Ali Handal: Music & Video

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My baby sister Sarah got married kinda young (at least for our family), and there were definitely some skeptics in the family. I wrote this song to express my support to her - I knew that she knew what she was doing, and that she was making a good decision for herself.

I premiered this song at a gig I had a few nights before the wedding, and she loved it! :)

well I never would’ve thought I’d write a love song, at least not one that had a happy end
needless to say, it’s not about me, but I wrote it for my very best friend

well I’ve known this girl for all of her life, from today back to the day of her birth
baby buck teeth, a dimpled behind and a bright-eyed smile full of mirth

on the eve of the rest of your life, your heart is open wide
and though you’re sure to feel some bumps in the road…
you’re ready for the ride

well I wish I had some sisterly advice to seriously lay upon your ears
but you’ve already shown time and again that you are wiser than your years

on the eve of the rest of your life, your heart is open wide
and though you’re sure to feel some bumps in the road…
you’re ready for the ride

you’ve always followed in my footsteps
not an easy path to take
but now you’re on a road untraveled
and it’s time for you to lead the way

on the eve of the rest of your life, your heart is open wide
and though you’re sure to feel some bumps in the road…
you’re ready for the ride