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So here's the challenge. Write a song about the Covid 19 fiasco.
No prizes, no accolades, no nothing just the fun of rising to the challenge.
So.... If you accept the challenge.... Here's what you do.
1. Write the song
2. Record it
3. Listen and read carefully and follow this instruction. Start a new post in the Showcase. In the subject line field... Enter "C19" followed by the song title.
Write about anything related.... Some ideas.... Flatten the curve, c19 blues, isolation exasperation, coughing, hysteria and panic, end of the world, or.... Pick your own topic and view on what's going on.
Have fun. Try to get into the groove and let's see what happens with this. Let's see what you got. Don't rush. Take your time and do a good job. Let's try to get them wrote, recorded and posted before April 1st.
And no.... I haven't even thought about a song let alone have anything ready. I'm in the same state of emergency and isolation as you..... But I have time to start.
Ready.....
Set.......
Write!
You can find my music at: www.herbhartley.comAdd nothing that adds nothing to the music. You can make excuses or you can make progress but not both. The magic you are looking for is in the work you are avoiding.
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Entering a song writing contest with FJ is like sparing 3 rounds with Mike Tyson. Not advisable.  And regarding the subject matter. May be too early to deal with this topic in this manner as the sky continues to fall.
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You can find my music at: www.herbhartley.comAdd nothing that adds nothing to the music. You can make excuses or you can make progress but not both. The magic you are looking for is in the work you are avoiding.
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Entering a song writing contest with FJ is like sparing 3 rounds with Mike Tyson. Not advisable. And regarding the subject matter. May be too early to deal with this topic in this manner as the sky continues to fall. Nahhhh. Write something and don't worry what anyone else does. We are the prophets of tomorrow, are we not? It's never too early to write about current events.
You can find my music at: www.herbhartley.comAdd nothing that adds nothing to the music. You can make excuses or you can make progress but not both. The magic you are looking for is in the work you are avoiding.
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Nahhhh. Write something and don't worry what anyone else does. We are the prophets of tomorrow, are we not? It's never too early to write about current events.
Prophets of tomorrow? Me, I'm yesterday's future!
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Hey, 'Guitarhacker' !!! Just looked-up the definition of the word 'fiasco' you used. Dictionary says it's 'a complete, ridiculous failure'. YIKES  !!! Are we doomed, already  ??? LOREN 
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If I could write lyrics like this I would be first to jump on board. Definitely the best whimsical song writing to memorialize a very difficult time in history . Feel free to sing along, I know you know the melody. Well, come on all of you, big strong men, Uncle Sam needs your help again. He's got himself in a terrible jam Way down yonder in Vietnam So put down your books and pick up a gun, We're gonna have a whole lotta fun. And it's one, two, three, What are we fighting for ? Don't ask me, I don't give a damn, Next stop is Vietnam; And it's five, six, seven, Open up the pearly gates, Well there ain't no time to wonder why, Whoopee! we're all gonna die.
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If I could write lyrics like this I would be first to jump on board. Definitely the best whimsical song writing to memorialize a very difficult time in history . Feel free to sing along, I know you know the melody. Well, come on all of you, big strong men, Uncle Sam needs your help again. He's got himself in a terrible jam Way down yonder in Vietnam So put down your books and pick up a gun, We're gonna have a whole lotta fun. And it's one, two, three, What are we fighting for ? Don't ask me, I don't give a damn, Next stop is Vietnam; And it's five, six, seven, Open up the pearly gates, Well there ain't no time to wonder why, Whoopee! we're all gonna die. I sang along!
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I got as far as Give me an F. No one answered 
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OMG, I am feeling so old! Half the folks under the age of 60 and no one under the age of 50 would even know what we are talking about!
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MIne is a free for all. Just lyrics off the top of my head. Add your own tune, change, do whatever you like with it - Or not. I really don't want to die because folks in China butcher bats on the street They sell them right there in the crowds and the stink It's blood guts and gore that caused Sars and Covid 19 From those infected bats on the wet market streets We outsourced our factories, our jobs and our money. We made China rich in the 21st century Yet They stood by and let ignorance infect the world. Then tried to cover up and hide this awful peril It's too late for pointing fingers, too late now for blame but When we get through this I hope all who remain Will never forget and force them to ban the wet market streets, they must give a damn The price is too high, people shouldn't have to die, for cheap bat meat. God have mercy on us all. Josie Beck
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I got as far as Give me an F. No one answered I remember seeing the woodstock movie in the theater. Man, that was a couple of years ago! Country Joe and the Fish were a highlight for sure with that song.
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What can be more current than our own posts here on the forum My verse lyrics came from your thoughts and posts.  The chorus is a freebie from me. (V)Yesterday's future is locked up in his room Prophets of tomorrow are clearly facing doom It's seems like only yesterday we could freely walk our streets Toilet paper abounded we didn't have to use our sheets (C) Lipstick is for the lips Toilet paper for the butt If you get the two mixed up You're surely out of luck (V)Things are now so rotten, poet Floyd Jane is all done Roger Brown is sidelined it seems the race is run The world's a fiasco are we really doomed Yes we are as long as Mariod is locked up in his room (C) Lipstick is for the lips Toilet paper for the butt If you get the two mixed up You're surely out of luck
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Charlie, that made me laugh this morning. A laugh right now is a wonderful thing!
Really nice job on the lyrics! Very clever. Very current, like you said. Most of all, you know you audience... literally.
I thought you were going to go for the...
If you get the two mixed up
Your're surely $h!+ out of luck
Im sure you thought of it, but have more class than I do.
Is it weird reading the lyrics that I hear your voice? I can picture you doing this ine.
Anyway, thanks for the laugh. Perfect after reading a thread where a very few number of people are arguing how right they are...links and all! Lol.
Chad (Hope that makes it easier)
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What can be more current than our own posts here on the forum My verse lyrics came from your thoughts and posts. The chorus is a freebie from me. (V)Yesterday's future is locked up in his room Prophets of tomorrow are clearly facing doom It's seems like only yesterday we could freely walk our streets Toilet paper abounded we didn't have to use our sheets (C) Lipstick is for the lips Toilet paper for the butt If you get the two mixed up You're surely out of luck (V)Things are now so rotten, poet Floyd Jane is all done Roger Brown is sidelined it seems the race is run The world's a fiasco are we really doomed Yes we are as long as Mariod is locked up in his room (C) Lipstick is for the lips Toilet paper for the butt If you get the two mixed up You're surely out of luck Big Time KUDOS for that, Charlie! Nicely penned. Funny, relevant... without getting negative. You are to be commended!! Excellent. fj
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That's a fun idea, I'm going to try my hand at this. Maybe something slow and long to fill time while in isolation.
I'm curious how many of these entries will be in a minor key, or if lots will be bouncy and positive to brighten the mood.
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I have some lyrics and some music..now just to record and maybe make a video.
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That's a fun idea, I'm going to try my hand at this. Maybe something slow and long to fill time while in isolation.
I'm curious how many of these entries will be in a minor key, or if lots will be bouncy and positive to brighten the mood. So far, none are in minor keys. All are positive and uplifting. Check the Showcase forum. There's currently 2 that are sporting the C-19 in the subject and another one or two that refer to the covid ..... write something and put it up there.
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