My father fell Into obscurity
My mother is losing her mind
And all that I can say with some surety
Is that it’s only a matter of time
Before I fade away
Before I fade away

My brother takes solace in the market
My wife spends too much time alone
And I am called to the darkness
Even when I’m there I’m never home
As I fade away
As I fade away

Jesus, if you will forgive me
I think I’ll have another drink
As I heed the call to end it all
It’s easier than you think
Watch me fade away
Watch me fade away

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