Lyrics and Love
AN: I'm not going to use all the lyrics to each song 'cause I think it flows better this way. The song is "Undeniable" by Mat Kearney. I recommend you download it or buy the cd. If nothing else, download iTunes (it's free), find the song on the iTunes store and listen for a sample of the song.
Disclaimer: I do not now, nor have I ever owned: Bones, Mat Kearney, Apple, or the FBI...I think that covers everything.
Chapter 2 Undeniable
As Mat Kearney's gentle voice filled the silence in the SUV, Booth grinned. It was the perfect song to describe Bones.
It's undeniable how brilliant you are
In an unreliable world you shine like a star
It wasn't just her job, he thought. She's beautiful and amazing in everything she does. She's been through so much, but has accepted it with grace and adapted to everything thrown at her.
It's unforgettable now that we've come this far
It's unmistakable that you're undeniable
As the first verse began Booth caught Temperance humming along.
"Great song, Bones."
"I think it's a new artist; Angela downloaded a bunch of music the last time she came over."
"I don't think I told you Bones, but thank you for yesterday." Booth's suddenly serious tone surprised the anthropologist.
"Thank you for what, Booth?"
"For solving the case. I know I was a little pushy but to find the man who killed that little boy... it meant a lot to me. I just wanted you to know that."
"Oh." Temperance shifted uncomfortably under Booth's direct gaze. "It's my job, Booth. We do this every day."
They shared an uneasy glance as the words washed over them.
A moment like a poem, you wish you could hold it
I shut my eyes like it's frozen, it's gone when I open
It slipped past the clouds right there where it lingered
Like your band and a girl could slip through your fingers
"I'm just thankful I get to be a part of what you do... making those bastards unsafe." Booth's words from their experience together in New Orleans comforted Temperance.
She relaxed, thinking about how he made her feel different. Like she was an important part of this dysfunctional family of their friends. She winced internally, recalling how life used to be.
My feet hit the ground like a beat for the lonely
On a path beaten down by the crowds in the morning
Her parents were gone. Shrouded by lies and deceit long before they went on the run.
If only I could touch past the phony
If only they were there now to hold me
As the questions keep droning
Booth listened to the song as he drove in the dark; Temperance watched him carefully. When Dad handcuffed me to a bench, ran out with Russ, he told Booth to watch over me. And he has. Through everything I've been through.
You're the only one who stuck it out last night
The only other one who caught the other line
You're the only one when this world collides
The one that I can't deny
The chorus began again, bringing Booth's thoughts back to his beautiful partner.
It's undeniable how brilliant you are
In an unreliable world you shine like a star
It's unforgettable now that we've come this far
It's unmistakable that you're undeniable
"Booth, you're unbelievable." He frowned, keeping his eyes trained on the road.
"What?"
"Not in a bad way, not like incorrigible. Just unbelievable."
"Explain." He said through gritted teeth, not trusting himself to speak.
"Beyond my understanding or belief. If someone told me about what you do and I didn't see it for myself, I wouldn't believe them." The genuine compliment softened Booth instantly. It wasn't unlike Temperance to only believe and trust what she could see, measure and observe. But this was more, this meant she had faith in him, trust in what he did.
Temperance waited, not expecting a response. Again, the lyrics spoke to her memory.
Speaking my peace to the past
I can't help but wonder, who is this wind at my back
A whisper to walk on, come on from all that
Could she forgive her father? Russ? They abandoned her on more than one occasion. While the anger had subsided, hurt still remained. The only comfort she held was in understanding they'd left her with Booth. Not alone like the first time, but with Booth.
You're the only one who stuck it out last night
The only other one who caught the other line
You're the only one when this world collides
The one that I can't deny
"Thank you for believing in me." Booth's words surprised Temperance; she suddenly looked away, well aware of the blush creeping up her cheeks. He knew how lucky he was, how brilliant she was, it was undeniable.
It's undeniable how brilliant you are
In an unreliable world you shine like a star
It's unforgettable now that we've come this far
It's unmistakable that you're undeniable
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"Hand it over. Come on, Booth. You agreed."
"First a disclaimer: some of these songs were from ex-girlfriends, so do not judge me."
"No promises," replied Temperance cheekily as she snatched the device and plugged it in.
Booth groaned when he heard the sounds coming through the SUV speakers.
You were lying in your bed,
You were feeling kind of sleepy
END Chapter
AN: This is one of my favorite songs ever. Hope you can guess the group and song.