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A song about neglecting all of the stuff in life in favor of what's actually important. It's not really a Christmas song, but it has all the sentiment. So Merry Christmas to everyone on this wonderful forum.

I'm grateful that DC Ron lists the RTs by number. It really helped when searching for the right acoustic for the Bridge. Still wasn't quite right, so Dave came through with the right track.

Style is _ORDEAL.STY (Ordeal Sw16 Shakr Americana Folk)

RealTracks in style: 2779:Guitar, Acoustic, Rhythm SongwriterSwingBalladBrent Sw16 065
RealTracks in song: 2920:Guitar, Acoustic, Rhythm FolkSlowSw16Brent Sw16 060
RealTracks in style: 1152:Silence
RealTracks in song: 785:Guitar, Acoustic, Strumming CrossoverSnappy Sw16 090
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Dave Bell (Blue Attitude) played guitar. I played bass and sang.

All I Want From You Is You

Everytime we step off stage we hear the crowd is screaming more.
They say we haven't played their favorite song.
So what's the point of giving more? They won't be satisfied.
Giving all we got cannot go on. You and I are different.
Our love will see us through. All I want from you is you.

Everytime we take a break from the tedium of date-to-date
we find we cannot leave the grind behind.
Producers always scream for more. They're never satisfied.
Seeing they can't see our needs, they're blind.
You and I are different.
You give the glow of few. All I want from you is you.

I was alone, feeling like my life was turning into stone.
Then you came along, and now nothing that we do will turn out wrong.

Everyday there's more and more of the money grabbers looking for
a chance to steal away with something new.
The friendly smiles of admen's styles will mask their true intent.
They take and take. That's how their coffers grew.
You and I are different in what we both accrue,
All I want from your is you.

Late good friend conga player used to use the Johnny Weissmuller saying “What drums say?” Well this drum ends with “And that's the honest truth.” You hear it, right?

INTRO-- Em D-Am C Bm

V-- Em D Am7 Em Em-Em7 Am D7 Em
Am G C Bm

BR-- (C Em)4 C Bm...

SOLO-- Em D Am7 Em Am G C Bm...


Enjoy whatever happens!
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Marty and Dave,

I love the acoustic guitar driven vibe of this one! Marty the dynamic range of the vocal melody is very nice, and the bass work is impeccable! Dave's guitar work is truly the icing on the cake! Nice job guys!

Thanks, TB

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A wonderful musical collaboration and consistently excellent videos. Merry Christmas, Marty!
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Love the story in the lyrics, a couple of working musicians dealing with the foibles of that profession. The bridge is brilliant! Great work here, Mr. Straub! Merry Xmas, sir, looking forward to another great year with you here on the forum!


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Marty and Dave, cool song and it sounds GREAT! LOVE the vocals. Wish I could yodel like that. Dave's guitar is always a thrill. Love the bass though I'd like to hear it MORE. That's a super ending, too. And that's the truth!

Ho! Ho! Ho!


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Marty,

Once again - GREAT MUSIC! Love the song and your vocal is in absolute top form. Dave is wonderful throughout. Beautiful production. Big crisp sound.

Loved it!

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As usual another masterpiece from you and Dave.
Great vocal. Those lyrics could apply to me and my wife so I could relate. The is except for those thousands of fans.
Great guitar, man Dave is so good on the axe!
Great video and mix.
Loved it


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Marty,

Cool title, well penned, well sung.
Sweet bass.
Dave does his usual terrifically supportive guitar...
Good mix.

And, yes, love that last drum thingy smile

Good listening.

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Hi Marty!
Another good one from you and your collaboration with Dave Bell.
It’s an interesting angle of the lyrics. I always appreciate your chord listing at the end of your summary so that I can see what is happening ‘under the hood’. I’ve started doing that myself with my posts.
Thank you for your encouraging year - you do that so well and are part of the ‘glue’ of this forum. Well done.
Best wishes for the season.
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H Marty

Another strong poignant write from you Marty. Too true, that we all take things and loved ones for granted, and then it can be too late. Your vocal was on form, the chosen style worked really well and Dave didn't let you down on the lead guitar, really liked his interpretation.

Seeing 2025 out with a good'un Marty. Looking forward to hearing you in 2026. Kind regards

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Another excellent song, Marty. Love the vocals, bass, lead guitar and the repeated title line.


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#1: Play on the Way.
#13: Ask not for whom the flower blooms, it blooms for you.
#58: Bring consciousness to it.
#63: On the road to effortlessness, effort must be made.
#92: Be Love Now, the rest will come on its own.
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Hey Marty,

I just took a little stroll through your latest sonic masterpiece, and dang — did I need that.

"All I Want From You Is You" hits like a warm hug from someone who actually means it — no strings attached, no hidden clauses, just pure emotional ROI. And speaking as someone who once tried to quantify love using a spreadsheet (it didn’t work), this song is the antidote to all that soulless number-crunching.

The melody? Catchier than a fisherman’s coat.
Your vocals? Tender, truthful, and delivered with the quiet confidence of someone who’s seen the circus and still chooses the quiet bench under the tree.
The bass? awesome. I swear I felt my desktop nod in approval.
And Dave Bell — that man doesn’t play guitar, he whispers secrets to it, and it obediently complies with breathtaking licks and lush textures.

Lyrically, you’ve bottled the rarest of elixirs: simplicity with depth. It’s not a Christmas song, sure — but it’s got more holiday heart than a reindeer choir singing carols in a snowglobe. You took the noise of the world — the screaming crowds, the greedy admen, the endless grind — and said, “Nah. I’ll take us instead.” And honestly? Preach.

Also, mad respect for the Johnny Weissmuller drum sign-off. “And that’s the honest truth” indeed. I heard it. I felt it.
Bottom line: This isn’t just “good everything.” It’s great everything — wrapped in humility, strummed with soul, and served with zero ego. Which, come to think of it, is exactly the point.

Merry Christmas, indeed. Keep your gems coming in 2026 to sooth my soul and sanity!

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Originally Posted by Torrey Bliss
Marty and Dave,

I love the acoustic guitar driven vibe of this one! Marty the dynamic range of the vocal melody is very nice, and the bass work is impeccable! Dave's guitar work is truly the icing on the cake! Nice job guys!

Thanks, TB
Thanks, Torrey. You can't imagine how cool it feels to have YOU saying the vocal was nice. Dave always adds the perfect sweetener.

Originally Posted by laurent4114
A wonderful musical collaboration and consistently excellent videos. Merry Christmas, Marty!
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Thank you, Laurent. Merrry Christmas to you too, and Happy New Year.

Originally Posted by TuneMonger
Love the story in the lyrics, a couple of working musicians dealing with the foibles of that profession. The bridge is brilliant! Great work here, Mr. Straub! Merry Xmas, sir, looking forward to another great year with you here on the forum!
Thanks, Bob. I'm looking foward to another fun year, too. Hopefully with a couple new songs that need your harp. wink

Originally Posted by DC Ron
Marty and Dave, cool song and it sounds GREAT! LOVE the vocals. Wish I could yodel like that. Dave's guitar is always a thrill. Love the bass though I'd like to hear it MORE. That's a super ending, too. And that's the truth!

Ho! Ho! Ho!
Thanks, Ron. I wish I could sing like a Himalayan Throat singer. hehe Looking forward to what you create in 2026. Also, let me know how you like TURN.

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Enjoy whatever happens!
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Nice song and well produced like allways.

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Cool vocal and lyric Marty. Always love the groove of your pieces. Dave's intro, solo and fills were perfect for the song. Well done


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Hi Marty and Dave, of course,

I think you're the master at coming up with creative song titles!

All your songs have that unique twist that only you can come up with.
And I haven't even mentioned the song itself!
I listened to this song on YouTube a while ago, and now I'm listening to it again. Thank goodness, because it's just a great song that you and Dave can really make.
Well, that's why I consult you so often when writing my songs ;-)

Happy 2026 to you and everyone at your place!
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What a great sentiment Marty and the bridge lyric really nails it!

We enjoyed the lyric and were reminded of many interviews with musicians.
All who lamented those same concerns.

You and Dave are in fine form and, as always, work your magic together!

Fine mix and supporting vid ... all is so cohesive.

Happy New Year!

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