That Brilliant Thing

by Julie Lamb Outfit

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You know that brilliant idea? The world saving, peace bringing perfect idea? The idea that came to you in the middle of the night that was SO AMAZING that you KNEW you'd never forget it? This is a song, a ditty if you will about that idea...This is a song, a ditty if you will about that idea... and the fact that you just can't remember it at all - not even a little bit.

Delivered in 3 part harmony with a whipping trombone and awesome stops... Here's a tune that will take you back to the 40's and have you bopping in your seamed stockings and Gatsby trousers!

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That thing, that brilliant thing, That slipped by,
And tickles the corner of my brain
The best idea ever slips on out
disappears with the slamming of a door.
Lock the windows, bar the doors, go back
to the start of the path in your day.

That thing, that brilliant thing, slipped from my mind, would have been the saving of mankind
the best idea that’s ever been had.
a whisper in the moment, a fashion fad
Inspiration for lasses and lads, an excellent path to the start of your day

No one else had thought of anything remotely like this thought.
Over it I’m certain that babies will be named and peace treaties wrought.
Such an inspiration, my brilliant claim to fame,
No doubt of destination, lights adorn my name

Oh my word the wonder of being the thinker of this thing
Because of it I’m certain that starvation ends and celebration sings
But where was my pen, where was my recording device
How did it end, please bring me back that slice
of memory

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released April 9, 2021

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Julie Lamb Outfit Wellington, New Zealand

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The Julie Lamb Outfit is an 8 piece Mischief Groove collaborative from Aotearoa. Impressive arrangements. Energising, personality filled music. Awesome harmonies. Groovy stories.

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