Play me something sweet, something with a beat
that takes my cares away.
Something real and true,
something bright and blue.
And get through this dark and stormy day.
Cover me in sunlight with every note you play.
Play me something sweet, something with a beat.
And I will be okay.
Make it something slow, something we all know.
Never heard before.
Make us feel alright,
whether day or night.
When nothing seems to mean much anymore.
Older than the ocean,
but younger than the shore.
Make it something real, real and right.
And let my spirit soar.
I never worked so hard just to make ends meet.
I don't know anyone who ain't struggling nowadays.
Too many good folks hurting bad in way too many ways.
Play me something sweet,
something strong.
That will not break open.
Something that could carry me along.
On days when friends can't
even help a friend.
Let the song inside you rise and grow.
And then play me something sweet
and your sweet soul
will hear me smile again.