Really, really loving this song. I’ve never heard of Steve Acho before, but Spotify brought him to my sound space and there’s something really soothing and calming about his voice that just makes me feel at peace. I am especially loving the vibe this acoustic version of “In My Shoes” surrounds me with.
I struggled (and ultimately failed) to find official lyrics for this beautiful-sounding song (as well as an official YouTube video from his channel or website) [update: found a video! embedded/linked below], so below is what it sounds like to me, with the most questionable parts encased in question marks and italicized.
Steve, if you ever happen upon this post: Love the song! Would super love the official lyrics too! Thanks!
Best to all,
Lyrics (as deciphered by my potentially faulty ears!)
I’ve seen the sun rise
and I’ve seen it fall.
Been to hell and my mind still sees the beauty of it all
and how the stars and planets all align.
Sometimes you win
sometimes you get taken for a ride
But I won’t apologize, no
That would be my demise
I stand here and recognize
and pay my dues
? The second I start (it starts?) to be comfortable in my shoes ?
Lived long enough
to have some memories,
a jury of my peers
would say that they loved me
I don’t always seem to have the perfect words,
? I seem to say the wrong thing ?
? and I shout to be heard but ?
even cats still fall from trees,
you can’t preach courage from your knees
I’m standing my ground even if I lose
? The second I start to be comfortable in my shoes ?
Isn’t it a shame
how so many think the same
My luck is down
the river’s low
Can’t stay here
there’s someplace else I’ve got to go
to be comfortable
I’ve seen the sun rise
and I’ve seen it fall
Been to hell and my mind still sees the beauty of it all
and how the stars and planets all align
Sometimes you win
sometimes you get taken for a ride
But I won’t apologize, no
That would be my demise
I stand here and recognize
and pay my dues
? The second I start (it starts?) to be comfortable
? The second I start (it starts?) to be comfortable
? The second I start (it starts?) to be comfortable in my shoes ?
Comfortable