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Changing The World

Challenged to write a song about a misunderstanding I came up with three bloopers from history ( so this one was co written by Google)and asked Scott to give it an early FabFour treatment.

RealTracks RT 1603 Bass Pop Ev 110
RealTracks RT 1577 PianoAcoustic Soul 60`sSync Ev110
RT 1405 Piano Acoustic Soul 70`s Held
Loop : Pots & Pans
RealTracks in song: 2507:String Quartet, Rhythm PopEvenChamber Ev 120
RealTracks in song: 1572:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm Soul60sHighA-B Ev 110
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Changing The World
(One Mistake at A Time)

clock turns back to World War One
see the Black Hand man with a gun
Archduke`s driver can`t keep his cool
turns left not right he`s fortune`s fool
oh no!
Black Hand man fires the gun
starting World War One

jump ahead to World War Two
Japan says what? Truman`s no clue
translator can`t keep his cool
they didn`t say that he`s fortune`s fool
oh no!
Fat Man falling through the blue
ending World War Two

false alarm
faux pas or a crime
changing the world
one mistake at a time

today we dodged World War Three
that looks like missiles on the screen
Norad man can`t keep his cool
the Russians aren`t coming he`s fortune`s fool
oh no!
stand down repeat
cancel World War Three

false alarm
faux pas or a crime
changing the world
one mistake at a time
changing the world
one mistake at a time

© Robert Cordrey Nov. 2018

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Clever idea, well executed. smile


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Very cool concept, Robert! I like what you did here, very clever.

Nice job with the vocal production, loved the "Oh no!" bit and the way you handled the bridge.

And Scott always has a knack for adding just what the songs needs.

Nicely done, enjoyed the listen!

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Cool sixties sound with a little The Clash-like sound here and there. Nice arrangement!

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Agree. Good sound.


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Sounds like R.E.M. to me

really catchy

at first the delay on the guitar was throwing me, seemed to clash with the drums

went back for a second listen, I think its fine, if it was me I would've made that first

verse more stripped down.

I've written a song about Truman, I could fit your second verse right into mine,

it's about American history, no one seems to remember that other Presidents

split the nation, Harry once had an approval rating of 22!

enjoyed the song as I always do when you guys post

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"false alarm
faux pas or a crime
changing the world
one mistake at a time"

A clever write. The production was interesting - fitting for the subject matter. The string quartet was an excellent choice.

Scott's guitar work works well, too. Y'all need a band name!

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Robert / Scott

Catchy sound - some nice playing by Scott and a strong set of lyrics and vocals.
You've turned into quite a songwriting team.

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This was another fun project. Had to do a little research working on the actual song. Went through quite a few of the Beatle songs to get a feel for the tone and George's style. Boy he did some really cool stuff. Simple but so effective and complimentary to the song. As I was signed and sealed Beatlemanic when I was a kid and have to admit still am, this was allot of fun to work on.

Robert has such a cool way with lyrics and melodies. Look forward to 2019.. Merry Christmas Everyone..


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Gentlemen,

Cool retro sound! A little different - but love the direction your music has taken recently. Kudos to both of you! Merry Christmasn.

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Your lyrics are really well crafted on this one. Sad truths abound.


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Originally Posted By: dcuny
Clever idea, well executed. smile


Thanks!

Originally Posted By: BlueAttitude
Very cool concept, Robert! I like what you did here, very clever.

Nice job with the vocal production, loved the "Oh no!" bit and the way you handled the bridge.

And Scott always has a knack for adding just what the songs needs.

Nicely done, enjoyed the listen!


This one came out of left field- its fun to be challenged and have to go Googling on a subject sometimes.
And of course I know Scott`s got my back!

Originally Posted By: Ezekiel's Storm
Cool sixties sound with a little The Clash-like sound here and there. Nice arrangement!


Glad you liked the 60`s references,thanks for your comments.


Originally Posted By: edshaw
Agree. Good sound.


Thanks, Ed!

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Sounds like R.E.M. to me

really catchy

at first the delay on the guitar was throwing me, seemed to clash with the drums

went back for a second listen, I think its fine, if it was me I would've made that first

verse more stripped down.

I've written a song about Truman, I could fit your second verse right into mine,

it's about American history, no one seems to remember that other Presidents

split the nation, Harry once had an approval rating of 22!

enjoyed the song as I always do when you guys post

Kenny



Kenny,

Yup, we have very short memories when it comes to history... maybe that helps us sleep!
I can hear how that opening verse could have had more of a build. Good comments- we appreciate your support!
I`ll go looking for your Truman song.


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Very well done!! Clever with a bit of dark humor.....unfortunately, a bit too close to reality. Really great musical creation....heard the Beatles vibe all over this! Nice work!!! Take care. Greg

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Great job guys! Robert you always have some neat unexpected melody changes in your tunes! Cool song! Thanks, Torrey



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Originally Posted By: floyd jane
"false alarm
faux pas or a crime
changing the world
one mistake at a time"

A clever write. The production was interesting - fitting for the subject matter. The string quartet was an excellent choice.

Scott's guitar work works well, too. Y'all need a band name!

fj


Thanks for those positives,Floyd.
Oh now I`ll stop writing songs for days thinking up names... off the top I kinda like Junkyard Angel (a line from our first collaboration).

Originally Posted By: PeterF
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Catchy sound - some nice playing by Scott and a strong set of lyrics and vocals.
You've turned into quite a songwriting team.

Peter


Peter,
Thanks for your listen and comments.

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Gentlemen,

Cool retro sound! A little different - but love the direction your music has taken recently. Kudos to both of you! Merry Christmasn.

Alan


I appreciate that, Alan.
Christmas greetings to you too!

Originally Posted By: rayc
Your lyrics are really well crafted on this one. Sad truths abound.


Thanks!

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Another great song from you.
Very original song. Excellent vocal and playing

Merry Christmas

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Originally Posted By: Greg Johnson
Very well done!! Clever with a bit of dark humor.....unfortunately, a bit too close to reality. Really great musical creation....heard the Beatles vibe all over this! Nice work!!! Take care. Greg


Thanks Greg!

Originally Posted By: Torrey Bliss
Great job guys! Robert you always have some neat unexpected melody changes in your tunes! Cool song! Thanks, Torrey


Torrey,
I listened to a few Beatles favourites- always inspires.
Thanks for your comments.

Robert

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Nice collaboration Robertkc & ScottC. Vocals are well suited to this song... Guitar make this a matching set

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I guess it was only fitting that we listened to this on a day when the news is full of stories about Russia's new missile delivery system!

Clever and potent.

Your arrangement, the BiaB band and Scott are all in the pocket to support your write and vocal.

You guys have had some great productions this year and we look forward to more!

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Robert / Scott,

What a great idea and song! Love the delivery and mix.

Going back for another listen... smile

Bob

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