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Greyhounds

by Peter Mayer

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Here's a song about an important discovery made by the dogs at the racetrack.

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GREYHOUNDS

All of the greyhounds that were hanging around at the track
Had a meeting that their leader had called in the back
It was just for dogs so they waited till the humans were gone

And then with a nod and a tap of his paw on the floor
Did the leader, named Skeeter, call the meeting to order
With a serious look around from dog to dog

He said I’m afraid I do not have good news
And the rumors you’ve been probably hearing are true
Then he took a deep breath and he said
I am here to tell you

CHORUS:
It’s not a real rabbit
They’ve been making us chase
It’s no kind of prize, it’s not even alive
It’s only a fake
So we have been running and running
Around in a meaningless race
But I’m here to say that I quit today
The rabbit is fake

That was the day when, for greyhounds, everything changed
They became disillusioned and some moved away
Some went on retreat to ask what life means

Some tried meditation or took medication
To try and revive that old motivation
To feel that old feeling of purpose and reason to be

But some said that rabbit is still worth the chase
And they tried to believe it was real anyway
And they covered their ears with their paws
When the other dogs would say

CHORUS:

And so if the greyhounds move a little too slow
When you go to the races, you will know that they know
And they just might be singing this song to themselves as they go

CHORUS:

credits

released January 18, 2024
Lyrics and music by Peter Mayer.
All parts (guitar, bass, vocals) performed, recorded, and mixed by Peter Mayer.
Mastered by Randy Gildersleeve at Gildersound in Forest Lake, MN.
Artwork and photography by Peter Mayer.

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Peter Mayer Stillwater, Minnesota

Minnesota's Peter Mayer has been singing and songwriting full-time for 25 years, performing in venues across the United States and beyond. He writes songs about science, nature, and spirituality. His work has been included in song books, church hymnals, and folk radio playlists across the country. Peter has eleven albums to his credit. He lives in Stillwater, Minnesota. ... more

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