song-hope
I HOPE
THE ATLANTIC BREAKMEN
From the LP "More Light Than Shade"
Yesterday, we only had each other
We couldn’t see around the corner
Yesterday, we were passionate lovers
Sometimes cool, sometimes warmer
Did I do what I should have?
What did I think about at night?
Did I say all I could have?
Did I even know what’s right?
I hope I did it well enough
I hope my hugs were never tough
I hope I spent enough time with you
I hope the regrets are few
Today, we have so much more
Sometimes we can see the horizon
Today, we casually watch the wars
That others need to keep their eyes on
Do I do what I need to?
Could I chew more than I bite?
Do I say what I mean to?
Does my calendar sit right?
I hope I do it well enough
I hope my kiss is never rough
I hope I spend enough words on you
I hope you love what we grew into
Tomorrow, we could be anywhere
Nothing on this path is prearranged
We may pray or being asking for a prayer
Our chairs rearranged, and fortunes changed
Will I do what needs to be done?
Will I consider everyone?
Will I misfire like a rusty gun?
Will I hold roses that feel a ton?
I hope, when my last sunset fades
I’ve left more light than shade
CREDITS:
Lyrics: Terry Breakman
Music: Terry Breakman and Tracy Walton
Vocals: Jeff Przech
Engineer: Tracy Walton
Producer: Terry Breakman
©2026 Terry Breakman