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I wanted to write a song to honor all the men and women in the military who have had to be away from their families and loved ones. So here it is. All the instruments are RealTracks/RealDrums, plus a little bit of strings and brass, using Miroslav Philharmonik. I hope you enjoy it!

Where I'm Going

Here is the BIAB info...
RealTracks in song: 1190:Bass, Electric, ModernRnBRock Ev 065
RealTracks in song: 1542:Piano, Acoustic, Rhythm PopBelieve Ev16 065
RealTracks in song: 869:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm ModernRnBRockWarmA-B Ev 065
RealTracks in song: 664:Guitar, Acoustic, Rhythm SouthernRock Ev 085 (A:fpick)
RealTracks in song: 688:Organ, B3, Background Pop Ev 065
RealTracks in song: 1513:Guitar, Electric, Soloist CountryBrent Ev 065
RealDrums in Song: PraiseWorshipShine^03-ClHt,SHOH
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And here are the lyrics...
Where I'm Going
Copyright Stephen W. Young

Verse 1
The nights are lonely here without you
I see you everywhere I turn
I count the days from when I left you
I count the days 'til I am home

Verse 2
I know the cause is great before me
I know the stakes are very high
I've seen so many broken hearted
I've seen so many big men cry

Chorus
And if I seem to ramble on in what I'm saying
I hope to make it clear before I'm through
You see, I know where I belong and where I'm going
And every step I take brings me one step closer to you

Verse 3
I hear the sound of little children
They're playing in a land that's free
I hear the sound of generations
They're singing songs of liberty

Chorus
And if I seem to ramble on in what I'm saying
I hope to make it clear before I'm through
You see, I know where I belong and where I'm going
And every step I take brings me one step closer to you

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Have a great day!

Steve


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Nice song Steve. I liked everything about it, vocals (first class), arrangement, mix, well, everything! Thanks for bringing along this one.


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Wow! I actually thought this was Skyline's song until I paid a bit more attention (and after listening all the way through). Fine tune, great mix, tremendous use of Real Tracks. It sparkled through my little 2.1 PC system. I'll make a point to listen through the big speaks this evening.

I never would have thought to even listen to the Praise and Worship drums, pointing up something I said in the BIAB forum about listening to EVERYTHING in order to make intelligent decisions about what tracks to use.

Great job!

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Steve,

Excellent all around. Your voice is really great on this song. A personal favorite for me...

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Beautiful song! You have out done yourself. Thanks for sharing!



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Very, very nice, Steve!

No important criticism.... I really appreciated the restraint you used in every aspect of the song... understatement, less is more.

Thank you.


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John,

Thank you so much! Glad you like it. I appreciate you taking the time to listen and comment!

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Ryszard,

Thanks so much! I hope you weren't too disappointed that I wasn't Skyline.

I agree with you. I have long been encouraging people to stay open to using combinations of instruments you wouldn't normally think of using. The main thing is to really listen.

Thanks again for your kind words!

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Bob,

Always glad to hear from you. I am a real fan of yours! Glad you like this one.

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Robert,

Thank you very much! You are on fire, brother! I don't know how you found the time to listen to my song, with all the songs you are writing!

I really appreciate it!

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Hi Brad,

Thank you for taking time to listen and post about my song! Really appreciated.

I think there is always a temptation to allow things to be too busy. Every part can sound so great by itself. But when I listen to some of the great productions, some of the fullest sounds are the simplest - they just fit! Always a big challenge.

Thanks again.

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Great job Steve! Love this one man. Home run, top to bottom!

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Ryszard,

Thanks so much! I hope you weren't too disappointed that I wasn't Skyline.




Because I thought it was, I kept listening for that Strat sound of his. And there it was, right towards the end! Fantastic sound! Then I switched back to this discussion and saw what was really going on. I am truly blown away by the fact that that was a Real Track, and more impressed with them than ever. (This coming from a MIDI guy who is a guitarist himself.) As has been said above, the understated quality makes the whole production shine. I look forward to your next offering.

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Hi Steve,

It's all been said. You've created yet another wonderful work of art! I thoroughly enjoyed the listen.

All the best,
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Hi Steve!! This song truly has an original sound. Loved it!! occ

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I wish I could sing like you Steve ! You have a Extree Good Texan Voice , why ain't cha faymus ! Nice Job mixin too ! This is a radio ready tune cuzin Steve !

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Hi Dan,

Thanks so much! I always appreciate your input - especially when you like it!

Have a great day!

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Thanks again, Richard! I never cease to be amazed at what BIAB does!

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Noel,

Thank you very much! I truly appreciate your time, and comments!

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OCC,

Thanks very much! I am so glad you like it!

Have a blessed day!


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