I Can't Follow You There

You've been my best friend since - I don't even know when.
Together we've seen rainy days and sun.
People say they're seeing double when we start causing trouble.
Up until now I'd say that it was all in fun.

Chorus:
And you know I'd follow you anywhere -
from Zanzibar to Timbuktu.
But now you're asking me
to try these drugs with you.
And I can't follow you there, friend.
I just won't follow you there.

You're heading down a path that I don't want to travel.
I have a better life in view.
And I would hate to watch your future come unraveled.
But I'm not sure what I can do.

Chorus

More and more I see you with your so-called new friends,
heading for a life of crime and fear.
I guess the time has come now for me to say so long, friend.
When you decide to get it straight, you know I'll still be here.

Chorus
I'd follow you just about anywhere -
etc.

© 1995 by Monty Harper

About This Song

Monty wrote this song for "Project REACH - Solving Problems Without Drugs or Violence" in 1995. The project was broadcast on WNYE in New York.

Monty performs this song occasionally during school visits for Red Ribbon Week.

This song is not yet available on a recording.

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