Al Stewart - Anniversary

Al Stewart - Anniversary



This is the day you disappeared


Your hand was steady and I know that your mind was clear


You left a note up on the shelf


Saying "I would rather be anyone but myself"



You took a simple ride across the Great Divide


You left the television on in you room


Your friends were sad although they said "I told you so"


You never really did fit into your skin



The small annoying things you do


All seemed so cute and entertaining when they were new


This kind of honeymoon can't last


I think you knew you wore your welcome out much too fast



I was surprised to see you played the lottery


Your winning ticket you won't need anymore


You were in such a rush you never stopped to check


You jacket pocket on your way out the door



This is your anniversary


I'll light a candle in the window so you might see


This is the day you had to go


Good-bye then, this concludes your portion of the show