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Exiles Lyrics by Son Volt

American Central Dust

2009

Shots are filled and boredom killed
The last chance purple of dawn
Pagan roads and catacombs
Lost on the way to the heart

Bar souls and shifty eyes
Grievances to the government
San Francisco, New York, New York
The best religion is faith in man

Too far along to live alone
Chasing a world to call your own

The sting of mortality
A reminder renewal only happens within
The damage has been determined
There's a different set of rules closing in

History repeats while the sick machine roars
Hustlers and wolves walk freely through the door
But when you go leave a smile on your face
We're exiles now pulling out of this place

Too far along to let alone
Chasing a world to call our own
Too far along to let alone
Chasing a world to call our own
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About “Exiles” by Son Volt

Read the complete lyrics to "Exiles" by Son Volt from the album "American Central Dust" in 2009. 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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"Exiles" is credited to Son Volt. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"Exiles" appears on "American Central Dust" in 2009.

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