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about
A holiday retail overload lament, recorded one fine day in Bay City, MI.
It could not have been more fun.
lyrics
It's That Time Again (c) 2019
The season starts much earlier than I seem to remember
With Yuletide preparations now beginning in September
Decorations on the shelves, Santa Claus and little elves
Costco has it all... IF you’re a member
We go searching, for that perfect gift each year
But whether the economy is robust or austere
that's what determines whether your next Christmas sweater
Is made of polyester or cashmere
It’s that time again, when shoppers are obsessed
It’s that time again, when so many are so stressed
It’s that time again, that puts us to the test
Except for that, it’s the season I like best
Holiday promotions and commercials on TV
Aim to extract hard-earned bucks from folks like you and me
So, even when we have enough, we’ll go out and buy more stuff
And put it underneath our Christmas tree
It’s that time again, for Christmas cards to be addressed
It’s that time again, when seasons greetings are expressed
It’s that time again, for fruitcake no one can digest
Except for that, it’s the season I like best
Mailboxes overstuffed with catalogs and flyers
Selling everything on earth, from diamond rings to tires
And though we’ve purchased more than any person can require
The balance on our credit cards continues to climb higher
It’s that time again, when mall parking lots congest
It’s that time again, for a snowy winter fest
It’s that time again, for that ugly sweater vest
Except for that, it’s the season I like best
I would rather stay at home… with friends and family
Maybe watch a classic Christmas movie on TV
Forget about the shopping mall, watch the snowflakes as they fall
Yeah, that sounds pretty good to me
credits
released November 27, 2019
It's That Time Again (c) 2019
written by Mark Jewett
produced by Andy Reed, Mark Jewett and Amy Petty
recorded by Andy Reed at Reed Recording Co., Bay City, MI
mastered by Andy Reed
Michigan-born and raised on American Classic-, Roots- & West Coast Country-Rock, Folk and Brit-Pop, Mark's singer-
songrwriter creations reflect his musical DNA. From heartfelt to humorous, his songs come from a genuine place and are tastefully seasoned with all of his influences. His style is casual and comfortable, like a well-worn pair of jeans....more
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