All I want is a piece of land by the water
when the cold wind comes and dries my nose and mouth.
I would raise an early home and face to the east
and bring only my hands and wife and mind.
Give me love and bring me child from the water
to ward off fear and cleanse my mind of evil.
I have grown the strength of hand to tame the boiling sea
and bend its will and sterile use for me.
Bring me firm and able mind by the water.
Be stern with those who say I am older now.
I will rise up with the sun and he will rise with me
and claim my heart and keep my family.
credits
from Violence,
released October 20, 2012
Tyler Butler: Vocals, Guitar, Organ
Ashton Richard Klassen: Vocals, Banjo
Courtney Løberg: Vocals
Brody Irvine: Violin
"Dustups" continues Body Surfer’s exploration of intimacy and personal history, rich acoustic folk deep in meaning. Bandcamp New & Notable Oct 24, 2021