Open the Gates Lyrics

I've been away longer than before

Scared I don't drop my 'R's anymore

Cause I want to be understood where I am

Though my visa states I am an alien

I miss my old friends

I miss my mum and dad

But here's to my sister who carries a child

I'll meet him one day… when they open the gates

Everyone's finding a new way of life

Weddings rescheduled time after time

I've not seen a mouth move for nine months or more

But I still understand you that's what eyes are for

I miss my old friends

I miss my mum and dad

And here's to my sister who carries a child

I'll meet him one day… when they open the gates

I don't think I've changed as much as they say

The neighbour grabs my hair and says I love all the greys

Is it passive aggressive or is it just me?

I've been putting off the pills and talk therapy

I miss my old friends

I miss my mom and dad

But here's to my sister who carries a child

I'll meet him one day… when they open the gates