Lyric discussion by bulgie 

Cover art for Birmingham lyrics by Shovels and Rope

In the second Rock of Ages chorus, it seems clear as a bell to me that they sing "Forget of thee", not "Forget a beat". I'm listening to the recording on O' Be Joyful, haven't seen them live yet ("terrible pity"!)

Anyone else hear it that way? I tried the Edit page but I don't think it "took".

Love this song so much I had tears in my eyes just now listening again.

Thank you SongMeanings!

@bulgie Definitely "forget of thee". Cary Ann sings a lot about her relationship with God and I believe this is a reference to that.