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True Work of Heart

A lighthearted singer-songwriter tune about transforming an everyday chore -- washing a car -- into a joyful ritual.

This playful song captures how small rituals can become theraputic and bring great joy.

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True Work of HeartJim Molinelli
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Lyrics

TRUE WORK OF HEART
© Jim Molinelli

[Verse 1]
On a warm summer day, a light breeze on my face,
I gather the implements all in one place.
A bucket and sponge, the soap and the hose,
And this old ball cap, to keep the sun off my nose.

[Verse 2]
Old sneakers, some shorts , my fave-rit t-shirt,
And I’m ready to launch an attack on that dirt!
Windows rolled up, and it’s parked in the shade,
This car wash moment seems perfectly made.

[Chorus]
Washing a car can feel like a chore,
But we all love a ride that's clean to the core.
So with hose in hand, I’m ready to start,
‘Cause a really clean car, is a true, work, of, heart!

[Verse 3]
Rubbing the roof, and cleaning the hood,
Scrubbing each section, it looks so good,
Warm soapy water, and my favorite song,
The hose in my hand, can’t do any wrong.

[Verse 4]
My playlist is pumping, got me feeling alright,
I’m makin' this baby so sparkling bright!
Cleaning the fenders, washing the wheels,
This is car wash therapy, oh how it heals!

[Chorus]
Washing a car can feel like a chore,
But we all love a ride that's clean to the core.
So with hose in hand, I’m ready to start,
‘Cause a really clean car is a true, work, of, heart!

[Verse 5]
Hose it down and the suds slide away,
I stare as it drips, oh, what a display!
Got to wipe it dry and make the windows gleam,
It sparkles, it shines, it looks so clean!

[Verse 6]
I stare at this beauty, can’t keep from grinning,
Should wax it now, but the ball game’s beginning.
Washing my car, is such a playful affair,
And the way that it shines is beyond compare!

[Chorus]
Washing my car used to feel like a chore,
But I sure love a ride that's clean to the core.
When I wash it by hand, it gives me a start,
‘Cause my really clean car, is a true, work, of heart!

yes, a really clean car, is a true, work, of heart!

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