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Clara Crocodile Deluxe

by Sally Balfour

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billy654100 It speaks to me on more on an emotion and spiritual level Favorite track: Mango (with narration).
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    Clara Crocodile is the genre-twisting soundtrack for a heroine’s epic road journey from the Top End to the desert heart of Australia. The album’s range is ambitious and innovative, fusing reggae with electro-pop, folk, country and punk.
    Follow Clara Crocodile as she searches for her new home, and meet all the characters that help her on her journey!

    This Deluxe CD features both the narrated songs as well as the radio edit of the tracks. This gives you the choice to follow Clara on her journey with or without the narration.

    Includes unlimited streaming of Clara Crocodile Deluxe via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
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1.
I got a long tail, four little legs Sharp white teeth, two eyes in my head Green green skin, you know you can pin The friendliest smile, on me, Clara Crocodile I lived with my family in a waterhole It was one big party, full of crocodile roll 60 of us living under one tree My brothers, my sisters and little old me But all of a sudden, just the other day Mum and dad said - ‘time you’re were on your way’ This waterhole is way to small For so many crocs playing crocodile ball So I got to leave, I got to go Or I might end up in mums casserole Dad said if I don’t go soon They’re going to eat us up by noon! So my brothers and sisters, and little old me We gotta go, we gotta flee I got a long tail, four little legs Sharp white teeth, two eyes in my head Green green skin, you know you can pin The friendliest smile, on me, Clara Crocodile I got a long tail, four little legs Sharp white teeth, two eyes in my head Green green skin, you know you can pin The friendliest smile, on me, Clara Crocodile
2.
Dragonfly: Have you ever heard
 Of a sunburnt town?
 Where the wind blows hot, And dust clouds form A place so hot Everyone has a pool
 That just might be The perfect place for you! Dragonfly: Alice Springs she’s calling to you Mparntwe Alice Springs can you hear her? Clara: Mparntwe, where can I find you? Dragonfly: Follow this road Head straight on down You’ll see the ground turn From green to brown If your legs grow tired The train will carry you All the way down South To the desert, with your new pool Dragonfly: Alice Springs she’s calling to you Mparntwe Alice Springs can you hear her Clara: Mparntwe, I’m looking for you Clara: I can’t wait to see
 A sunburnt town
 Where the wind blows hot, And dust clouds form A place so hot Everyone has a pool
 It really sounds like The perfect place it's true! Clara and Dragonfly: Alice Springs she’s calling to you Mparntwe Alice Springs can you hear her Clara: Mparntwe, I can’t wait to find you
3.
Green Tree Frog: Let me tell you of a true story About this old rambling frog I travelled throughout the territory Met bilbys, brumbies and even a dog When I was younger I hopped everywhere I’ve seen drought, bushfire, a flood or two But now my legs only bend for my chair I see the world from my carriage view This train, takes me where I want to go This train, my home, it’s better than gold This train, shows me all I need to know This train, where I meeting creatures young and old Travelling up and down the railway I’m the happiest frog you’ll ever meet I love the stars at night, the bush at day Love the south for the cold, the north for the heat Clara: Thank you for letting me hitch A ride in your travelling home It’s helping me make the switch And giving me freedom to roam Clara and Green Tree Frog: This train, takes me where I want to go This train, my home, it’s better than gold This train, shows me all I need to know This train, where I meeting creatures young and old Green Tree Frog: You’re in for a treat if you’ve never been To Alice Springs, that dusty old town It is like nothing you’ve ever seen A one of a kind place - hands down Clara and Green Tree Frog: This train, takes me where I want to go This train, my home, it’s better than gold This train, shows me all I need to know This train, where I meeting creatures young and old
4.
Red-Backed Kingfisher: I love to fly up high in the blue I love when the sun shines through Clara: I love to swish my tail, make water shiver I love to drift in the river Red-Backed Kingfisher: Will you stay? Can we play? Hide and seek At the edge of the creek? We can run around all day Red-Backed Kingfisher: I know you’re a reptile, I’m a bird Maybe friends seems absurd Clara: Just because we aren’t the same Doesn’t mean we can’t play games! Red-Backed Kingfisher: Will you stay? Can we play? Hide and seek At the edge of the creek? We can run, swim, and fly Until it’s time to say good bye! Clara: I will stay So we can play Clara and Red-Backed Kingfisher: Hide and seek At the edge of the creek We can run, swim, and fly Until it’s time to say good bye! Clara and Red-Backed Kingfisher: A feathery bird, leathery reptile Playing together, sharing a smile Different animals we might be But together we can play in harmony Clara: I will stay So we can play Clara and Red-Backed Kingfisher: Hide and seek At the edge of the creek We can run, swim, and fly Until it’s time to say good bye! Clara and Red-Backed Kingfisher: Hide and seek At the edge of the creek We can run, swim, and fly Until it’s time to say good bye!
5.
Clara: Oh the wheels they keep on turning And the dust it keeps on churning But I am still yearning For that red centre burning Snake: I’ve been on this road a plenty Hitchin’ rides; can’t count how many Sun bathing so I don’t turn blue But I never met a creature, like you Clara and Snake: The wheels go round and round We’re headed south, we’re headed down The wheels go round and round We’re headed down, we’re south bound Clara: See I’m ditchin’ sea for desert sands Too many crocs, I couldn’t stand I needed to find space So I’m looking for a new place Snake: I’ve been on the road my whole life But now its time to head south I’m heading on back to my land I’m glad I met someone who understands Clara and Snake: Yes the wheels they keep on turning And the dust it keeps on churning But we’ll keep on down that long straight road Till we find our new homes Clara and Snake: The wheels go round and round We’re headed south, we’re headed down The wheels go round and round We’re headed down, we’re south bound The wheels go round and round We’re headed south, we’re headed down The wheels go round and round We’re headed down, we’re south bound
6.
Gecko: The night sky opens up to millions of stars It goes on forever, no one knows how far It is a hot spot, a UFO landing site Aliens like to stop here in the bright moonlight Sit with me, under the milky way Which some say is an epic alien highway We can watch quietly on this starry night For a space ship, comet or satellite Clara: I have never heard of such a place Or seen the sky for all the space Waiting for spaceships to land or take flight Is such an exciting thought to ignite Clara and Gecko: We can see where the sky touches the land Where stars become one with the sand Who knows what the universe will bring tonight We will watch together ’til the morning light
7.
Dog Dog: If you need a ride Take a look inside There’s mobs of space In my 5 star place Its cosy and comfy A little bit bumpy But has driven us Around Australia brus Clara: I’ve never ridden in a caravan But your offer sounds like quite a plan You’ll need to hide me from your family Will we make it down the track safely? Dog Dog: We’ve just come from Humpty-Doo Now we’re off to a place called Uluru I heard them say were driving through Alice Spring, so I can help you! What do you say, Clara Crocodile?
Do you want to ride with me in style?
There’s plenty of room for you and me I’d love to have your company Clara: I’ve never ridden in a caravan But your offer sounds like quite a plan This is going to be such a fun ride We’ll sit together side by side Dog Dog: Welcome to my home on wheels It’s where we sleep and eat our meals We can play games as we drive along Talk a bit, even sing a song So climb aboard for your next adventure Before you know you’ll be in the red centre Its been so long since I had a friend That I could give a paw to lend Clara: I’ve never ridden in a caravan But your offer sounds like quite a plan This is going to be such a fun ride We’ll sit together side by side
8.
Oh we stopped on the side of the road Coz Dog Dog really needed a wee And something fell down, down down next to me It was yellow and orange and a little bit green And it tased like all the colours in between Soft and juice Tart and sweet Oh Oh Oh what a treat It was mango Oh Mango Oh Mango Mmm Mango It was mango Mango Mango Mmm Mango Oh we stopped on the side of the road Coz Dog Dog really needed a wee And something fell down, down down next to me It was yellow and orange and a little bit green And it tased like all the colours in between Soft and juice Tart and sweet Oh Oh Oh what a treat It was mango Oh Mango Oh Mango Mmm Mango It was mango Mango Mango Mmm Mango
9.
Clara: I have taken this long track With nothing but my big backpack Not once, no not once did I look back Whistling Kite: Everyday this wind carries me And it gets me where I need to be Come, fly along with me, on this troopie Clara: I’m going to ride with you Whistling Kite: Fly with you, fly with you Clara and Whistling Kite: Over the bitumen into the blue Clara: I’m going to ride with you Whistling Kite: Fly with you, fly with you Clara and Whistling Kite: Over the bitumen into the new Clara: Way up here I can see so far Wind in my ears and this noisy car No matter where I go I have friends - there you are Whistling Kite: Hold on tight Clara don’t let go We’ll be there, before you know You’ll find your home like gold at the end of a rainbow Clara: I’m gonna ride Whistling Kite: I’m gonna fly Clara: You’re gonna fly Whistling Kite: You’re gonna ride Clara: Oh here we go Clara: I’m gonna ride Whistling Kite: I’m gonna fly Clara: You’re gonna fly Whistling Kite: You’re gonna ride Clara and Whistling Kite: Oh here we go down the road Clara: I’m going to ride with you Whistling Kite: Fly with you, fly with you Clara and Whistling Kite: Over the bitumen into the blue Clara: I’m going to ride with you Whistling Kite: Fly with you, fly with you Clara and Whistling Kite: Over the bitumen into the new Clara: I’m gonna ride Whistling Kite: I’m gonna fly Clara: You’re gonna fly Whistling Kite: You’re gonna ride Clara: Oh here we go Clara: I’m gonna ride Whistling Kite: I’m gonna fly Clara: You’re gonna fly Whistling Kite: You’re gonna ride Clara and Whistling Kite: Oh here we go down the road
10.
Honey Ant: Welcome, welcome , welcome, welcome, welcome Werte, werte, werte, werte, werte, Welcome, welcome , welcome, welcome, welcome Honey Ant: We have heard a tale or two About a travelling croc from the top end We have come to see if it was true To welcome you and be your friend! The town is small with a river running through Its got no water most of the year round Don’t worry you’ll find pools clear and blue Let us show you around your new hometown Honey Ants: Welcome, welcome , welcome, welcome, welcome Werte, werte, werte, werte, werte, Welcome, welcome , welcome, welcome, welcome Clara: Alice Springs, I am finally here! I’ve seen so many places since my wetlands This is my home, its so clear! I finally found my pool in desert sands Honey Ant: We have heard a tale or two Clara: About me, Clara croc from the top end Honey Ant: We have come to see if it was true Clara and Honey Ant: To welcome you and now we’re friends! Honey Ants: Welcome, welcome , welcome, welcome, welcome Werte, werte, werte, werte, werte, Welcome, welcome , welcome, welcome, welcome
11.
Woke up to the strangest sound Looked out my window with a morning frown There was something swimming in our pool Splashing, crashing, trying to keep cool Jumped out of bed, sprinted down the hall Had to tell someone, anyone at all! Mum, dad - you better come quick Grab the camera - You’ll want to take a pic Something in our pool looks mean Big and scaly, long and green! They rolled their eyes, followed me outside Just to check I wasn’t taking them for a ride There she was, swimming in the sun She looked like she was having so much fun Made sure the pool gate was shut tight Just in case she came looking for a bite Hey, hey - you better come quick Grab the camera - You’ll want to take a pic Something in our pool looks mean Big and scaly, long and green!
 Didn’t take long for word to get around Of the strangest sight we had ever found Next thing we knew not just neighbours were there Locals, tourists, journos, cameras everywhere! They’d come from all over the globe To see this brilliant crocodile in her new found home
12.
I got a long tail, four little legs Sharp white teeth, two eyes in my head Green green skin, you know you can pin The friendliest smile, on me, Clara Crocodile I lived with my family in a waterhole It was one big party, full of crocodile roll 60 of us living under one tree My brothers, my sisters and little old me But all of a sudden, just the other day Mum and dad said - ‘time you’re were on your way’ This waterhole is way to small For so many crocs playing crocodile ball So I got to leave, I got to go Or I might end up in mums casserole Dad said if I don’t go soon They’re going to eat us up by noon! So my brothers and sisters, and little old me We gotta go, we gotta flee I got a long tail, four little legs Sharp white teeth, two eyes in my head Green green skin, you know you can pin The friendliest smile, on me, Clara Crocodile I got a long tail, four little legs Sharp white teeth, two eyes in my head Green green skin, you know you can pin The friendliest smile, on me, Clara Crocodile
13.
Dragonfly: Have you ever heard
 Of a sunburnt town?
 Where the wind blows hot, And dust clouds form A place so hot Everyone has a pool
 That just might be The perfect place for you! Dragonfly: Alice Springs she’s calling to you Mparntwe Alice Springs can you hear her? Clara: Mparntwe, where can I find you? Dragonfly: Follow this road Head straight on down You’ll see the ground turn From green to brown If your legs grow tired The train will carry you All the way down South To the desert, with your new pool Dragonfly: Alice Springs she’s calling to you Mparntwe Alice Springs can you hear her Clara: Mparntwe, I’m looking for you Clara: I can’t wait to see
 A sunburnt town
 Where the wind blows hot, And dust clouds form A place so hot Everyone has a pool
 It really sounds like The perfect place it's true! Clara and Dragonfly: Alice Springs she’s calling to you Mparntwe Alice Springs can you hear her Clara: Mparntwe, I can’t wait to find you
14.
Green Tree Frog: Let me tell you of a true story About this old rambling frog I travelled throughout the territory Met bilbys, brumbies and even a dog When I was younger I hopped everywhere I’ve seen drought, bushfire, a flood or two But now my legs only bend for my chair I see the world from my carriage view This train, takes me where I want to go This train, my home, it’s better than gold This train, shows me all I need to know This train, where I meeting creatures young and old Travelling up and down the railway I’m the happiest frog you’ll ever meet I love the stars at night, the bush at day Love the south for the cold, the north for the heat Clara: Thank you for letting me hitch A ride in your travelling home It’s helping me make the switch And giving me freedom to roam Clara and Green Tree Frog: This train, takes me where I want to go This train, my home, it’s better than gold This train, shows me all I need to know This train, where I meeting creatures young and old Green Tree Frog: You’re in for a treat if you’ve never been To Alice Springs, that dusty old town It is like nothing you’ve ever seen A one of a kind place - hands down Clara and Green Tree Frog: This train, takes me where I want to go This train, my home, it’s better than gold This train, shows me all I need to know This train, where I meeting creatures young and old
15.
Red-Backed Kingfisher: I love to fly up high in the blue I love when the sun shines through Clara: I love to swish my tail, make water shiver I love to drift in the river Red-Backed Kingfisher: Will you stay? Can we play? Hide and seek At the edge of the creek? We can run around all day Red-Backed Kingfisher: I know you’re a reptile, I’m a bird Maybe friends seems absurd Clara: Just because we aren’t the same Doesn’t mean we can’t play games! Red-Backed Kingfisher: Will you stay? Can we play? Hide and seek At the edge of the creek? We can run, swim, and fly Until it’s time to say good bye! Clara: I will stay So we can play Clara and Red-Backed Kingfisher: Hide and seek At the edge of the creek We can run, swim, and fly Until it’s time to say good bye! Clara and Red-Backed Kingfisher: A feathery bird, leathery reptile Playing together, sharing a smile Different animals we might be But together we can play in harmony Clara: I will stay So we can play Clara and Red-Backed Kingfisher: Hide and seek At the edge of the creek We can run, swim, and fly Until it’s time to say good bye! Clara and Red-Backed Kingfisher: Hide and seek At the edge of the creek We can run, swim, and fly Until it’s time to say good bye!
16.
Clara: Oh the wheels they keep on turning And the dust it keeps on churning But I am still yearning For that red centre burning Snake: I’ve been on this road a plenty Hitchin’ rides; can’t count how many Sun bathing so I don’t turn blue But I never met a creature, like you Clara and Snake: The wheels go round and round We’re headed south, we’re headed down The wheels go round and round We’re headed down, we’re south bound Clara: See I’m ditchin’ sea for desert sands Too many crocs, I couldn’t stand I needed to find space So I’m looking for a new place Snake: I’ve been on the road my whole life But now its time to head south I’m heading on back to my land I’m glad I met someone who understands Clara and Snake: Yes the wheels they keep on turning And the dust it keeps on churning But we’ll keep on down that long straight road Till we find our new homes Clara and Snake: The wheels go round and round We’re headed south, we’re headed down The wheels go round and round We’re headed down, we’re south bound The wheels go round and round We’re headed south, we’re headed down The wheels go round and round We’re headed down, we’re south bound
17.
Gecko: The night sky opens up to millions of stars It goes on forever, no one knows how far It is a hot spot, a UFO landing site Aliens like to stop here in the bright moonlight Sit with me, under the milky way Which some say is an epic alien highway We can watch quietly on this starry night For a space ship, comet or satellite Clara: I have never heard of such a place Or seen the sky for all the space Waiting for spaceships to land or take flight Is such an exciting thought to ignite Clara and Gecko: We can see where the sky touches the land Where stars become one with the sand Who knows what the universe will bring tonight We will watch together ’til the morning light
18.
Dog Dog: If you need a ride Take a look inside There’s mobs of space In my 5 star place Its cosy and comfy A little bit bumpy But has driven us Around Australia brus Clara: I’ve never ridden in a caravan But your offer sounds like quite a plan You’ll need to hide me from your family Will we make it down the track safely? Dog Dog: We’ve just come from Humpty-Doo Now we’re off to a place called Uluru I heard them say were driving through Alice Spring, so I can help you! What do you say, Clara Crocodile?
Do you want to ride with me in style?
There’s plenty of room for you and me I’d love to have your company Clara: I’ve never ridden in a caravan But your offer sounds like quite a plan This is going to be such a fun ride We’ll sit together side by side Dog Dog: Welcome to my home on wheels It’s where we sleep and eat our meals We can play games as we drive along Talk a bit, even sing a song So climb aboard for your next adventure Before you know you’ll be in the red centre Its been so long since I had a friend That I could give a paw to lend Clara: I’ve never ridden in a caravan But your offer sounds like quite a plan This is going to be such a fun ride We’ll sit together side by side
19.
Mango 02:06
Oh we stopped on the side of the road Coz Dog Dog really needed a wee And something fell down, down down next to me It was yellow and orange and a little bit green And it tased like all the colours in between Soft and juice Tart and sweet Oh Oh Oh what a treat It was mango Oh Mango Oh Mango Mmm Mango It was mango Mango Mango Mmm Mango Oh we stopped on the side of the road Coz Dog Dog really needed a wee And something fell down, down down next to me It was yellow and orange and a little bit green And it tased like all the colours in between Soft and juice Tart and sweet Oh Oh Oh what a treat It was mango Oh Mango Oh Mango Mmm Mango It was mango Mango Mango Mmm Mango
20.
Clara: I have taken this long track With nothing but my big backpack Not once, no not once did I look back Whistling Kite: Everyday this wind carries me And it gets me where I need to be Come, fly along with me, on this troopie Clara: I’m going to ride with you Whistling Kite: Fly with you, fly with you Clara and Whistling Kite: Over the bitumen into the blue Clara: I’m going to ride with you Whistling Kite: Fly with you, fly with you Clara and Whistling Kite: Over the bitumen into the new Clara: Way up here I can see so far Wind in my ears and this noisy car No matter where I go I have friends - there you are Whistling Kite: Hold on tight Clara don’t let go We’ll be there, before you know You’ll find your home like gold at the end of a rainbow Clara: I’m gonna ride Whistling Kite: I’m gonna fly Clara: You’re gonna fly Whistling Kite: You’re gonna ride Clara: Oh here we go Clara: I’m gonna ride Whistling Kite: I’m gonna fly Clara: You’re gonna fly Whistling Kite: You’re gonna ride Clara and Whistling Kite: Oh here we go down the road Clara: I’m going to ride with you Whistling Kite: Fly with you, fly with you Clara and Whistling Kite: Over the bitumen into the blue Clara: I’m going to ride with you Whistling Kite: Fly with you, fly with you Clara and Whistling Kite: Over the bitumen into the new Clara: I’m gonna ride Whistling Kite: I’m gonna fly Clara: You’re gonna fly Whistling Kite: You’re gonna ride Clara: Oh here we go Clara: I’m gonna ride Whistling Kite: I’m gonna fly Clara: You’re gonna fly Whistling Kite: You’re gonna ride Clara and Whistling Kite: Oh here we go down the road
21.
Honey Ant: Welcome, welcome , welcome, welcome, welcome Werte, werte, werte, werte, werte, Welcome, welcome , welcome, welcome, welcome Honey Ant: We have heard a tale or two About a travelling croc from the top end We have come to see if it was true To welcome you and be your friend! The town is small with a river running through Its got no water most of the year round Don’t worry you’ll find pools clear and blue Let us show you around your new hometown Honey Ants: Welcome, welcome , welcome, welcome, welcome Werte, werte, werte, werte, werte, Welcome, welcome , welcome, welcome, welcome Clara: Alice Springs, I am finally here! I’ve seen so many places since my wetlands This is my home, its so clear! I finally found my pool in desert sands Honey Ant: We have heard a tale or two Clara: About me, Clara croc from the top end Honey Ant: We have come to see if it was true Clara and Honey Ant: To welcome you and now we’re friends! Honey Ants: Welcome, welcome , welcome, welcome, welcome Werte, werte, werte, werte, werte, Welcome, welcome , welcome, welcome, welcome
22.
Woke up to the strangest sound Looked out my window with a morning frown There was something swimming in our pool Splashing, crashing, trying to keep cool Jumped out of bed, sprinted down the hall Had to tell someone, anyone at all! Mum, dad - you better come quick Grab the camera - You’ll want to take a pic Something in our pool looks mean Big and scaly, long and green! They rolled their eyes, followed me outside Just to check I wasn’t taking them for a ride There she was, swimming in the sun She looked like she was having so much fun Made sure the pool gate was shut tight Just in case she came looking for a bite Hey, hey - you better come quick Grab the camera - You’ll want to take a pic Something in our pool looks mean Big and scaly, long and green!
 Didn’t take long for word to get around Of the strangest sight we had ever found Next thing we knew not just neighbours were there Locals, tourists, journos, cameras everywhere! They’d come from all over the globe To see this brilliant crocodile in her new found home

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Clara Crocodile is the genre-twisting soundtrack for a heroine’s epic road journey from the Top End to the desert heart of Australia. The album’s range is ambitious and innovative, fusing reggae with electro-pop, folk, country and punk.
Follow Clara Crocodile as she searches for her new home, and meet all the characters that help her on her journey!

This Deluxe CD features both the narrated songs as well as the radio edit of the tracks. This gives you the choice to follow Clara on her journey with or without the narration.

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released March 3, 2021

Written by Sally Balfour
Produced by Darcy Davis
Recorded at Red House Recording Studio
Mastered by Michael Den Elzen

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As the daughter of Central Australian folk music royalty, it is little wonder Sally Balfour has found her way to the stage as a singer-songwriter. While the isolation and extremes of the NT loom large in her songwriting, Sally's music connects on an individual level. Through Sally’s deeply personal, acoustic guitar driven songs you're taken on the journey of one woman's life in Australia's outback ... more

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