Lyrics: Butterfly

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“This tender and powerful song explores the complex inner longing to connect and help without stepping over boundaries.”

Sylvie Marie, IndieSpoonful.com

Verse               I’d like to get a picture of just where you are

                        And where you’re going

                        I sometimes get the feeling that I’ve gone too far

                        To keep it flowing

Chorus           Then you look at me and then I can see

                        You are not so far from me

                        How can I help you when what made us two

                        Is now just old history?

Verse              It doesn’t matter how much time has come and gone

                        Your heart breaks in me

                        I know this world demands that we just carry on

                        But I am listening

Chorus           Then you look at me and then I can see

                        You are not so far from me

                        How can I help you when what made us two

                        Is now just old history?

Bridge           You’re the man you always dreamed you’d be

                        Right now it’s just hard for you to see

                        Even when each day includes a sting

                        Let that butterfly unfold its wings

Chorus           And you look at me and then I can see

                        You are not so far from me

                        How can I help you when what made us two

                        Is now just old history?

                        And you look at me and then I can see

                        You are not so far from me

                        How can I help you when what made us two

                        Is now just old history?

                        And you look at me and then I can see

                        You are not so far from me

                        How can I help you when what made us two

                        Is now just old history?

Words & Music © 2019 Martha Groves Perry

The song “Butterfly” is a standout track on the album…. [it] showcases Martha’s moving and expressive songwriting and performance skills …
Martha plays the cello part with great sensitivity….

Martha’s sweet voice allows just enough air for tenderness while maintaining a strong, clear tone …

In “Butterfly” Martha Groves Perry puts her heart on her sleeve without going overboard. Her straight forward honesty yields an authentic performance that is truly moving and tender.

Sylvie Marie, IndieSpoonful.com