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lyrics

3. Katie
By Rachel Sumner

Katie, where did you go?
There are roses that dried
By your room, just outside–
And I can't recall
The last time I saw you, my friend
Though we share an address
Seems I’m seeing you less
Everyday

Oh, Katie is your plate full?
You've got bills piling up
On the table – I'll clear you a space
And pour some iced tea
Oh dearest Katie, come out
You can put it on me

Katie it is shameful
To let a day like today pass
With the window shades drawn
There'll be time enough
For the dark when the short day is done
There are chairs in the shed
We can use to sit
Out on the lawn

Katie, Katie
Fell down a well of despair
I've been there

I may be unable
To say anything
That can soften or smolder
The worries that burn in you now
But please allow me to try
Katie, I'll try

You know what they say about April?
Maybe they're right
And although it's July
August may bring you surprises
And fields full of flowers
And oh, my dear friend
I'll remain where I'm standing
Beside you
To see your sweet smile

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from Heartless Things, track released February 15, 2024
Lead vocal, nylon string guitar, autoharp, flutes, clarinets: Rachel Sumner
Harmony vocals: Emily Moran
French horn: Jacob Sumner
Upright bass: Michael Siegel
Celeste, mellotron: Sam Kassirer
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Mixed by Sam Kassirer
Mastered by Dan Cardinal

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Rachel Sumner Boston, Massachusetts

Praised by audiences for her powerful, lonesome voice and haunting songs, Rachel Sumner carefully spins melodies that get caught in your head and delivers them “with an attitude and drive in her guitar playing...sure to strike a chord and dig deep into your heart. ” (Red Line Roots) ... more

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