Daniel Johnston

Lyrics My yoke is heavy Daniel Johnston

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My yoke is heavy


Blue clouds twisted into a tunnel
somewhere far off the thunder roaring
and the fortune teller has fixed her sleepy eyes on my child

Sometimes I climb high up a tree
to let the wind blow in my face
sometimes I leave my cares lying in piles

Somewhat disturbing is the sound of birds singing
when you know you don't deserve it
You are not here today
and I feel just like an empty eggshell, and
My yoke is heavy
My yoke is heavy

My voice is a little horse
galloping lost through the woods
calling your name

It's new to me
But just the same
the earth is an old canvas
painted over many times

The poet rambles
The world it scrambles
But who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men

Your shadow knows
It's right behind you all the way
Your shadow knows where you've been

Somewhat disturbing is the sound of birds singing
when you know you don't deserve it
You are not here today
and I feel just like an empty eggshell, and
My yoke is heavy
My yoke is heavy

Sacred is the smile
That opened up my mind
That may at last please save me
And rid my cold, cold heart
Of the dark deep gloom
That took up so much room
In my many spacious memories

And many are the times
I thought and rethought
The thoughts you got me thinking

Though the sun shines bright upon me now
And I am young and kicking
My yoke is heavy
My yoke is heavy

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Biografia

Daniel Dale Johnston (January 22, 1965 – September 2, 2019) was an American singer-songwriter and painter considered an iconic figure in alternative folk rock. Born in Sacramento, California, Johnston spent most of his life in Houston, Texas. His music, characterized by simple yet memorable melodies and introspective lyrics exploring themes of love, loss, isolation, and faith, has garnered a devoted following over the years. Johnston struggled with mental health issues throughout his life, which profoundly influenced both his music and personal life. Despite these challenges, he managed to produce a vast amount of musical material, recording hundreds of songs on cassette tapes and releasing several independent albums. His music has inspired generations of artists and continues to be appreciated for its authenticity and sincerity. Some of his most famous tracks include "True Love Will Find You In The End", "Some Things Happen" and "Help Me." His work has been the subject of numerous documentaries, including the award-winning "The Devil and Daniel Johnston".

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