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I Am Alicia

by Alicia Walter

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1.
Prelude 03:55 video
Lookin' around I found myself Finding myself unfound And so I turned right to myself Sayin' "Hey, why don't you find your way out?" The one thing you mustn't Know is to know you knew it all So go on lookin' for it But just know you've had it all along [CHORUS] I thought I knew I thought I was in the know But you can't know, I think, until you forget it All that you do is also all that you don't You won't hold a thing unless you just let it go Say, did you see you're everywhere - You're just not here at all? We'd play hide and seek, but it might be a cheat If you're no different from the wall! To play the game is that to seek is to be found Sometimes lookin' in is just the same as lookin' out There is a place I like to go, I go there all the time Maybe I could take you there if you'd pay me no mind Oh, what a dream, this thing I'm seein'! Spin the wheel, make it go round and round and round I go around and round and round And just like everything, when I go up I'm comin' down And gettin' in is gettin' out Let's go again, I go around, round and round and… [CHORUS] I think I knew, I think I've known it this whole time But maybe, you know, it's somethin' I guessed at It's one in the same though, if you are so inclined You won't hold a thing unless you just let it.... go!
2.
House of Yes 04:22
I dance right here in the middle Between the DJ and the door in the center of the floor Hey, can you see me? Do I make it look easy? I dance right here in the middle Right here in the light, between you and I I do it my way Do you like what I'm sayin’? And no, I won't come home Baby, where would I go? Let's stay all night, ’til we feel alright What do you say? "YES" Then here we go! Let's dance right here in the middle Between the ceiling and the floor, can’t feel either/or Shake off that gravity Let's dance, give in just a little Which is yours, which is mine, is it just a trick of eye Or do we make like twin flames? And no we won't come home Baby, where would we go Once you know, you're never goin' back I can't believe I've been running from this I can't believe I can wax infinite When I close my eyes, I come into sight I can't believe you mistook for the moon The finger I used to point it out to you Now your waning sight let's you see the light [BREAKDOWN] Shimmy to the left and shake it to the right Turn it right around and jump three times Boogie oogie oogie to this infinite beat Doc says you don't even need your feet! Clap your hands and lose your mind Turns out you were just on time to Give it all you've got to the Y-O-U yep, that's you trot! Pull yourself close, go on, lean in, Whisper "What's your name again?" Move in for the kiss and then she says "Wait, I was just about to ask you the same question - I mean, who are YOU? What is all this?" Let's dance! Between the DJ and the door in the center of the floor Let's make it look easy Let's dance! Come on, just a little Move into the light, move until you're right Do it your way! If you wanna, I can take ya to a place where you already are! Where the disco spins in retro, and all they say is "yes, yes, yes, yes, yes" Did you think that this song would be over by now? It already is! If you wanna, I can take ya to a place where Once you go, you won't come home Now you know, you're never going back!
3.
Who Am I 04:54
Who am I? What is me? Am I the 'ba-boom' my heart likes to beat? Am I the goo goo that you make me feel? I must be somethin' or what - is that just what I think? Who am I? Do you really wanna know? You tell me! Am I the achoo I don't mean to make? Am I the boo hoo I cry with heartache? I think I'm certain I must be assertedly me But what if when I'm talkin' I can't be sure I speak my mind What if I could chalk it up to somethin' less defined Could it be the query is simply not the one to ask? Maybe there's another way completely than assuming I am…? When I'm walkin', are we sure it's me that walks the line? Let me ask you somethin': Why do I need to call me "mine"? Once upon a time, love, your thoughts were just like my own At least I thought they were mine, like you, but what did I know I built myself up 'til through and through I knew just who I was Don't you see I'm like you - don't you see that I tried? 'Til I saw there's no "I"? Lost myself, found my mind, when I told me goodbye Take a look around love, and see whatever you want Paint that face up, put on those shoes, give 'em all you got And if at the end of the day, you wanna kick 'em off Give yourself the okay, you're just along for the ride Ain't that so simplified? There's no you, there's just time Ain't no wrong, you're all right Who am I? Can you see? I can feel on the out, I can feel on the in I can see, I can shout, I can think real big I can move myself around but when you cut to the quick, that's not me! Guess I'm settin' free this whole identity Now I'm gettin', there's no such thing as you or me
4.
Did you wanna be a doctor? Well, here’s your stethoscope Did you wanna be a firefighter? Fightin’ fires and smoke Did you wanna be a surgeon? Go on and cut me up Did you wanna be a rock star? Well, here’s your microphone You know that you can do whatever you like Cause babe, this ain’t that long of a ride Don’t you know gotta Suit, suit, suit, baby, suit yourself Ya gotta Suit, suit, suit, baby, suit yourself Did you wanna be a taxman? Well, stay away from me Did you wanna be a jazz cat? See you on Cornelia Street Did you wanna be nothin’, no nothin’ nobody at all? Did you wanna be exceptional? Baby, you already are Did you wanna be sexy? Ooh, it don’t take much Did you wanna call me baby? Cause I could fall in love with you Did you wanna be a guru? You better find yourself Did you wanna be the president? Cause we could use the help Don’t you gotta do whatever you like Cause babe, this ain’t that long of a ride Don’t you know gotta do it ain’t no wrong or right They’re always sayin’ that we just got tonight Are you lyin' there in bed, dreamin' dreams up in your head? I'm tellin' you, don't second guess - go make a mess! You really shouldn't try to fight it - take the plunge there's nothing like it! Tomorrow is no guarantee, so go on, love, set yourself free!
5.
Was it just a little too on the nose when you found you out, as the story goes Did you think you could get away with a little less tongue in cheek? Didn’t you know life would find a way to greet you with a nod and a wink Was it just a little too spic’ and span when you found out just that that’s the way that you am Did you think you had to stay at home and cry instead of laugh? Didn’t you know life would fill your cup all the way up, or at least half? Was it just a little too par for the course when you finally saw all that you are and then some more? Did you think life would take you out when you’re on your last stand? Didn’t you know, darlin’, course you did - you’ve even got the moxie for that Was it just a little bit wrapped nice when you finally got served the sugar instead of spice? Did you think you had to fall apart in order to keep your cool? Didn’t you know that this life’s too short to spend it thinkin’ that you should lose? Did it fall a little too into place when you turned to yourself and said, right to your face: “Hey, were you waitin’ for me to take you somewhere?” Didn’t you know, course you did, that you’re the one who’ll get you there Was it like the inside a fortune a cookie when you, you got that, you’re who gets to set yourself free Did you think you had to find the one to say “OPEN SESAME!” Didn’t you know, darlin’, course you did You’re the one who’s holding the key
6.
It’s not you! It was me holding me back Who woulda guessed that them’s the facts? But baby it’s true! So I came to see you In the middle of the night Ooh, and I gave you such a fright What a thing to do I couldn’t wait to tell ya, I’m sorry! I don’t know what’s been goin’ on But I know that I’ve been gone, and for a long time, too And I been takin’ it out on you Baby! Believe me when I say I’ll love ya until your dyin’ day I’m gonna prove it to you Yeah, cause now I know that it was [CHORUS] NA-NA-NA-NA-NA not you, couldn’t see before NA-NA-NA-NA-NA NA now I’m standin’ at your doorstep NA-NA-NA knockin’ NA-NA-NA nice to see you, come on baby NA-NA-NA-NA now that I’m yours It’s not you Who left me high and dry, yeah, that was me, myself, and I What cha think about that? Cause I been spendin’ these lonely nights Wonderin’ how you done me wrong Saw it’d been me all along Hit me just like a slap in the face, I tell ya Believe you me! Never thought this is what I’d say But time’s changed me, and hey, I bet it’s changed you too And I can’t wait to meet you Baby! Would you wanna hang out tonight? Waste some time with me a right a memory or two? I been runnin’ in the wrong way I left you standin’ in the worst way, dear Director, can I change the screenplay? I got an idea, let’s say This time I’m gonna stay here, yeah, This time I’m here to stay!
7.
I Feel You 03:49
Jump up high Get down low Move in fast Then take it slow Come on, baby Do what you know Come on, baby Make me go Feelin’ time pass me by Been lookin’ for somethin’ right I thought I would change my mind, But babe, I’m into you It’s all you Lookin’ for someone, Asking everyone what I can do about you Hey, have you seen her? She’s got a demeanor that’ll woo I’m a fool Now I know I need (Lookin’ for somethin’ right) (Thought I could take my time) What feels good to me (Lookin’ like somethin’ right) (Can’t get you off my mind) [CHORUS] I feel you When you walked in here tonight I knew I couldn’t let you out my sight Suddenly I’m so inclined to get next to you Who knew Now I’m lookin’ for nothin’ Ever since I’m lookin’ right at you, my true blue If I seem sure, it’s cause it sure seems you’re sure too, aren't you?
8.
Chitter chatter tickie talkie talk talk talk Pitter patter slippy sloppy thoughts thoughts thoughts Bizzy buzzy buddy have you heard heard heard Oh, you say I haven’t said a word? When I wake up in the morning Before I’m up outta bed I am greeted without warning By what I’ve left unsaid (last night) When I go to brush my teeth I find my mouth open wide It’s as if I’ve just been speaking But it’s only me in sight I’m tryna sort through all this muck, muck, muck But my brain keeps gettin’ st-st-st-st-st-stuck [CHORUS] I’m just talkin’ to myself Don’t need anybody else I can entertain for days And never hear any complaints Do you think it such a crime That I like to speak my mind? But I’m the only one who hears Am I making myself clear? Call me on the tele make me ring, ring, ring Phone a friend and maybe I’ll go ding, ding, ding If the line is busy-izzy buzz, buzz, buzz Hold the line, I’m comin’ for you, love When I’m walking through the city And people pass me by I don’t ever greet them I just wave my reflection, “Hi!” When I go to catch the train And we are shoulder to shoulder I like to sing me a song Til somebody says, “Move over!” When it’s late at night I’m not feelin’ alright You know I just might, call you up, right? When we’re talkin’ on the phone, I feel less alone Reachin’ for a dial tone Just don’t put me on hold I know I filled your inbox And you could set alarm clocks By all the times our wires crossed I guess I’m just a chatterbox, well You say you love me But mine’s the first name in your book (in your contacts) You know my lines are never down, baby, but You’re ringin’ me off the hook (that goes) [CHORUS] I’m just a talkin’ to myself I think it keeps me in good health When I let the chit chat fly It really clears my mind Now if you try to call me up Even just to say “Sup?” And on my end you don’t hear a peep Then leave a message at the beep
9.
A Toast 04:30
Here’s to you You’re my cup of morning brew You’re the kat unto my kit But I sure hope that we never split Cause you’re the shit Like Hammer said, you’re too legit to quit My number one, you are my ace You’re a trip to outer space You’re a whole lotta fresh burrata Te quiero mas que a nada Just when I’m feelin’ stressed You’re an L train run express You’re a hot pastrami from Katz’s I’ll have whatever she has If I’m right, you’re Joplin’s left Keep me in stride, baby, you're the best If I’m “Help,” you’re “Sgt. Pepper” And say I’m time, well you’re forever I don’t know how else I can tell ya I wouldn’t be me without ya If I’m a one bed, you’re stabilized rent Call me Lucy, you’re my Ethel Not sure what I like most about ya Just know I wanna be around ya Hats off to you You’re no alarm clock, you’re the snooze Live from New York, you’re Saturday night You’re gettin’ me into the show tonight You’re outta sight Amelia’s trans-Atlantic flight Kahlo’s eyebrow, Yoko’s scream O’keefe’s flowers, A Love Supreme You’re straight up Michelle Obama A Sunday brunch spent in pajamas Just when I think I’ve got the gist There you are, a Hitchcock twist A bichon frise that’s best in show A brain freeze from a licuado A taxi when I’m running late to a shockingly good blind date If I’m a loaf of bread, then you’re a serrated knife I’m walkin’ into walls, but you’re the night light Baby, you’re my disco ball I don’t know how to say it all If I’m bed sheets, you’re 1200 thread count And when I’m nervous, you never have a doubt Breaking news, this just in We’re the best pair since identical twins Times will fly, and baby times will crawl Time is up in no time at all I just wanna spend the whole time With you, you better half of mine You’re the one I wanna think big thoughts with You’re the one I wanna get caught with Here’s a promise, here’s a toast I might not be the best at sayin’ it But you’re the one I wanna be with most This one’s for you You are my tried and true You’re old school, you’re analog You’re how Liza sang “New York, New York” You’re a dork A slumber party makin’ forts You’re apricot, you’re figs, you’re dates Yeah, you are the Empire state You’re a 3AM chimichanga You’re at the front, leading the conga Just when I’m out of time You’re a mile stretch of green lights You’re air conditioning New slang, the next big thing When I say I’m callin’ home You’re on the end of that dial tone If I’m this song, then you’re the melody When I’m sick, baby, you’re the remedy I’m not tryna be so clever, I’m just sayin’ we go together And if you haven’t gotten the message yet Maybe I just haven’t said it yet Forget this song, and all the rhymes too, I’m just tryna say “I LOVE YOU!”
10.
I Am 03:56
I am everything I am God Did you think that you were not? I am perfect I’m a mess I’m so much more, or was it less? I always wanted to be somebody Didn’t know it was me I’ve been runnin’ for such a long time Now I see I’m right in front of me I am me Unequivocally Who else would it be? And hey, it’s so nice to meet ya I’m so clear cut I don’t make sense I am the most infrequent gene sequence I am distracted I’ve got a plan There it goes And here I am I am out of time I am just in time I am losin’ my mind I ain’t afraid to die I am sayin’ things A way I’ve never said I am seeing things The way they’ve always been I am me Whaddaya think? Hey, can you see Past the nod and the wink? Remember, whatever they tell you to fear Is exactly the best part about you And you know what I mean Remember, it’s all up to you What you do with this life And I’m pretty sure there’s no warranty Remember that you could have a daughter That you could be a mother That you could love another human being Remember that you are a woman I am a woman and I’m tellin’ her, I’m letting go I’m tellin’ you, I’m letting go I am free You are free And it’s so nice to meet you I am

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The Debut LP from Alicia Walter.
Releases September 17, 2021 on Sooper Records.
Items ship on or about September 17, 2021.

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released September 17, 2021

Written and Arranged by Alicia Walter
Produced by Devin Greenwood & Alicia Walter
Mixed by Devin Greenwood at The Honey Jar in Brooklyn, NY
Mastered by Heba Kadry, NYC

Recorded by Devin Greenwood at The Honey Jar in Brooklyn, NY and Alicia Walter at Sonder House in Saugerties, NY and various locations in New York City

Art Direction by Alicia Walter
Cover Photography by Ebru Yildiz
Hair by Emmi Grooney
Makeup by Nana Hiramatsu
Design by Mat Seibert

Alicia Walter: Vocals, Piano, Synthesizers, Keyboards, Drum Programming, Synthesizer Bass, Drums, Celesta, Tack Piano, Acoustic Guitar, Optigan, Marimba, Bells, Percussion

Devin Greenwood: Hammond Organ, Electric Bass, Drums, Synthesizers, Keyboards, Electric Guitar, Drum Programming, Percussion

Amanda Bailey: Viola on 6
Nora Barton: Cello on 6
Tyler Burchfield: Bari Sax, Tenor Sax on 4
Joe Exley: Tuba on 2
Myra Hinrichs: Violin on 6
Lucy Hollier: Trombone on 2
Katie Klocke: Violin on 6
Chris Krasnow: Drums on 6
Eva Lawitts: Upright Bass on 3
Dennis Lichtman: Clarinet on 9
Nicole Glover: Tenor Sax on 3
Chloe Rowlands: Trumpet on 3
Kai Sandoval: Trumpet on 2
Leonardo Sandoval: Tap Dancing on 9
Tobias Schmid: Drums on 3
Alison Shearer: Alto Sax on 3
Kristina Teuschler: Clarinet on 1

Eli Crews: Live Engineering on 3 at Figure 8 Recording in Brooklyn, NY
Chris Krasnow & Eva Lawitts: Drums Engineering on 6 at Wonderpark Studios in Brooklyn, NY
Michael Macdonald: Strings Engineering on 6 at Shirk Studios in Chicago, IL

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