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Die With My Boots On

from Hellbender by Chris Shepard

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I’ve broken lots and lots of strings
Ingested some illegal things
And maybe set some shit on fire

But I was born to rock & roll
You don’t believe me, baby doll
Well, I may be a drunk and a cheater and a junkie and funk and a pony and a jerk but I ain’t no liar

And I’m gonna die with my boots still on (x2)

The odds against me overwhelm
But with my ego at the helm
We’ll keep this rockin’ dream afloat

I’m nothing now, I must admit
But having started, I can’t quit
And even Jesus was a zygote

And I’m gonna die with my boots still on (x2)

I’m chasing stars
But stars tend to run and hide
I’ve got no car
Brother, can you spare a ride?

I’ve broken many, many hearts
In pursuit of higher art
Thank God I’m not allergic to penicillin

One day I’m gonna write a hit
As opposed to all my other shit
And then I’ll make a killin’

And I’m gonna die with my boots still on (x4)

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from Hellbender, released December 12, 2010

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Chris Shepard Roanoke, Virginia

"Chris Shepard ... an uncompromising original artist with a unique, darkly comic vision. He is also able to write affecting lyrics and memorable melodies in conventional song format. As a performer, he has a powerful and rhythmic guitar technique, and sings with exceptional strength and range. He deserves widespread recognition."

Randy Walker, Roanoke Times
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