"I Wait" by Gaelynn Lea performed at Lemon Lounge in Austin, TX

Here's a solo arrangement of my oroginal song, "I Wait", from my performance at Lemon Lounge in Austin, Texas... This song is about taking the Disability Rights movement seriously, and the struggle of existing in an imperfect society without letting it destroy your joy, dignity, or thirst for justice. A full band version of this track is on my new album, "Learning How to Stay". You can order the album here: https://www. violinscratches.com/album Full tour schedule and ticket links: https://www.violinscratches.com/shows Thanks for your support! "I WAIT" by Gaelynn Lea Can you see me Way in the back here? I've been waiting I've been waiting in line. It's been a long time Can't get no service Still I'm hoping I am hoping for a sign That one day things will change And we can finally take our place That history won't forget us Or try to minimize our pain And so I wait And so I wait Did you know that When I get angry I breathe fire I could burn this place down? You may not realize All of the small ways I am not welcome But just take a look around Still everybody knows That you need a place to go And livin' isn't easy If you incinerate your home And so I stay And so I stay I may seem angry So please forgive me But I am still not free In this society How long must we keep fighting For our right to be living? Wrongs overdue for righting We're a bit too forgiving So when you hear them Make claims of progress Take a good look And see who isn't there We need a seat now At the table So please invite us Or don't pretend to care.