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Hold My Hand on Soundcloud
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A song about being there. It's a corny kumbaya song. It reminds me of something Reverend Tim-Tom would sing on the TV show The Middle.

If you make it to the last chorus, there is an ear test of sorts: the 3-part harmony with different melodies and lyrics.

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Hold My Hand

Hold my hand when the day is drawing near its end,
and stand by me when you feel you need a friend.

When you're down and out and feel there's no where you can turn, turn to me, my friend, your friend
I'll be there to help you through those times,
and help you see just who you are.
When you feel you can't go on, and you need someone
to pull you through the day okay,
Okay, I'll be happy just to hold you, give you my support,
and chase your blues away.

Life will test your fortitude, your resolve to clear a path
through this maze of craze some way.
Call on me to help you draw the line,
and give you what you need to win.
If you fall and need a lift,
I'll be there to lend support and help you keep your stride aright.
I'll stay by your side to help you,
walk with you awhile to keep your goal in sight.

LO: Hold my hand when you need somone. Call me when you...
HI: Call when you need me. I will be listening.
You're not alone, and it's not the end.
So I am here for you. Just call when you...

CH-- F C G Am F C G C

V-- C C G G Am Am G G
C C G G F Am G C


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Marty,

Great song and awesome vocal. I love the Harry Chapin-esque feel that this one has. The ending is very cool and works perfectly. Excellent tracks selections, bass and mix.

Loved it!

Bob

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Cool hymn to friendship. Super vocals/harmonies. Nice band, expertly arranged. The banjo was a nice change of pace. Love the instrumental interlude and wild vocal finish! Doesn't sound corny to me, but...maybe I just like corny. Who cares?! Love your song. smile


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I agree with Hans’ comment on Soundcloud - such sensitive lyrics Marty,
fabulous vocals and great production/mix - sounds very genuine and not
at all corny, quite a hymn to friendship!!

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Thank you, Marty, for writing this kind of song. Kindness is rare these days.
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This is a cool song.

We all need a friend now and then.

Sounds good.


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You know I have a weakness for harmonies.
Beautiful.
The three-part harmony takes a little getting used to (at first I thought there was another song playing in the background), but it's definitely a cool way to end the song.
You may disagree, but this song is now one of my favorites of yours.

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So, I've been holding your hand for 3:57 minutes.
Can I let it go now?
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Hi Marty,

Well, that was nice! Vocal harmony is my soft spot. And you delivered with it! Loved the horns in the musical interlude. And that vocal ending was some serious ear candy! I thinmk you have this music thing pretty much under control! Great stuff!

Best to you.

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Marty

This lovely song of yours is prophetic as you have often given me a hand up with your appreciated supportive comments.
Your excellent song is way more Brawny than Corny and much needed in these nasty times we live in.
Oh, and your vids are very entertaining. Well done all around.

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Marty,
As others have written, those harmonies are wonderful. The theme of friendship does not get enough airing in these days. I love the a-capella opening, then punctuated by the strum of instruments entering.


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Just finished listening to Misha's track with a talkbox, and here you've got a banjo and a horn section together. I really like these deep RT explorations. You were right about the ear test: I did indeed have to train my ear to hear the last part. But it was worth it. This is the kind of stuff that keeps me checking in every evening. Great job, Marty!


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An excellent write with lots of depth. Musically 'up there'.

The choice of band members is ideal, and the mix is really well done.


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Now Marty... there's corny and there's sweet. This is simply sweet and a really well-composed piece of music, uplifting and fun. Love the opening (as I mentioned on sc) and the banjo is divine. The chorus is heart-expansive and the harmonies so good. I think it is my favorite of yours now. Okay? Okay.

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Originally Posted by rsdean
Marty,

Great song and awesome vocal. I love the Harry Chapin-esque feel that this one has. The ending is very cool and works perfectly. Excellent tracks selections, bass and mix.

Loved it!

Bob
Thanks, Bob. I just realized I'm not versed enough in Chapin songs --keep thinking of cats and cradles,, but I'm happy for the reference.

Originally Posted by DC Ron
Cool hymn to friendship. Super vocals/harmonies. Nice band, expertly arranged. The banjo was a nice change of pace. Love the instrumental interlude and wild vocal finish! Doesn't sound corny to me, but...maybe I just like corny. Who cares?! Love your song. smile
Haha. Maybe you like corny... I care. Thanks, Ron. Glad you picked out the banjo. I knew it would be odd to go with the horns, especially cuz I couldn't get it to play like Bela. But I like how it gave a lift to the second verse.

Originally Posted by camog
I agree with Hans’ comment on Soundcloud - such sensitive lyrics Marty,
fabulous vocals and great production/mix - sounds very genuine and not
at all corny, quite a hymn to friendship!!

Carl
Thanks, Carl. You're right, or at least I agree, heartfelt can't be corny.

Originally Posted by laurent4114
Thank you, Marty, for writing this kind of song. Kindness is rare these days.
Laurent

Thanks, Laurent. Kindness seems to still be in the world, but it doesn't sell well for news channels. hehe

Originally Posted by Guitarhacker
This is a cool song.

We all need a friend now and then.

Sounds good.
Why, thank you, Herb. With the Internet, now friends are not just folks ya can touch and see. Some fo the best friends ever are right here. Thanks, friend.


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Great chorus melody, Marty.
That's the hook.
Just a suggestion but you may consider taking some of the instruments volume down or removing one of them in the verses to see if it increases the impact of the chorus.
Good one.

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Not a corny, but a lovely positive song that has a very memorable melody and heartwarming lyrics. "When you're down and out and feel there's no where you can turn, turn to me, my friend, your friend" - I certainly turn to this song and your voice, or actually any of your songs, they help me to forget the bad times. The best song on your new album and leaves such a relieved and heavenly feel after hearing it.

Excellent vocals and those harmonies are truly sweet. The trombone fits perfectly creating nice Mariachi soundscape, making me feel like I'm witnessing a big colorful parade. You are a true master of songwriting in any genre, thanks to BIAB and your captivating talent, thanks my friend for being here on this forum smile

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Originally Posted by B.D.Thomas
You know I have a weakness for harmonies.
Beautiful.
The three-part harmony takes a little getting used to (at first I thought there was another song playing in the background), but it's definitely a cool way to end the song.
You may disagree, but this song is now one of my favorites of yours.

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So, I've been holding your hand for 3:57 minutes.
Can I let it go now?
grin
Man, BD, I still can't get over how good your last one is. Well, enough about me. Thanks, Brain. Essentially there are 3 different songs with the same chords at the end. Never let go, my friend.

Originally Posted by Al-David
Hi Marty,

Well, that was nice! Vocal harmony is my soft spot. And you delivered with it! Loved the horns in the musical interlude. And that vocal ending was some serious ear candy! I thinmk you have this music thing pretty much under control! Great stuff!

Best to you.

Alan
Thanks, Alan. I wanted to make a horn section as well as you recently did, but settled for a few Ctrl+F8 strokes to make that one a suitable backing track for the "trumbone" I played on the keyboard. Haha The only control I have is staying our of the way and let the creative process do all the work. Of course, BiaB and all the encouragement here are the perfect fodder for this mudder.

Originally Posted by Izzy
Marty

This lovely song of yours is prophetic as you have often given me a hand up with your appreciated supportive comments.
Your excellent song is way more Brawny than Corny and much needed in these nasty times we live in.
Oh, and your vids are very entertaining. Well done all around.
Wow, thank you so much, Izzy. Ha, I guess it takes some brawny moxy to throw this corn around. Yeah, wish it would take root and grow.

Originally Posted by Andrew Dee
Marty,
As others have written, those harmonies are wonderful. The theme of friendship does not get enough airing in these days. I love the a-capella opening, then punctuated by the strum of instruments entering.
Thanks, Andrew. There was one part that was recorded somehow weird. There was some god-awful noise coming through the otherwise clear vox. Can't remember all the stuff I did to clean it up. On the last note it made that vocal sound like a picolo trumpet. It reminded me of a Count Basie ending.


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If you want to have a friend, you've got to be a friend. Nice use of real tracks and this may be one of your best vocals. Fantastic ending! Loved It!

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Lots of cool stuff! Loved the adventurous vocal ending! Banjo + organ, a combo not often heard…and that fundamental theme of mutual support and brotherhood—excellent, loved it.


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Wonderful song lyrically and musically. It's so good to hear something so positive in spirit. Loved th horns. Great video too. I'm also feeling a lot more postive than I was earlier thanks to this song! Just really good vibes. Let's have more!


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