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Old Dog New Trick

by Invectrum

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This song is part of my album Escape Artist and was written in 2018 in one sitting, which is rare for me. Its about my struggle with trying to quit drinking and how they say that you can't teach an old dog new tricks. If you have been drinking for long enough it will feel like its impossible to quit but its not. I haven't drank since October 14, 2019 and I thought it was damn near impossible at the time I wrote this song.

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I know said that I would quit but I was insincere
All I see is lights flashing "Liquor, you can get it here!"
And how bad can it really be, It's just a sip of beer
But I never get my fill I drink this swill until my piss is clear
They used to call weed a gateway drug
But ask a coke dealer where he gets his main pay from
Cause his scale weighs chunks
For the same 8 drunks
And they don't call at 4 am for some Grade A skunk
Naw, how many times have I been fired from a job
Because I miss so many days and end up lying to my boss?
But Adam when you drink you don't act out much
That's because I pass out when I black out drunk
I've seen Mr. Nice guy belligerent at last call
Start a mad brawl swinging like he can't fall
Until the bouncers hit him kicking till he can't crawl
And leave him twitching like he dipped into the bath salts

I'm looking dead into the mirror like I want to quit
But every single time I tried it's like I lost my grip
Like I bought new kicks
Then I walked through shit
They say you just can't teach Old dog new tricks

I'm looking dead into the mirror like I want to quit
But every single time I tried it's like I lost my grip
Like I bought new kicks
Then I walked through shit
They say you just can't teach Old dog new tricks

Throw me a bone here, I might just roll over and die
Or play dead and close both of my eyes
I drank alone on my birthday, a blessing in disguise
It made me reconsider who I see as friends up in my eyes
All you wanted was a way to escape shit
A plug for your drugs and a place to get wasted
I've tasted my medicine its bitter to the core
And ironic that it tastes just like the liquor that I pour
They tell me pink elephants are simple to ignore
But you've never had em sit on you and pin you to the floor
Like, I need a breath I need a benzo and a friend
I need a piece of paper and pencil or a pen
This ain't a suicide note its letter of intent
Cause I'm out to fuck the world when I'm gettin my revenge
So don't be surprised when I kick in your teeth
Cause I've still got a couple hidden tricks up my sleeve

I'm looking dead into the mirror like I want to quit
But every single time I tried it's like I lost my grip
Like I bought new kicks
Then I walked through shit
They say you just can't teach Old dog new tricks

Looking dead into the mirror like I want to quit
But every single time I tried it's Like I lost my grip
Like I bought new kicks
Then I walked through shit
They say you just can't teach Old dog new tricks

Light this hoop on fire you can hop through this
I gotta 2/6 of vodka taking shots too quick
Thoughts battle like some cobra vs mongoose shit
Like I've got a phantom limb that I got to itch
Yeah It fucks you up good but it's not that bad
Go cop a case on any corner and just pop that tab
I'm thinking, do I need this in order to relax?
I've been trying to find my footing like a tortoise on its back
Now this isn't easy like in Rocky Montages
I snap and call it quits like an octagon stoppage
Why do I yearn for its feverish touch?
Once you're on your last leg all You need is a crutch
But, I think its time I walked Off the beaten path
To a place I've never been Where I don't want or need a map
So, call up jesus turn this wine Back to water
I'm going to have to take a pass On that fine glass of lager

I'm looking dead into the Mirror like I want to quit
But every single time I tried it's Like I lost my grip
Like I bought new kicks
Then I walked through shit
They say you just can't teach Old dog new tricks

I'm looking dead into the Mirror like I want to quit
But every single time I tried it's Like I lost my grip
Like I bought new kicks
Then I walked through shit
They say you just can't teach Old dog new tricks

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released September 2, 2022
Written & Performed by Invectrum
Mixed & Mastered by Invectrum
Produced By Sonik

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Invectrum Nelson, British Columbia

Born in Red Deer, AB and currently residing in Calgary AB, Invectrum is a seasoned rapper/producer that has been honing his craft since he was 14 (circa 2002). Invectrum has opened for artists such as Apathy, Celph Titled, Necro, Mad Child, Junk, Snak the Ripper, Merkules, Necro, Mac Lethal, Locksmith, Jarron Benton & more over the years.

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