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Tightrope Lyrics by Petal

Magic Gone

2018

[Verse 1]
I saw a strange light in the sky
A fireball burning brightly
I wished the truck on the overpass
Would tumble down upon me

[Refrain]
The truth is just a piece of coal dressed as gold
The truth is just a piece of coal dressed as gold

[Verse 2]
I turn the heat up to feel the sting
My skin, it felt the same
I felt the joint in my shoulderblade
It seemed to feel the same

[Refrain]
I felt an ancient scream come out of my mouth
I felt an ancient scream come out of my mouth

[Chorus]
What’s the margin for error?
I give myself a little
Tightrope walker, miracle clinger
Seeking acquittal
Who’s to say I don’t care?
I’m only drenched in holy water
That you stole from your father
'Cause you couldn’t help yourself

[Bridge]
And the arc of our covenant was a rise and fall
A tailspin on my end we never saw coming
The scar on my lip I got when I was a kid
Transferred to you
Transferred to you
Transferred to you

[Refrain]
The truth is just a piece of coal dressed as gold
The truth is just a piece of coal dressed as gold
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About “Tightrope” by Petal

Read the complete lyrics to "Tightrope" by Petal from the album "Magic Gone" in 2018. 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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"Tightrope" is credited to Petal. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"Tightrope" appears on "Magic Gone" in 2018.

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