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It has been a very long time since I have posted any new material here. Life has taken so many turns for Rachel and me over that past 4 years. I have really needed to prioritize my time. I am spending as much time as possible with the love of my life. Rachel will celebrate our 49th anniversary in a few months. She is my inspiration. For years, I have written a song for her every year on our anniversary. But the past 4 years, I have needed to give her myself, and not just a song. She is worth it! She continues to stay cancer free. There are other physical battles we are fighting now, and we are standing strong in our faith in our wonderful God! Thank you to all my friends here who have been standing with us. All things are possible! So I told Rachel I wanted to take a little time and write a song for her this week. She was happy to hear it. I hope you enjoy this one. It is straight from the heart. All the music on this one is RT/RD's, and all the vocals are me. Your thoughts are welcome... That's When I Fell In Love THAT'S WHEN I FELL IN LOVE© 2025 Stephen W. YoungTHINKING BACK ON THE DAY WE MET IT'S BEEN AWHILE I WOULDN'T CHANGE A THING, HAVE NO REGRETS EVERY TIME I SEE YOU SMILE THEY SAY A FOOL GIVES HIS HEART TOO SOON SOMETIMES IT'S TRUE BUT THEN YOU SMILED, AND YOUR EYES WERE SHINING BY THE LIGHT OF THE MOON THAT'S WHEN I FELL IN LOVE WITH YOU I SEE THE WAY YOU'RE LIVING YOUR DREAMS THE LITTLE THINGS YOU DO I SEE THE WAY THAT YOU CARRY YOURSELF THE SWEETEST THING I'VE EVER SEEN THAT'S WHEN I FELL IN LOVE WITH YOU THAT'S WHEN I FELL IN LOVE THAT'S WHEN I FELL IN LOVE WITH YOU THAT'S WHEN I FELL IN LOVE THAT'S WHEN I FELL IN LOVE WITH YOU THAT'S WHEN I FELL IN LOVE THAT'S WHEN I FELL IN LOVE THEY SAY A FOOL GIVES HIS HEART TOO SOON SOMETIMES IT'S TRUE BUT THEN YOU SMILED, AND YOUR EYES WERE SHINING BY THE LIGHT OF THE MOON THAT'S WHEN I FELL IN LOVE WITH YOU ======================== Here are the RT's/RD's used... RealTracks in song: 2915:Bass, Electric CountryPopByron12-key Ev 085 RealTracks in song: 2677:Guitar, Acoustic, Rhythm BluesStraightBrent Ev 085 RealTracks in song: 2881:Piano, Acoustic, Rhythm BluesStraightMike12-key Ev 085 RealTracks in song: 4032:Guitar, Baritone Electric, Rhythm CountryFunkyHeldTrem Sw16 090 RealTracks in song: 3582:Guitar, Acoustic, Rhythm PalmMuteRockPushSlow Ev 100 RealTracks in song: 2829:Guitar, Electric, Soloist CountryPopBrent12-key Ev 085 RealTracks in song: 4658:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm SoulRock70sRiffs Ev 100 RealTracks in song: 3692:Guitar, Lap Steel, Background Americana8thsHigh Ev 085 RealTracks in song: 2763:Piano, Acoustic, Rhythm CountryBluesRockMike Ev 110 RealDrums in Song:AmericanaSlowRockFred^3-a:HiHat ,Snare , b:Ride ,Snare
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Wonderful, in all regards! I’m amazed at the number of RTs that you used..that tells me that you are attentive to all the little details of the arrangement with an eye to making it as “perfect” as you can—this inspires me to “go the extra mile” to look for those little “tweeks” that get me to the next level. Vocal A++, production, too. Also, thanks for including the backstory—great to hear the your sweetheart is doing well.
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Steve,
I'm very glad to hear that you and Rachel are doing well.
It's great to hear your voice again. Excellent song and production. Your voice, as always, is in top form.
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Steve, gorgeous song! Nicely arranged backing track and enjoyable mix. Super vocals, harmonies and vocal arrangement. Am sure this melted Rachel's heart. I enjoyed it very much, too.  Wishing all the good things for you and Rachel in 2025.
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Steve,
I was just thinking about you recently and wondering if you were still making music and how you are doing! My prayers are with you and your wife and hoping the best for you!
Steve, your music is some of the very best that has ever graced this forum! Those words are from the heart and sincerely meant! This song is another shining example of what I just said! It's a beautiful Country/Pop sounding song that sounds fantastic! It well written, performed and produced! Thanks for dropping by and letting us know what's going on!
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Hi, Steve. Good to see you back, if only for one song. I always enjoy hearing you. Easygoing song, simple and to the point. All the parts work nicely. My nit - there seems to be phasing on the vocals, especially on the longer chorus. I think it's because you've got the highs boosted, so it gets crispy. Not a big deal, still a lovely song.
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Love it, Steve. Not just the song, but the feelings you have for each other. Man, this song is so chilling. So well written and sung with the emotion of a half century of loving someone. You two are inspirational to us all. We celbrate 47 this year, and I know what you mean. Take care, Steve and Rachel, and thank you both.
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Steve and Rachel, I pray that everything will work out for you and things will get better this year. I know it can take up a lot of your time as my wife of 57 years is having some health problems also.
Steve, this is an outstanding song, a great tribute to your wife: I wish I could write something like this to my wife.
Outstanding vocal any lyrics.
Great mix.
One of your best!
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Stephen: I'm so glad you two are doing well for the most part and hope things will get better. This song was your usual polished production and I enjoyed it a lot. Keep making music, it's a healing thing! Bob
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What a beautiful song to celebrate yours and Rachel’s life together.
We love how you sing “I wouldn’t change a thing” and Janice said she could almost see the smile on Rachel’s face.
Your vocals are as sublime as ever and the BiaB guys provide the perfect accompaniment.
Here’s to many more years of joy for you both!
Really great to hear from you,
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Hi Steve
A really very nice song
So well sung and played
A very successful production
Very well done
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Love your vocals Stephen. Lovey backtrack and very cool lyric. Happy New Year
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Hi there Steve,
Your wife is a lucky lady, to have been given such a sweet declaration. May you both have an easier year ahead.
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Stephen,
First off, so sorry to hear how difficult things seem to have been lately . . . pray, persevere and always keep believing and loving. Second, a big, big welcome back. Lovely sweet tune with all the production touches I'd expect to hear from you. Wonderful, soft, endearing vocal . . .sung with emotion and heart. Pretty tune to listen to. Sending you and Rachel all my best.
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Steve,
This is smooth and lovely. More importantly, I'm so happy to hear Rachel is continuing to be clear. I'm a 12-year survivor of cancer and still going strong!
Your vocal is so smooth - reminds me a little bit of Greg Johnson. The words that came to mind as I listened were "joyfully delicate". What a great listen!
And here's wishing you and Rachel an early "Happy Aniiversary"! Di and will celebrate our 12the year in May. we were old when we got married!
Much happiness and continued good health for Rachel this year.
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I've been waiting for a new song from you and finally the new masterpiece is here. Just a simple pop song, but a perfect one in every detail. Smooth and pleasant band like straight from the 70's, the drums and the solo guitarist are especially great selections. Lovely lyrics about deep love. Very emotional vocals. Beautiful and heartfelt, I wouldn't change a thing.
Glad you got time to write it and polish all the finest things. I hope you'll get another chance this year. All the best to you and your wife.
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Steve...this so mellow and lovely...it has that old time feel and sensibility...49 years merits such a sweet song...I always love your music and your productions are always the best...this has an Orbison feel to it...which is thumbs up from me for sure...great news about your sweetheart...be here when you can and you'll keep us all happy! The Lord is good (all the time).
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Wonderful song that is a joy to listen too...very pleasing to my ears. You voice sounds as good as ever, and your heart is in your voice. I pray Rachel continues to be cancer-free.
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