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Please press HERE The real me Lyrics on SC Key of G Tempo 82 bpm Style is _ALLAY.STY (Allay Laid Back Slow Swing) RT's : 2624:Guitar, Baritone Electric, Rhythm 2357 Sax Baritone, Soloist 2674 Guitar Acoustic Rhythm Blues 12-8 1923 Guitar Electric Rhythm Texas Blues Rock 2961 Guitar Acoustic Blues Slow 2886 guitar Acoustic Rhythm FolkBlues 3973 Guitar Resonator Background 1923 Guitar Electric Rhythm Texas Blues 1924 Guitar Electric Rhythm Texas Blues 1546 bass Electric Country swing Vox - Me BV's - Me "and my good friend Mel Odyne" (thanks Mario)
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Hi Izzy!
Not at all dull, man. Looking at your band list, at least the guitarists didn’t leave! Great vocal, and Mel certainly delivered the goods. I wondered why you had no delay on your vocal, then one of the verses answered that.
Clearly you like a wide range of genres - you’ve got enough to compile your very own White album!
Loved it.
Andrew
PS Really appreciated the clear instructions on how to listen to your song.
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Man, I dig those lyrics. What a great song, Izzy. Great Blues feel that reaches back to the past and adds all the updates since. Are you saying you used Melodyne to reach those high ones. Ha, and my mom said cheaters never win. Your vocals are super, man. What a great choice of musicians too. The first spin made me want more, so I spun it again. Outstanding lyrics, and the perfect Blues melody to present them. Great sounds, Izzy.
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Izzy, absolutely an extremely outstanding masterpiece Loved the vocals and Mel's harmonies  Loved those lyrics Super backing band and mix Loved it
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Izzy, super song. Amazing vocals! I mean, they're...amazing. Did I say amazing? I should have, since they are, well, AMAZING. I said that, RIGHT???
Nice band, nice mix. Nicer than nice all the way around.
I've used Mel for harmonies for more songs than I'll ever post here in my lifetime. For me, my sung harmonies are 100% better 100% of the time. But I'm not entirely right either, so there's that.
(There's a hard (T-Pain) note bend of the "the-re" lyric at 2:27 that would sound more in line with the genre if not so hard. Caveat: See above note about me not being entirely right.)
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nice 1-4-5 variation, 1–4–5: the most written progression in American music history, you did it justice.
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Ha! I love those lyrics. Your band sounds ace. Good vocal! Sharpen yourself up a bit 
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Hi Izzy,
You know I love your stuff. Lyrically you're so clever and real storyteller. Love your vocals, that raw edginess is a winner. Absolutely nothing dull about this number. Great arrangement, from the subtle resonator guitar to the sax and harmonica, everything fits and works perfectly.
Another one of yours added to my "favs" playlist.... shortly to be renamed "Izzy's list"
Kind regards
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Hi Izzy,
You know I love your stuff. Lyrically you're so clever and real storyteller. Love your vocals, that raw edginess is a winner. Absolutely nothing dull about this number. Great arrangement, from the subtle resonator guitar to the sax and harmonica, everything fits and works perfectly.
Another one of yours added to my "favs" playlist.... shortly to be renamed "Izzy's list"
Kind regards Lee I am totally honoured, humbled and flattered by your kind words. I can only hope that I can continue to live up to your expectations, No pressure. Thanks mate. Izzy.
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Izzy.
I love those lyrics. Very imaginative.
I agonise over my lyrics.
Great stuff.
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Really cool. There are some real gems in those lyrics. The kind that makes me say man I wish I'd have thought of that!
Loved the sax.
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Izzy,
Excellent Blues.
LOVE your vocals.
Solid production. Good mix.
Good write.
Good music.
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Hi Izzy!
Not at all dull, man. Looking at your band list, at least the guitarists didn’t leave! Great vocal, and Mel certainly delivered the goods. I wondered why you had no delay on your vocal, then one of the verses answered that.
Clearly you like a wide range of genres - you’ve got enough to compile your very own White album!
Loved it.
Andrew
PS Really appreciated the clear instructions on how to listen to your song. Hi Andrew, I’m a fan of many genres, but on a BIAB forum, I mostly stick to what the RTs let me cook up! The White Album? a classic I absolutely ADORE! Though I’ve noticed some music pundits classify it as a wee bit “hotch-potch”—a term that only gets me thinking my work’s got ambition problems. But isn’t the beauty of a mosaic its eclectic chaos? All good, though—variety keeps life interesting! Thank you for your kind comments and for getting me all philosophical.🙄 Cheers, Izzy
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Man, I dig those lyrics. What a great song, Izzy. Great Blues feel that reaches back to the past and adds all the updates since. Are you saying you used Melodyne to reach those high ones. Ha, and my mom said cheaters never win. Your vocals are super, man. What a great choice of musicians too. The first spin made me want more, so I spun it again. Outstanding lyrics, and the perfect Blues melody to present them. Great sounds, Izzy. Hi Marty, When it comes to Rock and Blues, I’ve got my vocals cranked to that “note-bending, mic-dancing” upper register where the magic (and maybe a few strategically dodged pitch perils) live. Studio sessions are a dream, of course—punch-ins, pitch-perfecting, and Melodyne’s help turning my solo into a chorus of harmonies. 🙈🙉🙊 But when I’m live, I’ve got to tweak the key a smidge—it’s like giving the song a cozy little blanket instead of a firehose. As always, a big thank-you for your time and ears—your efforts never go unnoticed (or unappreciated). Cheers, Izzy
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Izzy, absolutely an extremely outstanding masterpiece Loved the vocals and Mel's harmonies Loved those lyrics Super backing band and mix Loved it Mario I always appreciate your kind words and support, my very best to you Izzy
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Izzy, super song. Amazing vocals! I mean, they're...amazing. Did I say amazing? I should have, since they are, well, AMAZING. I said that, RIGHT???
Nice band, nice mix. Nicer than nice all the way around.
I've used Mel for harmonies for more songs than I'll ever post here in my lifetime. For me, my sung harmonies are 100% better 100% of the time. But I'm not entirely right either, so there's that.
(There's a hard (T-Pain) note bend of the "the-re" lyric at 2:27 that would sound more in line with the genre if not so hard. Caveat: See above note about me not being entirely right.)
Cool song! Hi Ron As per the glitch at 2:27 (please see my reply to Marty). Production fatigue often leads me to the forrest/trees roadblock. Thank you for unfailingly providing appreciated support regards Izzy
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nice 1-4-5 variation, 1–4–5: the most written progression in American music history, you did it justice.
Donny G Hi Donny Thank you for stopping by. I think the 1-4-5 thing is part of our molecular structure. cheers Izzy.
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Ha! I love those lyrics. Your band sounds ace. Good vocal! Sharpen yourself up a bit Hi Scott I did try to sharpen up but it turns out I'm more butter knife than samurai sword! <sigh> 😏 Thanks for taking the time regards Izzy
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Izzy.
I love those lyrics. Very imaginative.
I agonise over my lyrics.
Great stuff. Hi Vic Lyrics are important. All of your agonising has certainly paid handsome dividends in YOUR songs. cheers Izzy.
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Really cool. There are some real gems in those lyrics. The kind that makes me say man I wish I'd have thought of that!
Loved the sax. Hi Herb. Thanks for the lyric comment. I'm a lyric junkie, probably too many crossword and find a word puzzles. The sax was a last resort because I couldn't find a suitable harp. I was just about to ask Bob (Tunemonger) for help but ran out of time. Thanks for the spin and comments. Regards Izzy.
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