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Turn on the Lights Lyrics by Kerry Livgren

When Things Get Electric

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Sometimes I sit and wonder, if you're wondering at all
Does it ever cross your mind when you're alone
The pressure keeps on building, until something's got to give
In this twilight we've forgotten how to live

An illuminating journey, brings a magical relief
Just to know there's still at least one guarantee
And if it's not convincing, if it's still too dark to see
Then lay down all your false humility, and step into a new reality

Lights, I want to (why don't we) (come on and) turn on the lights
I want to see the whole world under lights, Shining bright, to shine as bright as the sun
I want to see the whole world overrun

The truth cuts like a razor, as it slices through a lie
The further out we go the further in
So if you're drifting homeward, then take somebody's hand
And lead them to a joy we can't define, as we peer at last upon the grand design

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About “Turn on the Lights” by Kerry Livgren

Read the complete lyrics to "Turn on the Lights" by Kerry Livgren from the album "When Things Get Electric". 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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"Turn on the Lights" is credited to Kerry Livgren. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"Turn on the Lights" appears on "When Things Get Electric".

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