Marty & Dave,
You two gentlemen make a terrific team! A different approach to the subject - I like it! Your vocal is spot on, and Dave's licks are always so tasty. had a great listen!!!
Alan
Thanks, Alan. It's supposed to be more from the homeless's perspective, which is not always as sad as we'd suppose. And Dave's treatment is always a treat.
Marty,
This is an important subject. First thought was that the music was too upbeat/positive for the subject.
But this is more a hopeful song than a desperation song - so the music is, of course...just right.
Dave does his usual perfect guitar work.
The Marty Bass is, as always, smooth and buttery. Yumm.
Mix is excellent.
Video is well done.
fj
Thanks for writing this. I'm glad you managed to find your way out of homelessness. Not an Easy Thing to do. Big Kudos.
My wife volunteers once a week with Feeding Tampa Bay at the Trinity Cafe (she is "captain" for that day - so I am dragged along) where lunch is served every day - to anyone who walks in the door. That turns out to be 200+ (there are 3 other locations, too).
Getting to know these people and the reasons that they end up where they do (and every story is different) will change you. It has changed me.
I used to ignore those people on the corner with the sign and all their belongings in garbage bags.
Now, I will roll down the window and empty my change cup into an outstretched hand.
It's nuisance change to me.
It might be just enough to keep someone from going hungry today...
WOW, Floyd, the more I get to know about you the more I love ya, man. And now I get a peak of the good woman behind the good man. Hats off to the Captain.
Right? People should stop to get to know them. Most have a great sense of humor, and some have all the best cures for this troubled world. They have the true sense of sharing, too. I've had some wonderful experiences with some, and had to give this that bit of an upbeat feel. So glad you know.
A very nice rocker, with a message!
Of course, I always choose the video when there is one included.
That guy with the dog in the beginning reminded me a little of Mick Fleetwood in his earlier days (but obviously a lot less fortunate).
Rob
Thank you, Rob. I like to believe he was paid enough money for being a model that he was able to move to the Carribean.
I love the contrast between the sad lyrics and the overall upbeat mood of the song.
It is always good to remind others of those who have been forgotten.
A little help from our side can go a long way.
Great job from U2
Thanks, BD. I've known a few folks who were quite happy being homeless. The contrast represents them.
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