As the sea sweeps the Earth

from Cities of Enemies by Cities of Enemies

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From the ocean floor - with eyes like arms
we've held your hands - with loving heart
in roaming sight - we've seen your works
you've scaled the seas - you've seen her worst
though leagues may keep - me from your side
your faith like chain - holds your anchor right

Chorus:
So won't you stand on the edge of what you see
do you see
the extent to which I hold you from descent
oh the pain you must face - oh those treacherous waves
but through all of this I hope you know
I will never let you go

verse 2:
From the undermost from the darkest depth
there lies the stone - to which you attest
to which chains hold you - and your drifting ship
lay your trust in me - lay your head and rest
and know while you sleep - your rock vigilant
holds strong and sure - no matter how beset

Chorus

Outtro
As the sea sweeps the Earth - she's the state of my eyes
I have wept for the world - i have suffered her crimes
So don't fear in the waves - in my seeming delay
know my hearts greatest wish - is that all would be saved

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from Cities of Enemies, released January 14, 2011

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