Open the Gates

I've been away longer than before Scared I don't drop my 'R's anymore Cause I want to be understood where I am Though my visa states I am an alien I miss my old friends I miss my mum and dad But here's to my sister who carries a child I'll meet him one day... when they open the gates Everyone's finding a new way of life Weddings rescheduled time after time I've not seen a mouth move for nine months or more But I still understand you that's what eyes are for I miss my old friends I miss my mum and dad And here's to my sister who carries a child I'll meet him one day... when they open the gates I don't think I've changed as much as they say The neighbour grabs my hair and says I love all the greys Is it passive aggressive or is it just me? I've been putting off the pills and talk therapy I miss my old friends I miss my mom and dad But here's to my sister who carries a child I'll meet him one day... when they open the gates