Donny Velom

Lyrics

[Verse 1] Donny Velom keeps a paper map Folded in the pocket of his coat Every road is marked in faded blue Every promise written as a note [Pre-Chorus] He says, “I’m leaving when the kettle sings” But the morning catches every wing [Chorus] Donny Velom, turn the key There’s a whole horizon waiting past the trees Donny Velom, don’t look back Take the little courage that you have and make it last [Verse 2] At the station, rain taps on the glass A red suitcase leans against his knee He can hear the house he left behind In the silence of the departing street [Pre-Chorus] He says, “I’m ready, let the old bells ring” And the platform starts to move beneath his feet [Chorus] Donny Velom, turn the key There’s a whole horizon waiting past the trees Donny Velom, don’t look back Take the little courage that you have and make it last [Bridge] If the road forgets your name Write it down beside the flame If the night becomes too long Keep one small, unfinished song [Final Chorus] Donny Velom, turn the key There’s a whole horizon waiting past the trees Donny Velom, now you know Sometimes leaving is the only way to grow [Outro] Donny Velom The wheels begin to roll