Fading Youth

(Verse 1) I remember the hills of Matupi, so green, Where the rivers flowed like dreams through the serene. The whispers of the pines in the cool mountain breeze, In the land of my birth, my heart finds peace. (Chorus) Oh, Matupi, you’re my song, my home so far away, In your valleys, my spirit longs to stay. Through the shadows of war, I see your light, Matupi, my love, in the darkest night. (Verse 2) The laughter of children, the songs of the old, Stories of unity, of courage bold. Now the streets are silent, fear in the air, But in my dreams, Matupi, you’re still there. (Chorus) Oh, Matupi, you’re my song, my home so far away, In your valleys, my spirit longs to stay. Through the shadows of war, I see your light, Matupi, my love, in the darkest night. (Bridge) We were once united, hand in hand, Now divided, scattered, in this broken land. But hope remains, in hearts so strong, One day we’ll return, to where we belong. (Verse 3) I miss the festivals, the dances, the cheer, The bond of our people, so strong and dear. Though I’m far, my heart beats with your pain, Matupi, I promise, we’ll rise again. (Chorus) Oh, Matupi, you’re my song, my home so far away, In your valleys, my spirit longs to stay. Through the shadows of war, I see your light, Matupi, my love, in the darkest night. (Outro) Matupi, my home, through tears and sorrow, I dream of peace, and a bright tomorrow. Though distant now, in my heart you’ll stay, Matupi, my love, we’ll find our way.

**Title:** "Last Memories" **Verse 1:** My grandfather, born in '46, December 6th, a life so bold Parents cared for him, but soon, his siblings took the hold He went to war, went for his family Came back alive, but years later, dementia took its stand **Chorus:** Oh, grandpa, I miss you so, your memories I hold tight Wish I could turn back time, spend more nights with you tonight You may be gone, but in my heart, you'll always shine Rest in peace, grandpa, fly high, I'll be fine **Verse 2:** My mom was young, and you were there, through her secondary days Though your health was failing, you still found ways to amaze My sister wrote a message, on a card, so pure and bright "Grandpa, get well soon, let's go play, I love you, day and night" **Chorus:** Oh, grandpa, I miss you so, your memories I hold tight Wish I could turn back time, spend more nights with you tonight You may be gone, but in my heart, you'll always shine Rest in peace, grandpa, fly high, I'll be fine **Bridge:** We went to the beach, that one last time You fished, though not so well, but your smile was still divine It was a fantastic day, one I'll always adore Little did I know, it was the last time we'd explore **Chorus:** Oh, grandpa, I miss you so, your memories I hold tight Wish I could turn back time, spend more nights with you tonight You may be gone, but in my heart, you'll always shine Rest in peace, grandpa, fly high, I'll be fine **Outro:** July 12th, 2022, the day you left us behind I'll always cry for you, but your love will be my guide In my dreams, I'll see you smile, and I'll be okay Grandpa, I love you, rest in peace, every day.

[Verse] In the night so cold Hold you close don't let go Whisper dreams we've never told Hearts together love unfold [Verse 2] In the silence hearts collide Hand in hand we'll take the ride Shadows fade in morning light With you here feels so right [Chorus] Moments like gold in the dark sky Feel the love rise never say goodbye Moments like gold we'll always find In your arms everything's kind [Bridge] Time it stops when you're near Every breath I hold dear In your eyes my path is clear No more doubts no more fear [Verse 3] Through the storm and rain we'll go Side by side we'll take it slow Every step our story grows You're the music you're my glow [Chorus] Moments like gold in the dark sky Feel the love rise never say goodbye Moments like gold we'll always find In your arms everything's kind

**Title:** "Last Memories" **Verse 1:** My grandfather, born in '46, December 6th, a life so bold Parents cared for him, but soon, his siblings took the hold He went to war, sent by family's hand Came back alive, but years later, dementia took its stand **Chorus:** Oh, grandpa, I miss you so, your memories I hold tight Wish I could turn back time, spend more nights with you tonight You may be gone, but in my heart, you'll always shine Rest in peace, grandpa, fly high, I'll be fine **Verse 2:** My mom was young, and you were there, through her secondary days Though your health was failing, you still found ways to amaze My sister wrote a message, on a card, so pure and bright "Grandpa, get well soon, let's go play, I love you, day and night" **Chorus:** Oh, grandpa, I miss you so, your memories I hold tight Wish I could turn back time, spend more nights with you tonight You may be gone, but in my heart, you'll always shine Rest in peace, grandpa, fly high, I'll be fine **Bridge:** We went to the beach, that one last time You fished, though not so well, but your smile was still divine It was a fantastic day, one I'll always adore Little did I know, it was the last time we'd explore **Chorus:** Oh, grandpa, I miss you so, your memories I hold tight Wish I could turn back time, spend more nights with you tonight You may be gone, but in my heart, you'll always shine Rest in peace, grandpa, fly high, I'll be fine **Outro:** July 12th, 2022, the day you left us behind I'll always cry for you, but your love will be my guide In my dreams, I'll see you smile, and I'll be okay Grandpa, I love you, rest in peace, every day.

[Verse] Purple skies in the night So bright Chasing dreams in neon light In our world Colors fade away But tonight We're finding our way [Verse 2] Dancing close Can you feel the heat Electric love Hearts skipping beats In your eyes Stars start to twinkle Magic moments Our souls intermingled [Chorus] Purple dreams We fly so high Every scream Touches the sky Purple dreams We won't come down In this scene Wear love like a crown [Verse 3] Midnight calls Whispers in the air Hold me tight Take me if you dare In this dance Time seems to stand still Lost in you Is where I get my thrill [Bridge] Oh purple lover Don't let go In this cosmic Vibrant glow Find our way through the haze In a violet Lunar gaze [Chorus] Purple dreams We fly so high Every scream Touches the sky Purple dreams We won't come down In this scene Wear love like a crown

**Title:** "Last Memories" **Verse 1:** My grandfather, born in '46, December 6th, a life so bold Parents cared for him, but soon, his siblings took the hold He went to war, the 6.25 war, sent by family's hand Came back alive, but years later, dementia took its stand **Chorus:** Oh, grandpa, I miss you so, your memories I hold tight Wish I could turn back time, spend more nights with you tonight You may be gone, but in my heart, you'll always shine Rest in peace, grandpa, fly high, I'll be fine **Verse 2:** My mom was young, and you were there, through her secondary days Though your health was failing, you still found ways to amaze My sister wrote a message, on a card, so pure and bright "Grandpa, get well soon, let's go play, I love you, day and night" **Chorus:** Oh, grandpa, I miss you so, your memories I hold tight Wish I could turn back time, spend more nights with you tonight You may be gone, but in my heart, you'll always shine Rest in peace, grandpa, fly high, I'll be fine **Bridge:** We went to the beach, that one last time You fished, though not so well, but your smile was still divine It was a fantastic day, one I'll always adore Little did I know, it was the last time we'd explore **Chorus:** Oh, grandpa, I miss you so, your memories I hold tight Wish I could turn back time, spend more nights with you tonight You may be gone, but in my heart, you'll always shine Rest in peace, grandpa, fly high, I'll be fine **Outro:** July 12th, 2022, the day you left us behind I'll always cry for you, but your love will be my guide In my dreams, I'll see you smile, and I'll be okay Grandpa, I love you, rest in peace, every day.

[Verse] In the quiet of night I hear the tear drops fall Every beat a silent fight Echoes down the empty hall [Verse 2] Whispers of what could be Dance around my mind But lost in this sea Broken dreams I can't find [Chorus] My heart it shatters Every time I breathe Love in tatters But I won't leave [Bridge] In the shadows I wait Holding on to hope Trying not to tempt fate Just learning how to cope [Verse 3] Morning brings no light Only colors of grey Holding in the night Can't keep the tears at bay [Chorus] My heart it shatters Every time I breathe Love in tatters But I won't leave

[Verse] Lonely shadows find me here In the silence lost I fear Memories of yesterday Fading echoes fade away [Verse 2] Tears are falling in the night Broken dreams in fading light Whispers soft but never kind Every thought is left behind [Chorus] Crying out but no one hears Drowning slowly in my tears All that’s left is empty words Like the song of lonely birds [Verse 3] Walked the road so many times All our laughter lost in chimes Pictures burned within my mind Love that’s gone is hard to find [Verse 4] Never knew the day would come When your voice would turn so numb Now I sit in shadows dim Fading echoes shatter him [Chorus] Crying out but no one hears Drowning slowly in my tears All that’s left is empty words Like the song of lonely birds

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**Title:** "Last Memories" **Verse 1:** My grandfather, born in '46, December 6th, a life so bold Parents cared for him, but soon, his siblings took the hold He went to war, the 6.25 war, sent by family's hand Came back alive, but years later, dementia took its stand **Chorus:** Oh, grandpa, I miss you so, your memories I hold tight Wish I could turn back time, spend more nights with you tonight You may be gone, but in my heart, you'll always shine Rest in peace, grandpa, fly high, I'll be fine **Verse 2:** My mom was young, and you were there, through her secondary days Though your health was failing, you still found ways to amaze My sister wrote a message, on a card, so pure and bright "Grandpa, get well soon, let's go play, I love you, day and night" **Chorus:** Oh, grandpa, I miss you so, your memories I hold tight Wish I could turn back time, spend more nights with you tonight You may be gone, but in my heart, you'll always shine Rest in peace, grandpa, fly high, I'll be fine **Bridge:** We went to the beach, that one last time You fished, though not so well, but your smile was still divine It was a fantastic day, one I'll always adore Little did I know, it was the last time we'd explore **Chorus:** Oh, grandpa, I miss you so, your memories I hold tight Wish I could turn back time, spend more nights with you tonight You may be gone, but in my heart, you'll always shine Rest in peace, grandpa, fly high, I'll be fine **Outro:** July 12th, 2022, the day you left us behind I'll always cry for you, but your love will be my guide In my dreams, I'll see you smile, and I'll be okay Grandpa, I love you, rest in peace, every day.

[Verse] Neon lights they blur the tears Lost in electric fears Silent streets they call my name Echoes of a broken flame [Verse 2] Shadows dance on fading walls Memories in pixel halls Midnight city whispers low Where did all the loving go [Chorus] Heartbeats in the glow Lost love we used to know In a neon dream we fade Love slips like a retrocade [Verse 3] Empty nights and neon signs Glances of forgotten lines Our song on the radio Fades into the night's shadow [Chorus] Heartbeats in the glow Lost love we used to know In a neon dream we fade Love slips like a retrocade [Bridge] Stars above in synthwave skies Reflect the pain in my eyes All the circuits they went dark Left alone in this love arc

[Verse 1] Started high got a name Dream life in the fast lane Nightclub lights studies tight DJ dreams glowing bright [Verse 2] Heartbreak came lost it all Homeless nights made me fall Classes left far behind Debt piled up lost my mind [Chorus] Lost and found in the night Broken dreams out of sight Clouded days in the dark Trying to reignite that spark [Verse 3] Scholarship slipped away Bills too high couldn't pay Quitted life left the club One way flight felt the snub [Bridge] Five years sat in the gloom Lost myself in the tomb Of my past shadow's chase Trying hard to find my place [Chorus] Lost and found in the night Broken dreams out of sight Clouded days in the dark Trying to reignite that spark [Verse 4] Lost it all in a heartbreak Dreams crumbled in my wake Worked hard late in the night Chasing dreams in the club light [Verse 5] University dreams crashed down Debt swallowed my hopeful crown Scholarship dreams faded fast Homeless nights under cold blasts [Chorus] Darkness took my fight Lost dreams out of sight Sat alone with tears dry Trying to feel alive [Verse 6] Tasmania skies so grey A one-way ticket to dismay All hopes and plans gone Sat there waiting for the dawn [Verse 7] Five years of shadowed pain Couldn't shake off the rain Broken heart and shattered soul Turning lost dreams into coal [Chorus] Darkness took my fight Lost dreams out of sight Sat alone with tears dry Trying to feel alive [Verse 8] I worked so hard Dreams in my sights Nightclub lights kept Me through the nights [Verse 9] Scholarships and classes All for a dream Till heart broke and life shook Nothing as it seemed [Chorus] Lost in Tasmania Darkness inside Sat for five years No dreams left to guide [Verse 10] Homeless and broken Fell behind with time Debt on my shoulders No rhythm no rhyme [Bridge] One-way ticket Back to where I came No spark left No desire No flame [Chorus] Lost in Tasmania Darkness inside Sat for five years No dreams left to guide [Extended Outro] [Fade to End] [End]