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Don't Need A Man To Make Me Feel Like A Woman

Leon sent me a song idea with Janice in mind.
It was an interesting lyric! – just had to fit lines such as:
Like a fish needs a velocipede
Had to look that one up on Wikipedia.

Fortunately for us Janice kindly agreed to sing – Leon obviously channeled his feminine side whilst writing this but I’m not sure it would have sounded right with him singing.

Lyrics – Leon
Vocals -the incomparable Janice Merritt
I played the guitar and put it all together

Thanks to Bud for recording Janice, feedback on the mix and encouragement.

The Band:
RealTracks in song: 2610:Bass, Electric, SoulFunkSwingAlex Sw 120
RealTracks in style: 2437:Piano, Acoustic, Rhythm NewOrleansShuffleKevin Sw 130
RealTracks in style: 2436:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm NewOrleansShuffle Sw 130
RealTracks in song: ~425:Organ, B3, Background Blues Sw 120
RealDrums in style: NewOrleansShuffle^04-a:Kick Shuffle , b:Ride, Shuffle
Horns – some old horn samples I had lying around


Don’t need a man to make me feel like a woman


You think that ladies love outlaws
But honey let me set you straight
What gets my temperature rising
Listen up, and I will relate
I need a man I can talk to
Who understands what I need
Not a stud with only one talent
I got to care for and feed

I don’t need a man to make me feel like a woman
Just need a man I can rely on to be true
I don’t need a man to make me feel like a woman
Just need a man I can rely on to be true


I’m looking for a man who’s not afraid
To reveal his softer side
A man who knows just when to push
And when to let it slide
I need a man who’s not a stranger
To poetry and art
Who’s gentle, kind and sensitive
But with a lion’s heart

I don’t need a man to make me feel like a woman
Just need a man I can rely on to be true
I don’t need a man to make me feel like a woman
Just need a man I can rely on to be true


You think that ladies love outlaws
Oh, but that’s been overstated
A lady wants a man to make her life
Easier, not more complicated
Some say a woman needs a man
Like a fish needs a velocipede
And while I don’t agree
There are certain qualities I need

You’ve got to treat me like an equal in every way
Pick up on the subtle signs I send
Pay close attention to every word I say
Be my demon lover as well as my best friend

I don’t need a man to make me feel like a woman
Just need a man I can rely on to be true
I don’t need a man to make me feel like a woman
Just need a man I can rely on to be true

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Janice, Peter and Leon,

This is very entertaining! from start to finish.

The writing is strong, the melody is top notch, the arrangement is as creative as they come, the mix is excellent and Janice's vocals raise the proverbial roof (Janice, you've absolutely nailed singing the lyrics!).

I don't know what to say! For that reason, I'm leaving it up to you. Please choose whichever one or more of the below appeal to you smile

  • first class
  • stunning
  • totally enjoyable
  • professional through and through
  • clever
  • skillful
  • music at its best
  • absolute quality

All the best,
Noel

P.S. I'm in awe of anyone who can use 'velocipede' in lyrics and then set it to music!


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Love the groove on this, a fun track! Guitar work is right on the money, as is the vocal (no surprise there!)
Nice one!

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Nice work on this.

The groove fits Janice to the tee.


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This song shines. A good fit for Janice's outstanding vocal. The addition of the horns really worked well to me.

Enjoyable all around.

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Very cool feel to this song. Excellent collaboration. Vocal, guitar, lyric and backtrack all excellent . Well done Janice, Peter and Leon...


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Love the honky talk blues sound with the horns and organ - really cool arrangement. Janice sounds terrific.
Velocipede - really? LOL!

Fun song. Love it!


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This rocks right from the off!

Nice guitar and the vocals handled so well, very tuneful and foot tapping.

Great solo and nice Brass.

Cheers.
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Thank you very much Noel. This was a LOT of fun!

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Leon/Peter/Janice

A terrific listen. (I did have to look up "velocipede").

Everything is right where it needs to be. As I listened, I simply... Listened!

The horns work!

The vocal - golden.

Nice.

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This is just so much fun to listen to. someday if I ever get good enough, I'm gong to write a song with the lyrics that match your voice.

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Originally Posted By: Noel96
Janice, Peter and Leon,

This is very entertaining! from start to finish.

The writing is strong, the melody is top notch, the arrangement is as creative as they come, the mix is excellent and Janice's vocals raise the proverbial roof (Janice, you've absolutely nailed singing the lyrics!).

I don't know what to say! For that reason, I'm leaving it up to you. Please choose whichever one or more of the below appeal to you smile

  • first class
  • stunning
  • totally enjoyable
  • professional through and through
  • clever
  • skillful
  • music at its best
  • absolute quality

All the best,
Noel

P.S. I'm in awe of anyone who can use 'velocipede' in lyrics and then set it to music!


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Thanks for the kind review. Janice certainly nailed it. Have to get me a velocipede one day.
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Well, what can we add to all this positivity?
We'll give it a try:

top-notch mix
very cool guitar work
Horn section beautiful
the ending of the song, just sounds like a real band.
And once again top-notch vocals by Janice!

Rob & Anne-Marie


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Originally Posted By: BlueAttitude
Love the groove on this, a fun track! Guitar work is right on the money, as is the vocal (no surprise there!)
Nice one!


Thanks! I'm glad you liked it and I appreciate you mentioning my vocal. Peter and Leon handed me a very cool song to work with.

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Originally Posted By: Mike. R.
This rocks right from the off!

Nice guitar and the vocals handled so well, very tuneful and foot tapping.

Great solo and nice Brass.

Cheers.
Mike.


Plus 1 to that and a big kudos on your guitar playing, Peter- really well integrated with the Real Tracks.

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Originally Posted By: Guitarhacker
Nice work on this.

The groove fits Janice to the tee.


Thank you Herb

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Totally loved this! great beat and arrangement. And, of course, Janice's vocal is top notched. Great sound on the guitar and the horns are a great touch in the last half of the song. Great job in every way!

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Hello, Peter,Leon and Janice

Very nice honky talk blues with horns.
As, Noel said,
This is very entertaining! from start to finish.
Top-notch vocals by Janice!
And your guitar playing is very cool.
Enjoyed my listen a lot.

Best regards.

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Originally Posted By: BlueAttitude
Love the groove on this, a fun track! Guitar work is right on the money, as is the vocal (no surprise there!)
Nice one!


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Thanks for those nice comments glad you enjoyed.

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Originally Posted By: Guitarhacker
Nice work on this.

The groove fits Janice to the tee.


Thanks Herb.

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Really, really, well put together you guys. This is a real foot tapper, and the vocals are super warm.

Fantastic job all around.

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Cool song, great lyrics and melody. Interesting write
guitar sounds very good, mix, horns, vocals, it rocks
Fine job by all
Enjoyed

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Peter / Janice,

Sounds great! Love the song, vocal and production. Excellent job!

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Originally Posted By: Charlie Fogle
This song shines. A good fit for Janice's outstanding vocal. The addition of the horns really worked well to me.

Enjoyable all around.

Charlie


Originally Posted By: Scott C
Very cool feel to this song. Excellent collaboration. Vocal, guitar, lyric and backtrack all excellent . Well done Janice, Peter and Leon...


Charlie and Scott, thank you for the nice comments!

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I love the vocals on this one! And the lyrics are so unique, and captivating. Great job guys, this sounds incredible!

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Originally Posted By: Charlie Fogle
This song shines. A good fit for Janice's outstanding vocal. The addition of the horns really worked well to me.

Enjoyable all around.

Charlie


Charlie thanks for the nice review much appreciated.

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Originally Posted By: Scott C
Very cool feel to this song. Excellent collaboration. Vocal, guitar, lyric and backtrack all excellent . Well done Janice, Peter and Leon...


Thanks a lot Scott

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Originally Posted By: Sundance
Love the honky talk blues sound with the horns and organ - really cool arrangement. Janice sounds terrific.
Velocipede - really? LOL!

Fun song. Love it!



Originally Posted By: Mike. R.
This rocks right from the off!

Nice guitar and the vocals handled so well, very tuneful and foot tapping.

Great solo and nice Brass.

Cheers.
Mike.


Josie and Mike, thank you for listening and for the nice review!

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Originally Posted By: Sundance
Love the honky talk blues sound with the horns and organ - really cool arrangement. Janice sounds terrific.
Velocipede - really? LOL!

Fun song. Love it!


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Originally Posted By: Mike. R.
This rocks right from the off!

Nice guitar and the vocals handled so well, very tuneful and foot tapping.

Great solo and nice Brass.

Cheers.
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Wonderful right, and Janice's voice really is a perfect fit. I thought your guitar was a RealTrack for the first little bit, too smile Awesome stuff!


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Originally Posted By: floyd jane
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A terrific listen. (I did have to look up "velocipede").

Everything is right where it needs to be. As I listened, I simply... Listened!

The horns work!

The vocal - golden.

Nice.


Thank you floyd!

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This is just so much fun to listen to. someday if I ever get good enough, I'm gong to write a song with the lyrics that match your voice.


Thanks Marty!

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Hi, Bud & Janice !


What a song ! WOW !
loved the groove
and Janice´s voice
is just made for it !:))

Cheers
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Originally Posted By: floyd jane
Leon/Peter/Janice

A terrific listen. (I did have to look up "velocipede").

Everything is right where it needs to be. As I listened, I simply... Listened!

The horns work!

The vocal - golden.

Nice.


Thanks Floyd appreciate the comments.

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Originally Posted By: RnAM
Well, what can we add to all this positivity?
We'll give it a try:

top-notch mix
very cool guitar work
Horn section beautiful
the ending of the song, just sounds like a real band.
And once again top-notch vocals by Janice!

Rob & Anne-Marie



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Originally Posted By: Mike. R.
This rocks right from the off!

Nice guitar and the vocals handled so well, very tuneful and foot tapping.

Great solo and nice Brass.

Cheers.
Mike.


Plus 1 to that and a big kudos on your guitar playing, Peter- really well integrated with the Real Tracks.

Robert



Thanks Y'all. I' m happy that Peter and Leon invited me to sing this. We had fun!

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Hi Peter, Leon, Janice and bud. From the title I was expecting a shania twain type thing and although by very different form these I was not dissapointed. Janice's vocal as usual brings the song to life so beautifully. A great piece of writing and wonderful production,


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Originally Posted By: Marty Sorensen
This is just so much fun to listen to. someday if I ever get good enough, I'm gong to write a song with the lyrics that match your voice.


Marty thanks for those nice comments, I'm lucky someone else writes the lyrics for me.
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Originally Posted By: RnAM
Well, what can we add to all this positivity?
We'll give it a try:

top-notch mix
very cool guitar work
Horn section beautiful
the ending of the song, just sounds like a real band.
And once again top-notch vocals by Janice!

Rob & Anne-Marie


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Originally Posted By: Mike. R.
This rocks right from the off!

Nice guitar and the vocals handled so well, very tuneful and foot tapping.

Great solo and nice Brass.

Cheers.
Mike.


Plus 1 to that and a big kudos on your guitar playing, Peter- really well integrated with the Real Tracks.

Robert



Thanks a lot Robert much appreciated.

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Originally Posted By: Al-David
Totally loved this! great beat and arrangement. And, of course, Janice's vocal is top notched. Great sound on the guitar and the horns are a great touch in the last half of the song. Great job in every way!

Alan & Di


Thanks you two! I appreciate it.

Janice


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Hello, Peter,Leon and Janice

Very nice honky talk blues with horns.
As, Noel said,
This is very entertaining! from start to finish.
Top-notch vocals by Janice!
And your guitar playing is very cool.
Enjoyed my listen a lot.

Best regards.

Shigeki Adachi


Thanks Shigeki! That was very nice of you.

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Extremely late on this one. Mea Culpa. It's all been said. Well done.




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Originally Posted By: Al-David
Totally loved this! great beat and arrangement. And, of course, Janice's vocal is top notched. Great sound on the guitar and the horns are a great touch in the last half of the song. Great job in every way!

Alan & Di


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Much appreciated - Janice certainly makes putting these songs together enjoyable.

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Originally Posted By: animarorecords
Hello, Peter,Leon and Janice

Very nice honky talk blues with horns.
As, Noel said,
This is very entertaining! from start to finish.
Top-notch vocals by Janice!
And your guitar playing is very cool.
Enjoyed my listen a lot.

Best regards.

Shigeki Adachi


Thanks Shigeki glad you liked it.

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Originally Posted By: David Snyder
Really, really, well put together you guys. This is a real foot tapper, and the vocals are super warm.

Fantastic job all around.


David
Thanks for listening and for the nice comments.

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OK...y'all need to be aware that this song killed my tea kettle. I had water on to boil, but when this song came on I had to crank up the volume and listen to it over and over. Consequently, I didn't hear the kettle whistling, and it boiled all the water out and turned the kettle red hod, melting the plastic handle. Bummer.

Very fun song, well delivered by all parties involved! Loved the guitar work, and Janice had her ABCs in order with a very Animated, Believable and Compelling performance!

You have more song-writing nerve than I do.. I'm not so sure I'd be willing (as a man) to write a song about what women want. But it certainly works as one point of view on a very complex topic!

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Originally Posted By: 44kfl
Cool song, great lyrics and melody. Interesting write
guitar sounds very good, mix, horns, vocals, it rocks
Fine job by all
Enjoyed


Thanks a lot Kenny.

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Originally Posted By: David Snyder
Really, really, well put together you guys. This is a real foot tapper, and the vocals are super warm.

Fantastic job all around.


Thank you David!!

Janice



Originally Posted By: 44kfl
Cool song, great lyrics and melody. Interesting write
guitar sounds very good, mix, horns, vocals, it rocks
Fine job by all
Enjoyed


Thanks Kenny. Peter and Leon handed me a good one!!

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Well, well, well...

Ms. Janice, I would presume the lyrics were especially meaningful to you. The way you laid them down in the flow of the music -- the laid-back timing and the (seemingly) casual placement of them -- causes me to imagine that you'd probably know your way around a jazz ballad. To my ears, you possess the quality that the late Rosemary Clooney described as "talking a song", meaning that you make the lyrics sound like a story is being told. Personally, I'd love to hear you perform something a capella.

"PeterF" (as in Frampton? cool), I didn't know you played the gee-tar, boss, but I sho' know it, now! You're really slick with your "pick", dude! Also, the rhythm, the horn arrangement, along with the rest of the instruments, makes the song a whole bunch'a fun t' lissen to...

"Leon", your lyrics command attention. As "Pat Marr" stated, "you have more song-writing nerve than I do.. I'm not so sure I'd be willing (as a man) to write a song about what women want. But it certainly works as one point of view on a very complex topic!"

Agreed! But then, again, I don't think it would be all that complex to "write a song about what women want". Myself, I'd just fill in the verses with all of the things I've done "wrong" in a relationship, and then add the line, "Baby, I'm sorry!" to each and every one of them! Hah! blush laugh

Also, take note of the fact that, according to the genetic scientists, the "X" -- the female chromosome, which women have two of -- is present also alongside the "Y", in the male chromosome configuration, "XY". The "female" side that "peterF" mentioned is almost without exception in all of us males...

Now, where did I put that dog-gone "X" chromosome??? I just know it's in here, somewhere... smile

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To Peter, Leon and "the incomparable Janice Merritt"

Wow, this is just so sensational.

Everything about this was is first class.

Just how good is the entire production. Quality, quality, quality.

Some of the best that's been presented.


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Sounds great! Love the song, vocal and production. Excellent job!

Bob


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Thanks a lot.

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Peter / Janice,

Sounds great! Love the song, vocal and production. Excellent job!

Bob


Thank you Bob!

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Originally Posted By: Deryk - PG Music
I love the vocals on this one! And the lyrics are so unique, and captivating. Great job guys, this sounds incredible!

- Deryk


Thanks Deryk, I appreciate listening and commenting!

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Of course, Janice nailed the vocals. Who wouldn't expect that? Great job on the guitar work. And a good solid write from Leon and you. Makes for a really nice song, fun to listen to!

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Originally Posted By: Deryk - PG Music
I love the vocals on this one! And the lyrics are so unique, and captivating. Great job guys, this sounds incredible!

- Deryk


Thanks for listening and the nice comments.

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Originally Posted By: Will B - PG Music
Wonderful right, and Janice's voice really is a perfect fit. I thought your guitar was a RealTrack for the first little bit, too smile Awesome stuff!


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Originally Posted By: Will B - PG Music
Wonderful right, and Janice's voice really is a perfect fit. I thought your guitar was a RealTrack for the first little bit, too smile Awesome stuff!


Thanks Will! That was very nice.

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Originally Posted By: dani48
Hi, Bud & Janice !

What a song ! WOW !
loved the groove
and Janice´s voice
is just made for it !:))

Cheers
Dani


Thank you Dani. This was a LOT of fun!
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Originally Posted By: JoanneCooper
Hi Peter, Leon, Janice and bud. From the title I was expecting a shania twain type thing and although by very different form these I was not dissapointed. Janice's vocal as usual brings the song to life so beautifully. A great piece of writing and wonderful production,


Joanne, thanks listening and saying that. Bud and I have been really enjoying your FAWN journey!

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Originally Posted By: dani48
Hi, Bud & Janice !


What a song ! WOW !
loved the groove
and Janice´s voice
is just made for it !:))

Cheers
Dani


Thanks Dani - it was really nice to write a song with Janice in mind.

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Originally Posted By: JoanneCooper
Hi Peter, Leon, Janice and bud. From the title I was expecting a shania twain type thing and although by very different form these I was not dissapointed. Janice's vocal as usual brings the song to life so beautifully. A great piece of writing and wonderful production,

Joanne
Thanks much appreciated.
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Originally Posted By: 90 dB
Extremely late on this one. Mea Culpa. It's all been said. Well done.




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Bob


Thanks Bob

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Originally Posted By: Pat Marr
OK...y'all need to be aware that this song killed my tea kettle. I had water on to boil, but when this song came on I had to crank up the volume and listen to it over and over. Consequently, I didn't hear the kettle whistling, and it boiled all the water out and turned the kettle red hod, melting the plastic handle. Bummer.

Very fun song, well delivered by all parties involved! Loved the guitar work, and Janice had her ABCs in order with a very Animated, Believable and Compelling performance!

You have more song-writing nerve than I do.. I'm not so sure I'd be willing (as a man) to write a song about what women want. But it certainly works as one point of view on a very complex topic!


Thanks for the review Pat. Sorry about the kettle.

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Originally Posted By: bluage
Well, well, well...

Ms. Janice, I would presume the lyrics were especially meaningful to you. The way you laid them down in the flow of the music -- the laid-back timing and the (seemingly) casual placement of them -- causes me to imagine that you'd probably know your way around a jazz ballad. To my ears, you possess the quality that the late Rosemary Clooney described as "talking a song", meaning that you make the lyrics sound like a story is being told. Personally, I'd love to hear you perform something a capella.

"PeterF" (as in Frampton? cool), I didn't know you played the gee-tar, boss, but I sho' know it, now! You're really slick with your "pick", dude! Also, the rhythm, the horn arrangement, along with the rest of the instruments, makes the song a whole bunch'a fun t' lissen to...

"Leon", your lyrics command attention. As "Pat Marr" stated, "you have more song-writing nerve than I do.. I'm not so sure I'd be willing (as a man) to write a song about what women want. But it certainly works as one point of view on a very complex topic!"

Agreed! But then, again, I don't think it would be all that complex to "write a song about what women want". Myself, I'd just fill in the verses with all of the things I've done "wrong" in a relationship, and then add the line, "Baby, I'm sorry!" to each and every one of them! Hah! blush laugh

Also, take note of the fact that, according to the genetic scientists, the "X" -- the female chromosome, which women have two of -- is present also alongside the "Y", in the male chromosome configuration, "XY". The "female" side that "peterF" mentioned is almost without exception in all of us males...

Now, where did I put that dog-gone "X" chromosome??? I just know it's in here, somewhere... smile

LOREN (a.k.a. "bluage")


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Originally Posted By: 90 dB
Extremely late on this one. Mea Culpa. It's all been said. Well done.

Regards,

Bob


Thank you Bob!

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Originally Posted By: Pat Marr
OK...y'all need to be aware that this song killed my tea kettle. I had water on to boil, but when this song came on I had to crank up the volume and listen to it over and over. Consequently, I didn't hear the kettle whistling, and it boiled all the water out and turned the kettle red hod, melting the plastic handle. Bummer.

Very fun song, well delivered by all parties involved! Loved the guitar work, and Janice had her ABCs in order with a very Animated, Believable and Compelling performance!

You have more song-writing nerve than I do.. I'm not so sure I'd be willing (as a man) to write a song about what women want. But it certainly works as one point of view on a very complex topic!


Pat, it is very nice to see you back here. Thank you for the kind remarks and I guess I owe you a tea kettle smile

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To Peter, Leon and "the incomparable Janice Merritt"

Wow, this is just so sensational.

Everything about this was is first class.

Just how good is the entire production. Quality, quality, quality.

Some of the best that's been presented.


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Originally Posted By: Steve Young
Of course, Janice nailed the vocals. Who wouldn't expect that? Great job on the guitar work. And a good solid write from Leon and you. Makes for a really nice song, fun to listen to!

Steve


Much appreciated Steve.

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Originally Posted By: bluage
Well, well, well...

Ms. Janice, I would presume the lyrics were especially meaningful to you. The way you laid them down in the flow of the music -- the laid-back timing and the (seemingly) casual placement of them -- causes me to imagine that you'd probably know your way around a jazz ballad. To my ears, you possess the quality that the late Rosemary Clooney described as "talking a song", meaning that you make the lyrics sound like a story is being told. Personally, I'd love to hear you perform something a capella.

"PeterF" (as in Frampton? cool), I didn't know you played the gee-tar, boss, but I sho' know it, now! You're really slick with your "pick", dude! Also, the rhythm, the horn arrangement, along with the rest of the instruments, makes the song a whole bunch'a fun t' lissen to...

"Leon", your lyrics command attention. As "Pat Marr" stated, "you have more song-writing nerve than I do.. I'm not so sure I'd be willing (as a man) to write a song about what women want. But it certainly works as one point of view on a very complex topic!"

Agreed! But then, again, I don't think it would be all that complex to "write a song about what women want". Myself, I'd just fill in the verses with all of the things I've done "wrong" in a relationship, and then add the line, "Baby, I'm sorry!" to each and every one of them! Hah! blush laugh

Also, take note of the fact that, according to the genetic scientists, the "X" -- the female chromosome, which women have two of -- is present also alongside the "Y", in the male chromosome configuration, "XY". The "female" side that "peterF" mentioned is almost without exception in all of us males...

Now, where did I put that dog-gone "X" chromosome??? I just know it's in here, somewhere... smile

LOREN (a.k.a. "bluage")


Thank you Loren. Bud has told me the same thing about talking a song. I appreciate your kind words. We both feel that the most important thing for any song of any genre is that it has soul. That makes it for us and I do my best to try to sing that way. And when you get handed a great song like this it is so much fun.

Janice

Originally Posted By: VideoTrack
To Peter, Leon and "the incomparable Janice Merritt"

Wow, this is just so sensational.

Everything about this was is first class.

Just how good is the entire production. Quality, quality, quality.

Some of the best that's been presented.


Thank you!!

Janice


Originally Posted By: Steve Young
Of course, Janice nailed the vocals. Who wouldn't expect that? Great job on the guitar work. And a good solid write from Leon and you. Makes for a really nice song, fun to listen to!

Steve


Thank you Steve!

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This rocks!! Great arrangement (horns/guitar, and the whole nine). Clever song, and Miss Janice kills it as usual!! This is a treat!! Take care. Greg

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