Charlie Peacock - Turtle in a Chinese Food Box (Music Video)

Watch the official music video for "Turtle in a Chinese Food Box " by Charlie Peacock.

Charlie Peacock is a renowned Billboard chart-topping music producer, composer, and recording artist. He has developed and produced notable acts like The Civil Wars, Switchfoot, and The Lone Bellow. Recognized by Billboard as one of the top 500 producers in music history, Charlie's work spans film and TV, including soundtracks for "A Walk to Remember" and "12 Years a Slave." He has released solo works across various genres and written hits like "Every Heartbeat" and "In the Light." With over 25 million sales and multiple Grammy and Gospel Music Association awards, Charlie's memoir, "Roots & Rhythm," will be published on February 4, 2025.

CHARLIE PEACOCK

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LYRICS
Written by Charlie Peacock

Let's meet in the park, that's where we'll start
I'll bring you a turtle, baby
In a Chinese food box
We'll talk for hours, the world will be ours
We'll have a good time, I'll make you laugh a lot

There's no reason to think that anything but true love will bloom
'Cause we don't know what we don't know
The land we've been given is dirt made of hurt
Where the seeds of roses and weeds both grow
In the space of an inch, so closely entwined,
These two incongruent live to indwell our minds

Let's meet in the park, that's where we'll start
I'll bring you a turtle, baby
In a Chinese food box
We'll talk for hours, the world will be ours
We'll have a good time, I'll make you laugh a lot

You know you're in love when you ride your bike ten miles for a kiss
But you don't yet know how the wind will blow
The land we've been given, is dirt made of hurt
Where the seeds of roses and weeds both grow
In the space of an inch, so closely entwined,
These two incongruent live to indwell our minds
Make us beautiful and unkind

Who shall rescue us? Who shall rescue us?
Who shall rescue us? Rescue us, rescue us

Let's meet in the park, that's where we'll start
I'll bring you a turtle, baby
In a Chinese food box
We'll talk for hours, the world will be ours
We'll have a good time, I'll make you laugh a lot
(I like to think that I made you laugh a lot)

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[quentinguy]

Classic Peacock! Wistful without being sappy, insightful without being melodramatic, clever and fun--and the Americana vibe fits perfectly. Looking forward to the full album.

[matthewclarknet]

So much joy. I love the line about riding your bike 10 miles for a kiss.

[martyscott]

You, Steve Taylor, The Choir, Daniel Amos, and The 77s shaped my life in the 80s and 90s. Thanks for still putting out high quality music I can enjoy.

[TamiPeterson-lf]

I chat with young adults often and the question of dating comes up sometimes. This song reminds me that sometimes our foolish, young selves didn’t have it all figured out. We just wanted to be together and do things that are sort of silly to others but meaningful to us. Thanks for sharing this song for the next generations who need courage to be silly and sentimental about their own lives and loves!

[katvideo]

That took me right back to Yuba City, Fall 1970 and YCHS marching band. This Senior thought you and Andi were two of the coolest Freshmen around. I always knew you were going to make a mark with your music. You didn’t disappoint. Love the new song and video! All my love to you both.

[cdstark]

Love this--so much joy in the music and fun seeing the pics from way back when and now. Thanks!

[steveholsapple]

I have never danced with, or to a turtle in a chinese food box...but I just did. Thank you, thank you very much!

[CraigDaniels-yf]

The first time I heard this it touched my heart. Then I realized it was for Andi and it has grabbed my soul.

[billkeith]

A very sweet and delightful song. Who doesn't love a truly lovely love story?

[opusmle]

Charlie, thank you for continuing to provide joy and inspiration. Cannot wait for the full project to drop. I'll never forget the time you came for an "artist chat" type thing to a church near me in Goshen, IN. It was so great to hear you talk about the things you're still talking about and to hear some songs, too. This would have been at least 15 or so years ago. And you're still doing the stuff (and I'm still listening).

[jonathanbennett]

Such a beautiful song. I can't wait for the full album release. Thank you for staying faithful to being who you were made to be.

[DuncanMok]

Love it… and reminds me that there are Charlie Peacock traces all over the music of my life. ❤

[rickconti]

You rock even when you don't. Keep the quality coming. This song brings me back to my dating days with my now wife. Sweet.

[LeslieFrank-dxiy]

I've learned so much from Charlie and Andi! I love this! Can hardly wait to hear the whole album!!

[KimThomas-vk]

The easy joy is absolutely wonderful and oh so fabulous!! Thanks CP!!

[jasonng]

Love this song. But you really can't help yourself. Can't you just give us a happy song to dance to without making us think deep thoughts: "These two incongruent live to indwell our minds Make us beautiful and unkind". 😃. Great great song.

[vickyhenderson]

What a delightful cut!! Bravo, Sacramento Neighbors!! Keep 'em comin'...

[mcgilliman]

Beautiful song! Love the music video too.

[brianmcintyre]

Love it! Can’t wait to hear the whole album!!!

[tomeggebrecht]

One of my favorite artists keeps making it happen! Well done, Charlie! Thanks for the joy!