City And Colour - Two Coins Lyrics






Northwest is where I'm heading
Underneath the golden sky
I'm searching for a wisdom
That every man seeks to find
I've got wicked thoughts a brewin'
Many evil deeds I've done
I'm looking for a reason
For a reason not to run

I've always been dark
With light somewhere in the distance
I've always been dark
With light somewhere in the distance

I've got no destination
No place to call my own
I'll explore the constellations
'Til I find the course I mean to hold
But come fever or come famine
Come the biting winter cold
Just put two coins upon my eyelids
So I can pay the boatman's toll

I've always been dark
With light somewhere in the distance
I've always been dark
With light somewhere in the distance

I've been so unforgiving
Stranded in old traditions

I've always been dark
With light somewhere in the distance
I've always been dark
With light somewhere in the distance





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  1. E.... P....

    Imma cry now

  2. D.... B....

    Sick of theese fuckin ads

  3. i.... ....

    Is this a song from a full set? If so then...
    Please link.

  4. F.... O....

    God, The Holy Righteous Judge (the one and only) determines where you go.

  5. H.... H....

    Funeral Song! Brilliant!

  6. E.... T....

    I can't think of another soul that can capture a feeling quite like Dallas can. Moved to the core. 💗

  7. B.... H....

    5:24
    Awesome song. What a calm feeli- - AAAAAAAAAAAAH!!!!!!!

  8. j.... ....

    Dallas Green's sound reminds me of a cold morning staring out to anything with a cup of coffee

  9. J.... V....

    what a smooth voice, 👏

  10. x.... ....

    "... course I mean to hold" great tune from great Canadian talent

  11. W.... R....

    This man speaks my story

  12. A.... D....

    Absolutely beautiful. No words. Can describe tgis masterpiece of living poetry. Dallas Green and City of Colour..... My hat is off too you.

    Northwest is where I'm headed

  13. B.... H....

    “I’ve always been dark, with light somewhere. In, the distance.....” nice 👍🏽

  14. M.... D....

    Northwest is where I'm headed,
    Underneath the golden sky
    I'm searching for a wisdom
    That every man seeks to find
    I've got wicked thoughts a brewin'
    Many even deeds I've done
    I'm looking for a reason
    For a reason not to run
    I've always been dark
    With light somewhere in the distance
    I've got no destination
    No place to call my own
    I'll explore the constellations
    Till I find the course I mean to hone
    But come fever or come famine
    Come the biting winter cold
    Just put two coins upon my eyelids
    So I can pay the poor man's toll
    I've always been dark
    With light somewhere in the distance
    I've been so unforgiving
    Stranded in old traditions
    I've always been dark
    With light somewhere in the distance

  15. M.... D....

    Thank you Dallas! You`re music escorted my heart since i`m a teenager!


    I've always been dark
    With light somewhere in the distance

  16. R.... T....

    Always been a Dallas Green fan, but heard this song for the first time today. I've been thinking lately everything I've ever been taught is a lie, but then this song pops up. What inspires me about his songs are that he's trying to be the best version of himself.

  17. A.... D....

    This is amazing.

  18. S.... k....

    Frank Castle

  19. I.... F....

    Dude..you got such a beautiful voice!!

  20. C.... M....

    154 people couldn't pay boatmans toll

  21. H.... H....

    I pray he goes on tour again before I die.

  22. M.... R....

    There's about 149 people who didn't appreciate musicianship...no light in the distance, just darkness.

  23. J.... V....

    God, When Will You Be Touring The U.S Please I'm Waiting

  24. J.... L....

    It only just occurred to me that his name being Dallas green is a city and colour...mind blown

    J.... L....

    You just blew my mind with that! I read your comment and .............................. FUCK!!!!! <<<<<<<<<< Another mind blown!

  25. k.... p....

    dope song looks just like a baby Eric Clapton in the face haha all jokes to the side bad mf period

  26. D.... R....

    What's the guitar he's using?

  27. D.... C....

    I always come back to this version of this song

  28. T.... C....

    Beautiful. Just beautiful.

  29. R.... D....

    This man stays noodlin those chords.

  30. T.... A....

    Please correct the lyrics. It's evil, not even. Think about what you write.

  31. a.... C....

    Amazing voice

  32. M.... B....

    His voice doesn't need one bit of editing in the studio. It sounds perfect on his records, it sounds perfect live. Can't get much more real than that.

  33. V.... B....

    Wow. I just came from metal (Novelists - You should check them out) to this. Color me blown away.

  34. C.... W....

    He’s absolutely amazing ❤️ he’ll always be one of my favourites🎶

  35. S.... ....

    weird al should parody this and call it two chins

  36. r.... t....

    fuck is up with that loud ass intro

    i love this song tho gives me the feels as it should

  37. R.... M....

    Supremely talented Canada does it again

  38. M.... M....

    Collin Cleary your right on the money...amazing!

  39. R.... S....

    Great song!! Would have even better with the coarseness and heavy undertone of alexisonfire!!

  40. R.... Q....

    Who are the 128 tone dead assholes who disliked this? SERIOUSLY

  41. T.... W....

    I thought it was going to be this guy covering Dispatch. Not disappointed though.

  42. E.... V....

    Everyone needs to stop the stupid bs. This guy is great. Say it! That's it!. He's got talent. We like the guy. Tame it down!.

  43. L.... ....

    Someone long ago who systematically destroyed me was the one who showed me Dallas Green, and for that I truly can never repay them, because Dallas' music has seen me through my darkest nights and brought me closer to myself. Much love and respect.

    L.... ....

    Legit same bro the guy who showed me city and colour ruined my life as much as he could and the only gift he ever gave me was the knowledge of city and colour.

  44. R.... D....

    Such a sweet sounding meaningful song. Thanks for sharing your soul

  45. K.... T....

    thath intro is so anoyng....

  46. T.... C....

    He's incredible, just one thing though...In the lyrics it's "so I can pay the boat man's toll" not "poor man's toll". It's a reference to coins being laid upon a dead man's eyelids and the river styx, the boatman carries you to the underworld.

  47. h.... ....

    Damn i was hoping this was a dispatch cover!

  48. H.... ....

    just me and my brother Dallas, playing guitar on a tuesday evening.

  49. J.... S....

    Such an amazing performance. The chord progression follows those lyrics so damn well. Well done brother.

  50. A.... ....

    This is a great Four Minute song!

  51. J.... A....

    Think some of the best has been from like a version, or like that, nutshell, wow,'

  52. P.... M....

    ive always been dark, with light somewhere, off in the distance

  53. V.... t....

    Saw him when he was with Alexisonfire

  54. S.... ....

    Saw this song live, instantly my favorite song by Dallas.

  55. A.... H....

    HE is unparalleled. Beautiful

  56. C.... B....

    💜💜💜

  57. E.... ....

    I'd love to see dallas collaborate with norah Jones.

  58. D.... S....

    WHAT HAT IS THIS

  59. J.... G....

    Beautiful

  60. J.... M....

    city and color is my favorite! my total inspiration for my guitar playing!

  61. A.... Z....

    Dallas's tats are on point. Anyone know if he's ever talked about them before in an interview or something?

  62. m.... m....

    mmm Dallas and his voice of pure gold

  63. A.... C....

    Thanks for your voice, my vibrations are balanced !! <3

  64. S.... R....

    ❤️❤️🎶🎶

  65. J.... P....

    Dude needs a girlfriend. Always crying about how tough life is and how he needs love. I heard this song and others he sings at backyard parties by 17 year old guitarist singers loool

    J.... P....

    Not surprising that you're the kind of person to party with 17 year olds.

    J.... P....

    He's been married for a long time. Isn't THAT explanation enough?

  66. R.... W....

    Is this a. Original song or cover ?

    R.... W....

    River Wilde . It's an original he wrote.

  67. C.... E....

    I love this song!!

  68. C.... s....

    it's like your voice is belt deep within my being

  69. J.... H....

    Dallas is an incredible talent.

  70. I.... C....

    dude, the song is ruined with the ending and the beginning. your stupid triple M shit. you can do better.

  71. A.... B....

    I'm looking for a reason ... for a reason not to run

  72. T.... P....

    I can't stop listening to this song

  73. T.... C....

    Why doesn't this have more views!!! So much better then the studio version!

    T.... C....

    a lot of people know who he is its just the fact that he doesn't seek the wrong attention but only speaks his mind and that's basically his goal not fame

  74. D.... J....

    Dallas is amazing! And that guitar is so fucking beautiful, the things I would do to get my hands on one:'(

  75. C.... C....

    Dude your voice speaks to my soul. Thank you for that brother.

  76. 4.... ....

    I've always been dark with light somewhere in the distance. We are all seeking to find the light. it's there. I hope you find it........love your vibe.

  77. J.... R....

    anyone know what kind of guitar that is?

    J.... R....

    It's a custom Martin

    J.... R....

    It's a Martin 12-fret Custom Dreadnought, but with a smaller body than a real dreadnought in Orange Sunburst with a floral inlay and a slotted headstock
    It has Brazilian rosewood on the sides and back, and a spruce top.

  78. B.... I....

    Dallas Green = Fucking Legend!!! (Canadian legend at that)

  79. C.... H....

    i've always been dark with light somewhere in the distance <3

  80. �.... �....

    I love him more than everyone else!

  81. x.... ....

    I cannot believe he is bigger than he is. He sounds so great recorded and a thousand times better live

    x.... ....

    He has intentionally not sold out to big labels. ive heard him speak on it. he could of had worldwide mega fame if he wanted a long time ago....hes a true musician

  82. A.... S....

    to all those people who hit the dislike button, you're obviously deaf

    A.... S....

    or blind :p

    A.... S....

    I'm partially deaf. I hit repeat, not dislike.

    A.... S....

    ur bouta be deaf with all the cumm amma shoot into ur ear hole.

    A.... S....

    They disliked it cause they’re communist!

  83. c.... d....

    Saw him/them perform last night. Great concert! Perfection!!

  84. D.... C....

    GORGEOUS SONG.

    "Now my advice for those who die
    Declare the pennies on your eyes"
    George Harrison

  85. J.... A....

    please team up with chet faker..

  86. J.... O....

    This man is legendary, I'm weak when it comes to his music.. So perfectly amazing..

  87. D.... k....

    He's got so much raw talent. I've seen him 4 times live and every song literally sounds like his album's. No auto tune, no fancy producing/mixing, just a man with a voice and his guitar. The way music SHOULD be.

    D.... k....

    I wish he would perform somewhere close to me, heck I'd even travel a state over to see him

    D.... k....

    Dylan k so true bro! Dallas Green is one of the all time greats. I hope my skill will even be half of his

    D.... k....

    Just seen him and your right about that!! Sounds so good live!

    D.... k....

    I Read only trues .

    D.... k....

    Dylan k Amen bro! Dudes got some serious talent. Unfortunately in our world it's the fake bubbly mofos that get big famous! Need more raw un scripted artists like him!

  88. s.... g....

    I love City and Colour albums with the full band but there's something about this dude solo with his guitar that just speaks to me.

    s.... g....

    He is the band...the other people just come and go.

  89. c.... ....

    Godddddd, I love this man.

  90. S.... B....

    beautiful song! check out our cover :-)

  91. J.... G....

    I've always been fan. new age eric clapton

    J.... G....

    Right on the money bro. Im mad that i didnt say it first lol

    J.... G....

    +Joseph Galindo no new age eric clapton is John Mayer! MR. Green is definately a new age neil young or perhaps even Steven Stills.

    J.... G....

    He's an only one...Dallas Green. He doesn't remind me of anyone. He's uncomparable.

    J.... G....

    One of the videos he covers 'love don't live here anymore he looks so similar to the Clap

  92. J.... R....

    should pair up with j mascis

  93. M.... K....

    my second favourite song ever!!! after Day Old hate of course - Ive been waiting for a song like this for such a long time .... perfection

    M.... K....

    +M & C TV Ommgg!! Me and you have the favourite two songs :D!
    Day Old Hate is my all time number one, and Two Coins is my second! That's awesome !

  94. S.... S....

    Reminds me a little of Neil Young 

  95. T.... ....

    his voice gives me chills

  96. J.... H....

    It's boatman's toll, not poor man's toll. Just for the record and all that jazz ...... Peace

    J.... H....

    @Jack Harvey Exactly. As in crossing the river Styx (into the land of the dead....it's a mythological reference, you put a coin on each eyelid of the diseased person, this is to pay the 'ferryman' who carries dead souls over the waters of the 'river'  to the land of death). It's a grim sobering lyric.

    J.... H....

    @*****
    In Greek mythology, Charon or Kharon (/ˈkɛərɒn/ or /ˈkɛərən/; Greek Χάρων) is the ferryman of Hades who carries souls of the newly deceased across the rivers Styx and Acheron that divided the world of the living from the world of the dead.

    J.... H....

    2:50 he clearly says boatman's toll

    J.... H....

    I think it's bone man's toll.

    J.... H....

    He says boat mans toll just buddy writing the lyrics made a few mistakes

  97. R.... H....

    City and Colour. Oh I get it, cause his name's Dallas Green.

    R.... H....

    I’ve been a fan for years and never realized that😂😂😂😂😂

    R.... H....

    in wikipedia says that xD

    R.... H....

    I think I’ve seen this comment on almost every single City and Colour video thread 😂

    R.... H....

    Ryan Henderson I was today years old..

    R.... H....

    Only took me years to realize this..

  98. s.... l....

    Not sure how he can get away with it... but that hat suits him.