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Its been several months since I've posted a song...
Due to some medical issues...
But the good Lord is getting me back on track...
And I've been busy catching up on all of the creative songwriters...
Who make this forum so great!

It may be a bit early but I'd like to share a Christmas song with all of you...
I loooove writing Christmas songs.
I don't know if I will have time to write one this year...
So I thought I would share one from the past the good Lord gave me.

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Technical Info:
I can't find the details...
I made a cursory check...
And I'm certain the style & mgu file is on a HD, CD, or USB drive around here...
But I haven't found the information...
Since I generally make my on styles...
I imagine I named the style something like Style???.sty...
And dropped it in the same folder with the other files...
So please forgive for the lack of technical information.

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Anyway I hope you enjoy this early Christmas creation...
Even though its got some warts...
And thanks for letting me be a part of your forum!





He's What Christmas is About © J Hughes

Intro 4 Bars

The house is decorated with mistletoe and lights
The children are dreaming Christmas dreams
Every one is waiting anticipating
They're wondering what Santa brings

Christmas today seems to be one big commercial
And Santa is a super star no doubt
But when Jesus was born they called it Christmas morning
He's what Christmas is about

Middle 4 Bars

A dying tree is standing in glitter and in gold
The presents are piled beneath its leaves
Santa Claus is coming bringing more gifts for
Good girls and boys Christmas Eve

Christmas today seems to be one big commercial
And Santa is a super star no doubt
But when Jesus was born they called it Christmas morning
He's what Christmas is about


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Jim,

This is a wonderful Christmas song.
Nicely written. Nice sentiment.

Warts? I certainly didn't see/hear any!!

Your vocal on this is awesome.

The underlying musical bed works perfectly. A good mix, too.

Really enjoyed this. Glad you are posting again. Merry Christmas!!

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It's a good one and that low voice is charming.


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Jim

A lovely Christmas song, and a top quality vocal.

Very nice.

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Hi Jim,

a good approach to the subject - over here they started seeling chocolate Santas already in late Seprteber...

Like always a solid composition, very, very well-sung.

All the best,

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Super vocal Jim. Glad you are feeling better. Lovely Christmas song..


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Hi Jim,

Good to hear a new one from you! Sorry to read you had some medical issues but happy that you are on the mend.

Wow, this has to be your best vocal yet! Such great tone. Sitting perfectly in the mix too.

This is a very well written Christmas song, very much enjoyed it.

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Nice work. Lovely vocals. Good lyrics with a good message. Good production.

And thanks for listen and comments on my song. I appreciate it.

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Jim,
I agree your vocal shines on this charming, sincere Christmas song. Good melody and mix as well- certainly not too early to feel some seasonal warmth!

Robert

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Originally Posted By: floyd jane
Jim,

This is a wonderful Christmas song.
Nicely written. Nice sentiment.

Warts? I certainly didn't see/hear any!!

Your vocal on this is awesome.

The underlying musical bed works perfectly. A good mix, too.

Really enjoyed this. Glad you are posting again. Merry Christmas!!

fj


Thanks Floyd for your generous comments...
I happy you enjoyed it!


Originally Posted By: rayc
It's a good one and that low voice is charming.

Thanks Ray...
I'm glad you thought the tune a good one...
And the vocals were pleasant.



Originally Posted By: PeterF
Jim

A lovely Christmas song, and a top quality vocal.

Very nice.

Peter

Thanks Peter...
Its nice to hear you thought it a lovely Christmas song...
With a good vocal...
Your kind comments are always appreciated!


Originally Posted By: Crossroads
Hi Jim,

a good approach to the subject - over here they started sealing chocolate Santas already in late September...

Like always a solid composition, very, very well-sung.

All the best,

Stefan

Thanks Stefan...
I always look forward to your wonderful comments...
Over here they seem to do they same thing...
They're even been advertising "Black Friday" deals long before "Black Friday" smile!



Originally Posted By: Scott C
Super vocal Jim. Glad you are feeling better. Lovely Christmas song..

Thanks Scott...
I'm pleased you liked the vocal & the song...
And I'm certainly glad I'm feeling better & back enjoying all of the talent here...



Originally Posted By: BlueAttitude
Hi Jim,

Good to hear a new one from you! Sorry to read you had some medical issues but happy that you are on the mend.

Wow, this has to be your best vocal yet! Such great tone. Sitting perfectly in the mix too.

This is a very well written Christmas song, very much enjoyed it.


Thanks Dave...
I always look forward to your kind comments & support...
And I'm delighted you like the song & vocal!



Originally Posted By: jptjptjpt
Nice work. Lovely vocals. Good lyrics with a good message. Good production.

And thanks for listen and comments on my song. I appreciate it.

Thanks jpt (Wish I knew you real name smile )...
I appreciate your support and kind words...
And I look forward to hearing more of your tunes!


Originally Posted By: Robertkc
Jim,
I agree your vocal shines on this charming, sincere Christmas song. Good melody and mix as well- certainly not too early to feel some seasonal warmth!

Robert

Thanks Robert...
I'm grateful for your comments & support...
And for the listen!


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Jim,

Nice country holiday feel to this . . . inviting, warm and very strong vocal. Really nice work on this!

All my best,

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Jim, like Floyd I sure didn't notice any of the "warts" you mentioned! I think you did an excellent job on this....especially the vocal! It's a great Christmas song! Hope you are doing well! Thanks Torrey

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It's so good to have you back, Jim. I was getting worried about you, but then I saw your comment on one of my songs, and my concern was assuaged.

This is a good song! Nice melody. If you had the right agent, this could easily be a new Christmas standard.

Keep 'em coming, Jim!

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Hi Jim,

What to say? everything is said about your very nice Christmas song. Especially about the vocals. They are very good and strong and to me also a bit lower. Did the doctors did all that to you as well? (just a nasty joke).
And also a touch of social criticism in it! Liked it that you put things straight about Christmas...

In your song there was a very nice progression, that gives the song some extra 'dimension'(can't find another word to describe this in English).

So, glad you're back! Not alone for your comments on the songs of others, but for making your music again. Christmas 2019 can't be bad now grin

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Jim,

This is a really, really beautiful song. Love your vocals - you sound better than ever! I hope your medical issues are now in the past - thank you so much for sharing this genuinely beautiful song. It's a deceptively understated production, I feel - it seems so simple and yet it communicates so well. Well done - and Happy Christmas to you when the day comes!

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Christmas songs already - I'm not complaining smile I found this one delightfully catchy, and it definitely got me in the spirit early. In particular, I thought your singing was outstanding here.

Thanks for sharing!


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Originally Posted By: Deej56
Jim,
Nice country holiday feel to this . . . inviting, warm and very strong vocal. Really nice work on this!
All my best,
Deej

Thanks Deej...
I always appreciate your comments & support!

Originally Posted By: Torrey Bliss
Jim, like Floyd I sure didn't notice any of the "warts" you mentioned! I think you did an excellent job on this....especially the vocal! It's a great Christmas song! Hope you are doing well! Thanks Torrey

Thanks Torrey...
You can hear those warts with headphones smile ...
A bit of distortion...
But I'm glad you liked the song...
And I appreciate your well-wishes for health!

Originally Posted By: Ezekiel's Storm
It's so good to have you back, Jim. I was getting worried about you, but then I saw your comment on one of my songs, and my concern was assuaged.
This is a good song! Nice melody. If you had the right agent, this could easily be a new Christmas standard.
Keep 'em coming, Jim!

Thanks Scott...
That's really a wonderful compliment...
However...
With all the talented songwriters here...
If we all had the "right agent"...
We would be creating many new "standards" smile !

Originally Posted By: Birchwood
Hi Jim,
What to say? everything is said about your very nice Christmas song. Especially about the vocals. They are very good and strong and to me also a bit lower. Did the doctors did all that to you as well? (just a nasty joke).
And also a touch of social criticism in it! Liked it that you put things straight about Christmas...
In your song there was a very nice progression, that gives the song some extra 'dimension'(can't find another word to describe this in English).
So, glad you're back! Not alone for your comments on the songs of others, but for making your music again. Christmas 2019 can't be bad now grin
Hans

Thanks Hans...
You know I always appreciate your support, comments, & concerns...
You are one of the many reasons that make this forum so great!

Originally Posted By: musician17
Jim,
This is a really, really beautiful song. Love your vocals - you sound better than ever! I hope your medical issues are now in the past - thank you so much for sharing this genuinely beautiful song. It's a deceptively understated production, I feel - it seems so simple and yet it communicates so well. Well done - and Happy Christmas to you when the day comes!


Thanks James...
For your continuing comments & support...
Medically...
I'm not out of the Ardennes quite yet...
But at least I've escaped the artillery shelling...
Now if I only stay away from Nurse Pokem...
She's making me feel like a pin cushion smile !

Originally Posted By: Deryk - PG Music
Christmas songs already - I'm not complaining smile I found this one delightfully catchy, and it definitely got me in the spirit early. In particular, I thought your singing was outstanding here.
Thanks for sharing!

Thank you Deryk...
For listening & commenting...
Your support is always greatly appreciated!


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Sorry about the illness and glad you are better!

And what a way to return.

Not much to add. This is a lovely, well written and
obviously heartfelt song. You vocal is standout!

Excellent...

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Wow, what a great Christmas song. Really soothing. Can't find anything wrong,other than I did hear the distortion that you referred to, but I thought it was just me!! Love it!!

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Originally Posted By: Janice & Bud
Sorry about the illness and glad you are better!

And what a way to return.

Not much to add. This is a lovely, well written and
obviously heartfelt song. You vocal is standout!

Excellent...

J&B

Thanks...
I certainly appreciate your continued comments & support.


Originally Posted By: Ronnie Fields
Wow, what a great Christmas song. Really soothing. Can't find anything wrong,other than I did hear the distortion that you referred to, but I thought it was just me!! Love it!!


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