This has 'Swamp Pop' written all over it. Very popular genre here in south Louisiana, maybe you know of it?

I like both versions as they both feature your fine voice and fine vocal performances, but the first version is more interesting with more feel.

I do think the music in the arpeggio version could be fatter...with a wider stereo field maybe, or maybe the vocal is too up front? Easier said than done, I know. I'm no mixing expert.

Terrific song!