Carlos J. Saldana

Black Cat (Chat Noir)

We were all young people in love,… Living off Passion & Dreams
And we knew we’d always rise above,…
To face the world and all of its crazy schemes
But the plans we shared soon faded,… and we just couldn’t go on
‘Cause the world just got too jaded,… so we faded,… our song

And the radio is spreading the news,… That lingers as a scar on my soul
And we wonder what path to choose,…
Searching for a world we can call our own
But the beauty of a woman is blinding,… and yet, I’ll never dare
‘Cause the world just stands to remind me,…
What I’m feeling,… and I’m running scared

Cold rain on my window,… I just run where the wind blows
No song,… no right or wrong
Bad luck always seems to cross my path
Like the curse of a Black Cat

I just can’t understand how we’ve let it,… just slip away
‘Cause the love we once shared has faded,…
And we’re jaded,… with no time to play

Cold rain on my window,… I just run where the wind blows
No song, no right or wrong,… I just keep moving on
Not much in my Back Pack,… I just roam where the love is at
No home to call my own
Bad luck always seems to cross my path
Like the curse of a Black Cat
Watch your back,…. From the curse of the Black Cat

A Love That’s Real

Woke up this morning,… heavy pains upon my heart
I’ve tried to face them on my own.
And as I stumble,… I just quit right from the start,…
I can’t seem to beat these things alone.
But then I found some friends to lend a helping hand,… They said,
“Brother won’t you spend some time with me?
I think we have the answers that can set your mind at ease,…
But brother you have got to first believe!”

So they took my arm and led me,… to a beautiful new place
And it helped to remedy these pains I labored
And through their act of kindness came the meaning of true Grace,…
Which led me back to Jesus Christ, my Savior!

How could I’ve been so blind when the answer’s clear to see?
Oh, faith in God was all that I was needing
And now my heart is soaring, and my mind has been set free
Through the help of my new Brothers I’m believing!

Come give him Glory,… Come give him Praise
Come feel the Blessings,… And the joy of new found Grace
Can’t explain the beauty of a Brotherhood that heals and reveals
That through Jesus Christ you’ll find a love that’s REAL
And you know it’s real,… And it surely heals,…. All the pain you feel

And though we find it hard to try and comprehend,…
How HE so easily forgives us of our sins
I’m so invigorated,… My heart is so elated
To find my way home,… Now I’ve got the strength to carry on…..
‘Cause I’m not alone,…. My fears have gone,… And I’m finally home….

(INSTRUMENTAL SOLO)

Woke up this morning to a beautiful new light, with a Book that has the answers I was needing
And though I still may stumble, I won’t quite without a fight
‘Cause Jesus gave my life a new beginning!
So now when I find a friend,… who needs a helping hand,... I say,
“Brother won’t you spend some time with me?
I think we have the answers that can set your mind at ease,…
But brother you have got to first believe!”

Come give him Glory,… Come give him Praise
Come feel the Blessings,… And the joy of new found Grace
Can’t explain the beauty of a Brotherhood that heals and reveals
That through Jesus Christ you’ll find a love

Come give him Glory,… Come give him Praise
Come feel the Blessings,… And the joy of new found Grace
Can’t explain the beauty of a Brotherhood that heals and reveals
That through Jesus Christ you’ll find a love that’s REAL
And you know it’s real,… And it surely heals,…. All the pain you feel

My sweet Jesus,… Help to lead us,…. My Lord Jesus
My sweet Jesus,… Come and lead us…

Fine, So Fine

Sweet, sweet Lady,… Girl, you know you really look so fine
I’d love to show you Baby,… the meaning of “A Good Time”
And how you’re drivin’ me crazy, … ‘Cause you’re looking so fine
Fine,… so fine,… so fine

Beautiful & so refined,… Girl, I’m sure you’re tired of the same old line
But how I’m needing you, Baby,… You’re truly one-of-a-kind
And how you’re drivin’ me crazy,… because you’re lookin’ so fine
Fine,… so fine,… so fine

(GUITAR SOLO)

Please forgive me for my one track mind,…
But Girl, I’d love to steal your heart and make you mine
Because you’re driving me crazy,… I’m going legally blind
And how I’m needing you Baby,… Because you’re looking so fine

Fine,… so fine,… so fine

C'mon Feel The Groove

Fresh story been goin’ around,… start spreadin’ the news
Rumor has it there’s a new kid in town,…
With a fresh new twist… On rhythm and blues,…
C’mon Baby… Start feelin’ the groove

Don’t ask questions and don’t be shy,… it’s an offer you can’t refuse
See the sparkle in your Baby’s eye,…
Once you tell her,… I bet she’ll approve
C’mon Baby,… Start feelin’ the groove

C’mon Baby, start spreadin’ the news,…
Take a chance and start feelin’ the groove
Get on up, you’ve got nothin’ to loose
Feel the rhythm start makin’ you move…
C’mon,….. start feelin’ the groove

(SOLO INTERLUDE)

C’mon Baby, start spreadin’ the news,…
Take a chance and start feelin’ the groove
Get on up, you’ve got nothin’ to loose
Feel the rhythm start makin’ you move…
C’mon,….. start feelin’ the groove

Fresh story been goin’ around,… start spreadin’ the news
Rumor has it there’s a new kid in town,…
With a fresh new twist… On rhythm and blues,…
C’mon Baby… Start feelin’ the groove

Can't Forget About Love

Every time you wake in the morning and turn on that old T.V.
You come to recognize how the tale and the lies
Are only half of what you really see

Well there’s the Corporate Exec who will always collect
‘Cause he’s the master of the dirty deal
Yet he can cheat and lie with a star in his eye
‘Cause that’s what gives him that “sex appeal”

(CHORUS)
Oh my,… well it’s the sign of the times
Funny how we always seem to undermine our way,…
Into the Heavens above,… what are we thinking of?
We can’t forget about Love
And all the joy it can bring,…
Holding more value than a diamond ring,… It’s true
And it’s all up to you,…It’s all in the path that you choose

Another day,… another new morning, and what have you got to see?
Another storyline ‘bout the hate and the crime,..
The ratings are guaranteed

With all the negative press that we love to collect
It’s a wonder how we’ll ever survive
We watch ‘em cheat & sin with an innocent grin,…
And sit there wondering “why”?

(CHORUS)

Misery

No sense in trying to save my grieving heart,…
You walked on in my world and broken it all apart.
How could I let my soul be so over come,…
By such a beautiful smile that reflects the sun?

I’ve tried to move along, forget the past,…  
The more I try it though, it just doesn’t seem to last  
Why can’t I make you see what you meant to me?  
Before you turned and left for eternity?

True love is ‘til the end of time  
Or so I thought it should be,…
But here I am in misery,…  
How can it be,… that you’re not here with me?  
What to do? When I’m still in love with you?  
Tragedy,… I’ll cry ‘til infinity

(SOLO INTERLUDE)

What to do? When I’m still in love with you?  
Tragedy,… I’ll cry ‘til infinity

They say you’ve gone and found a brand new love
But I’ll keep hoping for a miracle from above
That the stars would lead you back home to me….
Why can’t I make you see all that we could be?
We could live in love for eternity…
But ‘til then Baby,…. I’ll live in misery

A Minor Obsession

I never thought I’d see him run away,… and try to find someplace to hide
We all said, “You’re mad to throw away,… a blue-eyed beauty, oh so fine”
And Lord, she was fine,….

And though I really tried to understand, the way she said he made her feel
They only really had a one-night stand,…
Though she kept telling him, “It’s Real...” But that ain’t real,… No!

CHORUS:
What you call “Love”,… I call “Obsession”
‘Cause he’s just suffocating here through all your pestering
And don’t try telling me,… your love was “meant to be”
‘Cause it was just a one-night stand, Oh Lady, can’t you see?
I’ve tried to clear the truth that you’ve been blocking
‘Cause when you follow him around it’s like you’re stalking
Girl, he never meant to leave a false impression….
But can’t you see?
What you call “Love”,…. I call a “Minor Obsession”
I call a “Minor Obsession”

She doesn’t see that he’s moved on with life,…
Only sees her own mind’s view
There’s even plans for him to take a wife,…
Though she believes it’s just not true,… Just can’t be true,…

Now I am trying hard to understand, the way she said he makes her feel
And though they’ve only had a one night stand,…
She keeps believing it was real,… But that ain’t real,… No!

(CHORUS)

The Future’s Up To You

It seems that the world around you has been getting you down
You say, it just ain’t worth your time,… to keep standing your ground
Oh, but I’ve got a different perspective,… that helps guide my way
You see, I don’t let the people around me,…
Try to limit the dreams I’ve made
It’s all how you face it,…. That can help you to make it

(CHORUS)
Yeah, you’ve got to pick yourself up and get back in the game
Break yourself free from the chains that you’ve made
Keep your mind focused on the flame that’s true
The future is up to you
So never surrender,… ‘Cause you’re still a contender
And keep on believing,… In all the dreams you’re conceiving
You’ve got the power to make it,… So just reach out and take it
Stay tried and true,… In all the things that you do
The future’s up to you,….
The future’s up to you,… And all the things that you do

So now when the world around you starts getting you down
Stand firm on your own convictions,… even when you’re losing ground
Just build on a new perspective,… to help guide your way
And don’t let those people around you,…
Try to limit the dreams you’ve made
It’s all how you face it,… That can help you to make it

(CHORUS) - (GUITAR SOLO) - (CHORUS)

(Ladies Fade Chorus)
Stand tall,… in spite of it all. The future’s up to you
Stay strong and keep holding on. You’ve got nothing to lose
Keep pace,… in spite of the race. The future’s up to you
It’s your dime,… you’ve still got time to choose

After The Rain

Well, everyday’s a challenge, Baby,… And everyday’s a test
But we decide the outcome, Lady,… By how we place our bets
Oh, well life’s a game of give and take,… And love’s a vital part
But losing love can hurt so great,… Leave a scar upon our hearts

But after the rain,.. the faith that remains will stand true
And the love of all ages,… through prayer will help you through
Oh, well after the rain,… the chains that remain will break free
And the love that awaits us,… will be great for you and me

Don’t be blinded by the pain that may have made you cry today
Or the negative vibes and vices that blind your way
You see, the answer is here,… if you would just persevere,…
Oh, well how can I get you to see?
There’s a light at the end of the darkness that can set you free

But after the rain,.. the faith that remains will stand true
And the love of all ages,… through prayer will help you through
Oh, well after the rain,… the chains that remain will break free
And the love that awaits us,… will be great for you and me

Well, everyday’s a challenge Babe, and everyday’s a test…
But we decide the outcome,… Oh, by how we place our bets
The light that shines the answer is easy ‘nuff to see,…
But we forget to flip the switch for love to set us free
The pain that darkens up our lives would quickly fade away,..
If we’d only let the past move on and take some time to pray
Oh, life’s a game of give and take and love’s a vital part
But even if you lose at love’s refrain, don’t harden up your heart

Bald Faced Lies

I guess its taken time for me to realize
That what I’m hearing ‘bout you with another guy,… Is well advised
Please tell me why?
And how it breaks my heart Girl, to see the depth of your bald-faced lies

My heart is breaking,…. at the treachery I’ve found
Don’t try denying Girl,… this time I stand my ground
Why’d you lie? No, don’t act so surprised.
I’ve grown so tired Baby,… of putting up with your bald-faced lies

I’ve finally realized,… the fool you’ve had me play
But I’m determined now, not to look the other way
Stop with your stories,… No, don’t even try
It’s just another round of your cool familiar lines

Now the time has come for me to let you know
I’ve gathered your belongings,… got your bags right by the door
Don’t you cry,… No, don’t act so surprised
Well, that’s the price you pay Babe,…
When you mess around with those bald-faced lies

Now don’t try telling me that you’ve got no place to go
You should’ve thought of that Girl, a long, long time ago
Don’t ask forgiveness,… No, don’t even try
It’s just another round of your cool familiar lines

Now the time has come for me to let you see
I’m tired of playing your fool, Girl,… Yeah, its time to set you free
Don’t you cry,…. No, don’t act so surprised
That’s what happens Baby, when you mess around with those bald faced
That’s the price you pay Babe, when you mess around with those …
That’s what happens Baby,… When you mess around with those…

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