The Joke - Catrien Maxwell (Original Song)

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Uploaded by on Feb 11, 2011

I wrote this song when I was feeling down and out about pursuing music. I've always been a person who feels most comfortable observing from the background, and when put in the spotlight I get very insecure! On this particular night I was doubting myself and if I could really do this. I'm happy to say that I've overcome these feelings. Of course it will be a challenge for me, but I'm ready and willing to face anything in order to live out my dream. There is nothing else I would rather do. Thank you all for your support, I love you so much!

Lyrics: (Capo 3)
Maybe I should be giving up on dreaming big G, Cadd9 x2
Settle down in an easy life Am
Working nine to five G, Cadd9

At least this is achievable
And I can hide behind a cubicle
Maybe this is the only thing I'm made for

I'll drag my feet home Em
To an apartment Am
Full of empty rooms C, D
I'll drag my heart around Em
On a rusty wire Am
This is something I could get used to C, D

Chorus
'Cause who am I, who am I kidding C, D
I'm not fooling anybody G, C
Who am I, who am I kidding C, D
All this time the joke's been on me G, C

Maybe I should be giving up on painting walls
Settle down for a shade of white
I'll never be that interesting of a sight

At least this is realistic
Hiding out is my existence
This is the only way I know how to live

I've got a taste for microwave dinners
I do like my TV shows
I'll spend all my nights like this all the time
Until it's all I know

Chorus

How could I ever be on TV Am
When I can't even drop my wallet C, Am
Without getting embarrassed about it C, D


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Uploader Comments (catrienmaxwell)

  • don't give up ever<3 your music is amazing and i can't wait until every one else out there can hear it on the radio and enjoy it! i also can't wait to brag that i knew about you before you became a national sensation hahaa =] you're gonna really do incredible things with your life

  • @runforit0803 Aww!! Hahahah thank you. :)

  • could you please give me the chords? :)

    would love to make a vid response! ♥

  • @LittleThingx3 Yes, I will put them in the description box. :-)

  • don't be fearful of the spotlight! you deserve it!

  • @JohnRCMusic Aww thank you!

Top Comments

  • oh catrein please don't give up you're amazing

    actually i think that when you get your first concert you should give tickets to your first 2000 subs...

    or only me your choice :)

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  • don't you ever give up! you are amazing and you are meant for singing!

  • The fact that you made a song about this and your doubt on whether you should pursue music is just another assurance that you should! You're a musician, and it shows! You're incredibly talented. I've been viewing your videos for years now and you've really come out of your shell and bloomed. You've developed a strong voice that has enormous influence on others. You're relatable, honest and beautiful inside and out. Defeating insecurities is hard, but I know you can do it!

  • @runforit0803 what do you mean national she will be world wide like im in ireland and i think shes awesome :) she will go far

  • weren't you on iTunes one time?

    i can't find you anymore. i would sooo buy it! ^_^

  • @runforit0803 PLEASE MAKE A COVER OF IDIOTEQUE (RADIOHEAD) PLEASE MAKE A COVER OF IDIOTEQUE OF RADIOHEAD PLEASE MAKE A COVER OF IDIOTEQUE OF RADIOHEADPLEASE MAKE A COVER OF IDIOTEQUE (RADIOHEADPLEASE MAKE A COVER OF IDIOTEQUE (RADIOHEAD)

  • Another great song and video. Thumbs up =]

  • please dont give up ♥

  • beautiful n talented what more can u ask.

  • I swear, i feel your pain. Never give up.Im not half as good as you are :) love your music!! x

  • the best melody you composed. the best.

    kisses from Brasil

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