Labor

This past Saturday evening I got together with Peter, once again, to practice our songs.  We were playing with the idea of going out to an open mic this week... we have three solid songs that we've written and two covers.  However, until we figure out a name for our band, I am hesitant to step outside of our comfort zone.  Also, when it comes to performing covers, Peter is adamant about playing them topically, while I like to add my own twist to the songs... covers  may not be in store for us if we can't agree on how we want them to sound (Go ahead Peter: retort).  Despite this, when we write our songs, they are so organic, and our heads never clash.  Our minds combined create some of the greatest songs that I have written with another person.

There is a new song we are working on that was slightly unexpected to come about... but it worked its way in there.  I have to work on the lyrics a ton; they come from a poem I wrote back in February of 2004.  It was titled "The Toltec" because I was obsessed with naming my poems after the first couple words of each one (Emily Dickinson inspired).   It's about working really hard, but still trying to enjoy life.  I think the rename of the title to "Labor" is necessary to emphasize what the song is really about... I love the sound... it's a little more cryptic with a solid beat (and I can already imagine a remix).  As far as vocals are concerned, I want something a little more sultry and soulful than the other songs. Maybe Erykah Badu meets our other song "Frightening."  We shall see what we get from it...  we rough recorded a sampling, and I love how you can hear the rain falling in the background... I can imagine this song starting off with the sound of rain... something to remind us that we are all pouring our hearts out to get through this life, one work day at a time...

Away vs Walk Away

"Walk Away" is the title of my new song, a part two if you will of "Away," the first song I ever wrote.   "Away" is about a relationship that abruptly ends when that special someone ceases to communication with the singer: "It's been some time since I last spoke with you..."  However, she doesn't lament, but rather "managed to write something down... anyway." The melody is cyclical, but she doesn't mind "repeating myself, anyway..."  The song becomes more dramatic and the tempo increases when she professes her love: "I need you here, right here to stay," but she is still lost and wonders how is this possible, "we haven't spoken in weeks."  In the end, she just can't contemplate "why you've gone, away."

"Walk Away," on the other hand, is forceful, fast and slightly angry.  No drama here, since she knows she's not only going to survive the break up, but literally tell the guy if he does ever decide to talk to her again, "if you recognize me, well then, say your peace, and walk away!"  The bridge sums it all up when she says, "If you want to change me, well think again.  If there is no changing me, then... walk away, walk away, walk away!"  I have to say, for my sixth song, this one is definitely the most challenging, but oh so powerful and enjoyable to listen to while bobbing your head thinking, "is there ever gonna be a chance for you and me?  No way!"

Feel free to call me if you want to hear both songs.  I'm a sucker for an audience. =^_^=