4th of July | Dave Alvin

4th of July - Written by Dave Alvin Recorded Live October 16, 2023 Live from Norfolk Street is an on-going concert series recorded live at McGonigel's Mucky Duck in Houston, Texas. Our live-streamed concert series is listener supported. For access to our catalog of full length shows, extras, encores, and interviews, become a contributing member at: https://livefromnorfolkstreet.com/ Lyrics: She's waiting for me when I get home from work But things just ain't the same She turns out the light and cries in the dark Won't answer when I call her name (chorus) On the stairs I smoke a cigarette alone The Mexican kids are shooting fireworks below Hey, baby, it's the Fourth of July Hey, baby, it's the Fourth of July She gives me her cheek when I want her lips And I don't have the strength to go On the lost side of town in a dark apartment We gave up trying so long ago Whatever happened, I apologize So dry your tears and baby, walk outside It's the Fourth of July