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Big Day Lyrics by Phil Manzanera

Diamond Head

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[Verse 1]
Taking our time before it's through
Passing our days in old shoes, sister
Think I'm returning to Peru
Wish that I never came here
They can't pronounce my name here
Everyone asks me, "Where's Peru?"
[Chorus]
In Peru, we've lengthened the day
In Peru, we've strengthened the dollar
There are mountains piercing our skies
And the ocean at our shores
I will save up all of my wages
Even retail crumby cosmetics
I will work my passage in stages
As the winter slips away
[Break]
[Chorus]
In Peru, we've lengthened the day
In Peru, we've strengthened the dollar
There are mountains piercing our skies
And the ocean at our shores
I will save up all of my wages
Even retail crumby cosmetics
I will work my passage in stages
As the winter slips away
[Verse 2]
Miles of golden beaches
Excellent wines and features
Mister, take a week off in gay Peru
Penitent monks to stare at
Colonial Dons in old straw hats
Everyone's there in gay Peru, ooh ooh Peru
Credits
Phil Manzanera

Phil Manzanera

About “Big Day” by Phil Manzanera

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