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This song is about the experience of wanting to be honest when asked how I am, while also being aware that in many social situations it isn't the done thing to actually say how you feel. This is a frequent problem for someone with an invisible disability that causes chronic pain (Malcolm has Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome).

The song was inspired by a Newsthump T-shirt (title used with permission of Newsthump).

lyrics

“How are you”, well I’m meant to answer
It’s not like I’m trying to drag you down
But I don’t like dishonesty
And I can see that I’m veering off script now

I hate the question though it’s well intentioned
If it’s just a turn phrase, please can I pass?
Let’s skip from hello to the content
And save us both an awkward moment

I keep on, but it’s just momentum
I keep going as I know if I slow I might stop
I don’t want to give up, I don’t want to give in
But I’m scared
So let’s not go there

I keep smiling
So you might not notice
That I’m falling apart
I’m close to an edge
I need help
If this time you’re really asking
I’m tired and everything hurts

And there are times when I feel less broken
I feel like a fake, a fraudulent spokesman
Wearing a badge I look like I’ve stolen
So I push myself

My mistake, well what a surprise
I’ve done it again
I’ve pushed myself too far
And each time I tell myself
That I’ve learned to ask for help
Well I haven’t

I keep on, but it’s just momentum
I keep going as I know if I slow I might stop
I don’t want to give up, I don’t want to give in
But I’m scared
So let’s not go there

I keep smiling
So you might not notice
That I’m falling apart
I’m close to an edge
I need help
If this time you’re really asking
I’m tired and everything hurts

credits

from The Light Of Ancient Mistakes, released September 9, 2023
Performed by Malcolm Galloway, Mark Gatland

Malcolm Galloway - vocals, lead guitar, additional guitars, keyboards/synths, programming

Mark Gatland - bass guitar, additional guitars, keyboards/synths



Music by Malcolm Galloway and Mark Gatland
Lyrics by Malcolm Galloway
Producer - Malcolm Galloway
Co-producer - Mark Gatland
Mixed and mastered by Malcolm Galloway with Mark Gatland
Copyright Malcolm Galloway, Mark Gatland, Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate, Glass Castle Recordings 2023

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Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate London, UK

London based Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate are Malcolm Galloway and Mark Gatland on their own or with Kathryn Thomas.

They combine prog/alt-rock, classical, minimalist, and electronic elements. The often explore scientific, sci-fi, and historical themes.

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