Sometimes (We Won't Stay)

from Inherited Branches by Helena Ruth

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As I read "Travelogue," the webcomic that inspired this song, I was captured by its startlingly intimate moments. Bits of conversations, reflections, and philosophy that feel so familiar; a late-night conversation with friends. I found myself struck by the distinct and persistent sense of emotion woven through its entirety. For a story about leaving a physical home, moving onwards, it is remarkably upbeat!

I've done my best to capture what I love about "Travelogue" in this song. I hope you enjoy it! Read "Travelogue" here: traveloguecomic.com/post/106867823139

Special thanks to my friends Brynn, Deborah, Robin, and Michelle for letting me record our chatting for the intro and outro <3

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I’ve decided that it’s better
Sometimes, not to stay
We can move through like the weather
Storm fronts sleeping in the hay

I’m not afraid
Of where I’m going
Or where I will remain
The future’s mine to make

I’m not afraid
Of where I’m bound
Or how it all turns out
I think it’s fine for now

Since we decided that, together
Sometimes, we won’t stay
We can sweep through like the weather
Branches bending in our wake

(I’m not afraid) See, it’s this soft escape
(Of where I’m going) The mountains at daybreak
(Or where I will remain) The heavy breath of waiting storm clouds
The grass against your face

I’m not afraid...
Just look; it’s washed away (away)
We won’t remain
Direction’s mine to make

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from Inherited Branches, released June 1, 2016
Lyrics and music by Helena Ruth

Special thanks to my friends Brynn, Deborah, Robin, and Michelle for letting me record our chats for this song.

Cover art by Helena Ruth
© 2016 Helena Ruth
℗ 2016 Helena Ruth

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Helena Ruth Olympia, Washington

Hey there! I’m Helena, and I love webcomics, gaming, animation, and most of all, music! While I hail from Dallas TX, I’m in Olympia WA right now while I attend college. I write original and fan music, which you can find here, on my SoundCloud, and on my YouTube. ... more

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