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Instincts

from Blooming Roses by Doug Hoekstra

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Instincts

I trusted my instincts, but they led me astray
Telling me of a brighter day
When all that we have is in front of us now
My instincts have let me down somehow

My instincts were true, my instincts were wrong
Should’ve given a clue instead of a song
Should’ve told me to walk when I wanted to run
My instincts are tired, my instincts are done

I’m selling my instincts to the bidder who knows
The up from the down, the way that life goes
All that I have are the pearls of your love
The truth that I need in a place I can’t touch

My instincts come cheap, they were only a crutch
My instincts are tired, but my instincts are good

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from Blooming Roses, released January 1, 2008
Doug Hoekstra – vocals, acoustic guitar, Wurlitzer piano
Paul Slivka – fretless bass

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Doug Hoekstra Nashville, Tennessee

Doug Hoekstra’s singular musical persona sets sympathetic narratives against understated vocals, memorable melodies, and subtle but unexpected arrangement turns. His albums have earned Nashville Music Award and Independent Music Award nominations, a bevy of top 10 list appearances, and a reputation as a “songwriter’s songwriter” (CMJ Music Monthly). "The Day Deserved" due out Spring 2021 ... more

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