that it had a happy ending. :) your voice on this is so lovely, your harmony is perfect! well done to you and Clem, a well deserved 5 stars all the way for you both! Love Hayley
Jonsson
Apr 09, 2009
Very nice song, nice backing slide and fills. Good work ! Keep me posted ! BestRegards Lasse
nigel1946
Apr 09, 2009
a great song andrew my friend so relevant to todays troubled times every song should tell a story and this one really hits home great lyrics and sung with feeling yes my friend make that album nigel
Oblra
Apr 08, 2009
My mother taste in country is mine also. I am so grateful for all she gave me, including the appreciation for a wonderful song like "Runaway"
Pinecats
Apr 08, 2009
Really enjoyed this one Andrew. LOVED those killer vox...ya don't hear low harmonies often. Cool sound. The arrangement is so subtle and low key ..the perfect accent for the poignant lyrics...wonderful soft serenade of pedal steel. Nice mix and production. This will hit #1 i bet. Great job man...
ALEXIS PATRICK
Apr 08, 2009
This is so beautiful that it brings tears to my eyes, Andy. You are such a great Artist. You sing with great feeling. You are the picture of my cousin Jamie Frasca.:)