One Of Those People

from Obliteration City by Eli Chartkoff

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Adapted from an anonymous interview with a single mother on thebillfold.com.

Source: "A Conversation With a Single Mom Living on $40,000 a Year." thebillfold.com/a-conversation-with-a-single-mom-living-on-40-000-a-year-70a42dd3873a

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When I was married, things were better
We were doing fairly well
I used to have a savings but I had to cash out
During the divorce.

I live paycheck to paycheck
I have no savings at all
I can't always pay my bills
There are bills that I just can't pay.

And I'll be one of those people who works 'till they drop dead.

I don't go out, don't take vacations
I try not to drive too much
I'm not looking for another partner
I'd be bringing somebody down.

I have given up any thoughts of
A better life for myself
I just focus on my kids
I'm sorry that this was so bleak.

credits

from Obliteration City, released April 25, 2017
Eli Chartkoff - lead vocals, bass, organ
John Casey Connolly - synthesizers
Ben Heywood - drums, percussion
Gawby Weinstein - guitar

Produced by Ben Heywood and Luke Ehret. Mixed by Luke Ehret.

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