Wayward Mind

by Shane Bazinet

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Written in the context of the current pandemic, which has affected many (including myself) at a deep emotional level, this song is about allowing one's mind to be taken over by the chaos of this world. Implied in the lyrics is a call to those struggling deeply with depression and anxiety to reach out for help as soon as possible because "Life moves so fast - you don't know what hit you." Indeed, there is hope.

lyrics

Quarantine
Borderline dark suicidal thoughts take over
Darkness waits
As the sun shines brightly through my broken window

Pre-chorus:
Everybody thinks I’m just one of them
But if they knew my thoughts and actions done in secret
Would they all despise me?

Heaven waits
For another life to be lost in the shadows
Death’s dark force draws its sword and takes a swing right at the wounded

Pre-chorus:
I’ve been on the edge of insanity
If I cry out for help, will light pierce through the darkness?
Save me from myself!

Chorus:
The wayward mind moves in stride
With nature’s rage – it leaves you blind
Life moves so fast – you don’t know what hit you

The wayward mind!
The wayward mind!

Bridge:
When reason seems out of touch
And life’s burden is far too much
To bear for you
You slip away
Keep holding on
Life has been restored!

Chorus 2X

The wayward mind…the wayward mind…

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released August 28, 2020
Lyrics: Shane Bazinet
Music: Shane Bazinet and Travis Lausch

Vocals: Shane Bazinet and Travis Lausch
Guitar: Shane Bazinet and Travis Lausch
Bass guitar: Travis Lausch
Keyboard: Travis Lausch
Drum programming: Travis Lausch

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