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Hi All,

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Watching the day rise
The geese are flying high
The sound of the morning
And the far away cries

But I’m building my day
Piece by piece in your cup
Pouring coffee in the kitchen
And baby that’s what’s up

Running a shower
The heat is sounding rough
The mirror shows a bit of age
And it’s never warm enough

But I’m building my day
Piece by piece in your cup
Pouring coffee in the kitchen
And baby that’s what’s up

Counting on the shadows
The night is lifting off
The dark is just an orphan
And the hours are the cost

But I’m building my day
Piece by piece in your cup
Pouring coffee in the kitchen
And baby that’s what’s up

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2474: Bass, Acoustic, Held Ev 085
2505: Piano, Electric, HeldChords 085
2914: Guitar, Acoustic, Fingerpicking Folky16thsBrent Ev16 085
832: Guitar, Electric, Rhythm, AltCountryMoody Ev 075
RealDrums: PopPromiseEv16 a:Snare on 4, HiHat, b: Snare

As always - thanks for listening!

Bob

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Good song to start off the day with my morning coffee...
Thanks, I enjoyed listening to your song!


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Man, it totally blows me away how prolific you are! Just one great song after another.

Love this one, Bob, well done.

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Bob, where do you get so many ideas from!! I wish the muse descended on me a little more!
You have a lovely way of evoking a scene with lyrics and this is no exception, and the backing/choice of instrumentation is just perfect. Thanks for the listen, very enjoyable!

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An interesting write Bob....very reflective and meditative!! I think you've created the perfect band for this. Vocal hits the spot too! Nicely done!! Take care. Greg

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This reminds me of "The First Time I Ever Saw Your Face", the Johnny Cash version. Beautiful, haunting, dark and simply wonderful. In its own way, a classic - I've bookmarked it to play it more times. Amazing job - I cannot underscore enough just what an achievement this song is - hats off to you.

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Says what it says simply, yet profoundly. A fine morning song...not too chipper, like many of us that early. Very much enjoyed.


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I do love coffee! Very cheerful and uplifting lyrics. Thanks for sharing!


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Jim,

Thanks - much appreciated.

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Coffee, nectar of the gods.

Cool tune, and nice track selection.


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Bob you have such a great way with metaphors. Always love your lyrics especially "The mirror shows a bit of age". Another good song as usual.

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Originally Posted By: Greg Johnson
An interesting write Bob....very reflective and meditative!! I think you've created the perfect band for this. Vocal hits the spot too! Nicely done!! Take care. Greg

Hi Bob,

I agree with Greg. You've got everything -- vocals, band, lyrics, melody, arrangement -- working together with terrific synergy.

A wonderful listen.

All the best,
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Wow, I really want some coffee now. grin Haha, thanks for sharing.


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Reflections of the day. Enjoyed the lone guitar in the beginning.
Really well done Bob. Rob

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Bob,
Good write! Strong arrangement and mix!
Lyrics work well with or without music smile

Thank you for sharing!
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Dave,

Thanks. I really appreciate that.

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Great intro, super vocal and outstanding lyrics, what else is there?

Your backing tracks really fit your mood and your vocals. All i can say is WOW!

This is really good!


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Your drums always sound awesome

nice build on the arrangement

good reflective moody write delivered powerfully

good stuff

enjoyed,

Kenny

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John,

Thanks so much for the kind words - very appreciated.

Bob

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Hey, I've got a coffee song too. Rather universal I suppose. I'm sipping some now.

Enjoyed this, Bob. You described the morning ritual well. I like how you added elements as the song progresses or wakes up, if you will. Good RT choices. Everything fits.


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