Precious Things

Craig Armstrong Precious Things Lyrics
1.When Francis Speaks

Run, my child
And leave your toys, behind.

They will come, for you
So leave the things, which are on your mind.

Tears are running down my cheeks,
When Francis speaks, to me.
Anger burns inside of me,
But makes me weak, when Francis speaks.

History will repeat itself
If you don't think about yourself.

Go now, don't even dare to stay
For once listen to what I say.

I know it is hard to understand
People still fight over land.
Come with me to a better place
Let me wash the dirt of your face.

Tears are running down my cheeks,
When Francis speaks, to me.
Anger burns inside of me,
But makes me weak, when Francis speaks.

Right now there isn't much I can do
I promise better times for you
You have the right on a future too

Tears are running down my cheeks,
When Francis speaks, to me.
Anger burns inside of me,
But makes me weak, when Francis speaks.


2.An Angels Sings

Melodies they are attracting me
I come closer, because I want to see

What is claiming my attention?
Are there reasons to be affraid?

When I'm almost there,
I hesitate

The smell of a thousand roses
So wonderful.
Makes me overcome my fears
I go in, oh preserve my soul

Everything, into oblivion, it's paradise
When an angel sings for me, into oblivion
It's paradise, when angels sing for me

Almost like a fairy tale
Better than anything real

Almost like a fairy tale
Spirits and spells I inhale

When I describe the feeling
Its gonna lose its meaning
Perhaps having no meaning
Is the nature of its being

These things that happen to me
Leave a trail of devistation
But I know they'll bring me closer
To my final destination.

Everything, into oblivion, it's paradise
When an angel sings for me, into oblivion
It's paradise, when angels sing for me


3.Of All Places

Is it you
Calling my name?
W here are you?
I am blinded by the flames.

All these years we've been together
A lifetime of vivid memories
I hoped that it would last forever
It had become a part of me

Until today
I wished that I could say

One of the safest places
With all the familiar faces. I
Would like to stay a while,
If you don't mind.

I'm cold and need a touch
A friendly smile and such...
Such a thing
Is what I need right now

One of the safest places
With all the familiar faces. I
Would like to stay a while,
If you don't mind.

I'm cold and need a touch
A friendly smile and such...
Such a thing...is what I need right now

Did it become contageous?
What made you so spontaneous,
Relentless on top of shameless
Do you want me to go on?

I've seen this before
It was something I could not restore
So don't you try walking
Walking through this door.


4.Take My Time

Spinning leafs
Before my feet
When summer leaves
I am complete

Nights in sweat I leave behind me
Days of shining agony
Now's your chance to finally find me
Do you catch my irony?....

Take your time
Wait for my sign
Take your time
Wait for my sign

I'll take my time....anyway
My time....anyway

Take your time
Wait for my sign
Over and over again
Keep moving and I'll tell you when.

Sometimes what I say
Isn't really what I mean
It's the truth for today
But different it has-been.

Must you point out this shortcoming
And tell me that the time is running.... Out
Don't you even make me start
About your artificial heart.

Do you realize
You're the devil in disguise
It's no surprise

Take your time
Wait for my sign
Over and over again
Keep moving and I'll tell you when.

Time changes everything
Time is overwhelming
Time makes me want you back
Time makes me turn my back
On you.


5.The System

(Instrumental)


6.A Solitary Life

I'm not prepared to live
On your life breath
Your own reflection is
The first thing you forget

Until you find out it's
The only one you know
With a heart so sincere
As blue as snow

Tie my hands
Another path
Unbelievable demands
Loneliness means wealth

If you want to rule my world just tie my hands
But I'd rather walk upon another path
And put a bet on your unbelievable demands
Descend upon a place where loneliness means wealth

If I'd prefer a solitary life
Would you still be on my side?

Pieces belonging in my mind
If I am scattered, will you help me find?


7.Purification

Earthly
Insanity
Brings us
Conformity

The tinkling bells call me
It plays a leading role
I never could foresee
The purity you stole

Purification
Complete salvation
Purification
Wanting things to turn around

I'm washing my hands in dirt
Can't yet afford the clearstream
When all my extremities hurt
At least they aren't bleeding.

Why didn't you protect me
Or even warn me
How can I learn this
When trust is the first miss

What's the consequence
Of losing innocence
When meanings have faded
And thoughts are blocking the way again

All these promises
Should've meant nothing less
Why did we agree
When we knew we didn't

Purification
Complete salvation
Purification
Wanting things to turn around


8.Lifespace

As I enter
This long evaded place
It makes me wonder
What has set the chase

Open eyes
With closed eyes
See never seen things
Feel the warmth it brings

'It are the dreams within
They make the fears begin
I search for answers
But no one answers'

'It are the dreams within
It's were the longing begins
For touch, taste and togetherness
I should care less.

Late at night
By your side
Purified
But now

'Here, these evening shades
Make me remember
Our days.
Landscapes, of green and brown and blue
They form my lifespace
My favourite lifespace
With you.'


9.Feel The Sun

Feel the moon
Know that I'll be here soon

Forget the pain
Forget the past
You know it's for the best

Living for today
Is living for tomorrow
Don't waste it with your sorrow

What do you think of me
Is this where you want to be
Why am I too blind to see
Questions are obsolete