Duke

Intro - acoustic guitar, harmonica

Verse 1

I remember the day you came into my life,

A gentle giant, you eased all my strife.

Your big head would lean right against my knee,

Your wet nose would nuzzle, just wanting to be.

For eight magic years, you stayed by my side,

With so much affection, you never would hide.

A loyal companion, steadfast and true,

My world was much brighter because of you.

Chorus

Oh, Duke, my best boy, for eight magical years,

You chased away shadows and quieted my fears.

On this endless shore, where soft breezes blow,

My love for you, Duke, continues to grow.

Verse 2

Through winter's cold evenings, we’d head for the sand,

With my loving partner, a leash in your hand.

But soon you were off, completely set free,

Running wild on the beach, for all eyes to see.

The wind in your fur, a joyful embrace,

A smile on your muzzle, a light in your face.

Those moments we shared, under the moon's glow,

Are memories cherished, wherever I go.

Chorus

Oh, Duke, my best boy, for eight magical years,

You chased away shadows and quieted my fears.

On this endless shore, where soft breezes blow,

My love for you, Duke, continues to grow.

Verse 3

At home by the window, or a sun-warmed floor,

You'd settle right down, and ask nothing more.

A soft, rumbling sigh, a contented sound,

The dearest companion, forever around.

Your gentle spirit, so steady and true,

Reflected the love that I felt for you.

A comforting presence, through calm and through strife,

You truly were family, the light of my life.

Bridge

I love you endlessly, my boy, you're the best through and through,

A part of my heart will always be with you.

Until we meet again, when my journey is done,

I'll carry your spirit, beneath the warm sun.

Harmonica Solo

Final Chorus

Oh, Duke, my best boy, for eight magical years,

You chased away shadows and quieted my fears.

On this endless shore, where soft breezes blow,

My love for you, Duke, continues to grow.

Outro

Now you're running free, on an endless white sand,

A warm sun above, across a beautiful land.

Peacefully napping, without a care or a fear,

With your favourite cheese, forever you're here.

Always in my thoughts, forever near,

My dear Duke, my best boy, always so clear.

Outro - guitar fade