Name: The Siren
Duration: P00H05M44S
Description: A dreamy impression of the perilous journey of men daring the mysterious "briny sea."

The Siren

by Von Doba

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A dreamy impression of the perilous journey of men daring the mysterious "briny sea."

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I’ve got a gal she gives such great gratuities
Tips she pays me all night long
Sort of like that thing that haunted old Ulysses
Can’t resist that siren song
Don’t you know the lure is strong

Once upon a time I was in my prime for great journeys
Rolling over hill and dale and through the wood
Set for great adventure, came up to that briny sea
But that I never understood
Not sure that I ever could

Make sure to check beneath the hood
Make sure to check
Make sure to check beneath the hood

Terraforming Mars I went too far and there she stood
Instructing me to come—this way
Fetch the water, bring the bacon, and the firewood
And there’s nothing you need pay
We’ll leave it for another day

Before you know you’ll find you’re gray
Be sure to check
Be sure to check what’s on your tray

Death by misadventure—brio overwhelming me
Lured into the Norway Maelstrom there she stood
Her quiet little song it can’t be wrong and there’s no fee
I do declare it sounds so good
I know that I never should

Make sure to check beneath the hood

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released September 28, 2022
With acknowledgements (and apologies) to Austrian artist Karl von Blaas (1815-1894).

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Von Doba Houston, Texas

A composer, songwriter, and videographer in Houston, Texas, Von Doba explores the deep themes of human destiny. The musical palette of my original songs is broad, leaning towards progressive pop rock, with elements of blues and country. Enjoy---Jon

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