Name: Carpenter's Son
Duration: P00H04M33S
Description: Written in April 2019, it is the first time I've directly written about myself. Coincidentally, when Van was born I was also doing carpentry at the time.

Carpenter's Son

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Written in April 2019, it is the first time I've directly written about myself. Coincidentally, when Van was born I was also doing carpentry at the time.

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I was born a carpenter's son
West Detroit is where I come from
Made my way to Tennessee
That's probably where they'll bury me

A Yankee mixed with Southern Charm
John Lennon tattooed on my arm
Got a blue balloon to carry me
And sons that shine so brilliantly

A Dreamer with my head up in the clouds
Keep my feet firm on this sacred ground
And I remember where I came from
I was born a carpenter's son

My Father's feet forged the way
And that's the path that I strive to take
Got an angel for a sister too
She shines as bright as diamonds do

Wanna leave this world more beautiful
Some might say I'm unusual
But I know I'm not the only one
Cause I was born a carpenter's son

A Dreamer with my head up in the clouds
Keep my feet firm on this sacred ground
And I remember where I came from
I was born a carpenter's son

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from Carpenter's Son, released February 22, 2022
Otis Van Oyer - Vocals
Ryan Oyer - Guitars, Bass Guitar, Tambourine, Shaker, Footstomps & Handclaps, Hammer, & Vocals
Tom Oyer - Hammer & Craftsman 10" Miter Saw

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Ryan Oyer Chattanooga, Tennessee

Singer/songwriter Ryan Oyer was raised on the sounds of the 60's British Invasion and 90's Britpop. This prolific writer has released 6 albums and 4 EP's in just over a decade. Just last year he released "Rise & Shine” & It's his most honest album to date. ... more

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