John Gorka - Vinnie Charles Is Free

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There's a party down at Kale's
Vinnie Charles is out of jail again
His ex's will be there
And his daughter Nida has bought him an easy chair

He kicked the cocaine in the can
An eightball a day is not cheap for any man
His street clothes have all shrunk in size
But most of the weight that is gained was in his eyes
Most of the weight that is gained was in his eyes

He did nine of a possible twelve
He still says he didn't know what the package held
He still says he didn't know
Just a favor for a friend
But big Buddy Cara left him to swing in the wind
Big Buddy Cara left him to swing in the wind

He made it through Mexico
The car threw a rod below San Diego
A copper pulled over to help
But poor Vinnie's poker face could not control itself

He was always a likeable guy
The women passed under him as if he could fly
The women passed under him as if he could fly
Three more years on parole
Time will tell how much the time inside took it's toll
Time will tell how much the time inside took it's toll

"There's two things I know well" he says
"The ways that I hurt and all of the ways to hell"
"The ways that I hurt and all of the ways to hell"

Vinnie Charles is free
Vinnie Charles is out of the pen
Vinnie Charles is free for now
Mightier than the sword (and then)
Vinnie Charles is free
Vinnie Charles is free

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John Gorka is a renowned contemporary folk musician known for his soulful voice and heartfelt songwriting. Born in New Jersey in 1958, Gorka began playing guitar and writing songs at a young age. He was heavily influenced by the folk music of artists like Bob Dylan, James Taylor, and Joni Mitchell.

In the early 1980s, Gorka began performing at open mic nights and small clubs in the New York City area, gaining a loyal following with his introspective lyrics and melodic guitar playing. He released his debut album, "I Know," in 1987, which was well-received by critics and fans alike.

Gorka's career took off in the 1990s, with the release of albums like "Land of the Bottom Line" and "Temporary Road." His songs, such as "I Saw a Stranger with Your Hair" and "Love is Our Cross to Bear," have been praised for their emotional depth and poetic lyricism.

Throughout his career, Gorka has toured extensively, performing at folk festivals and concert halls around the world. He has collaborated with other artists such as Mary Chapin Carpenter, Nanci Griffith, and Lucy Kaplansky, further cementing his reputation as a respected figure in the folk music scene.

In addition to his solo work, Gorka is also known for his work as a producer and session musician, lending his talents to numerous albums by other artists. He continues to release new music and tour regularly, captivating audiences with his powerful performances and timeless songwriting. John Gorka remains a beloved figure in the world of folk music, with a legacy that continues to inspire and uplift listeners.