A dead man's wish

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Won't you grant a dead man's wish?
His life is over, yet his work is not done
His teeth are rotten, yet he's not finished chewing

Won't you grant a dead man's wish?
His eyes have been blinded by years in the burning sun
The scars on his face all tell stories of wonder

Won't you grant a dead man's wish?
His back has carried many burdens
Each wrinkle is deeper than the last

O, old man, when will you go home?
Home to your love, who's already left
Home to your dog, your very best friend

Won't you grant a dead man's wish?

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