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Now you've set that bar just a little higher for your self.
This is really a great write. Enjoyed my listen. Rob

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Wow - I really connected with this one. It has a very somber tonality to it. Dark and genuine. There's some truly standout lyrics on this, and your vocal delivery of them is emotion. Top notch stuff. Definitely getting an early-mid 90's vibe on this one.

Great work and thanks for sharing!


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Originally Posted By: floyd jane
Robert,

"Closer Than A Tattoo" - One of the most intriguing titles I've ever heard!! Awesome.

And a very interesting write. Very original.

"said we`re never going back
with our bodies and with ink
we`d stitch our fate make it fact
an indelible link"

Strong.

The BAND on this is really nice. A good mix, And your vocal is "confident". One of your best, I think.

I like it.

fj



Floyd,
I appreciate the positive review!



Originally Posted By: Greg Johnson
Nicely done Robert!! Pretty song, and some beautiful lyrical images...reminds me a little of Leonard Cohen! Vocal is very emotive and beautiful. Like Floyd said, great title. You should listen to This Tattoo (great song by David Wilcox). Great stuff here!! Take care. Greg



Greg,
Listening to David Wilcox now - sounds good,thanks for the tip...and your kind thoughts on the song.



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I always enjoy the listen and know that I'll like what you write

I'm a fan

you are a creative and great writer

I don't always love the phrasing but it makes it uniquely you

this is a fine write, storytelling is what we're supposed to be about

love it,

Kenny


Kenny,

I would trade a few of my lyrics for some of your great phrasing!
Seriously though, I find the first way I sing a song gets stuck- I`m not flexible enough to hear alternatives unless someone points out something sounds off ( by then its already in the can). Have to work on that.
Your very positive comments mean a great deal... I have no other audience.

Robert

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Cool the way you weaved in those longer lines.

The write is very nice and chock full of great imagery. It would make a terrific contemplative video.

"clearer than a picture
closer than a tattoo"

That is, amongst many, a very strong statement!

The above plus a fine vocal and mix makes for a most enjoyable listen(s)!

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Originally Posted By: Rob4580
Now you've set that bar just a little higher for your self.
This is really a great write. Enjoyed my listen. Rob


Thank you, Rob!

Originally Posted By: Deryk - PG Music
Wow - I really connected with this one. It has a very somber tonality to it. Dark and genuine. There's some truly standout lyrics on this, and your vocal delivery of them is emotion. Top notch stuff. Definitely getting an early-mid 90's vibe on this one.

Great work and thanks for sharing!


Deryk,
Glad you connected with this,thanks for your comments. 90`s though? I think I missed that decade in music, so will take your word for it.

Robert

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Originally Posted By: Janice & Bud
Cool the way you weaved in those longer lines.

The write is very nice and chock full of great imagery. It would make a terrific contemplative video.

"clearer than a picture
closer than a tattoo"

That is, amongst many, a very strong statement!

The above plus a fine vocal and mix makes for a most enjoyable listen(s)!

J&B


J&B,
Thanks for those listens and your comments!
Looks like videos will have to wait `til the songwriting dries up, but I like the idea.

Robert

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Robert, IMHO this is one of your best and most commercially appealing tunes! Awesome lyrics, melody and chord construction. I really liked your use of that steel for the solo! Thanks, Torrey

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Torrey,
Thank you for giving this a listen and those supportive comments!

Robert

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Right there with you, feeling the emotions you elicit with those lyrics. Very good write. I'm a lyric guy. I always appreciate a good lyric.

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Robert,

This is absolutely terrific! Your lyrics paint very vivid pictures and they are supported by an excellent musical backing. You vocals also shine brilliantly on this one. From creation to production, what I'm hearing through my headphones right at this minute is quality.

All the best,
Noel


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Originally Posted By: Phil Leith
Right there with you, feeling the emotions you elicit with those lyrics. Very good write. I'm a lyric guy. I always appreciate a good lyric.


Thank you, Phil!

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Robert,

This is absolutely terrific! Your lyrics paint very vivid pictures and they are supported by an excellent musical backing. You vocals also shine brilliantly on this one. From creation to production, what I'm hearing through my headphones right at this minute is quality.

All the best,
Noel


Noel,

I`m glad you got the pictures! Thanks for your kind review.

Robert

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