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We have all at one time been scared to approach someone we find attractive, I tried to capture that situation with this song. Strangers (c)PMcNaught 2025 Words/Music P McNaught Vocals/Harmony Vocals P McNaught BIAB 2025 Mixcraft Pro Studio 10 https://soundclick.com/share.cfm?id=15043889[Verse 1] She walks in like a sunrise, lighting up the room, Her laughter's like a melody, a soft and tender tune. I lean against the bar, trying not to stare, But her smile catches me like a lonesome prayer. [Verse 2] She don’t know my name, and I won’t say a word, My heart’s a restless whisper, a song that goes unheard. The courage in my chest feels heavy like a stone, So I’ll just let her be the dream I leave alone. [Chorus] We’re strangers in the night, two paths that never meet, Her shadow on the wall, my heart skips a beat. Some things are better left unsaid, I know, So I’ll keep my distance, and let her go. [Verse 3] The jukebox hums a tune, low and bittersweet, I trace the rim of my glass, feel the cold beneath my feet. She’s dancing with her friends, spinning in the light, And I just sip my whiskey, fading into the night. [Bridge] I could tell her she’s the reason the stars still shine, But words feel too heavy when the moment ain’t mine. It’s easier to wonder, to dream from afar, Than risk breaking the silence, and showing my scars. [Chorus] We’re strangers in the night, two paths that never meet, Her shadow on the wall, my heart skips a beat. Some things are better left unsaid, I know, So I’ll keep my distance, and let her go. ****** Song Summary ************* Title: Strangers V2 File:Strangers V2.SGU Key=E , Tempo 143, Length (m:s)=3:02 No intro. 105 bar chorus, from bar 1 to bar 105. Repeat x1 chorus No Melody Soloist track has 226 notes, Soloist harmony is < no harmony >(0) Song is saved with Volume, Pan, Reverb, Chorus, Bank0, Song is saved with bar changes for Volume Changes,RealDrums Changes, Style is _ANTONIO.STY (Antonio Latin Ctry Pop Gtr Solo) RealTracks in style: 1958:Bass, Baby, Guajira Ev 120 RealTracks in style: 1292:Accordion, Rhythm TexMexCountry Ev 120 RealTracks in style: 3885:Guitar, Acoustic, Rhythm ClassicLatinPop Ev 140 RealTracks in style: 3779:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm ClassicLatinPop Ev 140 RealTracks in song: 1707:Guitar, Electric, Soloist CountryBrent Ev 165 RealTracks in song: 3398:Guitar, Acoustic, Rhythm SingerSongwriterGrooveSync Ev 115 RealTracks in song: 1707:Guitar, Electric, Soloist CountryBrent Ev 165 RealDrums in style:FunkUpbeatTambo: a: Kick, Snare b: Snare, Ride
Sometimes you just have to say f### it and do it anyway!
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Really nice old style country. Good job on the lyrics and the mix is spot on.
I think we can all relate to the singer's dilemma. Afraid to talk to someone.
The Bellamy Brothers have a couple of songs that address this issue. Do You Love as Good As You Look? and of course... If I Said You Had A Beautiful Body...lots of good advice in those lyrics.
I liked your song.
You can find my music at: www.herbhartley.comAdd nothing that adds nothing to the music. You can make excuses or you can make progress but not both. The magic you are looking for is in the work you are avoiding.
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Really nice old style country. Good job on the lyrics and the mix is spot on.
I think we can all relate to the singer's dilemma. Afraid to talk to someone.
The Bellamy Brothers have a couple of songs that address this issue. Do You Love as Good As You Look? and of course... If I Said You Had A Beautiful Body...lots of good advice in those lyrics.
I liked your song. Thank you Herb, funnily enough I cover both those Bellamy Brother songs in my live set! Glad you liked it Pete
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Pete,
That is an excellent song and a wonderful vocal. Outstanding mix as well.
Much enjoyed!
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Pete,
That is an excellent song and a wonderful vocal. Outstanding mix as well.
Much enjoyed!
Bob Hey Bob, thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed your listen Pete
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Really ace production, with excellent vocals and lyrics.
Some favourite Waoist Adages:
#1: Play on the Way.
#13: Ask not for whom the flower blooms, it blooms for you.
#58: Bring consciousness to it.
#63: On the road to effortlessness, effort must be made.
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Really ace production, with excellent vocals and lyrics. Thank you very much, glad you enjoyed it👍 Pete
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Pete, SUPER song, GREAT vocals and SUPERB arrangement of BiaB tracks. Like how you built the guitar fills. They sound cool. Really tight mix, too! Like everything about this!
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Pete, SUPER song, GREAT vocals and SUPERB arrangement of BiaB tracks. Like how you built the guitar fills. They sound cool. Really tight mix, too! Like everything about this! Wow Ron! Thank you for the very high praise I really appreciate it. So glad you enjoyed it. Pete
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Excellent song and production...totally enjoyed it!
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Excellent song and production...totally enjoyed it! Thank you my man, really appreciate you listening/commenting, glad you enjoyed it. Pete
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Pete, my kind of country song!
Outstanding vocal and lyrics
You are a wizard at arranging RTs to perfectly match your song and vocals - brilliant
Outstanding mix
Loved it
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Hi, Pete. Catchy, well sung and written. Good mix, loved the guitar fills. Enjoyed the listen. 
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Pete, my kind of country song!
Outstanding vocal and lyrics
You are a wizard at arranging RTs to perfectly match your song and vocals - brilliant
Outstanding mix
Loved it Thank you Mario, you're too kind👍 Hi, Pete. Catchy, well sung and written. Good mix, loved the guitar fills. Enjoyed the listen. Thank you, so glad you liked it👍
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Love it. Pete. Relateble lyrics in a fine melody, and I like the dynamic build to the chorus. Catchy for sure. Man, extraordinary vocal and that guitar adds so much goodness, too.
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Love it. Pete. Relateble lyrics in a fine melody, and I like the dynamic build to the chorus. Catchy for sure. Man, extraordinary vocal and that guitar adds so much goodness, too. Hey Marty, thank you very much. I must admit I'm rather pleased with how the guitar turned out. Glad you enjoyed the track👍
Sometimes you just have to say f### it and do it anyway!
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