I actually wrote this song a couple years ago, but I re-arranged and re-recorded it this past weekend. All the instrumentation on this one is RealTracks/RealDrum, and one track of tambourine. All the vocals are me (once again, cheap labor!) I hope you enjoy it!

A Night Like This

Here are the RT's/RD's used...
RealTracks in song: 995:Bass, Electric, HardRockLA Ev 120
RealTracks in song: 686:Organ, B3, Background Pop Ev 120
RealTracks in style: 405:Guitar, Acoustic, Strumming Ev 120
RealTracks in song: 590:Banjo, Bluegrass Doc Ev 100 (Rhythm - Simple)
RealTracks in song: 794:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm ModernCountrySync Ev 100
RealTracks in song: 2040:Guitar, Resonator, Soloist CountryRob Ev 120
RealDrums in Song: NashvilleEven8^8-a:Snare, HiHat Open , b:Snare, Ride
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Here are the lyrics...

A Night Like This
Words and Music, Copyright Stephen W. Young

Bright stars shining in the sky tonight
There doesn't seem to be a cloud in sight
There's a big moon smiling on your car going down the road
All the trees are swaying to the sound of the radio
A little country, a little rock n roll
The kids are sitting in the back seat
Smiling as they hear you sing
And on a night like this you can do anything
Yeah, on a night like this you can do anything

You haven't seen your mom in it's been too long
Your daddy's getting older but he's still having fun
There's a big apple pie on the table in the dining room
There'll be be deep discussions of trivial stuff
The wisdom in this house is more than enough
The kids are dancing in the front room
Laughing as they hear you sing
And on a night like this you can do anything
Yeah, on a night like this you can do anything

Now the food is ready and it smells so good
You know you'll probably eat more than you should
The people you love gather round the table in the dining room
As you join hands to give thanks it feels so right
But this is nothing special, it's just another night
The kids are sitting at the table
Smiling as they hear you pray
And on a night like this you can do anything
Yeah, on a night like this you can do anything
And with a life like this you can do anything

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Merry Christmas!

Steve

Everything is perfect.
I especially like the harmonies.

Merry Christmas.

Guenter

Steve,

as usual, the structure, mix and content of the song were all top-notch! I liked the presentation of the value to be found in family life, lived wholeheartedly and enjoyed for exactly what it is.

I especially liked when you switched the hook from "On a night like this" to "with a LIFE like this..."

After effectively evoking the good memories we all have, you made the association to the source of the goodness. It should be obvious, but I suppose we have reached a time when it sounds profound to hear it stated out loud.

How I envy your various talents! Keep up the good work!

Steve,

My parents lived about 1200 miles away from
us, wife and 3 kids. We made some number of
journeys up to see them.

Your story touched me so much, for it describes
very closely the trips, the sharing and the times
we all had together.

Think as we age, these times are more and more precious.

Thank you for you work and sharing these touching moments with us.

Beautiful scene you painted in this song Steve. Love the ending too.

Steve you just keep amazing! Exceptional work! Thanks for sharing! I have not forgot about sending the tracks, just busy. God bless and have a merry Christmas and happy New Year!



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great stuff, Steve.
I especially like the outro solos
very enjoyable

Alyn

Hi Steve,

Absolutely wonderful on every level. I sat back, eyes closed and simply let the images flow. Your music never disappoints.

My best wishes to you and your family for a peaceful and joy-filled Christmas.

Noel

Hi Steve
Very nice. I love the guitar intro.

You done it again Steve. Every time I listen to your work it amazes me what you do with realtracks.
Well done

Lovely melody you created with your vocal delivery. This is a very sweet song. Nice work. Great writing. I think the BIAB sounds great, but actually may be too powerful for such a soft touch song. But the vocals carry this one through. I like it. Great hook line "on a night like this".

Nice work Steve I liked the whole song.

Great work! Along with everything else, I especially love the break at 2:30 with choral sound, and the ending.

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Steve,

as usual, the structure, mix and content of the song were all top-notch! I liked the presentation of the value to be found in family life, lived wholeheartedly and enjoyed for exactly what it is.

I especially liked when you switched the hook from "On a night like this" to "with a LIFE like this..."

After effectively evoking the good memories we all have, you made the association to the source of the goodness. It should be obvious, but I suppose we have reached a time when it sounds profound to hear it stated out loud.

How I envy your various talents! Keep up the good work!

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A big +1

All I can add was you have set the bar a little higher for the rest of us….again!