 
Scroll past upcoming CD "Christmas In Paradise" lyrics for ALL the lyrics from ALL past Gene Mitchell CDs. ---------------------------------------------------- TROPICAL COUNTRY (c) 2012 (Release date Feb 10th. 2012) Track 1 TROPICAL COUNTRY Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2010 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I like the steel drums playing with the steel guitar I go to honky-tonks and to tiki bars I like girls in bikinis and wearing tight blue jeans I like the fiddle playing with marimba thrown in And a conga drum beat behind the mandolin I was raised in the country But still love the sound of the sea Chorus I wear a cowboy hat with my bathing suit I'm just a country boy who likes to sit under a palm tree I'm not all mixed up, I just like my music Tropical Country Verse 2 I like the Beach Boys' songs about California I dig the Zac Brown Band, way down in Georgia Alan Jackson singing "It's Five O'Clock Somewhere" And Jimmy Buffett, all of his songs, I know I like Toby Keith's "Good to go to Mexico" I was raised in the country But still love the smell of salty air Chorus I wear a cowboy hat with my bathing suit I'm just a country boy who likes to sit under a palm tree I'm not all mixed up, I just like my music Tropical Country Bridge I take my rum and my beer, both with a slice of lime I love tropical drinks, still like the taste of moonshine I drink tequila shots, take my whiskey on the rocks And groove on Kenny Chesney And I take my music, Tropical Country Instrumental Verse 3 "Two Pina Coladas," one for each hand Garth Brooks sang it, you can understand Every now and then you've got to Get to a beach somewhere There's a guaranteed way to bring back your smile But if you can't go to some tropical isle Just close your eyes and let a good song take you there Chorus I wear a cowboy hat with my bathing suit I'm just a country boy who likes to sit under a palm tree I'm not all mixed up, I just like my music Tropical Country Tag I'm not all mixed up, I just like my music Tropical Country Track 2 MEXICOMA Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2010 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 He went down south of the border Sat at a tiki bar and he ordered One shot of every tequila for just a few pesos Some were smooth, some were rough But shots of tequila are never enough He started chasing each shot with "Corona mas fina cervezas" After awhile the bartender was blurry He paid no mind, he was not in a hurry He had plenty of pesos and besides, he was on vacation He was stressed, he was there to relax Another shot and beer, he avoided the fact If he kept this up, he could predict his destination Chorus Too many shots of tequila and too many Coronas He's sleeping on the beach all day, in a Mexicoma Verse 2 He met a fine Senorita there With big brown eyes and long black hair He said, have some tequila and Coronas And sit here beside me She said, "I prefer Sangria wine Come to mi casa and you'll be fine The two of us will have our own private party" She was firm and beautiful He was feeling like a raging bull Before too long, they had the whole room steaming Someone on the beach walked by They looked at him and with a sigh Thought, leave him alone He's smiling, he must be dreaming Chorus Too many shots of tequila and too many Coronas He's sleeping on the beach all day, in a Mexicoma Instrumental Bridge When you're in Mexico, you're a long, long way from home But when you're in a Mexicoma - you sleep alone Chorus Too many shots of tequila and too many Coronas He's sleeping on the beach all day, in a Mexicoma Tag He'll be sleeping on the beach all day, in a Mexicoma Track 3 CONCRETE BOX (Up In The Sky) Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2010 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 There used to be Mom and Pop motels Up and down this beach You could walk anywhere you wanted to go Right beside the street Now it's four lanes with traffic lights Delivery trucks so loud No more beach motels around Just condos in the clouds Chorus Some bought them cheap, some paid too much For their view from way up high It might be on the beach but it's not the same When you live in a concrete box up in the sky Verse 2 There was beach access everywhere Mom and Pop motels were cool Even if you weren't staying there You could still lay by the pool Now the condos have security guards Patrolling like bloodhounds Each unit has an owner And they don't want you around Chorus Some bought them cheap, some paid too much For their view from way up high It might be on the beach but it's not the same When you live in a concrete box up in the sky Instrumental Bridge Wake up every morning Look at that beach way down below Pack the beach bag, grab the chairs Get the cooler and let's go Why are we sitting way up here It's a beautiful day down there Wait on the elevator, (did you push the button?) Guess we'll have to take the stairs Verse 3 Those Spring Break kids They filled those motel rooms with ten and more Two of them slept on each bed The rest slept on the floor Now the Association regulations say The condos they're not tents All the condo owners want Fewer bodies and maximum rent Chorus Some bought them cheap, some paid too much For their view from way up high It might be on the beach but it's not the same When you live in a concrete box up in the sky Tag It might be on the beach but it's not the same When you live in a concrete box up in the sky It might be on the beach but it's not the same When you live in a concrete box up in the sky Track 4 SWEET ALABAMA SMILE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2011 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I have traveled all around the world Had the chance to meet so many girls Some were lovers, some good friends Some there was no chance of making amends A lifetime of loves gone wrong So I finally made my way back home Verse 2 To the land where chicken is fried Butter beans, cornbread and homemade pecan pie Magnolia blossoms, high in the trees Guess you can no longer call me the breeze Now I'm finally doing so well Since I met me a pretty, sweet Southern Belle Chorus She works magic on my mind I know I've found the right girl this time She captures me with her slow southern style And she melts my heart, with her sweet Alabama smile Verse 3 Work all week, then on Friday night It's a low cut top and her jeans fitting tight We dance all evening, then come last call She whispers in my ear with her southern drawl She says I think it's time to go home We can finish this dance when we're all alone Chorus She works magic on my mind I know I've found the right girl this time She captures me with her slow southern style And she melts my heart, with her sweet Alabama smile Bridge When she touches me, I mold like soft red clay I'm sticking to her, I won't go away I'm not just hanging around for awhile She's got me forever with her sweet Alabama smile Instrumental Verse 4 After church on Sunday afternoon Family's all gathered, dinner's on soon On our hands, there are two wedding rings Family, that's the most important thing The world is a very big place But I was born in the South, and right here I will stay Chorus She works magic on my mind I know I've found the right girl this time She captures me with her slow southern style And she melts my heart, with her sweet Alabama smile Tag She melts my heart with her sweet Alabama smile Her sweet, sweet Alabama smile Track 5 MY LITTLE GIRL (Father to Daughter Wedding Song) Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2008 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 It was My Little Pony and Winnie-The-Pooh Now its something old, new, borrowed and blue I remember her modeling her first summer dress Her spinning around, me thinking, How Ive been blessed It was running beside her on her first bicycle ride Her sweet voice saying, Daddy, its your turn to hide" Christmas mornings; her face all aglow Where did my little girl go Chorus Shes standing in front of me; a woman so strong Ready to take on the world The years have flown, now shes all grown But shell always be my little girl Bridge Trips to the circus, laughing at clowns Climbing a tree, saying, Daddy, please help me down Pictures with Mickey Mouse at Disney World Remembering how it felt to say, Thats my little girl Verse 2 It was tea parties, a small table for two "A cup for me, Daddy, here's one for you" That was long ago, another time and place Now wedding cake and champagne have taken its place Im standing here about to give her away Recalling how so many times, I imagined this day Looking down at a little girl, who walked by my side Now I look up at the most beautiful bride Chorus Shes standing in front of me; a woman so strong Ready to take on the world The years have flown, now shes all grown But shell always be my little girl Tag The years have flown, now youre all grown But youll always be my little girl Track 6 IN BETWEEN Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2010 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I was not looking, so I could not see What was going on between, you and me Now I know the way that we feel, you know it too Just how it is between me and you Chorus I'll just be myself with you You can be yourself with me Together we'll still be as one As we share the love, that's in between Verse 2 You have your own ways, and I do have mine They are not so different, that they can't be combined You like me the way that I am Though to me, that's strange I'm at my best with you, so don't ever change Chorus I'll just be myself with you You can be yourself with me Together we'll still be as one As we share the love, that's in between Instrumental Bridge We take the good with the bad And keep each other reassured No matter what comes our way; we will endure Chorus I'll just be myself with you You can be yourself with me Together we'll still be as one As we share the love, that's in between Tag Together we are one Sharing the love, that's in between Track 7 A TEACHER'S DREAM (A Tribute to Teachers) Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2010 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I watched you walk through the classroom door I watched you grow and I watched you soar Above all the rest, you would not be outdone You did your best, you were second to none You were a teachers dream Verse 2 I cannot take credit, but I do take pride It was my pleasure to help and to guide Every girl and boy, in reaching your goals You were my joy, my heart and my soul You were a teachers dream Chorus You were the joy of a lifetime The provider of my self-esteem I am so proud of each and every one of you You have fulfilled a teachers dream Bridge A teachers goal is to teach every child With patience, skill and persistence A teachers dream is to look back one day And know, I made a difference Verse 3 Children grow up and face a future unsure Knowledge is power, it will help you endure So become whatever your heart tells you to be Each one of you will always be special to me Chorus You were the joy of a lifetime The provider of my self-esteem I am so proud of each and every one of you You have fulfilled a teachers dream Tag You have fulfilled, and you are, a teachers dream Track 8 LOVE IN THE TROPICS Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2011 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I remember those old time movies South Pacific and Key Largo Mutiny on the Bounty, once in Tahiti Those sailors they didn't want to go Elvis, in Blue Hawaii, back then He could really rock it In all of those old time movies There was a girl and a boy And the main theme was, love in the tropics Verse 2 You can fly to the Virgin Islands Or vacation on Grand Cayman If you're looking for romance in Jamaica They say, "No problem Mon" The rhythms of Puerto Rico Get you moving, you just can't stop it Boy meets girl, girl dances with boy In the heat of the night, love in the tropics Instrumental Bridge Love in the tropics You meet someone you give it a shot When it's love in the tropics It's sure to be extra hot, hot, hot Verse 3 Today there are cruise ships sailing To those southern seas All inclusive resorts and tours that take you To where there are palm trees Whether taking a lover or going alone With a little cash in your pocket That tropical heat and island music Always gets you in the mood for, love in the tropics Tag Love in the tropics (hot, hot, hot) Love in the tropics (give it a shot) Love in the tropics (so hot, hot, hot) Love in the tropics Track 9 HELLO SANDPIPER Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2011 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I don't recall just how it happened I had just woke up from napping On that island under that palm tree The sun was hot, humidity steaming At first I thought I was still dreaming My eyes were tired, but I could clearly see You were there among sandpipers You walked smooth, they were hyper Running back and forth to dodge the waves Normally, I would have been mute You looked so good in your swimsuit I just found it easy to be brave, and said Chorus 1 "Hello, Sandpiper, what is it you're looking for Why search the whole beach, no need to look any more" You said, "I hear you, you are a man of clever words But are you talking to me or talking to the birds" Verse 2 Right then I saw no reason For me to keep on believing You would give me some of your time But then I saw you smiling So I thought I would keep trying To see if I might just change your mind So I said, "I meant you no harm Didn't mean to set off your alarm I promise I will take things much more slow" You said, "Tell me how is it you knew My friends call me Sandpiper too I think we'll share some time before I go," I said Chorus 2 Hello, sandpiper, what is it you're looking for Why search the whole beach, no need to look any more You said, "Be patient, I am very hard to catch Something could be cooking here and we might be a match" Instrumental Verse 3 So, the day it lingered on And like the birds, time it had flown The sun kept smiling down upon the scene Soon the day turned to evening Chemistry, it kept on steaming Both of us started to believe That this day was the start of bonding So much we had in common We just could not end it there and then Now the years have proved that some days Sandpipers do not run away Each morning I can say to you again Chorus 3 Hello, Sandpiper, Hello, Sandpiper Hello, Sandpiper, Hello, Sandpiper Track 10 HAPPY TROPICAL ANNIVERSARY Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2010 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 It's been years since we said our first hellos Though I had a feeling Where it would lead I did not know But love has grown, and time has shown That we are so much alike Both chasing the same rainbow Verse 2 We both like beaches and tropical vacations by the sea Lazy days, with frozen drinks In the shade of a tall palm tree Walking in the moonlight, and dancing into the night I celebrate my years with you, I know how to do it right Chorus There's a hammock under two palm trees On a beach beside a clear blue sea I've got it planned, a gift to you from me Happy "tropical" Anniversary Verse 3 You are so beautiful, I really cant explain So many years go by, but still, you look the same Your lovely smile, your casual style You deserve the best in life Its time to get away for awhile Chorus There's a hammock under two palm trees On a beach beside a clear blue sea I've got it planned, a gift to you from me Happy "tropical" Anniversary Instrumental Bridge Rum punch on a sailboat ride Sunday brunch by the seaside A sunset in a pink-blue sky Good champagne and a toast, to you and I Chorus There's a hammock under two palm trees On a beach beside a clear blue sea I've got it planned, a gift to you from me Happy "tropical" Anniversary Tag Happy tropical Anniversary Track 11 SUNSHINE GIRL Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2010 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 She told me long ago, she would stay right by my side So many years go by, some people they change their minds But no, not her, she's easy to believe 'Cause she means what she says, and says what she means That's her, she's always the same She's like the sunshine after the rain Chorus She's the spring in my step, she's my summer wind I keep falling for her over and over again She's the warmth that soothes a cold winter's chill That's her, My Sunshine Girl Verse 2 She told me life is good, bad times she tries to forget Some people spend their lives dwelling on their past regrets But no, not her, she's a positive force When I complain about life, she tells me I've got a choice That's her, she's always upbeat When I'm flat on my back, she puts me back on my feet Chorus She's the spring in my step, she's my summer wind I keep falling for her over and over again She's the warmth that soothes a cold winter's chill That's her, My Sunshine Girl Instrumental Bridge She's got so many fantastic qualities But there's one she's so good at, she makes me believe in me Verse 3 She told me life's too short, each day's a brand new start Some people never live the dreams inside their heart But no, not her, she's no debutante She knows what it takes to get what she wants That's her, as strong as they come When I'm lacking in strength, she helps me get things done Chorus She's the spring in my step, she's my summer wind I keep falling for her over and over again She's the warmth that soothes a cold winter's chill That's her, My Sunshine Girl Tag That's her, My Sunshine Girl ********************************************************** CHRISTMAS IN PARADISE (c) 2010 Track 1 (All I Want For Christmas Is A) BIG PALM TREE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2008 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) VERSE 1 Santa doesn't need a chimney He can walk through a bamboo door No need for stockings on the mantle He can put the presents down on a teak wood floor He doesn't want milk and cookies He'll get a rum drink and key lime pie When he asks me what I want for Christmas I'll look old Santa right in the eye CHORUS All I want for Christmas is a big palm tree A beach and a tropical sun Those few things will remind me That wintertime can still be so much fun All bundled up just to go outside Is not where I want to be You can have your snow and your mistletoe All I want for Christmas is a big palm tree VERSE 2 Santa doesn't need a sleigh ride All the tides and the winds are right He can cruise to port on a sailboat And give all his reindeer a break tonight Have oysters and beer at the tiki bar It won't be long and he?ll have no doubt Why I asked him for the things I did He'll know just what I?m talking about CHORUS All I want for Christmas is a big palm tree A beach and a tropical sun Those few things will remind me That wintertime can still be so much fun All bundled up just to go outside Is not where I want to be You can have your snow and your mistletoe All I want for Christmas is a big palm tree INSTRUMENTAL VERSE 3 I don't really need a snowman A sand castle will do just fine No need to send me a fruitcake The only fruit I'll need is a slice of lime I've got the holiday spirit And I love all those Christmas songs About chestnuts and winter wonderlands But where coconuts grow, that's where I belong CHORUS All I want for Christmas is a big palm tree A beach and a tropical sun Those few things will remind me That wintertime can still be so much fun All bundled up just to go outside Is not where I want to be You can have your snow and your mistletoe All I want for Christmas is a big palm tree TAG You can have your snow and your mistletoe All I want for Christmas is a big palm tree Track 2 SANTA'S GONE SURFING Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2009 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) VERSE 1 Santa first listened to the Beach Boys On his transistor radio Now he's got all their songs on his iPod When he's on the go He's been listening to their music Since surfing was the rave Now he's going on vacation Finally going to catch a wave Santa's gone surfing; Go Santa, go, go go CHORUS Santa's gone surfing Go, Santa, go, go, go Santa's gone surfing He's getting away from the snow Santa's gone surfing, Santa's gone surfing Go Santa, go, go, go! VERSE 2 He's not looking for a surfer girl or Barbara Ann The Little Old Lady from Pasadena, that's his plan They'll cruise in a hot rod with a 409 He's true to Mrs. Claus, so she really won't mind Santa's gone surfing; Go Santa, go, go, go CHORUS Santa's gone surfing Go, Santa, go, go, go Santa's gone surfing He's getting away from the snow Santa's gone surfing, Santa's gone surfing Go Santa, go, go, go! INSTRUMENTAL BRIDGE He'll be hanging ten at Malibu At pipeline he'll be shooting the tube He can make no mistakes, when he surfs a point break Go Santa, go, go, go VERSE 3 He'll hang out with the locals And hear what they have to say They all will want a new surfboard come Christmas Day He'll tell them "hang loose" as he heads back north With his surfer tan and his new board shorts Santa's gone surfing; Go Santa, go, go go CHORUS Santa's gone surfing Go, Santa, go, go, go Santa's gone surfing He's getting away from the snow Santa's gone surfing, Santa's gone surfing Go Santa, go, go, go! TAG Santa's gone surfing, Santa's gone surfing Go Santa, go, go go! Santa's gone surfing, Santa's gone surfin Go, Santa, (Ho! Ho! Ho!) (Merry Christmas, Dudes!) Track 3 CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2009 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) VERSE 1 Here come the boats all in a row Varnished teak wood and polished brass Christmas lights all over the rigging Stars and angels atop the masts Crews are singing and bells are ringing And boat horns are blowing loud But there?s still lots of joy, even with all the noise As they wave back to the crowds CHORUS All the sailors and boaties Look forward to the holidays When they can decorate their boats and ride In the Christmas boat parade VERSE 2 Here comes Santa with his elves Must be the seventh time tonight The children, they don?t seem to mind They're mesmerized by the Christmas lights Kids on Dad?s shoulders, even the older ones Tip-toe so they can see A boat full of pirates, their canyon, they fire it And light up a Christmas tree CHORUS All the sailors and boaties Look forward to the holidays When they can decorate their boats and ride In the Christmas boat parade INSTRUMENTAL BRIDGE I can't think of a better way To spend the holidays Than from the shore watch them float Or ride on a boat In the Christmas boat parade VERSE 3 There go the boats all in a row The parade for this year?s almost done But I?ll bet you, down at the marina The party has just begun CHORUS All the sailors and boaties Look forward to the holidays When they can decorate their boats and ride In the Christmas boat parade TAG There?s no better way, to kick off the holidays Than the Christmas boat parade Track 4 COCONUT PALM FOR A CHRISTMAS TREE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2009 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) VERSE 1 Papa climb high in the coconut tree Christmas Eve, he must make haste As he carves coconuts for his children Makes them look like a monkey?s face CHORUS Christmas time in the islands Open presents down by the sea Christmas time in the islands A coconut palm for a Christmas tree VERSE 2 Mama cuts down the palm limbs She weaves them with patience and grace Makes hats for all her daughters Keeps the tropical sun off their face CHORUS Christmas time in the islands Open presents down by the sea Christmas time in the islands A coconut palm for a Christmas tree VERSE 3 Grandpa takes the coconut shells Carves them out long and smooth His grandsons will have for Christmas Homemade toy canoes CHORUS Christmas time in the islands Open presents down by the sea Christmas time in the islands A coconut palm for a Christmas tree VERSE 4 Grandma takes the coconut milk Shreds all the coconut meat Mixes and bakes a coconut cake For the family's Christmas treat CHORUS Christmas time in the islands Open presents down by the sea Christmas time in the islands A coconut palm for a Christmas tree INSTRUMENTAL BRIDGE No snow to cover the palm limbs But it?s covered with colorful lights A coconut palm provides everything To make Christmas merry and bright VERSE 5 Christmas morning, the children All smile and shout with glee We?re glad we live in the islands Underneath the coconut tree CHORUS Christmas time in the islands Open presents down by the sea Christmas time in the islands A coconut palm for a Christmas tree CHORUS Christmas time in the islands Open presents down by the sea Christmas time in the islands A coconut palm for a Christmas tree TAG It?s Christmas time in the islands A coconut palm for a Christmas tree Track 5 MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM WAY DOWN SOUTH Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2009 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) VERSE 1 Merry Christmas, from way down south Don't need snow to know, what it's all about Christmas everywhere comes the same time each year It's just celebrated different down here The only snowmen in the tropical isles Wear a light in their belly and a painted on smile Santa Claus still comes along to bring all the loot He just leaves behind his coat and his boots CHORUS From where life is easy And you don't get stressed-out We wish you, Merry Christmas Merry Christmas, from way down south VERSE 2 Merry Christmas, from way down south No place to ice skate, but there is no doubt If you just need a place to relax and unwind There's nothing like the islands at Christmas time Don't mean to make light of a snowy landscape It's just freezing my toes off, is not an escape Now you may choose to be wrapped up in fur But down here, a bathing suit is what we prefer CHORUS From where life is easy And you don't get stressed-out We wish you, Merry Christmas Merry Christmas, from way down south INSTRUMENTAL BRIDGE I don't mean to tell you What I think you already know I'd rather be sunning on a beach Than driving in that snow (No!) Verse 3 Merry Christmas, from way down south No need to freeze, when you're walking about Try snow white sand and an ocean breeze Swaying a palm by an emerald sea Some like it cold, some like it real warm It all may depend on where you were born I agree when they say; to each his own So for me, way down south is where I'll make my home CHORUS From where life is easy And you don't get stressed-out We wish you, Merry Christmas Merry Christmas, from way down south CHORUS From where life is easy And you don't get stressed-out We wish you, Merry Christmas... from way down south Track 6 CHRISTMAS IN THE ISLANDS Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell (c) 2008 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) VERSE 1 Going to buy myself a Christmas present I've been working all year long And I need some time; just to call all mine In a warm sunny place I've got everyone a present I'll leave them underneath the Christmas tree Addressed to you, from me To put a glow on your face CHORUS As for me, on Christmas Day I'll be somewhere far away So when you think of me, know that I'm smiling Spending Christmas in the islands VERSE 2 Going to buy myself a Christmas present Get an airline ticket to The land of the sun, for some holiday fun The way the islanders do Trade the eggnog for pina coladas Pack away my coat and gloves I'll just need a beach mat; a funny big straw hat And throw away my shoes CHORUS As for me, on Christmas Day I'll be somewhere far away So when you think of me, know that I'm smiling Spending Christmas in the islands INSTRUMENTAL BRIDGE Christmas Eve, I'll be counting the stars On a moonlit bay I'll be living on island time So I'll just sleep in on Christmas Day VERSE 3 Going to buy myself a Christmas present To a tropical paradise To spend a little time, just to relax and unwind To the sound of the sea I hope you like your Christmas present You'd better open it now, you'll know just what to do When you see there's tickets for two Because you're coming with me CHORUS As for us, on Christmas Day We'll be somewhere far away So when they think of us They'll know that we're smiling Spending Christmas in the islands TAG So when they think of us They'll know that we're smiling Spending Christmas in the islands Track 7 SO LONG AGO Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2009 Gene Mitchell Music VERSE 1 Colored lights; angels in white A baby; a nativity scene Christmas trees with stars on top Reminds us to believe CHORUS 1 That Christmas is more than just shopping malls It's about the one who gave His all So long ago VERSE 2 Salvation Army; ringing a bell Collects for those in need Toys For Tots; bring gifts to the kids Reminds us to believe CHORUS 2 That Christmas is more than just Santa Claus It's about the one who gave His all So long ago INSTRUMENTAL VERSE 3 Silent Night, Oh Holy Night Hark the Herald, Angels Sing O' Little Town of Bethlehem Unto you is born your King CHORUS 3 Songs that remind us what Christmas is really for It's the time we celebrate, the birth of our Lord So long ago Track 8 COME HOLY KING Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1983 Gene Mitchell Music © 2005 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) VERSE 1 Sleep, Holy Child, this the morning of your birth Let the angels sing, joy to the world, peace on Earth For Emmanuel is born in Bethlehem CHORUS 1 And let the shepherds watch The beauty of your smile Sleep, Holy Child VERSE 2 Wake, Holy Child, for the morning light has come Rest in Mary's arms, grow up strong to become The one who'll give His life in Jerusalem CHORUS 2 But shock the world when you will Rise out of the tomb Wake, Holly Child INSTRUMENTAL VERSE 3 Come, Holy King, while your servant sings The story of God and His love It's the story of Christmas CHORUS 3 And while we offer praise With joy, these words we say Come, Holy King On this,Your birthday Track 9 CHRISTMAS IS MAGIC Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2009 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) VERSE 1 Christmas brings back the magic Carries it across the miles Through the portals of time and space Back when I was a child CHORUS 1 Christmas is magic Colored tree lights and candy canes When you wake up early With frost on the window panes Then we all grow up The magic only lasts awhile But you can still find it each year When you look in the eyes of a child VERSE 2 Children look out the window Each and every Christmas Eve Hoping that they might see a sight Only the young can believe CHORUS 2 Christmas is magic Santa's reindeer can really fly With a magic top hat A snowman will come alive Then we all grow up The magic only lasts awhile But you can still find it each year When you look in the eyes of a child INSTRUMENTAL VERSE 3 Every Christmas season The magic comes back again In the spirit of giving ourselves To our families and friends CHORUS 3 Christmas is magic Don't ever let it slip away Keep it in your heart Each and every single day We can still grow up Giving's never out of style Christmas is magic It's not just in the eyes of a child TAG Christmas is magic It's not just in the eyes of a child VERSE 1 (REPEAT) Christmas brings back the magic Carries it across the miles Through the portals of time and space Back when I was a child INSTRUMENTAL (OUTRO) Track 10 CHRISTMAS IN PARADISE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2007/2008 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) VERSE 1 I've got a proposition, Baby, don?t say no I bought two tickets so that we can go I promise you it's gonna make you smile Hanging out together on a tropical isle I know I don't have to ask you twice Let's spend this Christmas in paradise VERSE 2 I?'ve already checked with the weather man You can wear your new bikini and show off your tan We'll drink rum jumbies 'til we close our eyes Fall asleep together under clear blue skies At night we'll have dinner and champagne on ice Let's spend this Christmas in paradise CHORUS Romance is good by a fireside Or snuggled up together on a sleigh ride But sunshine and beaches are far more nice Let's spend this Christmas in paradise VERSE 3 You said, yes, just like I knew you would A long vacation will do us good The magazine read, we should treat ourselves right Relaxation and some bright sunlight I think it's best that we take that advice Let's spend this Christmas in paradise CHORUS Romance is good by a fireside Or snuggled up together on a sleigh ride But sunshine and beaches are far more nice Let's spend this Christmas in paradise TAG Spend this Christmas in paradise INSTRUMENTAL VERSE 4 So pack your suitcase and go with me Two chairs are waiting under a palm tree The sand is white and the water is clear The weather is perfect every day of the year No matter what it cost, I'll pay the price Let's spend this Christmas in paradise CHORUS Romance is good by a fireside Or snuggled up together on a sleigh ride But sunshine and beaches are far more nice Let's spend this Christmas in paradise TAG Spend this Christmas in paradise Spend this Christmas in paradise (Merry Christmas!) ----------------------------------------------------- MY LITTLE GIRL, the PERFECT and MUST HAVE song when planning your wedding. This song is pefect for the Father and Bride wedding dance or for Dad to sing to his daughter at her wedding. Order from the homepage, you get the song, piano/guitar sheet music and a track with piano only playing the sheet music for Dad to sing-a-long with. Download the following song at http://cdbaby.com/cd/genemitchell13 (genemitchell and the number 13) MY LITTLE GIRL(Father to Daughter Wedding Song) Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2008 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 It was My Little Pony and Winnie-The-Pooh Now it's something old, new, borrowed and blue I remember her modeling her first summer dress Her spinning around, me thinking, "How I've been blessed? It was running beside her on her first bicycle ride Her sweet voice saying, "Daddy, it's your turn to hide" Christmas mornings; her face all aglow Where did my little girl go Chorus She's standing in front of me; a woman so strong Ready to take on the world The years have flown, now she's all grown But she'll always be my little girl Bridge Trips to the Circus, laughing at clowns Climbing a tree, saying, "Daddy, please help me down" Pictures with Mickey Mouse at Disney World Remembering how it felt to say, "That's my little girl" Verse 2 It was tea parties, a small table for two "A cup for me, Daddy, here's one for you" That was long ago, another time and place Now wedding cake and champagne have taken its place I'm standing here about to give her away Recalling how so many times, I imagined this day Looking down at a little girl, who walked by my side Now I look up at the most beautiful bride Chorus She's standing in front of me; a woman so strong Ready to take on the world The years have flown, now she's all grown But she'll always be my little girl Tag The years have flown, now you're all grown But you'll always be my little girl ****************************************************** CD Title: ISLAND SWING © 2009 (Lyrics from 11 songs on the CD) Track 1 ISLAND SWING Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2007 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 It's a sunny day in the islands The porch swing begins to sway My arm's around you and we're both smiling It feels good to get away Time to relax, no need to hurry This tropical place brings relief Life is so calm here, theress no need to worry Now I'm so glad that Chorus We've got the summer wind behind us Blowing our dreams upon the sea The sun is shinning, you're sitting here beside me I feel like a king, in my island swing Verse 2 Looking back on all of our memories From the first time that we met I close my eyes and my mind sends me To places I'll never forget All of the good times, all of the laugher Made it easy for me to believe Your love was just what I was after Now I am so glad that Chorus We've got the summer wind behind us Blowing our dreams upon the sea The sun is shinning, you're sitting here beside me I feel like a king, in my island swing Bridge Every now and then, we need to get away; somewhere Reflect on all our past, and all the love we've shared Make our plans to do all that we have dreamed And it's amazing how far into the future we can see Sitting in this island swing Instrumental Chorus We've got the summer wind behind us Blowing our dreams upon the sea The sun is shinning, you're sitting here beside me I feel like a king, in my island swing Tag The sun is shinning, you're sitting here beside me I feel like a king, in my island swing Track 2 JUST ANOTHER ISLAND STORY Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2008 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 He said he robbed a bank when he was younger He served his time, twenty long years He had 10 million stashed in the Cayman's He's going to get it when the coast is clear He captivates tourists at the tiki bar But in the back of your mind, you think If this guy is a millionaire Why is he asking me to buy him a drink Chorus It's just another island story Exaggerations taken too far Their yesterdays, told in so many ways They've forgotten who they really are When the memory gets a little too blurry It's just another island story Verse 2 She said she was a real estate tycoon Brokered big deals for the mob She refills my coffee and tells me This is just my temporary job She's got about four or five million But it's tied up in properties She'll be back on her feet When the market turns around And it will, you just wait and see Chorus It's just another island story Exaggerations taken too far Their yesterdays, told in so many ways They've forgotten who they really are When the memory gets a little too blurry It's just another island story Instrumental Bridge Hemmingway, Jack London Robert Louis Stephenson Old sailors spinning their yarns It may seem very strange But time hasn't really changed They're only stories, what is the harm Verse 3 He said he was a movie producer She said, that's not what you said yesterday He said, can you keep a secret I'm really undercover C.I.A. She said she use to be a centerfold Now she's got two Harvard Phd's He said, as long as I am undercover Who you are doesn't matter to me Chorus It's just another island story Exaggerations taken too far Their yesterdays, told in so many ways They've forgotten who they really are When the memory gets a little too blurry It's just another island story Tag When the memory gets a little too blurry It's just another island story Track 3 WAIMEA Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1979 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Walkin' hand in hand with my Baby On the road to Waimea Summer morning sun is hot And with bare feet it's really not Too cool at all She's my very special Lady And she almost drives me crazy Every time I get around She lifts my feet up off the ground I feel so tall Chorus Who's to say that I don't get around When I love so much getting out of the town Away from Waikiki, the crowds get to me And always bring me down Back in the city, I won't be seen Waimea, you're my island dream Verse 2 Summer time in Waimea akes me feel I've got to say I'm Really digging on your smile I'm drifting off for miles and miles I feel so high Peacocks running here and there The smell of flowers in the air Those are just the little things That make me feel like I have wings So I can fly Chorus Who's to say that I don't get around When I love so much getting out of the town Away from Waikiki, the crowds get to me And always bring me down Back in the city, I won't be seen Waimea, you're my island dream Instrumental Bridge Got to get away from the city living And all those flashing neon lights I;d rather have that country side of life Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah Verse 3 Rainbow in the noon time sky Really turns me on until I Have to say I love you girl My head is spinning like a whirl.. ..wind 'round and 'round Summer afternoon is breezy Got me feeling oh so easy I'm really digging on your love I'm floating on the clouds above I can't come down Chorus Who's to say that I don?t get around When I love so much getting out of the town Away from Waikiki, the crowds get to me And always bring me down Back in the city, I won't be seen Waimea, you're my island dream Tag Waimea, you're my island dream Track 4 ROMANCE IN PARADISE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2007 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I've got a proposition, Baby; don't say no I bought two tickets so that we can go I promise you, it's gonna make you smile Hanging out together on a tropical isle I know I don't have to ask you twice To have a little bit of romance in paradise Verse 2 I've already checked with the weather man You can wear your new bikini and show off your tan We'll drink rum jumbies 'til we close our eyes Fall asleep together under clear blue skies At night we'll have dinner and champagne on ice And a little bit of romance in paradise Chorus Romance is good by a fireside Or snuggled up together on a sleigh ride But sunshine and beaches are far more nice Let's have a little romance in paradise Verse 3 You said, yes, just like I knew you would A long vacation will do us good The magazine read, we should treat ourselves right Relaxation and some bright sunlight I think it's best that we take that advice And have a little bit of romance in paradise Chorus Romance is good by a fireside Or snuggled up together on a sleigh ride But sunshine and beaches are far more nice Let's have a little romance in paradise Tag Have a little romance in paradise Instrumental Verse 4 So pack your suitcase and go with me Two chairs are waiting under a palm tree The sand is white and the water is clear The weather is perfect every day of the year No matter what it cost, I'll pay the price For a little bit of romance in paradise Chorus Romance is good by a fireside Or snuggled up together on a sleigh ride But sunshine and beaches are far more nice Let's have a little romance in paradise Tag Have a little romance in paradise Have a little romance in paradise Track 5 TWO BIG COCONUTS Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2006 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Down in the islands, you learn the first thing About mid-day, you get really thirsty I was really hot, so I dropped into a shop Asked the girl for water, she said, I think not Down in the islands, water is not enough To quench your thirst, you need two big coconuts Verse 2 Now I'd never heard that, but I was really dry And willing, to give anything a try 'Cause I was really hot, and I was on the spot Asked her, please give me Anything you've got Down in the islands, water is not enough To quench your thirst, you need two big coconuts Chorus One coconut; just won't do When you're thirsty, it takes two Not three, not four Two coconuts, you'll need no more Not five, not six Two coconuts will do the trick Yes, two coconuts, can you dig Two coconuts; make sure they're big Instrumental Verse 3 Big coconuts, sweet to the taste I don't like to see anything go to waste I was really hot, so I drank a lot Licked my lips; said Give me one more shot Down in the islands, water is not enough To quench your thirst, you need two big coconuts Chorus One coconut; just won?t do When you're thirsty, it takes two Not three, not four Two coconuts, you'll need no more Not five, not six Two coconuts will do the trick Yes, two coconuts, can you dig Two coconuts; make sure they're big Tag She had big coconuts She gave me big coconuts Two big coconuts Track 6 SOFT AND WET Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2003 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I first saw her on a moonlit night She was coming from a swim There was another guy on the beach But I could tell, she wasn't with him She winked at me as she dried herself off And tied the towel 'round her hips My heart went thumpety-bump when she smiled at me With those ruby red lips Chorus It was a night to remember A night I will never forget It was a night to remember Her skin was so soft and wet Verse 2 I took her out the next evening She was wearing a red hot dress A string of snowy white pearls 'round her neck Hung low on her chest We stayed out until midnight And we had a real good time And when we danced the last dance She turned to me and said Baby, your place or mine Chorus It was a night to remember A night I will never forget It was a night to remember Her skin was so soft and wet Instrumental Verse 3 Bright and early next morning I discovered that she had left A note was on the table Beside a lace-rimmed handkerchief I held it to my face And I breathed that sweet perfume I read the note, it said, "Gone for coffee, I'll be back real soon" Chorus It was a night to remember A night I will never forget It was a night to remember Her skin was so soft and wet Chorus It was a night to remember A night I will never forget It was a night to remember Her skin was so soft and wet Tag So soft and wet (Spoken): So soft and wet Track 7 SHE LOVES ME Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2008 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I?'ve got most everything I need But one more thing and I do believe I'd have it all If she would say that she loves me I looked at her and she looked at me There was no denying the electricity It would light up my life If she would say that she loves me Chorus She loves me, are the words I want to hear her say I love her, and I want to be near, her every day There's nothing I want more in this world Than for her to tell me she?ll be my girl And to say, she loves me Verse 2 We first met underneath a thatch.. ..roof, and I knew, we are a perfect match She likes going to the tropics and taking it easy She's a lady with class, who is sometimes wild When she is, she's still got style She has it all But there's one more thing that will please me Chorus She loves me, are the words I want to hear her say I love her, and I want to be near, her every day There's nothing I want more in this world Than for her to tell me she'll be my girl And to say, she loves me Instrumental Bridge I don't know how long I can endure Waiting for her to say those words So I really know for sure Chorus She loves me, are the words I want to hear her say I love her, and I want to be near, her every day There's nothing I want more in this world Than for her to tell me she'll be my girl And to say, she loves me Tag I can't wait another day I've got to hear her say "I love you," Ah, she loves me Track 8 BEAUTY AND THE BEACH Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2008 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 She opens the window blinds Takes a look at the beach outside There's a sparkle in her eyes She is finally where she belongs Every since she was a little child The ocean made her smile She liked seeing for miles and miles And can stare at it all day long Chorus It's one thing to have a view of the beach Another, a beautiful girl But when you've got beauty and the beach You've got the best of both worlds I've got one of each, Beauty and the beach Verse 2 She gently rubs on sun screen Her body; it's soft, yet lean Lying beside her, it's quite a scene Wow, I'm a lucky man With her visor pulled down low Sunglasses, she's taking it slow What she's reading, I don't know Then she reaches out and touches my hand Chorus It's one thing to have a view of the beach Another, a beautiful girl But when you've got beauty and the beach You've got the best of both worlds I've got one of each, Beauty and the beach Bridge When I think of all I've got It's a wonderful thing Life on the beach, a beautiful girl Friends and family And all the joy life brings Painted in the songs I sing The canvas of my life Beauty and the Beach Instrumental Verse 3 A sunset from the balcony Her hair is blown by a southern breeze Then she turns and says to me Let's walk on the beach awhile It's here she is right at home Bare feet in the sand and foam She has a beauty I've never known I am captured by her smile Chorus It's one thing to have a view of the beach Another, a beautiful girl But when you've got beauty and the beach You've got the best of both worlds I've got one of each, Beauty and the beach Tag I'm so glad I've got one of each Beauty and the beach Track 9 LIQUID LUNCH (Bar Hoppin' In St. Martin) Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2007 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 When you're in St. Martin, you've got to go Down to Topper's and meet Julio You'll always find him behind the bar He serves your rum punch in a mason jar Chorus We're bar hoppin', on St. Martin Every bar has a different rum punch We'll save our appetites, for later tonight Today we'll have a liquid lunch Verse 2 Over at The Wharf, you've got to see That reggae band, playing Bob Marley You drink their rum punch and you fly away Like three little birds on a sunny day Chorus We're bar hoppin', on St. Martin Every bar has a different rum punch We'll save our appetites, for later tonight Today we'll have a liquid lunch Instrumental Bridge Over by the airport at the Sunset Bar By the sea and the sand You can drink rum punch on the deck And watch the big planes land But it seemed like every time A plane's wheels touched the ground We were saying, "Hey bartender Get us another round" Verse 3 All around St. Martin, from the French to the Dutch Every bar claimed they had the best rum punch But we all agreed, the night before we went home The best rum punch we made on our own Chorus We're bar hoppin', on St. Martin Every bar has a different rum punch We'll save our appetites, for later tonight Today we'll have a liquid lunch Chorus We're bar hoppin', on St. Martin Every bar has a different rum punch We'll save our appetites, for later tonight Today we'll have a liquid lunch Tag We'll save our appetites, for later tonight Today we'll have a liquid lunch Track 10 ROLE OF A PARADISE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2008 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 If your life is unpredictable Spinning 'round in circles Like a Vegas roulette wheel Or black jack - "hit me, No I'm staying" Depending on each moment just how you feel You've been talking about moving Where it's always sunny But can't make up your mind If you should really go Some things are worth a lot more than money It's time to start taking things a bit more slow Chorus All of life is a gamble So here's some good advice When you need to relax You want to feel nice And your life needs some tropical spice That's the role of a paradise Verse 2 You keep pulling the handle, over and over Hoping that everything lines up right Your decision is stalled Like a drawn out game of poker Waiting on the hand of your life You've been talking about moving To white sandy beaches Where a deck chair And palm trees would be enough You say you can't go But there is one thing life teaches Sometimes you've got to call your own bluff Chorus All of life is a gamble So here's some good advice When you need to relax You want to feel nice And your life needs some tropical spice That's the role of a paradise Instrumental Bridge Sometimes a little of what you really want Can mean a lot But you can't spend your whole life long Waiting to hit the big jack pot Chorus All of life is a gamble So here's some good advice When you need to relax You want to feel nice And your life needs some tropical spice That's the role of a paradise Tag Take a chance, all you need Is the role of a paradise Track 11 YOU WITH ME Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2008 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I've been to so many islands From the Caribbean to the South Pacific shores But every time I go to the islands I get this feeling there could be so much more There's still one thing I miss And I know just what it is So I must tell you this Chorus You and me That's the way it should always be Together on an island Somewhere out on a crystal sea I have dreamed So many times and really do believe The next time I'm in the islands It will be, you with me Verse 2 From Puerto Rico down to Aruba And Fiji all the way up to the Hawaiian Isles Even when in Jamaica or in Cuba All the fun and sunshine, no longer holds my smile There's still one thing I miss And I know just what it is So I must tell you this Chorus You and me That's the way it should always be Together on an island Somewhere out on a crystal sea I have dreamed So many times and really do believe The next time I'm in the islands It will be, you with me Instrumental Bridge Catalina to the Philippines The Bahamas to the Grenadines And all the islands in between None of them mean a thing If you're not there To share it all with me Chorus You and me That's the way it should always be Together on an island Somewhere out on a crystal sea I have dreamed So many times and really do believe The next time I'm in the islands It will be, you with me Tag The next time I'm in the islands It will be, you with me WATCH FOR THE NEW CD RELEASE UNDER "NEWS" ON THE HOME PAGE ******************************************************* Below are all the lyrics to CD "DANCING ON THE BEACH," the latest release, and the previous release "VACATION" CD. SCROLL PAST "DANCING ON THE BEACH" LYRICS FOR "VACATION" CD LYRICS AVAILABLE NOW ------------------------------------------------------------ CD Title: DANCING ON THE BEACH © 2007 (Lyrics from 14 songs on the CD) Track 1 NO GAS, NO MOTOR, NO PROBLEM Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2006 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Hoist up the jib sail, cast off the line The boat moves slowly, but we've got plenty of time Nothing could be better than getting underway Our friends are all onboard and we're cruising on the bay Verse 2 Power boats and jet skis, they speed on past But I say, life's too short to be moving so fast Let out the spinnaker, haul up the main We may not be as fast but we'll get there just the same, 'cause Chorus The wind is in our sails, from the top to the bottom Somebody ring the bell, no gas, no motor, no problem Verse 3 See that boat over there, they forgot the first rule When you spend a day on the water, always carry extra fuel That other boat's engine went out, they can't go Guess they'll just sit around waiting on a tow, but Chorus The wind is in our sails, from the top to the bottom Somebody ring the bell, no gas, no motor, no problem Instrumental Bridge Bathing suits, bare feet, sunshine, it's breezy Sailboat, so sweet, we're just taking it easy, 'cause Chorus The wind is in our sails, from the top to the bottom Somebody ring the bell, no gas, no motor, no problem No gas, no motor, no problem Track 2 MARTINIS AND BIKINIS Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2006 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I took off on a little trip Went down to the pool bar to have a sip Of the tropical drink of the day Blue martinis, two for one Hawaiian Tropic, don't you know That afternoon, was having a show Teenie bikinis, Oh, way too much fun Chorus Martinis and bikinis, got me looking up and down Martinis and bikinis, got my head spinning around Verse 2 I enjoyed the show and was quite amazed That I could see anything through the haze Blue martinis, drink after drink Hawaiian Tropic was casting its spell The girls pranced and the young boys yelled Teenie bikinis and martinis, I don't know what to think Chorus Martinis and bikinis, got me looking up and down Martinis and bikinis, got my head spinning around Instrumental Bridge Flowers and pastels, solids and stripes All skinny from the bottom to the top Hey, but I never saw the itsy, bitsy, teenie, weenie one With yellow polka-dots, Woo Things are getting hot, hot, hot Chorus Martinis and bikinis, got me looking up and down Martinis and bikinis, got my head spinning around Chorus Martinis and bikinis, got me looking up and down Martinis and bikinis, got my head spinning around Martinis and bikinis, Oh, they've got my head spinning around Track 3 POSTCARDS FROM ORLANDO Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2006 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Why don't we go, down to Orlando I hear there's magic all around There's so much to see, Baby, you and me We'll have a good time in Orlando Chorus All our friends will wonder where we are What we're doing they won't know They will be surprised, when we say hello With postcards from Orlando Verse 2 I think it's time, to go where the sun shines And a party when the sun goes down There's so much to do, Baby, me and you Might fall in love in Orlando Chorus All our friends will wonder where we are What we're doing they won' know They will be surprised, when we say hello With postcards from Orlando Instrumental Bridge We'll lay out by the pool, turn off the phone Everything can wait, until we get back home Chorus All our friends will wonder where we are What we're doing they won't know They will be surprised, when we say hello With postcards from Orlando Won't they be surprised, when we say hello With postcards from Orlando We'll send you postcards from Orlando Track 4 COCONUT JAZZ Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2004 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 There's good jazz in New York City It's called Dixieland in New Orleans They swing in L.A. and Chicago Some of the best players you've ever seen But way down south in the islands In a club on a side street The jazz is hot, but the band is cool They wear flip-flops on their feet Chorus Drinking coconut rum martinis Mix in some swinging tunes, Pizzazz! Shake it, stir it, what ever your taste It comes out coconut jazz Verse 2 The drummer is wearing a tank top In a corner just left of the stage The guitar player's popping the rhythm He wears a bathing suit faded with age Mr. Bass Man in his sunglasses Oh, he's thumping his upright bass The steel drum pinging the high notes Got 'em swinging all over the place Chorus Drinking coconut rum martinis Mix in some swinging tunes, Pizzazz! Shake it, stir it, what ever your taste It comes out coconut jazz Instrumental Bridge MmmMmmHmm, I'll have another round for the band please A mixture of Bob Marley and Earl Klugh Beach bums and old beatniks All snapping their fingers, tapping the feet Sure makes for quite a mix Verse 3 The bartender makes pina coladas Then some vodka on the rocks The band has been jammin'for hours Never looking up at the clock The lights never dim for last call The crowd just drifts on out the door But, they'll all be back tomorrow night They'll go coconuts once more Chorus Drinking coconut rum martinis Mix in some swinging tunes, Pizzazz! Shake it, stir it, what ever your taste It comes out coconut jazz Chorus Drinking coconut rum martinis Mix in some swinging tunes, Pizzazz! Shake it, stir it, what ever your taste It comes out coconut jazz Shake it, stir it, what ever your taste It comes out coconut jazz Track 5 SERENE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2005 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 She wants to take it slowly I don't want to break her stride I'm just glad that it's me that she is Taking along for the ride She makes me smile when I'm with her I make her laugh out loud She's so amusing when she Has her head in the clouds Chorus She's so serene, feels like I'm in a dream And I try to run but my legs won't move She says, slow down, you've got nothing to prove I'll be around, I'm just serene Verse 2 The times that we spend together Always makes me long for more Relax, is what she tells me I try to, but my heart wants to soar Zany feelings have got me spellbound Is anticipation driving me wild? A little patience is what I must have Rushing things is just not her style Chorus She's so serene, feels like I'm in a dream And I try to run but my legs won't move She says, slow down, you've got nothing to prove I'll be around, I'm just serene Bridge She says she needs a little more time And assures me that I'm always on her mind She tells me just to chill, she says, you know I will Finally come around, I'm just serene Instrumental Chorus She's so serene, feels like I'm in a dream And I try to run but my legs won't move She says, slow down, you've got nothing to prove I'll be around, I'm just serene She's just serene Track 6 A LAZY SATURDAY MORNING Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2002 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Intro Chorus I dig a lazy Saturday morning Lots of sunshine, no TV, no telephone calls I dig a lazy Saturday morning Laying in the hammock doing absolutely nothing at all Verse 1 The neighbor down the street He's mowing his lawn His wife is planting flowers With hardly nothing on I don't know why he's got his mind on his grass When he could be sipping lemonade and watching her.. Chorus I dig a lazy Saturday morning Lots of sunshine, no TV, no telephone calls I dig a lazy Saturday morning Laying in the hammock doing absolutely nothing at all Verse 2 The guy across the street Is working on his van The kids are running through the sprinkler He's a family man He's got his mind on an oil change, tune-up and lube Pays no attention to the joggers with the bouncing... Chorus I dig a lazy Saturday morning Lots of sunshine, no TV, no telephone calls I dig a lazy Saturday morning Laying in the hammock doing absolutely nothing at all Bridge I can close my eyes and I can dream Be anywhere I want to be Dancing on an island with a hula girl Or sailing on a ship all around the world Sail on sailor Instrumental Verse 3 Two old ladies are talking With three old men With noses in the air They're spreading gossip again Every one says they're always up to no good But go to them for the news of the neighbor... Chorus I dig a lazy Saturday morning (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Thursday, Friday, Saturday, any day) Mid-Chorus I dig a lazy Saturday morning (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Thursday, Friday, Saturday, any day) Chorus I dig a lazy Saturday morning Lots of sunshine, no TV, no telephone calls I dig a lazy Saturday morning Laying in the hammock doing absolutely nothing at all I dig a lazy Saturday morning Track 7 FOREVER ON THE EMERALD COAST Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2005 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Emerald coast of Florida Down on the Gulf of Mexico She says she's got to go Memories of childhood Walks along the beach holding Dad's hand And castles in the sand Chorus A lifetime has come and gone measured by weekends Visiting the place her heart has always been One day she'll say goodbye to the life she knows And live forever on the Emerald Coast Verse 2 Redneck Rivera Is not what it use to be when she was small Progress consumes us all But standing on the snow white sand Looking out onto the emerald sea It's the same as it use to be Chorus A lifetime has come and gone measured by weekends Visiting the place her heart has always been One day she'll say goodbye to the life she knows And live forever on the Emerald Coast Bridge From the days of a young girl's laughter Through spring breaks and all years after In her heart, she has always known No matter the time or sacrifice One day she'll return to paradise And make the Gulf of Mexico her home Instrumental Chorus A lifetime has come and gone measured by weekends Visiting the place her heart has always been One day she'll say goodbye to the life she knows And live forever on the Emerald Coast She's going to say goodbye to the life she knows And live forever on the Emerald Coast Track 8 MY FRIEND Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell (c) 2005 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Everybody's got someone Where confidence is allowed Some were friends long ago Some are still friends now Everybody's got a story Of loyalty through the years Someone who cheered them to success And was there to share their tears Chorus One stands out above the rest Truly a Godsend You deserve a song of your own Here's to you, my friend Verse 2 Everybody knows someone Who will give up all their time To lend a helping hand Someone who's heart is kind Everybody can remember Letters and phone calls Evenings full of laughter With friends who gave their all Chorus One stands out above the rest Truly a Godsend You deserve a song of your own Here's to you, my friend Instrumental Chorus One stands out above the rest Truly a Godsend You deserve a song of your own Here's to you, my friend You deserve a song of your own Here's to you, my friend Track 9 DANCING ON THE BEACH Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2004 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Chorus Dancing on the Beach, arm around my Baby Cheek to cheek, hand in hand Dancing on the Beach, underneath the moonlight Four bare feet, kicking up the sand Verse 1 Dancing in high school, dancing at the ball Dancing by the juke box or any place at all Everyone loves dancing, but if you ask me Nothing can be finer than dancing by the sea Chorus Dancing on the Beach, arm around my Baby Cheek to cheek, hand in hand Dancing on the Beach, underneath the moonlight Four bare feet, kicking up the sand Verse 2 Do the Lindy Hop, dance the Jitterbug Nothing like a slow dance to make you fall in love From Atlantic City to the Florida Beach Bop On the Carolina coast, the shagging never stops Chorus Dancing on the Beach, arm around my Baby Cheek to cheek, hand in hand Dancing on the Beach, underneath the moonlight Four bare feet, kicking up the sand Bridge Don't be afraid, take a chance Walk right up to the one you want And say, Let's dance! Instrumental Verse 3 Swing her to the left, give her a spin Grab her other hand and pull her close in Give her a kiss, dip her to the right If I am lucky, we'll be shagging through the night Chorus Dancing on the Beach, arm around my Baby Cheek to cheek, hand in hand Dancing on the Beach, underneath the moonlight Four bare feet, kicking up the sand Chorus Dancing on the Beach, arm around my Baby Cheek to cheek, hand in hand Dancing on the Beach, underneath the moonlight Four bare feet, kicking up the sand Chorus Dancing on the Beach, arm around my Baby Cheek to cheek, hand in hand Dancing on the Beach, underneath the moonlight Four bare feet, kicking up the sand Track 10 WRITE ME A NOTE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2002 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Friday afternoon, I've been working all week I've got a little money to spend Tonight I have a date, but first I decided I would go out with some of my friends We laugh and we joke about the Big Boss Man How we need more pay I saw I had a message on my phone I listened and I heard her say Chorus Why don't you write me a note Why don't you call on the phone Why are you out with all your friends While I wait for you all alone Why don't you tap on my window Why don't you knock on my door You'd better do something fast Because I don't want to wait for you anymore Verse 3 So I ran from my friends as fast as I could With one thing on my mind Get to her and apologize While I still had time I got to her street, her house was dark Yes, she had gone to bed A letter was taped to her front door This is how it read Chorus Why don't you write me a note Why don't you call on the phone Why are you out with all your friends While I wait for you all alone Why don't you tap on my window Why don't you knock on my door You'd better do something fast Because I don't want to wait for you anymore Instrumental Verse 3 So I called on the phone and I knocked on her door Handed her a note She smiled at me when she looked down And read the words I wrote I am so sorry, please forgive me Can we still be friends She winked and said, we can be more than that If I never have to say again Chorus Why don't you write me a note Why don't you call on the phone Why are you out with all your friends While I wait for you all alone Why don't you tap on my window Why don't you knock on my door You'd better do something fast Because I don't want to wait for you anymore Chorus Why don't you write me a note Why don't you call on the phone Why are you out with all your friends While I wait for you all alone Why don't you tap on my window Why don't you knock on my door You'd better do something fast Because I don't want to wait for you anymore So, if you're late, no joke Just remember to write the note Track 11 RUM PHONICS Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2006 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 He says erotic, he means erratic His tongue is tied, his brain is full of static He's an educated man, but when a drink's in his hand He speaks a language you can't understand Chorus A little bit of rum will not make you numb It's not surprising, nor is it ironic When you've had too much to drink It makes it hard to think And you'll find yourself speaking rum phonics Verse 2 He says tarbender, he means bartender His speech tells you his mind is in a blender He's a musical man, he sings along with the band In a language you can't understand Chorus A little bit of rum will not make you numb It's not surprising, nor is it ironic When you've had too much to drink It makes it hard to think And you'll find yourself speaking rum phonics Instrumental Bridge He really likes his rum And a good conversation or two Take some advice from me If he turns and starts talking to you Verse 3 And says, Hey there, it's good to know ya Then he buys you a rum and coca-cola I do not say this in jest Here's how you'll know you're a mess You understand every word that he says CHorus A little bit of rum will not make you numb It's not surprising, nor is it ironic When you've had too much to drink It makes it hard to think And you'll find yourself speaking rum phonics When you've had too much to drink It makes it hard to think And you'll find yourself speaking rum phonics Track 12 YOU'RE ON VACATION Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2005 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Relax; kick back No need to have a panic attack You're on vacation You're stressed, you're a mess It's time to give your mind a rest You're on vacation Chorus Take a little time for yourself No time to worry about anything else Live the life of ease, do just what you please Permission granted for you to be carefree You're on vacation Verse 2 Take five, many times Be in neutral, not overdrive You're on vacation What a thrill, just to chill You're going to like the way it makes you feel You're on vacation Chorus Take a little time for yourself No time to worry about anything else Live the life of ease, do just what you please Permission granted for you to be carefree You're on vacation Bridge A lazy hammock under the tree is Rocked gently by ocean breezes Each time it sways, your troubles fade away All your dreams become reality When you're on vacation Instrumental Verse 3 Island band, they're grand Dancing toes in the snow white sand You're on vacation Blue seas, palm trees This is how life was meant to be You're on vacation Chorus Take a little time for yourself No time to worry about anything else Live the life of ease, do just what you please Permission granted for you to be carefree You're on vacation You're on vacation Relax, You're on vacation Track 13 A LADY AND A DANCER Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2006 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I knew, she was a lady The first time that we met Even though she would go crazy On the dance floor, she was the best She said, hello, how are you Her voice was familiar somehow It's like we already knew All I could do was say, I am fine now Pre-Chorus Sometimes it's hard to imagine Within a short time, it would be like We'd always been together Sharing the best times of our life Chorus She's a lady and a dancer I want everyone to see She's a lady and a dancer Now the lady's dancing with me Verse 2 Love grew from the first time I met her The days went by so fast Every week got better and better We both knew, this could last She liked the beach and liked to dance She loved music and sunshine The same for me, so I took a chance No better lady, no better time Pre-Chorus Sometimes it's hard to imagine Within a short time, it would be like We'd always been together Sharing the best times of our life Chorus She's a lady and a dancer I want everyone to see She's a lady and a dancer Now the lady's dancing with me Instrumental Bridge Sometimes you know it's the right thing The love is there with all of the fun Same soul, same aspirations She said and I said, you are the one Chorus She's a lady and a dancer I want everyone to see She's a lady and a dancer Now the lady's dancing with me Chorus She's a lady and a dancer I want everyone to see She's a lady and a dancer Now the lady's dancing with me Track 14 A LOTTA PINA COLADAS Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2005 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 She likes to dance, I like the beach One thing in common, we like tropical drinks I took her on a Caribbean cruise She made me put on my dancing shoes Chorus We drank a lotta pina coladas And danced until the sun came up It was a lotta pina coladas And a whole bunch of my Baby's love Verse 2 She's got heart, I've got soul With that combination we can never grow old I took her to a luau in Waikiki She took me away behind the coconut tree Chorus We drank a lotta pina coladas And danced until the sun came up It was a lotta pina coladas And a whole bunch of my Baby's love Bridge Coconut cream, pineapple juice Put in some rum, makes my feet get loose Add crushed ice, blend it fast Out of the blender into a tall glass Fruit on the rim, umbrella on top Keep 'em coming, no need to stop A lotta pina coladas And a whole bunch of love Instrumental Chorus We drank a lotta pina coladas And danced until the sun came up It was a lotta pina coladas And a whole bunch of my Baby's love Verse 3 She's so sweet, I'm a beach bum She's the pineapple juice, I'm the coconut rum I took her on the dance floor, they turned up the beat We blended together like a tropical treat Chorus We drank a lotta pina coladas And danced until the sun came up It was a lotta pina coladas And a whole bunch of my Baby's love A lotta pina coladas A lotta pina coladas A lotta pina coladas And a whole bunch of my Baby's love ----------------------------------------------------- CD Title: VACTION © 2005 (Lyrics from 15 songs on the CD) Track 1 VACATION Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2004 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Intro Chorus I'm going on vacation, I'm going on vacation I've got my suitcases packed I'm, yes, I?m going on vacation I'm going on vacation And I'm never, never, ever coming back Verse 1 I've been wondering for so long Why I'm working for somebody else Saving up all my vacation Just to have a little time to myself When I could be in the islands Where even the work is play I could be styling And living vacation everyday Chorus I'm going on vacation, I'm going on vacation I've got my suitcases packed I'm, yes, I'm going on vacation I'm going on vacation And I'm never, never, ever coming back Verse 2 Vacations are too short A week and sometimes two Just when you start relaxing Vacation is already through And you're back home and working A forty hour week and then One thing's for certain You can't wait for vacation again Chorus I'm going on vacation, I'm going on vacation I've got my suitcases packed I'm, yes, I'm going on vacation I'm going on vacation And I'm never, never, ever coming back Instrumental Bridge So many places to see, so much I want to do So little time to make it all come true I've put it off too long The islands are where I belong It's time to prove, I'm making my move I'll see you there, so long Pack it all up, pack it up now Pack it all up, never coming back Chorus I'm going on vacation, I'm going on vacation I've got my suitcases packed I'm, yes, I'm going on vacation I'm going on vacation And I'm never, never, ever coming back Tag I'm, yes, I'm going on vacation, I'm going on vacation And I'm never, never, ever coming back I'm going on vacation! Track 2 CARIBBEAN CRAZY Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2002 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Got a call from some old friends They asked me how have I been I said, I couldn't be better Living here in this beautiful weather How's it going with you? They said, we're feeling lousy The weather here has been so cloudy We're about to go insane In all this cold and rain We need a cure for the blues Chorus It's time to go where it's always sunny Drink margaritas underneath a coconut tree Walk hand in hand on the beach with your Honey Feel the foam at your feet And the warmth of an island breeze Where everyone expects you to be lazy You've got to head down south And go Caribbean crazy Verse 2 I said, it's time to get going Now that you're sitting there knowing Just what you need to do To finally cure those blues You know where you belong Lay on the beach and sail until sunset Then go into town and you bet You're going to dance the night away As you listen to the tropical band Play a Caribbean song Chorus It's time to go where it's always sunny Drink margaritas underneath a coconut tree Walk hand in hand on the beach with your Honey Feel the foam at your feet And the warmth of an island breeze Where everyone expects you to be lazy You've got to head down south And go Caribbean crazy Bridge You know you need a Caribbean get-a-way Every time you close your eyes You hear those steel drums play Instrumental Chorus It's time to go where it's always sunny Drink margaritas underneath a coconut tree Walk hand in hand on the beach with your Honey Feel the foam at your feet And the warmth of an island breeze Where everyone expects you to be lazy You've got to head down south And go Caribbean crazy Tag You've got to head down south And go Caribbean crazy Track 3 SAIL - EBRATION Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2003 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 The water is sparkling like diamonds on the bay Tell-tails indicate a breeze is on the way Out in the channel, sails reach for the sun Sailors shout their greetings Good day good friends, have fun Chorus I love to go sailing with all my friends Get all the boats in a formation The wind is strong, you're welcome to come along Join us for a day of sail-ebration Verse 2 Barbequing sunbathers wave to us from shore Colorful spinnakers are so hard to ignore I relate, as many times I've longed to be afloat Every time I looked to sea, I wished I had a boat Chorus I love to go sailing with all my friends Get all the boats in a formation The wind is strong, you're welcome to come along Join us for a day of sail-ebration Bridge The Captain goes below And brings up cola, rum and limes Shoes off, wind blown hair Good friends and good times The wind peaks, hold on tight Now we're making way Biscayne Bay is ours today On the Cuba Libre Instrumental Verse 3 Time has flown just like the wind The day turns into night Grind the winch and come about And pull the lines in tight Join our friends back on the dock Share our salty tales Greet the sun tomorrow for another day of sail Chorus I love to go sailing with all my friends Get all the boats in a formation The wind is strong, you're welcome to come along Join us for a day of sail-ebration Tag It's a day full of sail-ebration TRACK 4 SUGARCANE IS SWEET Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2003 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Sugarcane is sweet but my Baby is sweeter That's the reason I will always treat her So good, be so true We're as cozy as two Eskimos in an igloo Like the mid-morning sun She warms me all over, turn me over I'm done Sugarcane is sweet but my Baby is sweeter than that Chorus My Baby is sweeter than sugarcane Smoother than a silky dress Softer than cotton, hotter than fire She makes my heart say "yes" Sugarcane is sweet but my Baby is sweeter than that Verse 2 Cotton is soft but my Baby is softer That's the reason I will always offer To be there, by her side When I'm with her I like the way I feel inside Like good wine, there's no debating A kiss from her lips is so intoxicating Cotton is soft but my Baby is softer than that Chorus My Baby is sweeter than sugarcane Smoother than a silky dress Softer than cotton, hotter than fire She makes my heart say "yes" Sugarcane is sweet but my Baby is sweeter than that Verse 3 Silk is smooth but my Baby is smoother I'm not really sure just why I move her To care about me, when I'm rough on the edges It's amazing she sees Through my thick layer of skin Where she says underneath lies a sparking gem Silk is smooth but my Baby is smoother than that Chorus My Baby is sweeter than sugarcane Smoother than a silky dress Softer than cotton, hotter than fire She makes my heart say "yes" Sugarcane is sweet but my Baby is sweeter than that Instrumental Bridge Everyone needs someone To love and treat so fine I hope you have found your Baby 'Cause I have sure found mine Verse 4 Fire is hot but my Baby is hotter I'd tell you more, but I say what bother Some things are best kept to yourself When she holds me close I think of nothing else I kiss her once, I want to kiss her again She breathes out, I want to breathe in Fire is hot but my Baby is hotter than that Chorus My Baby is sweeter than sugarcane Smoother than a silky dress Softer than cotton, hotter than fire She makes my heart say "yes" Sugarcane is sweet but my Baby is sweeter than that Tag Sugarcane is sweet but my Baby is sweeter than that TRACK 5 PICTURES Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2003 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 The weather has got me smiling The sun it feels so warm The sky is blue with some clouds in the distance But they mean no harm For all of the beauty, that my eyes see The best part about this picture Is you're here with me Verse 2 A sunset from the back porch swing Photo albums worn with age A sigh or a laugh for each picture Fond memories page after page For all of the romance and all of the fun The best part about these pictures Is you're in every one Chorus Pictures to keep the past alive Memories of another place and time This picture perfect day, makes me just want to say I picture this, a lifetime for you and I Instrumental Bridge The future is made up of pictures in my mind I can see, you and me, until the end of time Verse 3 Just like a summer vacation Somewhere on a tropical isle Pictures bring back the magic Of the first time I saw you smile For all of the memories and all of our dreams Here's to pictures and the joy they bring Chorus Pictures to keep the past alive Memories of another place and time This picture perfect day, makes me want to say I picture this, a lifetime for you and I Tag Just picture this, a lifetime for you and I TRACK 6 MAKE MINE A PINA COLADA Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2002 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 She likes an olive with her martini Cashmere sweater and Italian boots Well, I like style, but where I am going They wear flip-flops and a bathing suit Chorus So, make mine a pina colada I've been working too hard, now I've gotta Take a chance on life and have a little fun I've got some money in my pocket And a one-way ticket to the tropics So bartender, make mine a pina colada Verse 2 He likes his beer in a long neck bottle Belt buckle and a cowboy hat Well, I like Willie and Waylon too But at this moment, I'm not feeling like that Chorus So, make mine a pina colada I've been working too hard, now I've gotta Take a chance on life and have a little fun I've got some money in my pocket And a one-way ticket to the tropics So bartender, make mine a pina colada Verse 3 That couple toast their glasses of champagne Wedding dress and a rented tux One day I might find myself in that position But for now, I'll just wish them luck Chorus So, make mine a pina colada I've been working too hard, now I've gotta Take a chance on life and have a little fun Tag (Let's have some fun) Instrumental Verse 4 They like margaritas and Coronas Hawaiian shirts and tropical tales Boat talk and songs of the islands Now that's a group I can fit in quite well Chorus So, make mine a pina colada I've been working too hard, now I've gotta Take a chance on life and have a little fun I've got some money in my pocket And a one-way ticket to the tropics So bartender, make mine a pina colada Make mine a pina colada Tag Make mine a pina colada TRACK 7 COCONUT GIRL Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2003 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 In the little tiki bar at the big resort Everyday is much the same Bartenders all pride themselves On knowing everyone's drink and name Tropical drinks come in a coconut shell Served by the girl with the coconut earrings When I drop by, she smiles and says "Hi" And makes my heart start to sing Chorus I'm so crazy about that girl She's the sanity in a coconut world Like a daiquiri in a blender, my head's in a whirl I'm crazy about the Coconut Girl Verse 2 She always wears Hawaiian sarongs Around her waist And a pastel bikini top Hibiscus in her hair and a necklace of shells And tiny pink flip flops Everyone tells her how pretty she is That's a fact I will not deny But when she looks at me I'm like a bird on the breeze I never get past her eyes Chorus I'm so crazy about that girl She's the sanity in a coconut world Like a daiquiri in a blender, my head's in a whirl I'm crazy about the Coconut Girl Instrumental Verse 3 In a coconut world there's a Big Kahuna Sitting on every bar stool She smiles at the guys And they each see themselves As the one she thinks is so cool She tells me I'm crazy, well, I'm a little insane Maybe even loco but With the wink of her eye, she assures me that I Am still her Big Coconut Chorus I'm so crazy about that girl She's the sanity in a coconut world Like a daiquiri in a blender, my head's in a whirl I'm crazy about the Coconut Girl Tag Well, if she's a coconut Then I'm a tropical squirrel I'm crazy about the Coconut Girl (Spoken) You're so crazy TRACK 8 CAPTAINS Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell (c) 2003 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 In the stillness of the morning On the docks along the bay The smell of bait fish, the sound of tackle Welcomes the day As the Captains greet new faces The deck hands smile and yawn Passengers are unaware They were up way before the dawn Chorus Captains steer their boats Towards the morning sun Working hard each day So the passengers have fun It's not an easy life they're living But they're living a life of ease Doing what most will never do Captains live their dream Verse 2 When they were young They took up fishing To mentally escape A constant world of hustle Was soon left in their wake They dreamed of growing older And a big boat of their own Going fishing everyday And to call the ocean home Chorus Captains steer their boats Towards the morning sun Working hard each day So the passengers have fun It's not an easy life they're living But they're living a life of ease Doing what most will never do Captains live their dream Instrumental Verse 3 In the stillness of the evening There's a flickering of lights From boats all cleaned and ready To welcome the night Captains toast each other With feet propped on the rails Each day's another chapter In an endless fishing tale Chorus Captains steer their boats Towards the morning sun Working hard each day So the passengers have fun It's not an easy life they're living But they're living a life of ease Doing what most will never do Captains live their dream Tag It's not an easy life they're living But they're living a life of ease Doing what most will never do Captains live their dream TRACK 9 COCONUT IN THE TIKI HUT Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2004 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Intro Chorus There's a coconut in the tiki hut Filled with coconut cream Let's mix some with Hawaiian rum And have cocktails down by the sea Verse 1 Diamond Head in the distance Waves gently lapping the shore Holding you close to me brings such peace I want to love you more and more Chorus There's a coconut in the tiki hut Filled with coconut cream Let's mix some with Hawaiian rum And have cocktails down by the sea Verse 2 Kisses sweeter than pineapple punch Please don't ever stop Like a big volcano, I lava you lots You make me blow my top Chorus There's a coconut in the tiki hut Filled with coconut cream Let's mix some with Hawaiian rum And have cocktails down by the sea Bridge The moon above and the one I love And the one that truly loves me Hold on tight, we'll share the night Two coconuts under the tree Instrumental Verse 3 My heart is pounding like island drums You're shaking like a hula girl Life is sweet, just you and me In our own little coconut world Chorus There's a coconut in the tiki hut Filled with coconut cream Let's mix some with Hawaiian rum And have cocktails down by the sea Chorus There's a coconut in the tiki hut Filled with coconut cream Let's mix some with Hawaiian rum And have cocktails down by the sea Tag We'll mix some with Hawaiian rum And have cocktails down by the sea There's a coconut in the tiki hut Coconut in the tiki hut TRACK 10 LOOKING FORWARD TO NOTHING TO DO Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2002 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I've replied to all of my e-mails I've returned my incoming calls I'm taking off my thinking cap And hanging it on the wall I'm not looking to the left or right To search for work left undone I'm not looking back on the week The weekends are made for fun Chorus I'm looking forward to nothing to do Just lay back, kick off my shoes No schedule to keep, I've got nothing to prove I'm looking forward to nothing to do Verse 2 I'm hanging my feet off a sailboat Closing my eyes in a dream It's amazing how my head can clear When bathed in a tropical breeze The day is full of things to do But no one is making demands It feels so good to finally say I really don't have any plans Chorus I'm looking forward to nothing to do Just lay back, kick off my shoes No schedule to keep, I've got nothing to prove I'm looking forward to nothing to do Instrumental Bridge Going to slow down, take it easy No need to be in a rush If I take a little time just for myself It's not asking that much Verse 3 Maybe I'll sit in a deck chair Or lay in a hammock all day Maybe I'll stay right here on the boat And anchor out in the bay Nothing can be so relaxing As having no where to be There's something about doing something But "nothing," sounds good to me Chorus I'm looking forward to nothing to do Just lay back, kick off my shoes No schedule to keep, I've got nothing to prove I'm looking forward to nothing to do Tag No schedule to keep, I've got nothing to prove I'm looking forward to nothing to do TRACK 11 DANCE AMONG THE STARS Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2003 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Where did she come from, what was it she said When I was not looking, why did I turn my head How could the sound of her voice Make time suspend Was it the depth of her eyes That made me fall right in Chorus Maybe it was summer Or the Earth too close to Mars That made two souls unite and begin To dance among the stars Verse 2 What does it matter, where love begins When you feel yourself falling There's no need to pretend That you can hold on, and take it slow When your heart keeps telling you Give in and just let go Chorus Maybe it was summer Or the Earth too close to Mars That made two souls unite and begin To dance among the stars Instrumental Bridge So many questions, I get confused It's been said in love and war there are no rules Verse 3 Who has the answer, what makes love start Where can you go and hide When it's filling up your heart How can you just ignore What consumes your mind Why one certain person At one certain moment in time Chorus Maybe it was summer Or the Earth too close to Mars That made two souls unite and begin To dance among the stars Maybe it was summer Or the Earth too close to Mars That made two souls unite and begin To dance among the stars Tag Dance among the stars TRACK 12 TEXAS MOON Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2003 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Let's cuddle like we use to do Put two chairs out in the yard Under the Texas Moon Verse 2 Let's count all the stars and then We'll talk for awhile, and remember when When we first, said "I love you" Now here we are, still under the Texas Moon Bridge Hey, look at that, the Man in the Moon Is he winking at Venus, or me and you Wait 'til those clouds, are covering his eyes Now, give me a kiss, and hear him sigh Instrumental Verse 3 Let's watch, as the moon passes by And he says "hello" to the morning sky Now let's cuddle, inside our room Put the chairs away Goodnight Texas Moon TRACK 13 LIFE ON A BOAT Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2003 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Some people say, it doesn't make sense Moving so slowly at such great expense Sailing's not cheap, on that I agree The boat costs money but the wind is free Chorus That's life on a boat Not a place for just ordinary folk It's a special breed that feel the need To live their lives afloat That's life on a boat, when I'm bored It's the perfect antidote I'm living it up and never giving up Life on a boat Verse 2 Something's wrong, I can tell by her face She needs some time in her quiet place I'll stay right here and just man the wheel 'Cause I can understand the way she feels Chorus That's life on a boat Not a place for just ordinary folk It's a special breed that feel the need To live their lives afloat That's life on a boat, when I'm bored It's the perfect antidote I'm living it up and never giving up Life on a boat Instrumental Bridge Maybe it's just a sail for the day Or you live aboard that tub Once you discover the beauty of sail You never can get enough Verse 3 Onboard boat, it's a tiny world But the world gets bigger with the sails unfurled Whether on a river, a lake or the sea You've always got water front property Chorus That's life on a boat Not a place for just ordinary folk It's a special breed that feel the need To live their lives afloat That's life on a boat, when I'm bored It's the perfect antidote I'm living it up and never giving up Life on a boat Tag Living it up and never giving up Life on a boat TRACK 14 CUBA GROOVE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2002 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Ricky Ricardo, playing his conga Brought Cuba to the U.S.A. Down to Havana, to the Tropicana Americans headed to play The men wore tropical shirts Women wore big ruffled skirts All looking for a little romance That Caribbean beat in the tropical heat Made every body get up and dance Chorus The Cuba groove, was on the move The beat of a bongo playing a mambo With a trumpet and a Spanish guitar The Cuba groove, still on the move A conga drum and a bottle of rum Still makes you rumba under the stars Verse 2 Fidel Castro, he caused a fiasco October, Nineteen Sixty-two With his Russian missiles threatening to whistle Over head the Red, White and Blue Then came the embargo of all Cuban cargo No more cigars from Havana town But that Cuban music, we didn't lose it Americans still love that sound Chorus The Cuba groove, was on the move The beat of a bongo playing a mambo With a trumpet and a Spanish guitar The Cuba groove, still on the move A conga drum and a bottle of rum Still makes you rumba under the stars Bridge Fedoras, stiletto shoes, mojitos, a table for two Take a trip, back in time When the band played Babaloo, Babaloo Instrumental Verse 3 Ricky Ricardo, playing his conga Is now on a Heavenly mission I don't mean to be picky, but his son Little Ricky Didn't carry on that Cuban tradition But we have Gloria Estefan and that Margarita Man One day he's gonna win a Grammy But we don't have to go all the way down to Cuba We only have to go to Miami Chorus The Cuba groove, was on the move The beat of a bongo playing a mambo With a trumpet and a Spanish guitar The Cuba groove, still on the move A conga drum and a bottle of rum Still makes you rumba under the stars Tag When you need to move, there's nothing you can do Give in to the Cuba groove TRACK 15 PARROT BAY Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2003 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Intro Chorus(a capella) Parrot Bay, that's where I want to play Night and day, dream my life away Forever I'll stay, on Parrot Bay, Parrot Bay Verse 1 I want to live where the sun always shines And all the waterfalls are flowing with wine My full time job is to be a beach bum And every coconut is filled with rum Chorus Parrot Bay, that's where I want to play Night and day, dream my life away Forever I'll stay, on Parrot Bay Verse 2 I want to go where there's plenty of room Macaws and Cockatoos sing island tunes All around there's a view of the sea From every hammock under every tree Chorus Parrot Bay, that's where I want to play Night and day, dream my life away Forever I'll stay, on Parrot Bay Bridge There's nothing wrong with living your dreams No matter where your destination As for me, it's plain to see I want to live an eternal vacation Pack your bags and get away Chorus Parrot Bay, that's where I want to play Night and day, dream my life away Forever I'll stay, on Parrot Bay, Parrot Bay Instrumental Tag Parrot Bay, Parrot Bay, Parrot Bay Verse 3 I want to dance under the stars With my Baby wrapped in my arms Sit in the beach chairs when we are done And take a little sip of that coconut rum Tag Rum, rum, rum, rum, rum, rum, rum Chorus Parrot Bay, that's where I want to play Night and day, dream my life away Forever I'll stay, on Parrot Bay Parrot Bay, that's where I want to play Night and day, dream my life away Forever I'll stay, on Parrot Bay Parrot Bay, Oooo (Spoken) I'll send you a postcard ------------------------------------------------------------ CD Title: GREETINGS FROM FLORIDA © 2002 (Lyrics from 10 songs on the CD) Track 1 GREETINGS FROM FLORIDA Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2000 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Greetings from Florida; I wish you were here Florida is beautiful, every day of the year Each morning you?ll find me, down at the beach Sunglasses, a beach chair And a cooler not far from reach A cold drink to quench my thirst The sun to warm my bones Every day I?m in Florida It feels more and more like home Verse 2 Greetings from Florida; hey, I'm having fun Florida is wonderful, laid back life in the sun At noon you will find me, having lunch in the shade Meeting all of the tourists Who tell me, I've got it made No reason to head back north When vacation ends Tomorrow morning, I'll just get up And start vacation again Greetings from Florida Instrumental Bridge Spend the days swimming and fishing Sailing the bay, relaxing and wishing You were here to share it all with me Verse 3 Greetings from Florida; best place that I've found Florida is calling you; it's time to slow down The moonlit evenings, sunshine all day Perhaps when you get here, you might want to stay It might sound like I'm trying to brag Don't mean to rub it in I know you will be here soon With love, until then Greetings from Florida Tag Greetings form Florida Greetings from Florida Track 2 EMERALD COAST Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2001 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Take a drive on the Emerald Coast with me Start out in Pensacola, head to Panama City We're not in a hurry to get there So put the top down and feel the sun And the wind in our hair Chorus I'm so lucky to be with you I don't want to boast I feel like a rich man On the Emerald Coast Verse 2 See the emerald colors of the sea The snow white sand is like sugar Feel the Gulf coastal breeze The sun is high in a sky of blue I don't know which one is brighter The sunshine or you Chorus I'm so lucky to be with you I don't want to boast I feel like a rich man On the Emerald Coast Instrumental Verse 3 Let's stop for awhile, sit under a palm No need to talk about the weather All is sunny and calm Let's talk about you and I tonight A beach walk and a stolen kiss In the soft moonlight Chorus I'm so lucky to be with you I don't want to boast I feel like a rich man On the Emerald Coast Chorus I'm so lucky to be with you I don't want to boast I feel like a rich man On the Emerald Coast Tag I feel like a rich man On the Emerald Coast Mm, I'm the richest man On the Emerald Coast Track 3 CAN'T WAIT TO BE IN MIAMI Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2001 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Intro Chorus I want sunshine all the time I want the music to play night and day I can't wait to see I can't wait to be in Miami Chorus I want sunshine all the time I want the music to play night and day I can't wait to see I can't wait to be in Miami Verse 1 Lately, I've been working way too hard Sometimes I think I'm going to drop Saved my money, I've got to get away Go where the music never stops Chorus I want sunshine all the time I want the music to play night and day I can't wait to see I can't wait to be in Miami Verse 2 Every day, I'll work on my tan Then later get me a back rub, Ooo Afternoons, I'll listen to the band Relaxing with a drink in the hot tub Chorus I want sunshine all the time I want the music to play night and day I can't wait to see I can't wait to be in Miami Instrumental Verse 3 Tonight, I'll put on my dancing shoes The music makes me feel alive South Beach Miami's where the music plays Twenty-four, seven, three-sixty-five Chorus I want sunshine all the time I want the music to play night and day I can't wait to see I can't wait to be in Miami Chorus I want sunshine all the time I want the music to play night and day I can't wait to see I can't wait to be in Miami Tag I can't wait to see I can't wait to be in Miami I can't wait to be in Miami Track 4 CAPTIVE OF CAPTIVA Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2001 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 A Florida afternoon The sun's setting low It silhouettes her body Against the Gulf of Mexico She's been picking up shells all day I really don't mind When you have a moment like this You don't worry about time Verse 2 Something is happening I can feel it inside Makes me wish that it's only us On a desert isle No one can be sure Of when love will start But that night on Captiva Island Ahe stole my heart Chorus Now I'm a captive of Captiva No matter how long it's been That one special moment in time Draws me back there Again and again and again Verse 3 Just a little vacation, Goes a long long way Mm, the things that can happen Well, who can say The night was getting cooler So I gave her a squeeze That's when she blew through my heart Like a warm summer breeze Chorus Now I'm a captive of Captiva No matter how long it's been That one special moment in time Draws me back there Again and again and again Instrumental Bridge For some it's Niagara Falls For others, San Francisco Bay That keeps them going back To remember their special day So many smiling faces Holding hands in so many places Where lovers go When they need their own replay Chorus Now I'm a captive of Captiva No matter how long it's been That one special moment in time Draws me back there Again and again and again Chorus Now I'm a captive of Captiva No matter how long it's been That one special moment in time Draws me back there Again and again and again Tag Again and again and again I'm a captive of Captiva Track 5 GOOD FRIEND OF MINE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2000 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Sometimes, I needed someone Just as many times, I never asked I wore a smile even through the hard times But you could always see through the mask Chorus How you do it, I cannot tell Like a book you read me so well You?re always there on the front line Good friend of mine Verse 2 Sometimes, life seems so empty I?m surrounded, still I'm alone Across the miles, you hear my heart cry Next thing I know there's a ring on the phone Chorus How you do it, I cannot tell Like a book you read me so well You're always there on the front line Good friend of mine Instrumental Bridge The years go by; like they say, time does fly But friends like you last a whole life through Verse 3 Sometimes, life's full of laughter A little fun surviving the years Like a warm bright ray of sunshine You are there through the joy and tears Chorus How you do it, I cannot tell Like a book you read me so well You're always there on the front line Good friend of mine Tag You're always there on the frontline Good friend of mine You're a good friend of mine Track 6 SURRENDER TO THE MOON Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2001 Sailor Boy Publishing-Records (BMI) Verse 1 What a lovely summer; another beautiful day Looks like everything in life Is finally going my way What magical moments, spending time with you I get this funny feeling inside And I don't know what I should do Chorus You are so wonderful I can hardly keep my head I want to tell you how I feel But not too soon But when the night falls And the stars are in your eyes I can't help myself I surrender to the moon Verse 2 What a lovely evening Music, dinner and wine I smile and think to myself My life is mighty fine You tell me you're happy And you like me too But you don't want to rush And I don't know what I should do Chorus You are so wonderful I can hardly keep my head I want to tell you how I feel But not too soon But when the night falls And the stars are in your eyes I can't help myself I surrender to the moon Bridge Every moment of every day, you're on my mind Every night you fill my dreams In the past, I've let so much slip away In the future, patience is the key Instrumental Chorus You are so wonderful I can hardly keep my head I want to tell you how I feel But not too soon But when the night falls And the stars are in your eyes I can't help myself I surrender to the moon Tag I can't help myself I surrender to the moon Track 7 SUNSHINE CHILDREN Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell (c) 2000 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Their hands are full of energy And their heads are full of dreams Their feet are on a sandy beach Playing Pirates of the Caribbean Hey, look out for those crashing waves Better stay here near the shore A sun shinny day and my children at play Who could ask for anything more Verse 2 Their minds are full of make believe And their days are full of fun Their mouths are full of laughter As they play in the Florida sun Hey, look out for that coconut Don't let it fall on your head Let's cut it up, and make a cup And drink from it instead Chorus Sunshine Children They love the sand and the sea I love the days with my Sunshine Children It brings out the little kid in me Verse 3 Their faces are full of smiles And their eyes are full of joy Their play is full of innocence In the hearts of little girls and boys Hey, what's that cooking on the barbeque It sure smells good to me It's time to take a little break And get something to eat Chorus Sunshine Children They love the sand and the sea I love the days with my Sunshine Children It brings out the little kid in me Instrumental Verse 4 Their future's full of mystery And their choices like grains of sand Their lives are full of hope They just need a guiding hand Hey, come on, it looks like rain But we can still have fun Rain or shine, life is fine With our own little piece of the sun Chorus Sunshine Children They love the sand and the sea I love the days with my Sunshine Children It brings out the little kid in me Tag I love the days with my Sunshine Children It brings out the little kid in me Track 8 FLORIDA MOON Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2001 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Let's cuddle, like we use to do Put two chairs out in the yard Under the Florida Moon Verse 2 Let's count all the stars and then We'll talk for awhile And remember when Verse 3 When we first said, I love you Now here we are Still under the Florida Moon Bridge Hey look at that, the Man in the Moon Is he winking at Venus, or me and you Wait 'til those clouds are covering his eyes Now give me a kiss, and hear him sigh Instrumental Verse 4 Let's watch as the moon passes by And he says hello to the morning sky Verse 5 Now let's cuddle inside our room Put the chairs away Good night, Florida Moon Track 9 OUTSIDE MY WINDOW Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2001 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Looking out my window; I can see the sun arising And the waves from the morning tide I could brew some java; but I say why bother I don't want to spend the day inside Chorus Every new day invites me to get up and go Find adventure and all the wonders waiting for me Outside my window Verse 2 Looking at the new day; I see opportunities And I want to take each and every one I could rest on laurels; but they're no good tomorrow Every day my life has just begun Chorus Every new day invites me to get up and go Find adventure and all the wonders waiting for me Outside my window Instrumental Verse 3 Looking at the future; I see days unnumbered To spend time with family and friends I love No need in hibernating; life's too exhilarating A million days for me are not enough Chorus Every new day invites me to get up and go Find adventure and all the wonders waiting for me Outside my window Tag Outside my window, I can be who I want to be Outside my window, Life is waiting for me Outside my window, outside my window Track 10 SOUTHERN MOST SAIL Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2001 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Down in Key West, right there on the shore There's a buoy that marks The southern most point Ninety miles from Cuba You can't get farther down As I stand here I just have to laugh Watching tourists dodging traffic Seems they all want a picture So they're just hanging around Verse 2 As for me, it really doesn't matter I can stand here but you know I'd rather View it all from out on the sea So untie that line, man the rails All aboard for the southern most sail That's the best way that I know To enjoy the Keys Chorus What lies beyond the horizon No one can tell So everyone all aboard For the southern most sail Verse 3 That big hotel, that's the Casa Marina One of the finest I've ever seen I'd like to take you there latter on Maybe drink cocktails But first let's sail to the Dry Tortugas Put on the snorkel gear, I want to show you What lies beneath the southern most sail Chorus What lies beyond the horizon No one can tell So everyone all aboard For the southern most sail Instrumental Verse 4 Southern sailing, it's so sweet, Walking the deck with tanned bare feet Watching the lights come on in Key West town Time for sunset, look over there Thousands are waiting in Mallory Sqaure But we've got the best seats For watching the sun go down Chorus What lies beyond the horizon No one can tell So everyone all aboard For the southern most sail Chorus What lies beyond the horizon No one can tell So everyone all aboard For the southern most sail Tag Southern most sail Southern most sail Southern most sail ------------------------------------------------------------ CD Title: DOWN ISLAND WAY © 2001 (Lyrics from 11 songs on the CD) Track 1 DOWN ISLAND WAY Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2001 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Hello my friend I think it's been Such a long, long time Let's meet in the Keys For a glass of ice tea And some key lime pie We can wear out our feet Walking Duval Street Looking for souvenirs We'll get something to munch A cheeseburger for lunch At Margaritaville Chorus Meet me down island way Key West breezes Make the palm trees sway We can shop 'til we drop And there's no need to stop At the end of the day Every night we'll be living it up Tropical drinks in a bottomless cup Hey, what do you say Meet me down island way Verse 2 There'll be no need for a clock 'Cause the bands on each block Keep all the time we need The ring of steel drums And the guitars strum To an island beat I should not mention this but We'll put the lime in the coconut And drink it all up We will let our hair down We will paint the town Until the sun comes up Chorus Meet me down island way Key West breezes Make the palm trees sway We can shop 'til we drop And there's no need to stop At the end of the day Every night we'll be living it up Tropical drinks in a bottomless cup Hey, what do you say Meet me down island way Instrumental VERSE 3 Mallory Square We'll watch the sunset there And shop the sidewalk mall Watch the acrobats The trained dogs and cats Don't stop the carnival It may seem quite mad But it's not that bad If you keep in mind At the end of the Keys You check your sanity And live on island time Chorus Meet me down island way Key West breezes Make the palm trees sway We can shop 'til we drop And there's no need to stop At the end of the day Every night we'll be living it up Tropical drinks in a bottomless cup Hey, what do you say Meet me down island way Tag Hey, what do you say Meet me down island way Track 2 CLASSIC SONGS Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2000 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Take me back to, my old high school It's never too late Sing along with, classic songs They open the gate To those memories of long, long ago There was no MTV, just the radio Chorus And we sang, (we sang) Songs like we've only just begun And we danced, (we danced) And we lived like a band on the run We all sang along With all those classic songs Verse 2 Listen to the music, you can use it To stay young at heart Can't buy me love, and can't get enough Both are good songs to start Reminiscing about friends that we know And where we were When we heard those songs on the radio Chorus And we sang, (we sang) Songs like we've only just begun And we danced, (we danced) And we lived like a band on the run We all sang along With all those classic songs Instrumental Bridge We don't have to say goodbye Yellow brick road, American pie Girls and boys become women and men Like Jack and Diane, we remember when Chorus We sang, (we sang) Songs like we've only just begun And we danced, (we danced And we lived like a band on the run Yes, we sang, (we sang) All through those summer nights And we danced; (we danced) Yes, everybody was dancing in the moonlight We all sang along With all those classic songs Tag We still sing along With all those classic songs Track 3 WITH YOU HERE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2003 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Woke up pouting this morning 'Cause I had nothing to do Well, I guess I had lots of chores I was just missing you So I rambled around the house Doing this and doing that Soon I found myself wishing I was where you?re at Chorus 'Cause a walk on the beach No, it's just not the same And all that steel drum music Sounds like the blues to my ears And when I look up at that moon I find myself whispering your name Yes, life is so much better With you here Verse 2 So I strolled under the boardwalk Trying to clear my head But I found head full of Thoughts of you instead That time we sailed upon the water Mmm, and you were so kind Wow, what a day for a daydream When it's you on my mind Chorus 'Cause a walk on the beach No, it's just not the same And all that steel drum music Sounds like the blues to my ears And when I look up at that moon I find myself whispering your name Yes, life is so much better With you here Instrumental Verse 3 So I ran back to the house I got on the telephone I said; give me a ticket for an airplane To bring my Baby back home One more day I will walk alone One more night I'll have to dream Of what it's like to have you Right here next to me Chorus Chorus 'Cause a walk on the beach No, it's just not the same And all that steel drum music Sounds like the blues to my ears And when I look up at that moon I find myself whispering your name Yes, life is so much better With you here Tag Yes, life is so much better With you here Yes, life is so good With you here Track 4 SO FAR AWAY Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1998 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 The mist if falling But I can still see the moon on the range It looks a bit lonely I could sure use a change Chorus I imagine me with you And that brightens up my day How I miss you When you're so far away Verse 2 How's the weather in Denver It was sunny last time I was there I know you like the mountains Hiking and clean fresh air 2nd Chorus I imagine you smiling And that brightens up my day How I miss you When you're so far away Bridge It so easy to think of you I'm surrounded every day By all our places and the friends we know It's so hard for me When you're so far from me Instrumental Verse 3 The week's gone by so slow Sometimes it so hard to wait Your plane comes in tomorrow Yes; I'll be waiting there at the gate 3rd Chorus I imagine that moment And that brightens up my day How I miss you When you're so far away Tag I sure miss you When you're so far away Track 5 MAGICAL BEAT Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2000 Sailor Boy Publishing-Records (BMI) Verse 1 There's the magic of music There's the magic of the sea There's the magic of both of them Dwelling inside of me But friend, I must confess to you I've written many a song There's a secret I've been hiding Now I must pass it along Chorus I can write melodies, oh, so sweet And I can write music that will move your feet But none of that compares To the way that my Baby makes my heart beat Oh, my Baby gives my heart the magical beat Verse 2 There's the magic of a sailboat Drifting out on the tide And there's the magic of a song To bring back years gone by And there's the magic of lovers Walking hand in hand And there's a magic inside of me That I just don't understand Chorus I can write melodies, oh, so sweet And I can write music that will move your feet But none of that compares To the way that my Baby makes my heart beat Oh, my Baby gives my heart the magical beat Tag: Oh, my Baby makes my heart go beat, beat, beat Instrumental Verse 3 Add the magic of a tropical beach To a moonlight dance Soft music in the distance Equals the magic of romance The world is full of magical things We just play our parts But all of the magic in all of the world Can't compare to the magic between two hearts Chorus I can write melodies, oh, so sweet And I can write music that will move your feet But none of that compares To the way that my Baby makes my heart beat Oh, my Baby gives my heart the magical beat Tag Oh, my Baby makes my heart, go beat, beat, beat And the beat goes on, and on and on and on and on UmHmm, the magical beat Track 6 NO MORE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1995 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 A sturdy craft, a gentle breeze An aging sailor, mellow seas The years have come and gone Now he's left all alone Only gulls for company Verse 2 He rides the wind a few miles Then looks at her picture for awhile His heart is aching, there's no mistakin' The tears behind his smile Chorus No more walking, hours just talking About the things they both adored No more holding hands, won't be making plans She's not coming back anymore Bridge As tears begin to flow He tries to resist Remembering how the preacher said How much she'd be missed Verse 3 A deep breath, then a sigh 'Cause he promised her he wouldn't cry The sun is sinking low He's got no where to go He's just drifting with the tide Chorus No more walking, hours just talking About the things they both adored No more holding hands, won't be making plans She's not coming back anymore Tag His heart is aching, there?s no mistakin' She's not coming back anymore Track 7 SUNRISE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1999 Sailor Boy Publishing-Records (BMI) Verse 1 Sunrise, a new day Everyone has their own place to be If you are headed my way I'd like you to walk along with me Verse 2 We can, (we can) Stop along the way, (stop along the way) And pretend the day will never end Later, (later) In the evening, (in the evening) We'll laugh and talk, just like old friends Chorus Sunrise, (sunrise), a new day A chance to start anew Sunrise, (sunrise), I love every new day It's another day to spend with you Instrumental Verse 3 We'll take, an ocean getaway Stand on the rail, in the cool night air I'll hold you close and keep you warm When the sun comes up, we'll still be there Chorus Sunrise, (sunrise), a new day A chance to start anew Sunrise, (sunrise), I love every new day It's another day to spend with you Instrumental Outro Track 8 I'M A GIRLWATCHER TOO (c) 1999 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Words and Music by Gene Mitchell Verse 1 Ooo, she;s groovy, you know what I mean Said my friend, I said, I've already seen I wasn't born yesterday Here she comes again, she's having a ball As she rollerblades along the sea wall On a beautiful day, Leaves me with nothing to say Hey but... Chorus Years ago, they called us girlwatchers I never realized No matter how many years go by The pretty girl still catches our eye Verse 2 Ooo, did you see that movie last night Said my friend, that actress, what a sight If I only could Doris Day, Marilyn Monroe Whether cute and giddy, or sultry and slow They all are good, Leaves me saying Hooray for Hollywood Chorus Years ago, they called us girlwatchers I never realized No matter how many years go by The pretty girl still catches our eye Instrumental Bridge Year after year, nothing ever changes Girls still do what they do Don't be ashamed if you're a girlwatcher 'Cause I'm a girlwatcher too Verse 3 Ooo, those west coast girls are fine Said my friend, I said, I will not deny But you ought to know Girls back east, they're the most And don't forget the girls on the third coast The Gulf of Mexico; leaves me saying Oh Man, let's pack up and go Chorus Years ago, they called us girlwatchers I never realized No matter how many years go by The pretty girl still catches our eye Chorus Whoa, Whoa, Whoa, Whoa Years ago, they called us girlwatchers I never realized No matter how many years go by The pretty girl still catches our eye Tag (Spoken) Here comes one now, Mmm, Mmm, Mmm) Track 9 IT'S REALLY LOVE THIS TIME Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2005 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Intro Chorus Just take the time to know me Look into my eyes Search into my heart That's where you will find What you've been waiting for What you've been denied There's no mistake It's really love this time Verse 1 You keep saying life's been unfair You fall in love, but it always goes nowhere Time moves on, people change their mind So you keep searching, hoping you will find Someone who's love is not just words they say So if you've found it, don't let it slip away Chorus Just take the time to know me Look into my eyes Search into my heart That's where you will find What you've been waiting for What you've been denied There's no mistake It's really love this time Verse 2 I know there are times I love you was spoken As idle words that left your heart broken But don't let it blind you to all we can be There's got to be a way I can make you see That my love is not just words I say I'll feel tomorrow, the way I feel today Chorus Just take the time to know me Look into my eyes Search into my heart That's where you will find What you've been waiting for What you've been denied There's no mistake It's really love this time Instrumental Bridge My love is not just words I say I'll feel tomorrow, the way I feel today Chorus Just take the time to know me Look into my eyes Search into my heart That's where you will find What you've been waiting for What you've been denied There's no mistake It's really love this time Chorus Just take the time to know me Look into my eyes Search into my heart That's where you will find What you've been waiting for What you've been denied There's no mistake It's really love this time Tag: It's really love this time Track 10 MY CORONA Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2000 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Going down to Mexico Rrade my dollars for some pesos I have a need to adjust my attitude It's a long way from Costa Mesa For a beach and a cold cerveza But I have a need to change my whole latitude And you can come along with me if you want But there's one thing that I won't condone-a Leave that beeper behind And keep your hands off my Corona Chorus My Corona, it adjusts my attitude My Corona, changes my whole latitude Verse 2 On the beach with my toes in the sand A cold Corona in my hand The sun on my brow, melting my worries away That guy right next to me talks up a storm His story started from the day he was born I never knew someone could have so much so say I tell him stand right there if you want But please, turn off that cell-a-phone-a Hey, and I see you look Keep your hands off my Corona Chorus My Corona, it adjusts my attitude My Corona, changes my whole latitude Instrumental Verse 3 Later that night underneath the stars At the hotel, by the pool side bar I say, Bartender; "Una cerveza por favor, over here" A pretty girl comes up and says may I please Sit next to you, I said; "Si Si I will not bite you, you have nothing to fear" I tell her; "Sit right here if you want I promise I'll talk no bologna And Bartender, Una mas cerveza por favor She can have my Corona" Chorus My Corona, it adjusts my attitude My Corona, changes my whole latitude Tag My Corona, change your whole latitude Track 11 SAIL AWAY Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2001 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 She said, I'm tired of living alone Need a change of scenery I need a brand new home Chorus And I said, I hear what you're saying Love is not a game that we've been playing It's time for us to sail away Verse 2 I said, I need a brand new start Willing to change everything Except the feeling in my heart Chorus And she said, I hear what you're saying Love is not a game that we've been playing It's time for us to sail away Bridge Pack your bags and sail away with me There's a great big world out there Waiting for us to see Verse 3 We said, it's time we made up our minds If we want to be together, forever Now is the time Chorus And I said, I hear what you're saying Love is not a game that we've been playing It's time for us to sail away Chorus And she said, I hear what you're saying Love is not a game that we've been playing It's time for us to sail away Tag You and I Will sail away Track 12 DOWN ISLAND WAY (Reprise) Music and Lyric by Gene Michell © 2001 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Track 12 DOWN ISLAND WAY (Reprise) Music and Lyric by Gene Michell © 2001 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Chorus (a capella) Meet me down island way Key West breezes Make the palm trees sway We can shop ?til we drop And there?s no need to stop At the end of the day (Down island way) Every night we?ll be living it up (Down island way) Tropical drinks in a bottomless cup (Down ???............island way) Hey, what do you say, meet me down island way) (Put the lime in the coconut and drink it all up) Tag (Down ???..island way) Hey, what do you say, meet me down island way ----------------------------------------------------- CD Title: TROPICAL JAZZ © 2000 (Lyrics from 12 songs on the CD) Track 1 BY THE BEACH Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1998 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 My Mama took a picture When I was just a boy About age two or three Building sand castles down at the beach Some little friend and me Ever since I can remember The ocean was my home I just can't seem to get it out of my blood No matter where I roam Chorus I guess an old dog you just can't teach I've got to live down by the beach Verse 2 I went off and joined the Navy 'Cause that big world I wanted to see That recruiter said, "Join up son And we'll send you to Waikiki" He told the truth, a few months later I was living in aloha land I climbed Diamond Head, surfed the big waves Danced with a Hula Girl, got a suntan Chorus I guess an old dog you just can't teach I've got to live down by the beach Verse 3 Two years later, I decided It was time for me to head southeast Headed down to Florida, hundreds of miles of beach Oooo, what a feast There's Jacksonville, Daytona Cocoa Beach, Ft. Lauderdale, Miami Pensacola, Tampa, St. Petersburg Fort Myers and the Florida Keys Chorus I guess an old dog you just can't teach I've got to live down by the beach Tag: (Spoken) Let's go to the beach! Instrumental (Spoken) Surf's up! Chorus I guess an old dog you just can't teach I've got to live down by the beach Verse 3 Now, I've snorkeled the Virgin Islands Saw an iguana in Cuba, sailed in Puerto Rico Kicked off Mardi Gras, partied in Galveston Drove the Ventura Highway, saw Shamu in San Diego No matter how many years go by And no matter where I roam It all goes back to that picture on the beach Building castles; the ocean is my home Chorus I guess an old dog you just can't teach I've got to live down by the beach Chorus I guess an old dog you'll never teach I've got to live down by the beach Tag Got to live down by the beach Got to live down by the beach Life is sweet, down by the beach Ooh, ooh, by the beach Track 2 DA WAY SHE MOVE (Tropical Version) Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1998 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 She's got a certain way about her Like da way she move, ooh, ooh, ooh When I wrap my arms around her Like da the way she move, ooh, ooh, ooh Chorus When we dance it's like slow motion time Only one thing stays on my mind Like da way she move, ooh, ooh, ooh Verse 2 Like to watch her mingle in the crowd Like da way she move, ooh, ooh, ooh Never quiet, but then not too loud Like da way she move, ooh, ooh, ooh 2nd Chorus When she's talking with her friends, they smile I sit back, thinking all the while Like da way she move, ooh, ooh, ooh Tag Like da way she move, ooh, ooh, ooh Bridge She moves across the floor Dancing like the wind She's like you've never seen before And will never see again Ooh, ooh, ooh, Like da way she move Instrumental 3rd Chorus When it's late at night; and the fire is low Music's soft and we're dancing slow Like da way she move, ooh, ooh, ooh Tag Like da way she move, ooh, ooh, ooh Like da way she move, ooh, ooh, ooh Like da way she move, ooh, ooh, ooh Like da way she move Track 3 SUMMER'S BACK Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1998 Sailor Boy Publishing Verse 1 Sittin' on the seashore, strumming on my guitar Look down the beach, just out of reach Oh how I wish, she would walk my way Soaking up the hot sun, sippin' on a cold one I've got more on ice, it would sure be nice If she would, wait, here she comes It's a beautiful day I'm glad that Chorus Summer's back, (summer's back) The beach is alive, (the beach is alive) I love swimming pool, a river bank And the lake on the fourth of July Thank goodness summer's back Verse 2 Ooh, she could teach that, folding out a beach mat Oiling her skin, my word, that's a sin Life sure is good, down by the sea (down by the deep blue sea) My eyes are making passes Over the top of my sunglasses It must be a good book; she won't even look Her Mama must have warned her (look out girl) About boys like me (the boys of summer are back) I'm glad that Chorus Summer's back, (summer's back) The beach is alive, (the beach is alive) I love swimming pool, a river bank And the lake on the fourth of July Thank goodness summer's back (Spoken: Ah, take it John) Instrumental Bridge Well now, summer small and summer large Summer on bicycles and summer in cars Summer short and summer tall And summer are barely wearing a bathing suit at all Chorus Summer's back, (summer's back) The beach is alive, (the beach is alive) I love swimming pool, a river bank And the lake on the fourth of July Thank goodness summer's back (Spoken) Speaking of back, let's get back to my story Verse 3 Ooh, she just looked up, I think I'm gonna hook up I'm a patient guy, but I'm not too shy I said, Honey can I come over there and sit with you She stops her reading, so I stop my pleading She thinks for awhile; then she gives me a smile Says, I think there's room on my beach mat for two (Spoken) Honey, me and you! 2nd Chorus Summer's back, (summer's back) The beach is alive, (the beach is alive) I love swimming pool, a river bank And the lake on the fourth of July There's no use pretending, it's a matter of fact Every body gets happy when summer's back Tag (Spoken) Summer's back (Spoken) Pass that suntan oil Summer's back, (Spoken) Let me rub some on your back Summer's back, (Spoken) Are you glad summer's back Summer's back, (Spoken) Now, rub some on my back It's a fact, Jack, (Spoken) I'm glad summer's back Summer's back, (Spoken) Mmm, that's warm Summer's back, (Spoken) Woah, don't you love it! Track 4 TROPICAL EXPRESS Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1999 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Intro Chorus If you're tired my friend and need a rest Highway A-1-A will relieve your stress Come and ride with me, on the Tropical Express Verse 1 Come along with me, we're going to have some fun Driving down to Key West to enjoy the sun Leave our work and all the cold behind Going to make summer come a little bit ahead of time (Spoken) Let's go! Verse 2 You can get there faster if you take an air-o-plane But it's more fun when you drive the A-1-A And the preferred method I have found Is driving in my car with the top down Chorus So, If you're tired my friend and need a rest Highway A-1-A will relieve your stress Come and ride with me, on the Tropical Express Verse 3 We'll all be laughing as the wind blows through our hair Look to the left, the right, blue water everywhere Singing as we tune in to Key West radio Counting mile-markers down (Spoken) Three - two - one - ZERO! Chorus So, If you're tired my friend and need a rest Highway A-1-A will relieve your stress Come and ride with me, on the Tropical Express Instrumental Verse 4 Has the daily grind, brought you to your knees I can understand, the same is true for me Now and then, every one needs a retreat (Spoken) Let's go! There's a party waiting down on Duval Street Chorus So, If you're tired my friend and need a rest Highway A-1-A will relieve your stress Come and ride with me, on the Tropical Express Tag Take it easy, on the Tropical Express (On the Tropical Express) Come along with me, we're going to have some fun (On the Tropical Express) Driving down to Key West, to enjoy the sun (On the Tropical Express) Track 5 LOVE IN THE EARLY STAGES Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell, © 1994 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 There's a girl at the table in the corner Having Sunday brunch alone As the waiter takes her order They page her for the telephone And as she places the phone to her ear No one knows the words she hears She acts casual, but here's the irony By that look on her face, it's easy to see Chorus She's got love in the early stages She just can't hide it though she tries She's got love in the early stages You can see it in her eyes Verse 2 When she returns to the table The waiter's pouring her champagne Now the girl that was so casual Is not acting quite the same She sits there calmly, and thinks no one can tell That within her heart anticipation swells She asks the waiter to please set another place He gives her a wink, 'cause he can see it on her face Chorus She's got love in the early stages She just can't hide it though she tries She's got love in the early stages You can see it in her eyes Bridge They sparkle like lakes in the moonlight Her heart floats with clouds, leaving no doubt She's in love And when he arrives; his presence works magic Her face starts shining like the sun Instrumental 2nd Bridge When you fall in love, it's really no surprise You recognize it by that feeling inside Just what she's feeling, only I know for sure Because I am the man, that she was waiting for Chorus She's got love in the early stages She just can't hide it though she tries She's got love in the early stages You can see it in her eyes Chorus She's got love in the early stages She just can't hide it though she tries She's got love in the early stages You can see it in her eyes Track 6 COLD SEATTLE NIGHT Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2000 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I get this feeling, low down and blue Same old story, nothing is new I've heard it told, so many times Never thought the story would one day be mine Verse 2 I can't stop the pain in my head Trying to remember, just what I said That left you crying, hurting inside Rain is pouring down, on a cold Seattle night Chorus Oh, you've got such a hold on my heart I know that I was wrong If I could just get you back in my arms I'd tell you I'm sorry, and I'd bring you back home Verse 3 Turn off the TV, nothing is on The radio is playing another sad song I'm just missing you, nothing seems right Wonder where you are, on this cold Seattle night Chorus Oh, you've got such a hold on my heart I know that I was wrong If I could just get you back in my arms I'd tell you I'm sorry, and I'd bring you back home Instrumental Verse 4 I keep watching the clock on the wall I keep listening for your telephone call I just can't sit here, I know you were right Got to go out and find you Oh, on this cold Seattle night Chorus Oh, you've got such a hold on my heart I know that I was wrong If I could just get you back in my arms I'd tell you I'm sorry, and I'd bring you back home Tag On this cold Seattle night Oh, it's a cold Seattle night Oh, it's a cold Seattle night Track 7 I'M RIGHT HERE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1999 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I can tell by the look on your face Your mind is some other place If you only knew, Oh, my dear Chorus There's someone who loves you I'm right here Verse 2 I can tell by the words you say Someone broke your heart when they walked away My Darling, say no more, have no fear Chorus There's someone who loves you I'm right here Verse 3 I can tell by the look in your eyes There's despair I can only surmise If you could only see, it?s perfectly clear Chorus There's someone who loves you I'm right here Tag: I'm right here Instrumental Bridge You are so beautiful, inside and out I am here to relieve your doubt Whether it's raining or it's a sunny day I'm right here and I won't go away Verse 4 Don't let love make you blind Now there's no need wasting more time Forget about him, dry your tears Chorus There's someone who loves you I'm right here Tag I'm right here, I'm right here Oh my Darling, can't you see I,m right here, for you I'm right here Track 8 SWEETEST SMILE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1999 Sailor Boy Publishing-Records (BMI) Verse 1 She's got the sweetest smile Makes it easy enough To put aside the morning news And watch the girl I love Chorus She's getting ready for work Having trouble with her hair That's my cue to give her a hug And tell her how much I care And bring back the sweetest smile Verse 2 She's got the sweetest smile Makes it easy enough To forget my busy day Have lunch with the girl I love 2nd Chorus She talks about her morning Excitement in her eyes Though I listen to every word I can't help but be mesmerized By the sweetest smile Instrumental Bridge What more can I ask for When I have everything I need All I've ever hoped for Is wrapped up for me In the sweetest smile Verse 3 She's got the sweetest smile Makes it easy enough To take off early and hurry home Spend time with the girl I love 3rd Chorus As the evening wears on Her eyes begin to close She falls asleep as I hold her What she's dreaming of, I don't know But she's got the sweetest smile Tag I think I'll just watch for awhile Track 9 SAILING BACK HOME TO YOU Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1982 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I'll remember many nights like this Nights in future times I'll miss The quietness of the ocean breeze Moon and stars reflecting on the sea The days will come, the days will go At least I'll have something to show I didn't sit around, didn't waste my time I saw the world while the chance was mine Chorus So don't you run out of patience Don't you give up on me I'm finally getting to see all those places I've always wanted to see It won't be long and I'll be through On my way, sailing back home to you Verse 2 There's no way to travel except by the sea Sailing brings out that certain part of me The emptiness, fulfillment too Of leaving behind, then reuniting with you It won't last forever; soon I'll be coming home Being together was always better Than being all alone Chorus So don't you run out of patience Don't you give up on me I'm finally getting to see all those places I've always wanted to see It won't be long and I'll be through On my way, sailing back home to you Bridge When I get back home to you I'm going to take your hand in mine And say, thank you I really appreciate you being so kind To let me go on living My life as I have planned A long and struggling journey From a boy into a man It won't be long and I'll be through On my way, sailing back home to you Track 10 GOING BACK TO GEORGIA Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2000 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Going back to Georgia to my family and friends Way down in Dixie, back where my life began Oh, I'm going to reminisce my childhood days And dream about the times, when I lived each day With Georgia on my mind Verse 2 From the city of Atlanta Down to Brunswick's Golden Isles From Columbus to Savannah They greet you with a smile Oh yes, they'll take the time to shake your hand And ask you how've you been Look us up when you pass this way again Chorus Yes, I'm going, I'm going back to Georgia Where my memory strays to the southern ways Of my youthful yesterdays From New York, to the coast of California There's no place I'd rather be than Georgia Verse 3 From the textile mills to the cotton fields Where the sweat runs in your eyes From all night jukin' to Grandma's cookin' And homemade pecan pie Where the pine trees line the winding roads Seems they'll never end Oh, I thank the Lord I'm going back to Georgia once again Chorus Yes, I'm going, I'm going back to Georgia Where my memory strays to the southern ways Of my youthful yesterdays From New York, to the coast of California There?s no place I'd rather be than Georgia Instrumental Verse 4 Going back to Georgia to my friends and family Way down in Dixie; If you're ever looking for me Oh, I'll be right there with my folks at home Standing proud and tall They'll say, Son, it's good to have you back It's like you never left at all Welcome back to Georgia Chorus Yes, I'm going, I'm going back to Georgia Where my memory strays to the southern ways Of my youthful yesterdays From New York, to the coast of California There's no place I'd rather be than Georgia Tag I've been from New York to the coast of California Thank God, I'm going back to Georgia Track 11 THE WAY SHE MOVES (Jazz Version) Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1998 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 She's got a certain way about her I like the way she moves When I wrap my arms around her I like the way she moves When we dance it's like slow motion time Only one thing stays on my mind I like the way she moves Verse 2 I like to watch her mingle in the crowd I like the way she moves Never quiet, but then not too loud I like the way she moves When she's talking with her friends, they smile I sit back, thinking all the while I like the way she moves Chorus She moves across the floor Dancing like the wind She's like you've never seen before And will never see again Oh, it's true I like the way she moves Instrumental Bridge When it's late and the fire is low Music's soft and we're dancing slow I like the way she moves Chorus She moves across the floor Dancing like the wind She's like you've never seen before And will never see again Oh, it's true I like the way she moves Tag Oh, It's so true I like the way she moves I like the way she moves I like the way she moves Oh.... Track 12 TRIBAL REVIVAL Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell (c) 1999 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI Verse 1 In the seventeenth century A missionary sailed the Caribbean Sea Came upon an island with big palm trees Stopped to preach the gospel to the aborigines Verse 2 The natives met him at the quiet lagoon They threw a big feast under the tropical moon When the missionary put on his priestly attire The natives started dancing around the big bon fire Chorus And while the missionary continued to preach The natives had a real good time He wrote back home it was a tribal revival It was only a conga line Oh, it was a conga line, a conga line Everyone was doing the conga line He wrote back home it was a tribal revival It was only a conga line Verse 3 All night long, they beat on the drum They danced and sang in the island tongue Hands on hips, they went 'round and 'round Weaving through the camp like a snake on the ground Chorus And while the missionary continued to preach The natives had a real good time He wrote back home it was a tribal revival It was only a conga line Oh, it was a conga line, a conga line Everyone was doing the conga line He wrote back home it was a tribal revival It was only a conga line Instrumental Verse 4 Now you?ve learned a bit of history Let's jump to the twenty-first century Tribal Revival, it's alive! Every time we do the conga line 2nd Chorus Oh, the conga line, the conga line Everyone was doing the conga line He wrote back home it was a tribal revival It was only a conga line Oh, it was a conga line, a conga line Everyone was doing the conga line He wrote back home it was a tribal revival It was only a conga line Tag It's the survival of Tribal Revival When we do the conga line Track 13 CONGA LINE (Instrumental) (2:14 in length) Music by Gene Mitchell © 1999 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) ------------------------------------------------------------ CD Title: BIG COCONUT © 1998 (Lyrics from 12 songs on the CD) Track 1 BIG COCONUT Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1998 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I was born in the sunshine In the middle of July In a harbor town where the summers Are so hot and dry The music of the islands I always loved the most As it crept up from the tropics To the southeast Georgia coast Chorus They said I was crazy They called me insane They told me I was loco, but.. I'm just a big coconut Verse 2 My friends said to get with it No one listens to music like that If you want to play guitar You've got to wear a big cowboy hat (not that, a big cowboy hat) So I mixed that country music With the blues and rock and roll Added calypso rhythms Some jazz and Motown soul Chorus They said I was crazy They called me insane They told me I was loco, but.. I'm just a big coconut Short Instrumental Verse 3 In my years I have traveled From the land where the hurricane blows To where the trees are always green And the mountain tops are covered with snow People there like those high latitudes The cold is too much for me Just give me the tropics I don't mind the humidity Chorus They said I was crazy They called me insane They told me I was loco, but.. I'm just a big coconut Instrumental Tag: Big Coconut Verse 4 I'm not alone in my story There are many across the land Would rather sit back on an island With a tropical drink in their hand (coconuts; they're big coconuts) Listening to the steel drum music The conga drums keeping the time With smiles on our faces Slowly going out of our minds 2nd Chorus They say that we're crazy The call us insane They tell us we're loco, but We're all just big coconuts Chorus You can say that I'm crazy Call me insane Tell me I'm loco, but I'm just a big coconut Tag: We're all just big coconuts (I'm a coconut, we're all coconuts) I'm just a big coconut (I'm a coconut, are you a coconut) We're all just big coconuts (I'm a coconut, we're all coconuts) I'm just a big coconut (Wouldn't you like to be a) BIG COCONUT! Track 2 THE SUN AND THE WIND Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1997 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 It's a sunny day, no time to delay Boating season's open; raise the sail up the mast Take it nice and easy, as the power boats go past No fumes to loom; no motor too loud Just the flapping of the canvas As we're coming about Chorus Oh, what a day to spend In the sun and the wind Verse 2 It's a lazy day, as we sail around the bay Imagination takes hold; Hey; who's that on the shore Is it pirates digging treasure Ah, they've got grub for sure So let's drop the top, put the dinghy in the waves All aboard now, Maties; it's time to be brave 2nd Chorus Oh what a day to pretend In the sun and the wind Bridge There's a picnic on the beach People digging clams and trying to teach The children how to swim And a sailor always will Go ashore when there's food on the grill And there are plenty of friends It happens time and again In the sun and the wind Instrumental Verse 3 It's the end of the day, no more time for play The sun is finally setting, the wind is dying down Sailors are telling stories, at the tavern in the town So let's tack on back, rest our weary heads We could stay up all night talking Best to dream instead 3rd Chorus Of our two best friends The sun and the wind Tag Oh, a sailor's two best friends The sun and the wind The sun and the wind Track 3 HOW ABOUT SUNDAY Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1997 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 How about Sunday We get up early and get away Drive down by the ocean And have brunch at that beach café Chorus How to show you I love you Was easy to decide Memories last forever I'll give you all my time Verse 2 So, how about Sunday When it's late in the afternoon We walk down by the ocean Look for shells and driftwood too 2nd Chorus How to show you I love you That will last throughout the years A day full of memories And shells for souvenirs Tag So, how about Sunday Instrumental Bridge Every time I see your face I realize my place Is always beside you Verse 3 So how about Sunday When the sun tells us goodnight We stay down by the ocean And have dinner by candlelight 3rd Chorus How to show you I love you That will be yours and yours alone Memories and souvenirs And a song to call your own Tag So how about Sunday How about Sunday Track 4 JAMAICAN ME CRAZY Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1997 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I took a trip to Jamaica To get out of the rain Now the sun's shining on my body But my head's in a hurricane, I say Chorus Rum, Jamaican me crazy Sun, Jamaican me lazy And with your beaches so white And your water so blue Jamaica, me fall in love with you Verse 2 I spot a pretty girl on the beach I've got to go and say hello She said, "Hey, Mister your mind moves so fast But your body moves much too slow" Chorus Rum, Jamaican me crazy Sun, Jamaican me lazy And with your beaches so white And your water so blue Jamaica, me fall in love with you Instrumental Bridge Jamaica me laugh, Jamaica me sing Oh, Jamaica, Jamaica me feel Like a tropical king Verse 3 The sun goes down in that Kingston town I get voodoo in my feet It's caused by a little bit of rum And a little bit of sun But it's mostly that reggae beat 2nd Chorus Rum, Jamaican me crazy Sun, Jamaican me lazy Hey, Mr. Rasta Man, play that reggae song Jamaica me dance all night long Chorus Rum, Jamaican me crazy Sun, Jamaican me lazy And with your beaches so white And your water so blue Jamaica, me fall in love with you Tag Jamaica me, Jamaica me Jamaica me fall in love with you Track 5 HOLDING YOU CLOSE TO ME Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1994 Sailor Boy Publishing-Records (BMI) Verse 1 Days, were longer than years While I waited to see you again But now, that you're here My only wish is the day would never end Verse 2 Strolling along Heart to heart, hand in hand Sit for awhile, and talk about things Only lovers can understand Chorus Like a walk in the rain when the sky is blue And the sun tries to shine Love is growing patiently Good times bring such happy smiles And living is so worthwhile Just holding you close to me Verse 3 Talk, talk about days and times That went before Silence, when the candles get low And there's no need to talk anymore Chorus Like a walk in the rain when the sky is blue And the sun tries to shine Love is growing patiently Good times bring such happy smiles And living is so worthwhile Just holding you close to me Instrumental Chorus Like a walk in the rain when the sky is blue And the sun tries to shine Love is growing patiently Good times bring such happy smiles And living is so worthwhile Just holding you close to me Tag Just holding you close to me Track 6 TWO HEARTS ON ONE BREEZE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1997 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Your heart was broken In need of some repair My heart was open Willing to take me anywhere And when your eyes of sadness Chanced upon my eyes so free I prayed you'd find the courage To take a chance on me Verse 2 So I walked on over Inquired as to your name With your hand on my shoulder You tried hard to explain That love had been unkind And you had barely survived But love is always worth the risk Won't you give it one more try Chorus For hearts full of remorse With no love to chart their course Will forever be, castaways as sea But love will never fail When dreams caress our sails We will find the passage home And never be alone Sail with me, and we'll be Two hearts on one breeze Instrumental Verse 3 I may be trying Too hard to change your mind Take your years of crying And cast them all behind Hold my hand and we will fly On the wings of time And when you look back you'll be glad You gave love one more try Chorus For hearts full of remorse With no love to chart their course Will forever be, castaways as sea But love will never fail When dreams caress our sails We will find the passage home And never be alone Sail with me, and we'll be Two hearts on one breeze Instrumental Outro Track 7 OUT PAST THE REEF Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1994 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Let's go sailing out past the reef And leave all our cares behind The world is getting too crazy for me Honey, I think it's time, we go Chorus Out past the reef, where the sea is calm The drifting tide acts just like a balm Soothing our hearts and freeing our minds To dream of treasures yet to find Out past the reef, the sky is blue There's an endless horizon for me and you If we believe, we'll find our dreams Out past the reef Verse 2 Let's walk the beach of a tropical isle And feel the sand between our toes And when the sun begins to set There's a place we can go Chorus Out past the reef, where the sea is calm The drifting tide acts just like a balm Soothing our hearts and freeing our minds To dream of treasures yet to find Out past the reef, the sky is blue There's an endless horizon for me and you If we believe, we'll find our dreams Out past the reef Instrumental Bridge Let's sit on deck with a glass of wine Count all the stars in the sky Tonight, it's only you and I Chorus Out past the reef, where the sea is calm The drifting tide acts just like a balm Soothing our hearts and freeing our minds To dream of treasures yet to find Out past the reef, the sky is blue There's an endless horizon for me and you If we believe, we'll find our dreams Out past the reef Tag Honey, if we believe, we'll find our dreams Out past the reef Honey, if we believe, we'll find our dreams Out past the reef Track 8 TIDE I RIDE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1997 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I'm weary from traveling, my ship's run aground No need in letting the anchor down Safe in the harbor, stuck fast on the shore The tide will have to rise Before I'm out to sea once more Chorus You are the tide I ride You are the wind Letting me dream my dreams Then bringing me home again Verse 2 The morning horizon, is calling to me How can I hold back, what's meant to be No need to worry, you're love keeps me strong Will safely take me there Then bring me back where I belong Chorus You are the tide I ride You are the wind Letting me dream my dreams Then bringing me home again Instrumental Chorus You are the tide I ride You are the wind Letting me dream my dreams Then bringing me home again Tag You let me dream my dreams Then you bring me home again Track 9 SWIMMING POOL © 1997 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell Verse 1 Woke up Saturday morning I'd rather have stayed in bed But I've got one little girl, one little boy Got other plans for me instead They've got their masks and their snorkels And flippers already on their feet Towels hanging around their neck They're smiling and waiting for me Chorus Well I guess I've got no choice Everybody knows the rules Got to get out of bed, shake out the cobwebs And watch them playing in the swimming pool Verse 2 "Watch me turn a flip this time And watch me do a cannon ball Can't we stay just five more minutes We've hardly been swimming at all Throw a dime to the bottom And watch how long I hold my breath" It's times like these when I realize Life is so much more than myself 2nd Chorus Well I guess I've got no choice Everybody knows the rules This is the way I'll spend my Saturday I'll watch them playing in the swimming pool Instrumental Verse 3 "Hey Daddy, come play with us The water is not too cold" I dip my foot and it sure feels that way Or maybe I'm just getting old I've got a task on my shoulders And moments like these are too sweet The sun feels good on these old aching bones But they're smiling and waiting for me 3rd Chorus Well I guess I've got no choice Everybody knows the rules Time for this man to be a boy again And join them playing in the swimming pool Tag Oh, how this man is just a boy again When we're playing in the swimming pool Track 10 CALEDONIA Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1979 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 South Pacific sunset, reminds me of my home I'm having fun yet, I am all alone But with the sun and the sand And the surf, I'll be fine Take a break from work, relax and unwind Caledonia, you came right one time Verse 2 Caledonia moonlight, brings on the night time world I hope that soon I will meet that pretty girl The music's playing, there's dancing in the street Her dress is swaying up above her knees Chorus Caledonia, you've been good to me Whoa; Caledonia, you've been good to me Bridge Say there, French lady Don't you tell me maybe Now is the time to make up your mind Come on and dance with me Or I'll go crazy Instrumental Verse 3 South Pacific sunrise; makes me feel right at home I'm having fun, right; 'Cause I am not alone You know that pretty French girl Is sitting right here with me We're going to waste away the day Under the coconut tree Chorus Caledonia, you've been good to me Whoa; Caledonia, you've been good to me Chorus Oh, Caledonia, you've been good to me Whoa; Caledonia, you've been good to me Tag Whoa; Caledonia, you've been So good to me Track 11 YESTERDAY'S TOMORROW IS TODAY Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1997 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Hey there, what's your name I have seen you here before Don't you remember yesterday That was me that you ignored I asked you if you'd like to talk Maybe walk along the shore You said ask you tomorrow And don't bother you anymore Everyday you're giving me the same old line You keep talking about tomorrow It's time to make up your mind Chorus Why wait until tomorrow You said that yesterday If you're waiting for tomorrow Yesterday's tomorrow is today Verse 2 Hey, it's been a year I've got to give it my best shot We're not getting younger I think it's time we tied the knot You said ask you tomorrow Where have I heard those words before Put me off no longer, I can't take it anymore Everyday you're giving me the same old line You keep talking about tomorrow It's time to make up your mind Chorus Why wait until tomorrow You said that yesterday If you're waiting for tomorrow Yesterday's tomorrow is today Instrumental Bridge Oh, but as time goes by The tables often turn Man is smart, but the woman is smarter And he won't ever learn Verse 3 Get out and mow that lawn She said I've asked you twice Well, what's a man to do When the woman's not so nice The baseball game is on And it's too hot out in the yard Tomorrow will be another day And the work won?t seem so hard When a man loves a woman There are things he must allow Like when the woman says "You sit too long Get up and go right now" Chorus Why wait until tomorrow You said that yesterday If you're waiting for tomorrow Yesterday's tomorrow is today Tag Yesterday's tomorrow is today Track 12 MIND ON THE ISLANDS Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1998 Sailor Boy Publishing-Records (BMI) Verse 1 I've got my mind on the islands I close my eyes and I see You and I in our bathing suits Swimming in the Florida Keys Verse 2 I've got my mind on the islands Key Largo and Sugarloaf Key You and I walking 'round the towns Doing whatever we please Chorus I've got my mind on the islands Islands not so far away I've got my mind on the islands I say, it's time for a holiday Verse 3 I've got my mind on the islands Where relax is the word of the day You and I sipping tropical drinks In the shade at a sidewalk café Chorus I've got my mind on the islands Islands not so far away I've got my mind on the islands I say, it's time for a holiday Instrumenal Bridge I see the two of us sailing A tropical breeze in your hair Holding you close, I'll be steering Taking us to, who cares Chorus I've got my mind on the islands Islands not so far away I've got my mind on the islands I say, it's time for a holiday Verse 4 I've got my mind on the islands Living the life of ease You and I underneath the moon Underneath a coconut tree Chorus I've got my mind on the islands Islands not so far away I've got my mind on the islands I say, it's time for a holiday 2nd Bridge Key Largo, Tavernier, Islamorada We're on a quest Long Key, Marathon, Big Pine We're going all the way to Key West Chorus I've got my mind on the islands Islands not so far away I've got my mind on the islands I say, it's time for a holiday Tag I've got my mind on the islands I say, it's time for a holiday A holiday, is what we need Let's head for the Florida Keys ------------------------------------------------------------ CD Title: CARRIBEAN COWBOY © 1997 (Lyrics from 10 songs on the CD) Track 1 RUM AND COCA-COLA Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1996 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Chorus Rum and Coca-Cola, Java and granola One is for the night time, one is for the day One gets me going, one carries me away Verse 1 Every morning I can be found At the little cafe at the edge of town I am so sleepy but I've got to get up Get granola in me bowl and Java in me cup And sing... Chorus Rum and Coca-Cola, Java and granola One is for the night time, one is for the day One gets me going, one carries me away Verse 2 Every evening I like to go To the beach and watch the sun sinking low Have a glass of Coca-Cola and a little bit of rum Helps me to unwind when the day is done I sing... Chorus Rum and Coca-Cola, Java and granola One is for the night time, one is for the day One gets me going, one carries me away Instrumental Verse 3 When my life is getting routine I jump on my boat and I sail out to sea Get onboard you are invited to come Just bring Java, granola, Coca-Cola and rum We'll sing... Chorus Rum and Coca-Cola, Java and granola One is for the night time, one is for the day One gets me going, one carries me away, let?s sing.. Chorus Rum and Coca-Cola, Java and granola One is for the night time, one is for the day One gets me going, one carries me away Track 2 CARIBBEAN COWBOY Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1996 Sailor Boy Publishing-Records (BMI) Verse 1 I've got no horse, I've got a boat I don't sit in the saddle, I merely float Searching for my fortune and my fame I've got no rope, I've got riggin' I've got no shovel, but Man, I'm diggin' The feel of the power Of the jib and the main Verse 2 I've got no cows, I've got the seals They've got no horns, but no big deal They sit on the rocks And they bask in the sun all day I've got no cactus, in the desert sand But I've got buoys out from the land They ring and they ding As they guide me through the bay Chorus I'm a Caribbean Cowboy; No, I'll never change I'm riding the wind, instead of the range I'm going to sail, where the water is warm Folks on land say; "Ship ahoy! It's that Caribbean Cowboy" Instrumental Tag Folks on land say; "Ship ahoy! It's that Caribbean Cowboy" Verse 3 I've got no mountains, I've got the waves I've got no damsel, I've got to save I'm out to save the porpoise And the humpback whale I've got no cowgirl, but that's alright 'Cause I'll find me a mermaid, one of these nights She'll look so pretty With the moonlight on her scales Chorus I'm a Caribbean Cowboy; No, I'll never change I'm riding the wind, instead of the range I'm going to sail, where the water is warm Folks on land say; "Ship ahoy! It's that Caribbean Cowboy" Chorus I'm a Caribbean Cowboy; No, I'll never change I'm riding the wind, instead of the range I'm going to sail, where the water is warm Folks on land say; "Ship ahoy! It's that Caribbean Cowboy" Tag Folks on land say; "Ship ahoy! It's that Caribbean Cowboy" (Spoken and fade) Hoist 'em up, fluff 'em out Get the wind in them sails I'm out of here Off into that Caribbean sunset Mmmm, I'm going to find that mermaid She's out there somewhere I think I last saw her over by Vieques Over Puerto Rico way Track 3 JELLYFISH Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1995 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 First time she met him, his look was so cool I'd been so long since she'd been played the fool She was ready for love, willing to sink or swim She held her breath, and she plunged right in Verse 2 He moves so slow so smooth, with grace and style Had her believing, like a naïve child Her friends said; "Watch out now, he's not sincere We've seen him with another girl, it's all too clear" Chorus He's like a jellyfish, you can see right through him He's like a jellyfish, his sting is so cruel He's like a jellyfish, you can see right through him Behind his smile there lies, a heart as cold as ice Verse 3 He dropped by last night, to apologize He almost had her with that look in his eyes But the room was cold, she'd felt it before He can fool her once, but he won't fool her no more Chorus He's like a jellyfish, you can see right through him He's like a jellyfish, his sting is so cruel He's like a jellyfish, you can see right through him Behind his smile there lies, a heart as cold as ice Instrumental Bridge Now she can see Right through his disguise She said, "Why don?t you just swim Right out of my life' Chorus He's like a jellyfish, you can see right through him He's like a jellyfish, his sting is so cruel He's like a jellyfish, you can see right through him Behind his smile there lies, a heart as cold as ice Tag (Jellyfish, Ooo) (Jellyfish, Ooo) Track 4 MOONLIT BAY Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1995 Sailor Boy Publishing-Records (BMI) Verse 1 The tide goes out, the sun goes down The moon comes up, let's go into town Have dinner for two, a sweet rendezvous After the wine, before the night ends We'll walk on the beach, sit and pretend We're two castaways, on a moonlit bay Chorus Rest your head on my shoulder And dream the night away Life is so peaceful here with you tonight Why don't we just stay, on this moonlit bay Verse 2 A falling star, we'll make a wish Mine will come true when you give me a kiss I think I just saw, another one fall Let's take off our shoes, splash our feet in the sea I'll hold your hand, our hearts will be free Like dolphins at play, on a moonlit bay Chorus Rest your head on my shoulder And dream the night away Life is so peaceful here with you tonight Why don't we just stay, on this moonlit bay Instrumental Chorus Rest your head on my shoulder And dream the night away Life is so peaceful here with you tonight Why don't we just stay, on this moonlit bay Tag I think we'll just stay, on this moonlit bay Track 5 A MILE HIGH ON YOU Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1997 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Big jet engines are roaring, leave Seattle behind My job keeps me running, it's Colorado this time Looking down on the city, there's no beauty today I know you're down there somewhere As I'm flying away, but.. Chorus When I am west bound I don?t mind the view When I'm coming back from Denver A mile high on you Verse 2 The sun has been shining, the weather's been clear They say that's good for Denver, this time of year When I took off this morning, snow was starting to fall I hear it?s raining in Seattle It's no bother at all, 'Cause.. Chorus When I am west bound I don't mind the view When I'm coming back from Denver A mile high on you Instrumental Bridge I've been away and I've been down Now I'm getting higher the closer This plane gets too the ground Verse 3 Outside my window, clouds full of rain Coming down on Seattle, I won't complain I can see the horizon, blue skies coming in By the time I'm back in your arms They'll be sunshine again Chorus When I am west bound I don't mind the view When I'm coming back from Denver A mile high on you Tag Coming back from Denver, a mile high on you Coming back from Denver, a mile high on you Track 6 HEART IN TOW Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1996 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 My charts were on the table My course was plotted well I knew my destination The wind was in my sails Somewhere along the wa I felt the current change You beckoned me to follow My life was rearranged Chorus God only knows, my heart is in tow And she leads me, where I don't know God only knows, my heart is in tow And I'll follow, I'll follow Where ever she goes Verse 2 You voice was like the wind That blows across the tide My mind lost in a mist With you my only guide Tried dropping down the anchor To reassess my course The water's much too deep now I can't fight against this force Chorus God only knows, my heart is in tow And she leads me, where I don't know God only knows, my heart is in tow And I'll follow, I'll follow Where ever she goes Chorus God only knows, my heart is in tow And she leads me, where I don't know God only knows, my heart is in tow And I'll follow, I'll follow Where ever she goes Tag (God only knows) I'll follow where ever she goes (God only knows) I'll follow her where ever she goes Track 7 DIFFERENT STORIES Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1995 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 He took his dreams out on the ocean It's there he ponders all his plans He knows the wind will take him places Though he lost his leg in Vietnam And in his vision, there's a lady One who will not make demands She'll just love him in the good times And in his bad times, understand Verse 2 She left the city life behind her And all it's simulated smiles Gave it all up for the sunshine And the easy life in the Virgin Isles And then one day while she was working He limps into the small café Shares his life with dreams and stories As he sits and casually conveys Chorus Different stories, different times Treasured memories, that keep our dreams alive Some are true and some pretend Some live on and some will end A story is all that you believe Come share your stories with me Instrumental Verse 3 Then she sat down at his table And shared some stories of her own She said I've always longed for freedom It's on the ocean I belong Now they're sailing distant waters In search of dreams that still remain And though they both have different stories The endings are the same Chorus Different stories, different times Treasured memories, that keep our dreams alive Some are true and some pretend Some live on and some will end A story is all that you believe Come share your stories with me Tag Come share your stories with me Track 8 TIME STANDS STILL Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1997 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Go on and put that dress on Take the time to brush your hair I'm not in a hurry to go anywhere I watch your reflection in the mirror As you put some rouge upon your cheeks And for a man that claims to be so strong Suddenly, I'm weak Chorus I know we've got places to go First I must say what I feel We can take all night and never be late 'Cause watching you, time stands still Verse 2 Don't look so frantic Your purse is by the door I've turned on the radio The living room is our dance floor So dance with me a little while Lose ourselves in a sweet embrace Even when I close my eye I can still see your face Chorus I know we've got places to go First I must say what I feel We can take all night and never be late 'Cause watching you, time stands still... Bridge ...Still in my heart, after all these years Still in my dreams, always so near You flow through my veins, consuming my mind When I hold you in my arms, I?ve no sense of time Chorus I know we've got places to go First I must say what I feel We can take all night and never be late 'Cause watching you, time stands still Tag Time stands still Track 9 HOMETOWN GIRLS Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1995 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Some folks sing about those California girls How the sunshine turns their skin so brown But riding on this Greyhound, California fades As I think about a girl from my hometown She may not be a movie star, or wear a golden tan But that hometown girl Knows how to love her man Chorus Hometown girls, can tame the restless soul Or drive a sane man wild I'd trade all the girls in all the world For the love of just one hometown girl Verse 2 City girls I've found are always on the go Working hard trying to make ends meet The city moves too fast for this country boy A hometown girl is all I'll ever need My restless soul is getting tired I've been away too long In the arms of a hometown girl is where I belong Chorus Hometown girls, can tame the restless soul Or drive a sane man wild I'd trade all the girls in all the world For the love of just one hometown girl Instrumental Verse 3 Now this greyhound bus has brought me home I smell diesel as I step down through the door Looking 'round the square; I see not much has changed There's Carol Jean's boutique and flower store I walk inside, paralyzed She don't ask me where I've been Then she smiles and I know I will never leave again Chorus Hometown girls, can tame the restless soul Or drive a sane man wild I'd trade all the girls in all the world For the love of just one hometown girl Tag Sakes alive, there's nothing like Hometown girls Track 10 CINNAMON BAY Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 1995 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 In the tropics I've seen Hillsides of green And the ocean water blue and clear The mood is sublime And the sun always shines Each and every day of the year But when the night time comes It be time for some fun Jamming with the reggae band Where the moonlight's enough To make you fall in love As you walk on the beach hand in hand Chorus On a tropical night in paradise Life is a holiday On a tropical night in paradise Down at Cinnamon Bay Verse 2 One evening I could not sleep So I rented a jeep Took my girlfriend for a drive down south With carrots and bread The wild donkeys we feed 'Til one kissed my girlfriend Right on the mouth First I laughed then I cursed 'Cause what's even worse That donkey took my girl for a ride She was having such fun I could not be outdone I went and asked that girl to be my wife Chorus On a tropical night in paradise Life is a holiday On a tropical night in paradise Down at Cinnamon Bay Instrumental Verse 3 So if you're moody and blue And don't know what to do When vacation times come around You just jump on a plane You'll never be the same When the wheels of that plane touch the ground On the isle of St. John It's the smallest one Of the U.S. Virgin Isles And though small like a twig The fun there is big And your frown will be replaced by a smile Chorus On a tropical night in paradise Life is a holiday On a tropical night in paradise Down at Cinnamon Bay Tag Hey, I wanna play; I wanna stay Down at Cinnamon Bay CHRISTMAS IN THE ISLANDS. A 3 song CD Sampler of original Gene Mitchell Christmas songs is now available, order by clicking ORDER CDS on the homepage. Christmas In The Islands, (All I Want For Christmas Is A) Big Palm Tree and a third bonus track, Christmas In Paradise (the Christmas version of "Romance In Paradise"). Read the lyrics below and order your copy in time for the holidays. ********************************** Track 1 CHRISTMAS IN THE ISLANDS Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell (c) 2008 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Going to buy myself a Christmas present I've been working all year long And I need some time Just to call all mine In a warm sunny place I bought everyone a present I'll leave them underneat the Christmas tree Addressed to you, from me To put a glow on your face Chorus As for me, on Christmas Day I'll be somewhere far away So when you think of me Know that I'm smiling Spending Christmas in the islands Verse 2 Going to buy myself a Christmas present Get an airline ticket to The land of the sun For some holiday fun The way the islanders do Trade the eggnog for pina coladas Pack away my coat and gloves I'll just need a beach mat A funny big straw hat And throw away my shoes Chorus As for me, on Christmas Day I'll be somewhere far away So when you think of me Know that I'm smiling Spending Christmas in the islands Instrumental Bridge Christmas Eve, I'll be counting the stars On a moonlit bay I'll be living on island time So I'll just sleep in on Christmas Day Verse 3 Going to buy myself a Christmas present To a tropical paradise To spend a little time Just to relax and unwind To the sound of the sea I hope you like your Christmas present You need to open it now You'll know just what to do When you see there's tickets for two Because you're coming with me Chorus As for us, on Christmas Day We'll be somewhere far away So when they think of us They'll know that we're smiling Spending Christmas in the islands Tag So when they think of us They'll know that we're smiling Spending Christmas in the islands Track 2 (All I Want For Christmas Is A) BIG PALM TREE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2008 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 Santa doesn't need a chimney He can walk through a bamboo door No need for stockings on the mantle Just put the presents down on a teak wood floor He doesn't want milk and cookies He'll get a rum drink and key lime pie When he asks me what I want for Christmas I'll look old Santa right in the eye Chorus All I want for Christmas is a big palm tree A beach and a tropical sun Those few things will remind me That wintertime can still be so much fun All bundled up just to go outside Is not where I want to be You can have your snow and your mistletoe All I want for Christmas is a big palm tree Verse 2 Santa doesn't need a sleigh ride All the tides and the winds are right He can cruise to port on a sailboat And give all his reindeer a break tonight Have oysters and beer at the tiki bar It won't be long and he'll have no doubt Why I asked him for the things I did He'll know just what I'm talking about Chorus All I want for Christmas is a big palm tree A beach and a tropical sun Those few things will remind me That wintertime can still be so much fun All bundled up just to go outside Is not where I want to be You can have your snow and your mistletoe All I want for Christmas is a big palm tree Instrumental Verse 3 I don't really need a snowman A sand castle will do just fine No need to send me a fruitcake The've got the holiday spirit And I love all those Christmas songs About chestnuts and winter wonderlands But where coconuts grow, that?s where I belong Chorus All I want for Christmas is a big palm tree A beach and a tropical sun Those few things will remind me That wintertime can still be so much fun All bundled up just to go outside Is not where I want to be You can have your snow and your mistletoe All I want for Christmas is a big palm tree Tag You can have your snow and your mistletoe All I want for Christmas is a big palm tree Bonus Track 3 CHRISTMAS IN PARADISE Music and Lyric by Gene Mitchell © 2007/2008 Sailor Boy Publishing (BMI) Verse 1 I've got a proposition, Baby, don't say no I bought two tickets so that we can go I promise you it?s gonna make you smile Hanging out together on a tropical isle I know I don?t have to ask you twice Let's spend this Christmas in paradise Verse 2 I've already checked with the weather man You can wear your new bikini and show off your tan We'll drink rum jumbies 'til we close our eyes Fall asleep together under clear blue skies At night we'll have dinner and champagne on ice Let's spend this Christmas in paradise Chorus Romance is good by a fireside Or snuggled up together on a sleigh ride But sunshine and beaches are far more nice Let's spend this Christmas in paradise Verse 3 You said, yes, just like I knew you would A long vacation will do us good The magazine read, we should treat ourselves right Relaxation and some bright sunlight I think it's best that we take that advice Let's spend this Christmas in paradise Chorus Romance is good by a fireside Or snuggled up together on a sleigh ride But sunshine and beaches are far more nice Let's spend this Christmas in paradise Tag Spend this Christmas in paradise Instrumental Verse 4 So pack your suitcase and go with me Two chairs are waiting under a palm tree The sand is white and the water is clear The weather is perfect every day of the year No matter what it cost, I'll pay the price Let's spend this Christmas in paradise Chorus Romance is good by a fireside Or snuggled up together on a sleigh ride But sunshine and beaches are far more nice Let's spend this Christmas in paradise Tag Spend this Christmas in paradise Let's spend this Christmas in paradise  Sailor Boy Records P.O. 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