|
Log in to post
|
Print Thread |
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 3,615
Veteran
|
OP
Veteran
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 3,615 |
Hi all.
Woolworths or Woolies is one of Australia's larger grocery stores and they have just banned plastics bags which have been a real problem in the environment. This song is written from the point of view of the plastic bag.
All comments welcome. Rob.
[Link no longer valid]
I'm a Woolies plastic shopping bag and now I have no job.
I used to take your butter home and help to carry your grog.
I had one thousand uses till the love you had was lost
but I would like to hang around no matter what the cost.
Bridge
Chorus
Let me take your grocery shopping home from the discount store.
Let me dangle freely from your arm like I did before
Bridge
I'm a Woolies plastic shopping bag and now I have no job.
I used to take your butter home and help to carry your grog.
I would end up in the rubish dump or float up on the reef.
But since I Lost my lively hood my lifes been full of greif my lifes been full of greif.
****** Song Summary *************
Title: Plastic Bag
File:Plastic Bag.SGU
Key=F , Tempo 130, Length (m:s)=2:27
2 bar intro, 74 bar chorus, from bar 3 to bar 76. Repeat x1 chorus
No Melody
Soloist track has 592 notes, Soloist harmony is < no harmony >(0)
Song is saved with Volume, Pan, Reverb, Chorus, Bank0,
Style is _BGBAND8.STY (Old Time Bluegrass Band)
RealTracks in style: ~427:Bass, Acoustic, Bluegrass Ev 130
RealTracks in style: ~426:Banjo, Bluegrass Ev 130 (Rhythm)
RealTracks in style: ~431:Guitar, Acoustic, Strumming Bluegrass Ev 130
RealTracks in style: ~428:Fiddle, Rhythm Bluegrass Ev 130
RealTracks in style: ~432:Mandolin, Rhythm Bluegrass Ev 130
RealTracks in song: 1877:Fiddle, Soloist CountryRob Ev 120
Vocals and Ooh's myself
*******************
Last edited by Andrew - PG Music; 08/25/20 01:44 PM.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Feb 2017
Posts: 3,414
PG Music Staff
|
|
PG Music Staff
Joined: Feb 2017
Posts: 3,414 |
Nice work on this one  Coincidentally, where we are located in Canada also just banned plastic bags too, as of July 1st. I found this to be a really interesting concept for a tune, and it is executed really well too! Great work and thanks for sharing
Cheers,
Deryk
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 2,013
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 2,013 |
Excellent!! Why "talk" about an issue when you can "sing" about it?!! You have definitely 'handled' this topic well, and you can obviously 'carry' a novelty song like this so well!
Really like the style you chose, and the little solo's in-between the verses. Also, I appreciate your choice of words and rhymes==nothing seems forced, no false rhymes--very nicely done. I'd have to say, this one is 'in the bag'!
Windows 11, Intel Core i5-8600T 2.3Ghz, 16 gig ram, BIAB 2025 MegaPak, SampleTank 4, Keystation49 Kybd, Neewer NW-800 mic
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 15,394
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 15,394 |
Those bags are a scourge on our countryside in our part of the world. Along the roadside, hanging on fences, in trees.
Cool song/production and I hope that bag doesn't find another gig!
J&B
Our albums and singles are on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, Pandora and more. If interested search on Janice Merritt. Thanks! Our Videos are here on our website.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 7,578
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 7,578 |
This song is written from the point of view of the plastic bag. Pure genius! Nicely done, and clever lyrics too!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jun 2017
Posts: 2,954
PG Music Staff
|
PG Music Staff
Joined: Jun 2017
Posts: 2,954 |
Deryk already beat me to it -- the ban went through for plastic bags on July 1st I believe, just in time for Canada Day. I'm happy to see the change to be honest. There is nothing worse then being happy to be out in nature and then looking to your right and seeing so much plastic it's insane. It's one small step, but it'll make an impact.
But, back to the topic at hand -- your song! This actually was a sad song considering that it's written from the perspective of the plastic bag. It's hard to sympathize with the plastic bag when it takes so long to degrade at landfills, but I think it speaks volumes for your song that it actually made me feel a little bad for the plastic bags of the world.
Thanks for sharing!
Cheers,
Ember
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 4,052
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 4,052 |
Very nice song Rob and we definitely sympathize with the lyrics!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 19,831
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 19,831 |
Hi Rob,
This is a very clever write. You've got a flair for 'quirky' in a very good way.
As I listened to this, there were different points in the song when you reminded me of Johnny Ashcroft and his "Little Boy Lost" (that's a big compliment, by the way).
I totally enjoyed listening.
All the best,
Noel
MY SONGS...Audiophile BIAB 2025
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: May 2015
Posts: 3,034
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: May 2015
Posts: 3,034 |
Hello, Rob
Excellent song!
I agree with Tano Music.
You have definitely 'handled' this topic well, and you can obviously 'carry' a novelty song like this so well!
Your vocal is really nice as usual.
Enjoyed my listen a lot.
Best regards.
Shigeki Adachi
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 3,615
Veteran
|
|
OP
Veteran
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 3,615 |
Nice work on this one Coincidentally, where we are located in Canada also just banned plastic bags too, as of July 1st. I found this to be a really interesting concept for a tune, and it is executed really well too! Great work and thanks for sharing Hello Deryk. Tank you. Rob
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 3,615
Veteran
|
|
OP
Veteran
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 3,615 |
Excellent!! Why "talk" about an issue when you can "sing" about it?!! You have definitely 'handled' this topic well, and you can obviously 'carry' a novelty song like this so well!
Really like the style you chose, and the little solo's in-between the verses. Also, I appreciate your choice of words and rhymes==nothing seems forced, no false rhymes--very nicely done. I'd have to say, this one is 'in the bag'! Hello Tano. Thanks for your comment.Rob
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 3,615
Veteran
|
|
OP
Veteran
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 3,615 |
Those bags are a scourge on our countryside in our part of the world. Along the roadside, hanging on fences, in trees.
Cool song/production and I hope that bag doesn't find another gig!
J&B
Thank you J&B
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 3,615
Veteran
|
|
OP
Veteran
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 3,615 |
This song is written from the point of view of the plastic bag. Pure genius! Nicely done, and clever lyrics too! Thanks for your comment Davis. Rob
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 3,615
Veteran
|
|
OP
Veteran
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 3,615 |
Deryk already beat me to it -- the ban went through for plastic bags on July 1st I believe, just in time for Canada Day. I'm happy to see the change to be honest. There is nothing worse then being happy to be out in nature and then looking to your right and seeing so much plastic it's insane. It's one small step, but it'll make an impact.
But, back to the topic at hand -- your song! This actually was a sad song considering that it's written from the perspective of the plastic bag. It's hard to sympathize with the plastic bag when it takes so long to degrade at landfills, but I think it speaks volumes for your song that it actually made me feel a little bad for the plastic bags of the world.
Thanks for sharing! Thanks for your great comment Ember. Rob
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 3,615
Veteran
|
|
OP
Veteran
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 3,615 |
Very nice song Rob and we definitely sympathize with the lyrics! Thanks guys
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 3,615
Veteran
|
|
OP
Veteran
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 3,615 |
Hi Rob,
This is a very clever write. You've got a flair for 'quirky' in a very good way.
As I listened to this, there were different points in the song when you reminded me of Johnny Ashcroft and his "Little Boy Lost" (that's a big compliment, by the way).
I totally enjoyed listening.
All the best,
Noel Hello Noel. Thanks for the Johnny Ashcroft complement. Rob
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 3,615
Veteran
|
|
OP
Veteran
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 3,615 |
Hello, Rob
Excellent song!
I agree with Tano Music.
You have definitely 'handled' this topic well, and you can obviously 'carry' a novelty song like this so well!
Your vocal is really nice as usual.
Enjoyed my listen a lot.
Best regards.
Shigeki Adachi Hello Shigeki. Thank you for listening.Rob
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 7,969
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 7,969 |
Another awesome vocal Rob. Excellent backtrack. Super message . Well done
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jan 2013
Posts: 1,324
Expert
|
|
Expert
Joined: Jan 2013
Posts: 1,324 |
Hi all. This song is written from the point of view of the plastic bag. All comments welcome. Rob. G'day mate... I gave a listen IBB....I like it. Original, non-cliche subject matter choice, cool story on the plight of the plastic shopping bag, well performed and a clever write. Works for me.....well done. Back to it....
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jun 2016
Posts: 3,357
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Jun 2016
Posts: 3,357 |
Rob,
Well that`s a whole new perspective on environmental responsibility...you almost had me shedding a tear for the poor rejected bag!
I like personification songs - I think you made this believable and the arrangement works well.
Robert
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Ask sales and support questions about Band-in-a-Box using natural language.
ChatPG's knowledge base includes the full Band-in-a-Box User Manual and sales information from the website.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Video: Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac®: VST3 Plugin Support
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac® now includes support for VST3 plugins, alongside VST and AU. Use them with MIDI or audio tracks for even more creative possibilities in your music production.
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Macs®: VST3 Plugin Support
Video: Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac®: Using VST3 Plugins
Join the conversation on our forum.
Band-in-a-Box 2025 for Mac Videos
With the release of Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac, we’re rolling out a collection of brand-new videos on our YouTube channel. We’ll also keep this forum post updated so you can easily find all the latest videos in one convenient spot.
From overviews of new features and walkthroughs of the 202 new RealTracks, to highlights of XPro Styles PAK 8, Xtra Styles PAKs 18, the 2025 49-PAK, and in-depth tutorials — you’ll find everything you need to explore what’s new in Band-in-a-Box® 2025.
Reference this forum post for One-Stop Shopping of our Band-in-a-Box® 2025 Mac Videos — we’ll be adding more videos as they’re released!
Band-in-a-Box 2025 for Mac is Here!
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac is here, packed with major new features and an incredible collection of available new content! This includes 202 RealTracks (in Sets 449-467), plus 20 bonus Unreleased RealTracks in the 2025 49-PAK. There are new RealStyles, MIDI SuperTracks, Instrumental Studies, “Songs with Vocals” Artist Performance Sets, Playable RealTracks Set 4, two new sets of “RealDrums Stems,” XPro Styles PAK 8, Xtra Styles PAK 19, and more!
Special Offers
Upgrade to Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac with savings of up to 50% on most upgrade packages during our special—available until July 31, 2025! Visit our Band-in-a-Box® packages page for all the purchase options available.
2025 Free Bonus PAK & 49-PAK Add-ons
We've packed our Free Bonus PAK & 49-PAK with some incredible Add-ons! The Free Bonus PAK is automatically included with most Band-in-a-Box® for Mac 2025 packages, but for even more Add-ons (including 20 Unreleased RealTracks!) upgrade to the 2025 49-PAK for only $49. You can see the full lists of items in each package, and listen to demos here.
If you have any questions, feel free to connect with us directly—we’re here to help!
Band-in-a-Box 2025 Italian Version is Here!
Cari amici
È stata aggerate la versione in Italiano del programma più amato dagli appassionati di musica, il nostro Band-in-a-Box.
Questo è il link alla nuova versione 2025.
Di seguito i link per scaricare il pacchetti di lingua italiana aggiornati per Band-in-a-Box e RealBand, anche per chi avesse già comprato la nuova versione in inglese.
Band-in-a-Box 2025 - Italiano
RealBand 2025 - Italiano
Band-in-a-Box 2025 French Version is Here!
Bonjour à tous,
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 pour Windows est disponible en Français.
Le téléchargement se fait à partir du site PG Music
Pour ceux qui auraient déjà acheté la version 2025 de Band-in-a-Box (et qui donc ont une version anglaise), il est possible de "franciser" cette version avec les patchs suivants:
BIAB 2025 - francisation
RealBand 2025 - francisation
Voilà, enjoy!
Band-in-a-Box 2025 German Version is Here!
Update Your Band-in-a-Box® 2025 to Build 1128 for Windows Today!
Already using Band-in-a-Box 2025 for Windows®? Download Build 1128 now from our Support Page to enjoy the latest enhancements and improvements from our team.
Stay up to date—get the latest update now!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Forums58
Topics84,297
Posts777,437
Members39,614
| |
Most Online25,754
Jan 24th, 2025
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Dansk
Deutsch - Windows
Español
Français - Windows
Italiano - Windows
Nederlands
Polski
Português
Svenskt
русский
Japanese
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Korean