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written by Steve & Kristi Nebel
Kristi used to sell handmade leather goods at Pike Place Market in Seattle. This song is derived from an impression of an older Italian man who worked near her in the market.

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Musharoom

The old man stood across from me - Nearly every day
He didn’t speak much English - I hadn’t much to say
He used to bring me strawberries, I’d listen to his song
His words still ring out in my thoughts - when days grow much too long

Musharoom, dolly pound
Money makes the world go ‘round
Then it brings it back I’ve found
Musharoom dolly pound

Money doesn’t really matter - You’ve heard somebody say
But when you’re broke it’s hard to see money quite that way
I still love fresh strawberries, I really love to sing
I love the bold perspective a simple truth can bring

Chorus

He shuffled semi-circles around the market stand
His shoulders bent from eighty years, his words fell to the ground
I was proud of what I had to sell as I listened to the sounds
Of the old Italian’s sales pitch, “Musharoom dolly pound”

Chorus

That was many years ago, now I wonder “was that real”
Then the old man’s face will some to me - I remember how I feel
Every day I still get up and sell my very best
Hoping what I have to show is better than the rest

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from Birds of Winter, released March 5, 2023
Rick Ruskin - Oinktone Lead Guitar
Steve Nebel - Rhythm Guitar, Backing Vocal
Kristi Nebel - Lead Vocal, Bass Guitar

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Steve and Kristi Nebel Tacoma, Washington

Steve and Kristi Nebel bring passion, finesse, and beauty with their songs of social justice, knife edge observations, and pure, simple love. They have traveled extensively having done nine tours in UK folk clubs and festivals. They have recorded more than ten CDs, mostly of their own songs. ... more

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