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Too many thoughts going thru my head on this. I'm not even sure what direction to go with my comments. I have not ONE thing I could tell you to do differently.
I could pick apart every word, instrumentation, feeling but why? Every single thing I would say would be a compliment.
I will say this though...
"a lazy downtown all replaced
by high-rises and a hectic pace"
That says an AMAZING amount in so little time. But, now that I've said that, it makes me want to keep going...
The build was awesome, and the release to such an touching ending was a perfect contrast to that. Thanks for not letting me live in only "days gone by."
This song is gorgeous in every aspect. HTL - always enjoy your thoughts on a song... (and, of course, I enjoyed these...) Thanks!
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Lovely work. Greg was spot on with his review. Great build and some spine tingling lyrics.
Wonderful mix -crystal clear on my system and your "trademark" lyric make this a joy to listen to.
Peter Thanks for your continued support, Peter...
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Congratulations Floyd,
This may be your most cinematic song yet, and it is definitely my favorite vocal of yours. So warm and authentic--truly winsome.
It's like miniature movie, this song.
I wonder what genre you would call this (or any number of your tunes.)
They don't sound "country" to me, more like Dan Folgelberg in the "storyteller" genre, which the Eagles did very well, as did Jim Croce.
If you had to put a genre on this (other than the Floyd genius genre) how would you define it?
Great job on this man.
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You just proved again that Thomas Wolfe was right. You can't go home again. Well done, and well written.
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Wow! Just when I expected another melancholic verse, you switch directions and end up with a happy ending! You did post a spoiler at the beginning, but I didn't believe it. and she’s still that small town girl
with dreams to change the world
as soon as she's found
a way out of this townGreat lyric, sort of the reverse of Greg's Sutherland Road. As always, a pleasure to listen to your songs!  David - thanks for stopping by. It is always nice when someone notes a section of lyric (thanks!). Greg's song is so amazing - I'll happily be a counterpart to it 
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Hi, Floyd !:))
You´ve done it again !:))
What a wonderful tune with
splendid singing by you !
My new Floydfav for sure !!!
Cheers
Dani Thanks, Dani!
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More wonderful storytelling by Mr FJ!! Floyd you are a master at doing these type songs! Thoroughly good in every way! Thanks, T
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Janice’s immediate comments:
“What a passionate and soulful vocal.”
“The melody is mesmerizing.”
“That’s perfect piano.”
“The imagery would make an incredible video.”
“ It reminds me of Glen Campbell.”
Bud says, “ditto” and adds:
The clarity and overall sound of both your vocal and the piano are outstanding.
The lyric makes me contemplate over and over about what makes a great write like this. A wonderful combo of nature and nurture I think.
Sublime and poignant.
J&B
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Emotional and easy to relate to, even to people who stayed put. I too am glad you ended with sweetness, but I kinda felt like it was coming so it was as delicious as that pie you smelled in the oven during dinner.
Yep, that's what home is.
This was just great. I enjoyed it first bar to last. Thanks, Tangmo... appreciate that...
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This is great.
So well done.
And very memorable. drutgat - thanks, appreciate that... Hi Floyd,
It's amazing how simplicity and structured fulfillment can be so mutually ingratiating. The music is simple in form, yet the story/lyric is fully engaging and fulfills the expectations of the listener. The two facets compliment each other, rather than compete, throughout. And you do it so smoothly and seemingly with little effort, although I can imagine the diligent work you out into this.
Although totally different styles, this song brought to mind the Ed Bruce song, "After All" - it's one of my all-time favorites. This one matches up quite nicely with it. It was a real pleasure. Best to you.
Alan Alan - thanks for that very nice review. And thanks for mentioning Ed Bruce (he was a great one!) - I had never heard that song...found it on YouTube - nice!!
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"what a pleasant surprise to find beacon drive
after all these years somehow survived
tears of joy well up inside
for the town she once called home"
Great writing. And I love the name of her street!
Great intro and pacing throughout the arrangement.
And your vocals and harmonies are outstanding
Well done!
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Man, you are on a roll! Just one good song after another.
Love the story, very well written, and your vocals/harmonies are spot on.
Great mix, piano sounds fabulous. What VSTi are you using if you don't mind my asking?
Very much enjoyed the listen! Thanks for all of that, Dave... The piano is my go-to piano VST - use it ALL the time - 4Frount TruePiano. http://www.truepianos.com/It is $120 - last Christmas they put it on sale for $80. I've got a number of other pianos - EZKeys Grand and Studio Grand, Addictive Keys Studio Grand - but I use the TruePianos on almost everything... I like the way it cuts through the mix..
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Man, you are on a roll! Just one good song after another.
Love the story, very well written, and your vocals/harmonies are spot on.
Great mix, piano sounds fabulous. What VSTi are you using if you don't mind my asking?
Very much enjoyed the listen! Dave said it right. Really well written and done. Tony Tony - I really appreciate you stopping by for a listen and a comment.... Thanks!
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Floyd I will have to say to date this song is my favorite of yours. The lyrics are so beautiful and brought me to to such a different experience of going back home. Love the twist at the end of finding that sweet place. This song is as great as any coming out of Nashville. You really nailed it with this one. Thanks, Donna. Appreciate that...
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Floyd,
We recognize the situation!
When you go back to future places and times, it comes down to a disappointment most of the times.
Very good lyrics... as are the music and your vocals.
Rob and Anne-Marie
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Great song and vocal. Love the harmonies and the overall arrangement and the fact that the song kept building up throughout. Works really well and conveys the message of change which we cannot control so effectively. Thanks, Tony. Nice of you to say...
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Floyd,
So much to like -the story with enough detail to draw us in and space to make it universal; superb vocals and nicely placed harmonies, crystal clear piano... my favourite moment is the bridge where you bring out emotion held back in the chorus.
A big WOW for this.
Robert Robert - thanks for your continued support... and thanks for mentioning the bridge - it's a bit different than my usual...
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wow Floyd this is a great production so well done eric
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Floyd,
I love this... Beautiful and touching. Great vocal and production as well.
Some very cool lines in this song:
"a lazy downtown all replaced
by high-rises and a hectic pace
everywhere she turned another stranger’s face
in the town she once called home"
Outstanding stuff!
Bob
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Floyd,
Terrific lyrics on this one—love the rhyme scheme and pacing, accentuated by the great vocal delivery. Nice job on those background vocals starting that second verse. Great theme on this one, too. We’ve all been there, going back to a beloved spot and seeing how it’s changed, how affecting that can be. And yet it’s still that same place. Well captured here. Great tune—enjoyed listening to this one.
Hope all is well in your world.
Regards,
Deej
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