Lies travel faster than the truth

from All in a days work EP by King Biscuit Boys

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This was inspired by something that Son House said on his ‘Son House in Seattle 1968’ recording. With the title in place the lyrics soon came. The music came later while Jonathan was working through some ideas in open G.
The music continued to evolve over time.

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Even the blind could see, what you mean to me
Whose been telling you, the things I’m meant to do
Lies travel faster, lies travel faster than the truth

I didn’t know her name. I’m not the one to blame.
I wouldn’t do you wrong. And we can get along.
Lies travel faster, lies travel faster than the truth

Liars are worse than thieves. You know you must believe.
I’m not a perfect man. I need a second chance.
Lies travel faster, lies travel faster than the truth

My heart is bankrupt babe. I gave it all away
Check the evening news. There’s no peace without the truth
Lies travel faster, lies travel faster than the truth
Lies travel faster, lies travel faster than the truth
Lies travel faster, lies travel faster than the truth
Lies travel faster, lies travel faster than the truth
October 2013 (c) (p) Jonathan Townsend

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from All in a days work EP, released August 14, 2019
PRS Tunecode 187638DR

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