Heart Shaped Rock

by Abby K

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Heart Shaped Rock 04:33
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When I was 23, my momma said to me. Nothing worth fighting for, comes easily So I went walking out, down by the sea Wistfully wondering, about who I’d be When the Summer storm comes to hold the dust at bay That’s where you’ll find me, finding treasures tucked away Some might say I’m wasting all the minutes that I’ve got Looking for the perfect heart-shaped rock When the weight of love, came crashing down on me I tried to convince myself, it was something I couldn’t see So I played the part, lost in misery Ignoring the road that led, straight from history When the Summer storm comes to hold the dust at bay That’s where you’ll find me, finding treasures tucked away Some might say I’m wasting all the minutes that I’ve got Looking for the perfect heart-shaped rock Was it invasion or fear-based evasion I don’t think that I ever knew Then I awoke from a dream that evoked my conclusion about what I must do... oooo, ooooo, ooooo, ooooo When the Summer storm comes to hold the dust at bay That’s where you’ll find me, finding treasures tucked away Some might say I’m wasting all the minutes that I’ve got Looking for the perfect heart-shaped rock Looking for the perfect heart-shaped rock I’m just looking for the perfect heart-shaped rock
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With You in Mind 03:05
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I’m moving on distance gained Accepting truth, memories made As I make my way back on home Turning round to distant sounds Rocky roads left on the ground Behind me, slowly fading away Was time reversed or just a gift Feelings had, unrehearsed Or was it just another lesson learned Choices made, like a book Amongst the shelves, overlooked Just waiting for the story to be told You'll always be my summer The one that never came You'll always be the stars and moon that hide behind the rain Looking back to know I tried with love and couldn't find The past behind, and years beyond I'll keep with you in mind I needed truth, the trust you'd claim A waiting game I couldn't play Hopeful it would somehow always change Self-seeking keeping far apart Yet eager to consume my heart Naked on the line, nothing returned Then I awoke from a day That was never yours anyway Back to where I was supposed to be Don't sweetly sip from the drink Devour to the missing link Of knowing what is was that never was You'll always be my summer The one that never came You'll always be the stars and moon that hide behind the rain Looking back to know I tried with love and couldn't find The past behind, and years beyond I'll keep with you in mind I'll stop asking what's the meaning, to why it was we met And take the path of least resistance, to a life with no regrets I'll sing a different tune of notes, of just who I want to be Still knowing how to love just not giving up my heart so easily You'll always be my summer The one that never came You'll always be the stars and moon that hide behind the rain And looking back to know I tried with love and couldn't find The past behind, and years beyond I'll keep with you in mind I'll keep with you in mind I'll keep with you in mind
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Silhouette Blues 03:54
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Been thinking for awhile of your infectious smile unfolding right before my eyes, a gem beneath an unturned stone Living life's days in your elusive way, that strange familiar and intoxicating unknown I got your silhouette blues when absent it’s true answers the little clue just how I feel about you Haven’t seen you for a while friend And I’m stuck here til the bitter end trying to figure out a possibility and way I can connect Is it clear as it seems dark rooms and dreams images developed in my head, the way you affect I got your silhouette blues when absent it’s true answers the little clue just how I feel about you We're talking like we’re really talking but not what it’s really all about We're laughing like we’re really having fun while empty hearts just fill with doubt when really all i wanna do is stand up scream and shout the words all tangled up that just won’t come out. Sincere southern comfort those baby blues, exert loving the feeling I get when you’re near I mustn't prolong, so I’ll sing you a song reminding you of Uncle Tupelo and times we endeared I got your silhouette blues when absent it’s true answers the little clue just how I feel, just how I feel, about you
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My Perfect Situation 02:25
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I wasn’t looking for you or emotional connections The end that justifies the means to physical reaction yes, I want you But not the kind of story exposing all the glory that comes with the territory when opening that door I like that you can see me It’s so easy to just be me With that easy smile beneath me That never fails to leave me In my perfect situation Feeling good, unaware no drawn out goodbyes in despair not looking for some big repair, I’m broken Being used, not abused happy to just be your muse No intrusion to confuse this vindication You’ve got your world and I’ve got mine No missing puzzle piece to find I know that I can see you, And then leave you The way it is you grab me Makes me want you more to have me No beggin’ on your knees Causing hearts to bleed because I love you I like that you can see me It’s so easy to just be me With your easy smile beneath me That never fails to leave me That never fails to leave me That never fails to leave me In my perfect situation In my perfect situation You’re my perfect situation credits
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Just Passing Through 05:28
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Deep in the night, while you wander horizons beyond I sense your fears taking over your dreams that are strong Don't look back now my dear, regrets that you have taken on Remember your heart, intentions to reach your desires Time passes away, just live for today I'm hearing your sounds, radiate all around and smiling at you, while just passing through When sudden you wake, catching dreams that you take behind safe hedgerows I'll be long gone while you'll look around by your window… Yes it's true that I'm there, trying to share in ways that show those that you love, and think that are gone really know Time passes away, just live for today I'm hearing your sounds, radiate all around and smiling at you, while just passing through I see the light that's behind your dark daunting driftway reminding to take what the universe gives at the tollway catch your breath my sweet girl cause i'm here every step of your way Hummingbirds fly deep in the night to your soul Time passes away, just live for today I'm hearing your sounds, radiate all around and smiling at you, while just passing through Smiling at you, while just passing through here to remind, I love you
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I Don't Know 03:06
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I find that when we're talking, and looking eye to eye We're speaking the same language, Oh a fact I can't deny Then up you split and disappear, I search and try to gauge I just can't wrap my head around, the fact you never really change Why it is you rarely call, I’m trying to tear down your wall Patient that you'll end your quest, I sit here waiting bated breath Just like that strong cup of joe, the tangled truth I love you so Why that June loved Johnny, I don't know I know why it's called heaven, I'm there when in your arms It's easy honey, wrap me tight, your knotted ball of yarn Then it's like it never happened, floating aimless down a stream the waiting game to have your love feels just like endless purgatory Why it is you rarely call, I’m trying to tear down your wall Patient that you'll end your quest, I sit here waiting bated breath Just like that strong cup of joe, the tangled truth I love you so Why that June loved Johnny, I don't know Sometimes I wish my thoughts of you would vanish in the haze cause all I do is look for you, blinded in a maze Just like that you show again, giving me a part of your love I'm hungry for that heals my achin’ heart Then you'll put that broken record on the turntable of life And round and round and round I'll spin dizzy from the ride I'll keep listening and hoping to get past that troubled scratch Uncertain that our song will ever end to know if it will last Why it is you rarely call, I’m trying to tear down your wall Patient that you'll end your quest, I sit here waiting bated breath Just like that strong cup of joe, the tangled truth I love you so Why that June loved Johnny, I don't know Why that June loved Johnny, I don't know Why that June loved Johnny, despite all his dirty laundry, No one needs to know, No one needs to know No one needs, to know
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My Alki 05:19
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Planes and cars might take me, To Western water's edge, hidden worlds below No miles too far to wander, a distant spot, led by my soul I'll reach my destination, calling strangers, now my home Searching for an answer, being one while on my own Never seen mountains form horizons or clouds that made me cry Golden moon beams spreading, as sunset paints the sky I can say with conviction, and earnest certainty Nothing touches me quite like night falling softly over, my Alki The heavens spin with fury, leaving nothing short of chance I still hear you softly humming through that passing ukulele playin' man Rocky footsteps keep me heading, connecting stars to stories I can tell Trusting choices and desires, a future to foretell Never seen mountains form horizons or clouds that made me cry Golden moon beams spreading, as sunset paints the sky I can say with conviction, and earnest certainty Nothing touches me quite like night falling softly over, my Alki Nothing touches me quite like night falling softly over, my Alki
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Behind the Smile 03:24
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Rising with the sun, hello again, another day Taking, what's still left undone, ready to embrace Then clouds, they come and try to block the light inside The view, behind these hopeful eyes Is higher than a kite could fly Like a tree that’s grown Light is synthesized Into a great unknown, hardly realized What you don't know behind the smile, and takes me through the extra mile is you Seeing things, from both sides, is hard when you believe. The older I get, the harder I cry Spending half our lives trying to gain control, of everything The second half, we spend with no control of anything. Like a tree that’s grown Light is synthesized Into a great unknown, hardly realized What you don't know behind the smile, and takes me through the extra mile is you There's love in every moment if you open yourself up Doing everything for love, and still it’s not enough No holding back all your desires Throw everything into the fire Don't hedge your bets No safety nets Your energy it keeps me fed Like a tree that’s grown Light is synthesized Into a great unknown, hardly realized What you don't know behind the smile, and takes me through the extra mile is you What you don’t know behind the smile is you What you don’t know behind the smile is you
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You're My Moon 03:00
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Open sky, flying high Enough to feel satisfied Looking out horizon’s deep Presenting your love for me to keep Your golden wonder swells my heart You’re Just a tease as you'll soon part Guessing where you'll land in vain Our time together surely wanes Beams shoot direct to my soul I’ll search for them no matter, where I decide to go You can not come too soon You’re only temporary You’re my moon You’re my moon I want to see your every scar But understand that you're so far It’s just not fair you show your face When clouds are scarce and at your pace You take me to the places Only true loves ever go What is it that you're seeking, I love it when you're low Beams shoot direct to my soul I’ll search for them no matter, where I decide to go You can not come too soon You’re only temporary You’re my moon You’re my moon I Love you more than you love me You keep me looking up I love you times infinity, or more I can not stop I know that you'll forget me Just a mere adoring fan But so you know I will go on as if our love affair just began Beams shoot direct to my soul I’ll search for them no matter, where I decide to go You can not come too soon You’re only temporary You’re my moon You’re my moon Whoa oh-oh-oh, You're my moon
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Pauline 04:01
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Did you ever wish today could be tomorrow Hoping rain to fall to wash away your blues Beneath that storm you’re my silver lining Abounding love’s not limited to who Pauline, Pauline When days are long, I’ll find you in my dreams Pauline, Pauline It’s hard to sum up just how much you mean Chance times we meet to find you eating ice cream Sweet smiles you always pour of lilac wine Getting lost in life is where you’ll find me The map to reach your road is by design Pauline, Pauline When days are long, I’ll find you in my dreams Pauline, Pauline It’s hard to sum up just how much you mean Jumping hurdles, trudging on, no matter what the pace Never showing what's behind that brave face Ooooooooo…….. Pauline, Pauline When days are long, I’ll find you in my dreams Pauline, Pauline It’s hard to sum up just how much you mean Pauline, Pauline When days are long, I’ll find you in my dreams Pauline, Pauline It’s hard to sum up just how much you mean It’s hard to sum up just how much you mean No amount can measure all you mean
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Follow You Anywhere 02:46
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Goin' to the market on a sunny afternoon To pick up some pistachios and 16 red balloons Riding on the subway heading to the square Nanny's doppelganger said she really loved my hair I can't wait to see what she's got planned for us today I'll do my best to pass her test and not stand in the way Not stand in the way If you said drop whatcha doin’, you know I’d be right there I’d pack my bags, without a care and I'd Follow you anywhere Yes I’d follow you anywhere Strolling through the plaza with our 16 red balloons My best friend says let’s pass them out to strangers filled with gloom Startled eyes give way to smiles as they accept their prize 16 grins from 16 wins in 16 lucky tries I can't wait to see what she's got planned for us today I'll do my best to pass her test and not stand in the way Not stand in the way If you said drop whatcha doin’, you know I’d be right there I’d pack my bags, without a care and I'd Follow you anywhere Yes I’d follow you anywhere Everytime we face the world the grey turns into blue Giving hugs to strangers, doin’ the things we do I can’t think of better ways to spend the time we share Spreading smiles, all the whiles I’d follow you anywhere Yes I’d follow you anywhere Just like Kermit hoppin’ frog and Fozzy bear Just like Thelma & Louise catchin’ air Just like Elvis and his hips oh what a pair! Yes I’d follow you, anywhere
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You Never Know 03:06
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Going through the motions, not trying to pretend Intentions to give more of me, not thinking of the end Moving through the hours, present quickly turns to past Assuming that the kiss you gave me wouldn’t be the last When you left, you gave me back my fears Ever silent, No new songs to fill my ears A moment, final breath, only you left in my head You never know Left with just my thoughts, all alone broken dreams Sunlight fills my cliche days, nothing what it seems Darkness caving in on me falling from above Like a song on repeat, the one you used to love When you left, you gave me back my fears Ever silent, No new songs to fill my ears A moment, final breath, only you left in my head Oh oh oh, you never know I'd give my life to go back to the days of just before And never let you walk away, feeling broken or ignored wondering what your final thoughts were, oh I can not breathe All that’s left those final words, the ones I didn’t mean When you left, you gave me back my fears Ever silent, No new songs to fill my ears A moment, final breath, only you left in my head Oh oh oh, Oh oh oh oooh Oh oh oh, you never know

about

Those that know me, know that I am an avid collector of heart shaped rocks. Heart Rock “hunting” became a true pastime for me three years ago on a camping trip to Camano Island, a sublime spot I visit annually. Like all beautiful things, this hobby grew into an idea; a song, and now, my record.

These magical gems are everywhere; and mostly go unnoticed. Thrown within a pile of a hundred other rocks, they are simply that. But when discovered, their beauty unfolds.

Songwriting for me is about discovering simple everyday stories. I have infinite gratitude for the freedom life affords me to create these stories. For countless family members, friends and fellow musicians, who have carried me along the journey and inspired me to compose beautiful music from simple observation, I thank you from the bottom of my heart (rock).

I hope you enjoy my music and the journey it will take you. And I hope you will always think of me when you find your Heart Shaped Rock.

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released December 13, 2016

Co produced with Brian Marshall @ Cobra Studios

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Abby K Seattle, Washington

Between 2020 and present, the pandemic presented Abby with some “found” time to reflect on the relationship between all of her worlds on her new album, Where We’re At. Where We’re At a unique endeavor as she explores a moment in time no less complicated or captivating than the bookends of a story. ... more

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