DIY Song

from The Human Touch by Adrian West

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Sometimes writing the lyrics to a song is a daunting task. I found a workaround...

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The chords are written
The form, the rhythm
The melody are all figured out
I just need the lyric
Can't seem to hear it
What's this song all about?

The waltzing meter
And solemn demeanor
They give it a sorrowful mood
But here in the verses
Under the surface
I can hear happiness too
Two jaded lovers
Craving each other
Afraid of letting it show
The story's compelling
And ripe for the telling
I could give it a go

But I'm not a poet
You might as well know it
My quill is best left on the shelf
If you require meaning
To go with my singing
You'd better provide it yourself

Chorus:
Forget all your struggles
Your toils and troubles
And let this sweet melody swing you around
Hold onto the feeling
For all it's revealing
And that's what the song is about

I know it's crazy
A little bit lazy
Not what you thought it would be
I'm just a musician
With a writer's ambition
This isn't easy for me

Joy and sadness
And moments of madness
Are roaming around in your heart
I could describe them
Endeavour to rhyme them
Why don't you do your part?

Double chorus:
Forget all your struggles
Your toils and troubles
And let this sweet melody swing you around
Hold onto this feeling
For all it's revealing
And that's what the song is about

Forget all your struggles
Your toils and troubles
And let this sweet melody swing you around
Remember the feeling
However revealing
And that's what the song is about

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from The Human Touch, released July 3, 2019

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Adrian West Oakland, California

Adrian West Band is an Oakland-based acoustic rock ensemble. Think Paul Simon meets Dave Matthews Band meets Talkingheads. A fun mix of originals, covers and instrumentals spanning acoustic rock, jazz & classical styles. Vocal harmonies, acoustic guitar, electric violin, saxophone, upright bass, drums & live looping. Adrian takes delight in setting real life topics to joyful music. ... more

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