Janis Ian
In the Winter
[Verse 1]
The days are okay
I watch the TV in the afternoon
If I get lonely
The sound of other voices, other rooms
Are near to me
I'm not afraid

[Verse 2]
The operator
She tells the time, it's good for a laugh
There's always radio
And for a dime I can talk to God
Dial-a-prayer
Are you there?
Do you care?
Are you there?

[Chorus]
And in the winter
Extra blankets for the cold
Fix the heater getting old
I am wiser now, you know
And still as big a fool
Concerning you
[Verse 3]
I met your friend
She's very nice, what can I say?
It was an accident
I never dreamed we'd meet again this way
You're looking well
I'm not afraid

[Verse 4]
You have a lovely home
Just like a picture—No, I live alone
I found it easier
You must remember how I never liked the party life
Up all night
Lovely wife
You have a lovely wife

[Chorus]
And in the winter
Extra blankets for the cold
Fix the heater getting old
You are with her now, I know
I'll live alone forever
Not together now

[Outro]
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