Originally Posted By: Deej56
Hans,
First off, a terrific write. I’m sure something’s lost a bit in the translation but it’s sweet—lot of heart there, capturing that sense of what we give up as we grow older. The song itself is really well done—nice harmonies, richness in the chorus. The synth violins sitting under the mix are very effective. Really, really enjoyed this!

Oh, and where’d you score that great pic of the walnut with the zipper—perfect!
Kind regards,
Deej


Hi Deej, thanks for your very nice reply on the song. I do like to read you enjoyed it. I did too when singing this one.
And you are right on the translation. It wasn't precisly a copy of the Dutch lyrics. It is very difficult to translate all the feelings, at least for me. I know, being a translator is a profession I don't really possess.
About that nut, I almost decided to take a foto of an empty shell, but then decided to take this one, because I liked that zipper too!


Originally Posted By: rayc
Your mother tongue sounds great from your mouth.
I rather enjoyed the Dutch than the translation knowing you'd have been word perfect in it.
Fabulous.
Dat was jij, in jouw element.


Hi Ray, I really appreciate your words and your Dutch line! You are right about the English translation. Read my answer to Deej above.
I have to correct one thing; these are my lyrics, not from my mother. I think she would have been proud because in a way it could have been hers.

Originally Posted By: Tano Music
Hans, enjoyed your "ride" through life..especially liked your vocal harmonies, and how you took a little turn at the end musically. Very pleasing and overall excellent production. Thanks!


Hello Tano, it was a 'ride' in a nutshell that I enjoyed making. I was trying to make a Blues. While trying some melody angles I got tired and tried something else. That was this melody. No Blues at all! It nearly wasn't completed, my wife doesn't like it much when I sing in Dutch. To stiff, she says. Because I am a (bit) stubborn, I continued. So I'm extra pleased you liked it!

Thank you all for your nice words.
Stay safe,
Hans

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