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Voxtrot - "Kid Gloves" [mp3]
Voxtrot [Amazon] |
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Every time I close my eyes, I see you in front of me |
These lyrics feature a common colloquial phrase that is considered to be an error in diction according to the rules of standard American English.
While the adverb phrase "in back of me" is antithetical to "in front of me," the proper idiom is "behind me." Employing the standard phrase would break the parallel structure of the antithesis, and the rhetoric of the chorus would be compromised. Remember that songwriters can flout the rules, but students should exercise caution when choosing words.
Also note the correct use of "all right" in this unofficial transcription. The commonly used "alright" is not a standard word and is acceptable in a colloquial context only.
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