Steve and Ainsley Apirana: Music

Its about the caravan in Christchurch Square, where Steve worked for 7 years before going out on the road as a gospel singer. It was the drop in centre for the Anglican church and was a meeting place for many a weary traveller on life's highway. There was always a good cup of tea, a friendly welcome and a game of chess or strum on a guitar.

CARAVAN

E C G D
Monday morning, such a cold day.
E C G D
Need some comfort. Chase my blues away.
E G C D
Here it comes. Such a small thing.
E G D
But where would I be without it.

E C G D
Friday evening, all your money’s gone.
E C G D
Can’t go nowhere, won’t go home.
E C G D
There it stands, yellow lights aglow.
E G D
Warm and cosy conversation.

G D A E
Caravan, out there sitting in the square.
G D A E
Caravan, you can meet anybody there.
G D A E
Caravan where they treat everyone the same.
G D A E
Caravan, no regrets. You’ll be glad you came.

(chorus)
A7 D7 A7 D7
Make a difference to everyone you meet.
A7 D7 A7 D7
Close the distance, Bring healing to the streets.
A7 D7 A7 D7
Make a difference. Show them all you care.
A7 D7 A7 D7
Close the Distance between here and there.

E C G D
All are welcome. It’s an open door.
E C G D
Bring your troubles. There’s a listening ear.
E C G D
Rest for weary. Drink for thirsty.
E G D
Pointing in the right direction

G D A E
Caravan, invitation, come to rest or play.
G D A E
Caravan, giving Jesus in a Jesus way.
G D A E
Caravan, need some comfort, chase your blues away.
G D A E
Caravan, city mission, keep the wolf at bay.
G D A E
Caravan, out there, sitting in the square.
G D A E
Caravan, you can meet anybody there.
G D A E
Caravan, one more reason, what I’m living for.
(Repeat Chorus)