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Sometimes Lyrics by John Illsley

Testing the Water

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Well, sometimes you can't tell east from west
Sometimes you run without a rest
Just when you think that luck is best
You face the acid test

And sometimes the king will lose his throne
Sometimes the queen wants to be alone
Just when his loveful heart is grown
Her heart is sinking like a stone

Sometimes the rain comes falling down
Like the tears of a clown

Well, sometimes there's too many shades of gray
Looks to me like a dangerous game to play
Don't get tired upon a way
If you overrun your stay

Sometimes the rain comes falling down
Like the tears of a clown
Sometimes your feet don't touch the ground
On life's merry-go-round

Well, sometimes you can dance with magic groove
Then again your feet refuse to move
Could be country, could be the blues
Could be a headline in the news

And sometimes your life can hit you hard
You find no winners on the court
Some days when the riding gets too hot
You need the sweepings of the part

Sometimes the rain comes falling down
Like the tears of a clown
Sometimes your feet don't touch the ground
On life's merry-go-round

Sometimes the rain comes falling down
Like the tears of a clown
Sometimes your feet don't touch the ground
On life's merry-go-round

About “Sometimes” by John Illsley

Read the complete lyrics to "Sometimes" by John Illsley from the album "Testing the Water". On Lyrks you can follow along with the full text, explore the artist's discography, and discover related songs. The track is often categorized under Rock.

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"Sometimes" is credited to John Illsley. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"Sometimes" appears on "Testing the Water".

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