True Story

I was overjoyed to say the least

Finally going to see 

      Our Lady Peace

My favorite band since 2001

A 2 hour drive but 

      I would have run

Arrived early and stood front row

Excitement really starting to grow

Cheered impatiently for 

      the opening band

It was a wait I almost couldn't stand

They were done and lights went out

The crowd began to 

      scream and shout

A hush fell when the 

      first notes were fed

The lights came on, 

      almost

           lost 

                my

                    head

Time flew and it was 

     over too fast

I couldn't believe it was 

     now in the past

Walked outside with a tear in my eye

Hugged the drummer 

     when the band walked by

Just as I thought it was 

     all said and done

I turned and smiled 

     as bright as the sun

Standing amidst a gathering throng

Stood Raine Maida, 

     who sings every song

Everyone else seemed to disappear

Along with them 

     went all of my fear

I didnt even bother to wait my turn

Walked right to him, 

     they could all burn

He turned and his smile 

     matched my own

I told him the band 

     was now well known

By every single person I see

Knew who they were because of me

He hugged me and gave me 

     a kiss on the cheek

Had to steady myself 

    as my knees grew weak

It was the greatest night of my life

That it was over 

    cut 

       like 

           a

              knife.