Buc McMaster Posted August 21, 2010 Share Posted August 21, 2010 It's been a dry spell for me lately when it comes to writing, but I have managed to scratch out this over the last two weeks. It is my typical fare; simple chord structure to provide a vehicle for lyrics and melody......and very short, under 2 minutes. As I fiddled with this particular melody it seemed like something I had heard before but I still cannot put a finger on it. (If it sounds familiar to anyone please tell me!) I'm still not satisfied with a line or two here, so maybe this is a bit of an early release..... As many of you know, singing and playing acoustic guitar solo can be quite an intimidating experience and we're all our own worse critics. With that in mind, pardon my fright as I sing my new song..... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0sSMCZxLpDs Love Live & Listen copyright 2010 MBBowen The day will come....when my eyes no longer see If the sun don't rise, won't make no difference to me I won't hear....the thunder of a summer storm Won't feel the rain on my face anymore So while I am here....I will love, live and listen Pour my soul over you and we'll know what we've been missin' This is mine....by the grace of just letting go And giving all means getting more than most will know Love live and listen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnneS Posted August 21, 2010 Share Posted August 21, 2010 Lovely! You sound great, and the song comes from that mature, honest place where all fine songs begin. Thanks for sharing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aitch Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 Really enjoyed that Buc......and alotta wisdom in those words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigKahune Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 Lyrically a very nice sentiment. And I like your arrangement too. Very enjoyable performance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gilliangirl Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 I love the sweetness of it. It's dealing with a sad subject, but it does it so sweetly and sincerely. The melody fits it perfectly. Excellent work, Buc. You and my friend Roxanne just have the knack for song-writing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissouriPicker Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 I like it a great deal. Your sincerity and emotion is obvious, but this song offers far more than sincerity and emotion. I think you write very well. Very easy to listen-to. And there is absolutly nothing in the world wrong with a simple chord structure--------I Walk the Line, Sea of Heartbreak, You're Cheatin' Heart, Jambalaya(2 chords), Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain, Runaway, Detroit City, and on and on........all of Hank's songs, all of Johnny's songs, all of Merle's songs......Keep doing what you're doing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrGibs Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 Bravo Mike! Another great one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rambler Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 "The day will come....when my eyes no longer see If the sun don't rise, won't make no difference to me I won't hear....the thunder of a summer storm Won't feel the rain on my face anymore So while I am here....I will love, live and listen" Uhm-hm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuestionMark Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 Really well crafted. Question Mark aka Jazzman Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strummer63 Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 I've never posted on this forum before, but I want to say how much I enjoyed this. I've just listened to it four times straight off and put it in my Youtube favourites. Many thanks and well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluegrass Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 Very nice Buc!!! Was well worth your "dry spell"!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gilliangirl Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 I've never posted on this forum before, but I want to say how much I enjoyed this. I've just listened to it four times straight off and put it in my Youtube favourites. Many thanks and well done. Welcome to the forum, Strummer63! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strummer63 Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 Welcome to the forum, Strummer63! Thanks, hello everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vourot Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 Well done. Nice axe too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buc McMaster Posted August 23, 2010 Author Share Posted August 23, 2010 Thank you for the love! This particular tune could be so much more with more voices and instruments, and to that end some old friends have volunteered their considerable talents to do a studio take. An upright bass, second guitar and at least three voices for backing harmonies.....wow......it could sound pretty good. Something for the future, I reckon. It was a tough weekend here. I'll just say that my belief in these words was put to a severe test..... Thanks again for your gracious comments! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertjohn Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 Beautiful Buc. Loved the song. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrGibs Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 You don't need nothing but your guitar and your voice, Buc. Believe me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissouriPicker Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 I got to go with MrGibs' view. You don't need to add more voices/instruments. More is not always better. This song is very personal and intimate. Just you and your guitar personify that. Before (and this is simply my opinion) I did any changing, I'd get a real clean rendition of the song with just your vocal and guitar. As good as you feel you can make it. Do whatever tweeks seem necessary and see what you've got. There's a tremendous amount to be said for "simple." Again, nice work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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