Dean Denoue

Lyrics

Chorus: We’re gonna leave an empty chair at the Thanksgiving table
To remind us of the ones we’ve loved who are no longer able
To pass the plate, or sip the wine, or bow their head in grace
Even though they can no longer be here, we’re gonna still set a place

Mom says, That’s enough of this, we’ve had too many Thanksgivings
Where we gather in body but not in spirit, each bringing misgivings

We’re gonna ask you find that place in your mind where you can set your dial to love
We’re gonna pretend someone’s watching us gather from above

Chorus: We’re gonna leave an empty chair at the Thanksgiving table
To remind us of the ones we’ve loved who are no longer able
To pass the plate, or sip the wine, or bow their head in grace
Even though they can no longer be here, we’re gonna still set a place

(Instrumental Break)

It’s fun to watch the football game, but don’t use it to escape
We’re gonna ask you to really be here, and bring a pleasant face

We’re gonna ask you find that place in your mind where you can set your dial to love
We’re gonna pretend someone’s watching us gather from above

Chorus: We’re gonna leave an empty chair at the Thanksgiving table
To remind us of the ones we’ve loved who are no longer able
To pass the plate, or sip the wine, or bow their head in grace
Even though they can no longer be here, we’re gonna still set a place

(Instrumental Outro)

(Chorus Tag)