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Greg,
Haha grin
I once wrote a song called "If I was a cat" but this is infinitely better mad
Thank goodness the dog didn't go the Veterinarian!
REALLY enjoyed that

All the best

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Greg,

You make it look easy--really! Great idea wonderfully executed, written produced and sung. Impressive work.

My humble regards, again--

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Originally Posted By: PeterF
Greg

A lyrically clever and entertaining write. Some great metaphors and interesting and humorous throughout.
Lovely vocal (which was not a surprise) and a complimentary backing track to complete the song.
Excellent work and a fine song.

Peter


Thanks so much Peter. Really like your new one! Take care. Greg

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Originally Posted By: BlueAttitude
Very good Greg! Fine vocal as always, and lots of great lines. My favorite:

"Not tryin’ to be crude, but I’d have dog attitude"

A fun listen!


Thanks Dave. Appreciate that a lot! Your latest is absolutely stellar....my fave of yours to date I think!! Take care. Greg

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Originally Posted By: rayc
Greg,
Funny and well sung as well.
The humour & delivery is very Nilsson.
My only gripe is the link between verses & choruses - seems perfunctory - you could set up the next section with a couple of chords and a lick of the melody.
Nevertheless - nice job.


Thanks Ray. I appreciate the listen and the feedback! Take care. Greg

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Greg,

This is outrageously good... A real masterpiece. The lyric, track selection, production and your vocal is stellar.

I absolutely love this.

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Hello, Greg

Very beautiful waltz!
Really nice melody!
Wonderful song!
I like this very much.
Your vocal is very pleasant as usual.
Enjoyed my listen a lot.

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Originally Posted By: Scott C
Just loved this Greg. Very much and feel good song. Another super vocal. Well done


Thanks so much Scott for your wonderful ongoing support! Loved that new one you guys did....so 60's!! Take care. Greg

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Originally Posted By: jannesan
Nice simple waltz with great vocals, interesting chord progression and lush mix. Nice to get a dog's view for a change on this forum smile Reminds me of Paul McCartney.

Janne


Thanks Janne! Any comparison to McCartney is extremely flattering to me! Take care. Greg

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Originally Posted By: ROG
Hi Greg,

Simply wonderful and absolutely inspired.

I'm in awe of how you've taken an unlikely and frivolous title and
turned it into a gentle love song.

Fabulous.

ROG.


Thanks so much for your very kind words ROG. Much appreciated! Always love your rockers! Take care. Greg

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Originally Posted By: dcuny
A quintessential country love song! Loved it.


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Originally Posted By: floyd jane
Greg,

This is one of the best written songs that has ever been posted here.
Or anywhere.

Writing at the highest level.
Every. Single. Word.

I wanted to quote the best lines. But that would be THE ENTIRE SONG...

The simple piano/bass/strings arrangement is perfect. Your vocal is cool - it would work perfectly for a animated dog cartoon video.
(Maybe Pat Marr would do one!!)

Randy Newman should put this on his next record. (Really)

So far out of the park it ain't funny.

ZOWIE. ZOWIE. ZOWIE.

fj


Thanks so much Floyd. This is indeed very high praise. You have no idea how much this means coming from you! Take care. Greg

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Greg,

As everyone has said, this is really clever writing. You've done a really great job making the metaphor and extending it right through to the end.... and that pay-off really seals the deal.

Excellent performing (as always), and very engaging from start to finish.

I totally enjoyed this,
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Originally Posted By: Robertkc
Greg,

Witty, cute and wordly wise lyrics - cool that you followed through on that idea.
I was picturing scenes from 10001 dalmations as it played- could really see this getting interest for an animated film.
Your vocal brings the meaning home & the simple arrangement works well.
Great song.

Robert



THanks Robert! You have been killing it lately..prolific and so good! Take care. Greg

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Originally Posted By: Tano Music
Excellent...attempts at humor/wittiness often don't work, but this is a 'BEST IN SHOW' kind of song. Loved your vocal, fit perfectly, and the lyric construction matches the melody exactly--I take that as a sign of expert writing.

Really enjoyed it!!


Thanks for those very kind remarks. Much appreciated! You have been posting a variety of really cool stuff! Take care. Greg

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Originally Posted By: Torrey Bliss
Greg, your vocals are always among the best presented here on this forum! but you have outdone yourself here! There is certainly some vivid imagery in your lyrics and I had a constant smile going the whole way with a laugh or two. You are creative sir! Someday you may consider writing another lyric (a more serious one) and use your melody here. It is absolutely beautiful!!! Great work Greg! Thanks, Torrey


Thanks so much Torrey! Love your new one....fabulous!! Take care. Greg

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Greg, first of all nice slow down on the end. What a great write! So funny and heartwarming. Anyone who has ever loved their dog will love this one. It does bring to mind Newman, however your vocal is head and shoulders above anything he could have done. The arrangement is perfection and you should take a big bow-wow for this one. Excellence from every view, Tom

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Nice expressive vocal. Pleasing melody. Good production---not overdone. Just right like baby bear porridge.

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WHAT a great song ROFL.... Really enjoyed the listen, thanks Greg

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Originally Posted By: beatmaster
Agree with some of the above comments, This would/ should be the intro middle and finish for a nice doggy film.

Enjoyed this.


Thanks for stopping by for a listen and the nice comments. Appreciate it! Take care. Greg

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