Turn the Radio Up

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lyrics

Control room shakes and the yokels wake
On a scale to ten you get a 4.4
Yeah we’re always on, turn the radio up
For Pat Boone knows the show must go on

The speakers speak and the clergy weep
Now pass the tray we got bills to pay
Hector boards the mariachi hordes
On days like this what can I say?

Fell asleep on the air
DJs don’t despair

I see you’re never there
You’re always twirling that curly hair

Girl of my dreams, the kind that makes me scream
Forgot one thing, she’s on the other team
Time like a gun, killing everyone
You’re just the spark to start my storm

Fell asleep at the wheel
Had a dream so surreal

I see you’re never there
You’re always twirling that curly hair
I see you’re never there, so run and never stop
It’s almost like you never cared, so turn the radio up

Fell asleep on the air
DJs don’t despair
Working nights with a slob
Gotta find another job

I see you’re never there
You’re always twirling that curly hair
I see you’re never there, so run and never stop
It’s almost like you never cared, so turn the radio up

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from Neon State, released April 6, 2010
Dave Montgomery: Vocals, Guitar, and Keyboard
Dan Wood: Drums
Grant Caldwell: Guitars
Kyle Kollmann: Lead Guitars
Ryan Graves: Bass

Written by Dave Montgomery
Produced by Ryan Graves with Neon State

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Neon State Olympia, Washington

Neon State has been making a name for themselves in the Northwest for their live shows and catchy songs. Their songs contain a rich blend of light-hearted lyrics, shredding guitar solos, and infectious hooks. Their album features songs that will have you moving and singing along. ... more

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