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Gone

I stare out the window, point-blank, at the night sky,  What a perfect night! Stars twinkling, not a cloud in sight. Memories of my dear ones flood my mind and make me cry. It seems so inconceivable; they're no more, they're not returning after the night. What lies beyond the sky, beyond its endless horizon and galaxies, I wonder! Where do our dear ones go; after they're "no-more"? Of Heaven, of hell, of God himself, I ponder... Their departure leaves an empty space in our heart, right to the core. O spirit of my dear one, take my hand... Let's reminisce my childhood days; sail paper boats, throw pebbles in the lake. Thy fingers full of magic were no less than any wand; We'll visit the sea-shore and castles in the sand we shall make! Why did you leave us here all alone? Your deep blue eyes showed us hope in the darkest of times; O, why did you go? Wish you were here in flesh and bone The memories still linger; Oh! I miss you so... You're Gone may yo...

Where I Truly Belong

Take me back to where my heart truly belongs The place that holds memories fond Let me re-live those childhood days Strengthen the ties with my long lost friends, tighten the bond. Take me back to where my heart truly belongs The view around the city has changed but viewers remain the same It's people that maketh a place No matter what they call it - Mumbai or Bombay, what's in a name! Take me back to where my heart truly belongs I'm in love with the undying spirit of this city Childhood memories still afresh in my mind Not having spent teenage here was a pity! Take me back to where my heart truly belongs Now I'm all grown-up and I ponder upon what was and what lies ahead... Oh! Let me enjoy the sunset, let me forget all my worries Let me take a mid-night walk at the Queen's necklace; the uncertain future I dread! Take me back to where my heart truly belongs A place where life runs on the fast track and traffic moves real slow A place where the beggar makes as muc...