Paul Kelly - Every Step Of The Way Lyrics

Paul Kelly Lyrics

"Every Step Of The Way"

Tonight I went out from the kitchen
And looked up at the stars from the yard
I was hoping to get some perspective
But sometimes perspective is hard

I know my life is a blessing
And all blessings come with a curse
My enemies I know I can handle
But friends now, well, they can be worse

Oh, I'm so sick and tired of keeping it inside
I'm so sick and tired today
I remember the old ones' hard travelling
They're with me every step of the way

Thousands smile when I go through my paces
They fall at my dancing feet
They like to slap my back in high places
They want to shake my hand on the street

Oh, I love my beautiful children
They clamber and climb all over me
I close my eyes and I'm dreaming
Of a world where they can just be

I'm so sick and tired of keeping it all inside
I'm so sick and tired today
I remember the old ones' hard travelling
They're with me every step of the way
The old ones are walking beside me
Each and every step of the way

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Paul Kelly wrote "Every Step Of The Way" being inspired by footballer Eddie Betts who endured racism in his life. Kelly explained, "Eddie Betts has brought joy to me and so many others with the amazing feats he's performed on the field for 17 years. But he's shown even more class and courage off the field in talking about the deep hurt of everyday racism. Eddie keeps educating."

Eddie Betts reacted to this song inspired by him, "I was so honoured when Paul reached out to me with a song that he had written from his heart. He has always empowered us mob with his music, and his authentic and heartfelt collaborations have always been enjoyed by myself and all my family for many years. I feel proud to have this song written for me by someone so respected here in Australia and someone who has always stood in solidarity with us mob – this song means a lot to me."

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"Every Step Of The Way" lyrics

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