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January. As in, "You should have kissed me in"

Recorded a few days after it was written (the marvels of new technology!) so if you check the lyrics, there are a few minor changes that will be heard in future versions.

yes, it is based on a true story.

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January

You stare at me with those puppy dog eyes
as if I've got what you need
But if you won't use your words, how am I to know
what makes your foolish heart beat?

You could have kissed me in January
I really liked you back then
Now that the summer's gone you say you want me
but I think of you as a friend
you're the one who wanted to be friends

I told you that I liked you, you said you liked me too
but still you didn't seem sure
So you kept me in mind, as all these months went by
and now you've got the kind of crush that I can't cure

You should have kissed me in January
I really liked you back then
Now that the summer's gone you say you want me
but I think of you as a friend
and I'm already seeing somebody else
we're not just friends

Mama says when it rains, it pours,
I guess I know what she means
'Cause right now I am well adored
so I hope you understand I am not trying to be mean
when I say

You could have kissed me in January
I really liked you back then
Now that the summer's gone you say you want me
but I'm not breaking up with my new boyfriend
for the one who said we should be friends

Just be my friend
Just be my friend
Be my friend

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from Go Down Singing 2010, track released September 19, 2010
words and music, ukulele and vocals, Mandalyn May
This track was made possible by a gift from Smiling James Heyser. Recorded at Smiling James Studios in San Anselmo, CA.

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Mandalyn May Chico, California

From sweet & soulful to hopping & hollering, Mandalyn May (of Sons of Jefferson, Hop Holler & Hum) shines on ukulele, guitar, & mountain dulcimer. With a voice reminiscent of Appalachia and a fresh, percussive playing style, she relates stories of life, love, murder and history with gentle gusto. RIYL: lyrics, quirky humor, and open hearted love songs. ... more

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