This is You
They might think that we control you
We know that’s not true
They say we should reprimand you
They misunderstand
Your curious two hands
The touches you demand
Is you
Is you
Yes it’s true you learn more slowly
[But] we got lots of time
From a heart that beats more lowly
A bounty from the vine
A mysticated wine
The power of your smile
Is you
Is you
CHORUS
Take the sound take the sea
Breaking waves won’t break me
From a tide that won’t turn
From a fire that won’t burn
Do not judge do not shout
Understand let it out
Not my preacher not my maker
Not my president
Will make me change my mind about
How your life should be spent
The passion in your face
The warmth of your embrace
Is you
Is you
Lick my face lie on my shoulder
Walk me till I fall
Break my heart with your devotion
To you I am enthralled
The laughter in your eyes
The sound of your surprise
Is you
Is you
CHORUS
“Very much in the style of Illinois-era Suftan Stevens (think Decatur), this close-harmony duet is a paean to Rosa, Colm’s daughter who has Downs Syndrome. Her sense of humour, mischief and fun make her the centre of his universe. Having the humility to learn from her, the tolerance to accept her and the strength to mind her are the key messages.”