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I was thinking about a time in my early twenties when I was afraid of commitment and I was faced with the decision to stay on the road or settle down. 4 kids and 6 grandkids later I know I made the right choice. So this song is about a time and place in the distant past. I guess it's my ode to self loathing. Hope you like it. Comments /Suggestions encouraged. https://soundcloud.com/tommyad/if-i-were-youhttp://soundclick.com/share.cfm?id=12634369RealTracks in song: 1253:Bass, Electric, PopShiningHeld Ev 120 RealTracks in style: 1729:Piano, Acoustic, Solo-Accompaniment PopBalladJohn Ev 110 RealTracks in song: ~522:Guitar, Acoustic, Fingerpicking Ev 120 RealTracks in song: 1278:Synth Pad, PopUplift Ev 120 RealTracks in song: 1677:Guitar, Acoustic, Fingerpicking CountryBrent Ev 120 RealTracks in song: 624:Fiddle, Soloist George Ev 085 RealDrums: RealDrums in Song: NashvilleEven8^2-a:Sidestick, HiHat , b:Snare, HiHat ******************* If I Were You If I were you I'd leave me get over us for good I don't think I can ever be the kind of man that could Settle down and see if I could work up the nerve To give you the kind of life a girl like you deserves Please don’t say you love me I'll surely let you down I'm thinking you’d be better off not having me around You should turn and walk away it's not hard to see That I'm afraid I'll break your heart If I were you I'd leave me I've always been the traveling kind who never could stay put A rolling stone a rambling man who couldn't put down roots I've never needed anyone I'm on this voyage alone It's who I am and what I do and all I've ever known Please don’t say you love me I'll surely let you down I'm thinking you’d be better off not having me around You should turn and walk away it's not hard to see That I'm afraid I'll break your heart If I were you I'd leave me ©Thomas Adams 2013
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Hi Tom...
You did a nice job of telling an old theme in a new and fresh way...that's not easy to do but you pulled it off quite nicely. Sounds like a song a musician would sing to his girlfriend.
I'm a traveler at heart and it's cost me in a lot of ways. But it's in my blood. that was a great listen. Thanks for the fine entertainment....
Al & Di
PS: if I were you, I'd keep writing fine tunes like this!
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Good song Tommy, I'm just guessing here but I would think they are many a musician who would relate to that lyric.
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I never tire of the rambling man songs even though I'm 32 years into a wonderful marriage and have no desire to roam. But 30 years of bluegrass playing just endeared me to this type. What I'm trying to say is that I've heard a lot of the and this is a good one. How does it differ from the average ones? Well, I think it's the weariness that comes through on the vocal. It just works. Works really well. It talks to you. And it rings authenticate. Thanks for the post.
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Tom,
A good production and mix. Your vocal on this is really solid.
The harmonies are TIGHT! Did you sing those? They sound real (sung),
but they are so tight - if you generated those would like to know with what...
Really like the chorus. Was kind of wanting (expecting) the verse melody to go someplace "new" at the third line.. but a that a small nit..
Another good one. You are on a roll!
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Tom,
I was expecting a Rock tune for some reason and then I heard the violin....wow.
Then the harmonies came along.... double wow
Altogether that is a beautiful, beautiful song.
excellent
Alyn
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Hi, Tommy !:))
I liked everything about this one,
I might even say it is my favourite
Tommysong !!:)) Very good vocals
Tommy !:))
Cheers
Dani
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Al, Thanks for your kind words. I appreciate you listening.
Danny, i think many of the musicians on this forum have had similar thoughts at some time. Thanks for listening.
Bud, Thanks for the nice comments. I think I was weary at the time.
floyd, It's all me. The harmonies were double tracked and the lead was double tracked, then spread in the stereo mix. A funny thing happened, in the beginning of the chorus you can hear an out of phase sweep come through on the first line. It sounded kind of musical so I left it in. Happy accidents- i love em. Thanks for your your comments.
Alyn, The rock tunes are in the pipeline. Thanks for your comments. I appreciate it.
Dani, Thanks for your kind words. Tom
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Tommy,
I can't personally relate to the lyric having never been a real road musician, but the song communicates the emotion very well. Great job!!
SD
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I have never been a road musician either but I have seen a lot of local musicians that have written this song.
Everything about this is top shelf IMHO and to pick a favorite thing about this song is extremely tough but for me it was the lyrics.
Great job on everything!
Me, it's not about how many times you fail, it's about how many times you get back up.
Cop, that's not how field sobriety tests work.
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Cool tune Tommy. Tells a great story. Really enjoyed it. Well played and well sung
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Very well done Tommy as usual, thanks for sharing!
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SD, Thanks for listening and taking the time to comment.
Mario, Thanks for your very generous words.
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Very nice Tommy. I'm kinda surprised that you can remember your early twenties. I can't.  Regards, Bob
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Tommy,
Very well written, performed and produced. It's what I have come to expect from you.
You just keep getting better all the time.
Steve
Steve Young Music"In order to compose, all you need to do is remember a tune that nobody else has thought of." - Robert Schumann
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Hey Bob, I can remember forty years ago, but I can't remember what I came into the room to look for. Thanks for the comments.
Steve, Good to hear from you. Thanks for the very generous comments. Tom
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I played this excellent song yesterday but couldn't comment then, as I was reeling from the poignant lyrics.
This is so genuine and honest and with a heartfelt performance. Well done.
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Hi Tommy,
Wow! Before I get to the song's writing and performance, I just need to comment on the production. It's ... well it's just brilliant! That RT 1253 Bass is awesome! The depth of tone and quality it adds to the mix is magnificent.
Now, back to the song ...
As Oleman has pointed out, this rings out with lyrical honesty. What I found most interesting was that even though the song is autobiographical, the presentation comes across as a universal theme and did not, at anytime, step into the realm of the personal. That's mighty clever songwriting! As always, your singing is made for each and every song your write. The two are a perfect fit. You really should be on the radio!
All the best,
Noel
P.S. Congratulations on your BIAB 2014 award. You seriously deserve it!
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Olemon, Thanks for your kind comments.
Noel, Your reviews of my songs have always been more than generous. I always look forward to what you have to say in your comments to everyone's songs. I have learned a lot from you. I was very grateful to win the award. What a great company and what a great bunch of people on this forum. Thanks, Tom
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