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This one is written by one of my all-time favorite songwriters. Another brilliant production, Brain. Excellent arrangement. I'm with you on Reggae's mood-lifting ability. Hey, did you ever write a protest song about all the sappy love songs? [Finally the temperatures are back to a level where I can work in my studio without getting blisters on my skin.] I'm glad you like it, even though it's pretty different from my usual stuff. I think I've written a song before with a line that I'll never write a love song, but of course a punky protest song about all those love songs is a good idea. There's always room at the top. Thank you for listening (again) and your kind feedback, Marty. Much appreciated 
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Wonderful, happy reggae love song! I was just in YT and there was a notification that you'd posted a new song, but I couldn't find it on your page.
This song has 2 things in common with 2 projects I'm working on: inspired by J&B and lacking inspiration myself for instrumentals I'm just doing the finishing touches on my first reggae instrumental - that will likely be my next post as I'm still awaiting the final BVs for my first Chay-sung song - then planned as the following post is another sung song called "I Love You", but it's really about the 3rd great love of my life and/or a 4th yet to come one who alas is probably in Neverland! Ha! 2026 seems to be the year of Reggae. Watch out, Bob Marley! Thank you so much for listening and for your kind comment, Chay. Much appreciated
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It's a very cool song and arrangement. For me the vocal is a bit too generic and does add a little cheese but whether it's Gouda or Parmesan I can't tell. Thanks Ray ![[Linked Image - Only viewable when logged in]](https://www.pgmusic.com/forums/images/icons/default/thumbs_up.gif) Since this song was meant to be cheesy from the start, the singer seems to fit the bill pretty well. Gouda or Parmesan? I love them both
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B.D,
There is so much fun and happiness in this song. The Reggae sound is a perfect fit for this. (Ich habe es gern!).
You create great music that's always worth the time to listen.
Loved this one!
Alan
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Another brilliant, commercially appealing song And I'm glad that the desperately angry girl with black hair and tattoos has finally find the light of her life and now spending the best days of her life in the Caribbean. Cute lyrics. Great band, great mix and superb vocals. You are maybe the best producer on this forum, everything screams perfectness. This should be the biggest summer hit 2026, I wouldn't be surprised to hear this on the radio... or actually I would, because songs this good do not get airplay they deserve. Janne Wow, now I'm blushing a little  Thank you so much for your really nice comment, Janne. Makes my day
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Thanks for the humor and your great song. It's true that protest songs have never been very successful, and in the end, the more you sing, the worse it gets! What to do: Retreat to the top of a mountain with your guitar and meditate on the depravities of humanity. Another option: write love songs or songs with absolutely no meaning while trying to make as much money as possible.
Laurent Thank you for your really kind comment, Laurent I agree, love songs are the better solution. Even without any money
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We, obviously, much like reggae and thus we were immediately captured by this. The band, vocals, the write, your performances and the mix nailed the vibe. It has the early reggae feel when upbeat lyrics dominated the genre. Well done and we enjoyed it! And we doubt you will be busking. J&B PS Janice just listened again and said she could envision Grace Potter singing this. We love it! Thank you, J&B, for your really kind and encouraging words. I'd never heard of Grace Potter before, but I listened to a few of her songs yesterday, and yes, her more upbeat songs show that she would definitely be a good fit for my song. She's a great singer!
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B.D.,
My first impression was, "Wow, so you write lyrics like this, too?"
It’s a really fun song that blends reggae and ska.
Serious lyrics certainly wouldn't suit a track like this.
Reggae has become popular in Japan lately.
Personally, I prefer Latin music, so I feel a bit left out.
Enjoyed my listen and watch a lot.
Best regards.
Shigeki Adachi
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Hey mon this is fantastic. Love the groove. You did amazing with that synth vocal. I really dug the lyrics, very well done! Great backing band and mix. IMHO this is your best to date Loved it. ..........................................
Yes, even Germans have feelings sometimes.
................................ Thank you for your really kind words, Mario. Mucho appreciated ... Hers go from sweet and loving to a mad ragging bull... Sounds like a perfectly normal woman 
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Extremely high commercial value. Extremely catchy pop melody. This is so well produced. Sehr gut! Thanks a lot, Scott. Catchiness, that's what I wanted. Commercial value? About the same as my other songs: zero
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Not sure how I missed this song earlier, but glad to catch it today!
Thanks for the share, B.D.!
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Catherine
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Silly Love Songs. Can't get enough of them.
Excellent listening. Delightful Production. Beautiful mix.
Good Music.
Well done.
fj Every now and then, I try to distance myself from all the sad love songs I usually come up with. Thank you Mr. "90% of songs should be love songs" Much appreciated
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Had a listen to this a week or so ago. What a cool song. Awesome vocal and lyric. Loved the backtrack and groove. Really catchy hook. Thank you for your really kind feedback, Scott. Made my day
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B.D,
There is so much fun and happiness in this song. The Reggae sound is a perfect fit for this. (Ich habe es gern!).
You create great music that's always worth the time to listen.
Loved this one!
Alan Thank you so much for your really nice comment, Alan. Much appreciated
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B.D.,
My first impression was, "Wow, so you write lyrics like this, too?"
It’s a really fun song that blends reggae and ska.
Serious lyrics certainly wouldn't suit a track like this.
Reggae has become popular in Japan lately.
Personally, I prefer Latin music, so I feel a bit left out.
Enjoyed my listen and watch a lot.
Best regards.
Shigeki Adachi Thank you for your kind words, Shigeki Adachi. Apparently, I should start my world tour in Japan (my wife also prefers Latin music)
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Not sure how I missed this song earlier, but glad to catch it today!
Thanks for the share, B.D.!
Best,
Catherine Thank you for your kind comment, Catherine. Much appreciated
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