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When It Comes To You
© 2019 Kenny Leverett

Down on the shoreline drive
There’s a cool breeze off the water
Watching a beautiful day
Slowly fading away

Haven’t been here in ages
Thought it was too much bother
Reliving a past
Accepting that nothing lasts

But when it comes to you
It’s a no can do
Who would’ve thought I’d be the one
Who couldn’t move on
When it comes to you

So many familiar places
Flashbacks of moments gone by
In a younger time
Hiding inside my mind

I still see you at twenty
Part woman part bright eyed girl
Looking in my direction
And offering the world

But when it comes to you
It’s a no can do
Who would’ve thought I’d be the one
Who couldn’t move on
When it comes to you

But when it comes to you
It’s a no can do
Never thought I’d be the one
Who couldn’t move on
When it comes to you

Drums Acoustic Folk Rock
Bass 1174 PopCalypso
Piano 1422 Acoustic PopCalypso
Guitar 896 Acoustic Folk Rock 12 String
Accordion 1173 PopCalypso

Kenny,

Awesome song!!!

Love the band! You keep coming up with good ones...

The combination of BGVs and accordion on the chorus is inspired! Sounds SO good!
You have a STAR-quality voice. A singer-songwriter-rocker voice. Like a Bob Seger. Or a Rod Stewart. I envy you that!

Super songwriting.
Your melodies are always so "sing-able". SO good.
Your lyrics are comfortable, yet fresh - a complexity to their simplicity... conversational (as lyrics should be) and meaningful. You write I-know-that-feeling! kinds of lyrics - nothing "contrived"...
Amazingly good.

I loved this.

fj

The according sounds ace - reminds me of Sandy from The Wild, The Innocent & The E Street Shuffle.
Sweet song.
Well sung too.
Is it me or do the vocals get rather louder in the last verse & chorus?

Another great tune...
Your songwriting, recording & production abilities are really strong...
I always look forward to hearing your songs.

Kenny,

I like the sweet yearning in this song. The chorus melody is simply memorable and had me singing along.
Of course, I`m with Floyd on the voice envy I get listening to your raspy pipes!
Mix sounds good - the accordion was a great choice.

Robert

Kenny,

I love everything about this... Such a cool band and vocal.

Outstanding song!

Bob

Thank you so much,

you are the ambassador here and the ambassador of cool

If I had only one listen and comment, this one would be enough to keep me going

and think that I have something to offer.

You are a true professional and I think you set the tone for everyone here

to strive to be better. You also set the tone for kindness.

Your comments always mean a lot to me because I'm a big fan of yours.

I appreciate your support and am glad that you liked this song.

Thanks for the listen and the kind words Ray,

great reference, man I loved that album

I do appreciate your critical ears, you give good feedback

I have a peak limiter on the vocal so it couldn't have gotten too out of hand

Hey Jim from the great state of Texas,

thank you for the listen and kind words

"I still see you at twenty
Part woman part bright eyed girl
Looking in my direction
And offering the world"

This is so true. I wish I wrote that quatrain. Great stuff. Excellent choice of instrumentation. It fits your song perfectly.

Hi, Kenny !:))

This is without question
your best among those tunes
you´ve produced I´ve had the
pleasure of listening to so far !
It really is a masterpiece !:))

Cheers
Dani

I can't say it any better. You always nail it!! You songs are emotional, powerful, memorable, singable, and no one could do them like you!! AWESOME!! Take care. Greg

Kenny

Great sounding band the accordion sounds really nice - excellent impassioned vocals and enchanting melody and a strong set of lyrics.
Another top notch song.

Peter

Excellent song Kenny. Especially liked the mix on this song. Very cool how the vocal sits out front of the band and the instruments are so clear and distinct. Well done...

"So many familiar places
Flashbacks of moments gone by
In a younger time
Hiding inside my mind"

Four short lines that pack a ton of emotion...

You distill writes down to the "all that's needed"...never anything less or more. And to do that you gotta have something to say as you always do.

Back before his disco years there was a Rod Stewart that we listened to a lot and still do -- his first two albums after leaving Faces are masterpieces in our book.
This tune, like many of yours, would for us sit perfectly in that playlist. The comparo is not based simply on your voice but rather on the whole package of sounds that he captured on those two albums (Gasoline Alley and Every Picture Tells A Story). It's like we're being treated to newly discovered cuts from them. Yeah!

But then Son Volt comes to mind also. It’s all good!

GREAT!!!

J&B

Yeah, Floyd pretty much nailed it with his comments I think.

As good as it gets, and one of your best vocals ever.

Loved it!

Kenny, this is a very good song with a catchy/memorable chorus! I feel that this is one of your best tunes and you have some really good ones! Thanks, Torrey

Robert, I can hear you singing along, sounds good!

so glad that you like it, thanks for your kind words

Hey Bob,

thank you so much

Wonderful song. It's all there, great write, arrangement, production and performance. Love the vocals on this one. Enjoyed.

thank you so much

I appreciate those kind words

4 lines alternating rhymes, cool

Hi Kenny,

the more songs of yours I get to listen to the more I like them (liked them from the start anyway !!!) This again is a great tune; in the beginning I was reminded on Tom Petty and Dylan (or a blend of their voices...) like they sang with the Travelling Wilburys (which I still like a lot), but, no: It's Kenny, and your singing is definitely second to non.

Liked it a lot !!!

Take care,

Stefan

Hey Dani,

Thanks for the listen and taking time to comment

I appreciate your very kind words

Greg,

Thank you so much for your kind words

I'm a big fan of your music

My comments for the next few days will have to be brief as my wife just returned home from the hospital (twice since Christmas) and needs lots of attention. I apologize for the brevity but it's necessary. Thanks for understanding!

Kenny,

There's never a disappointment with anything you post. Great song and delivery - you remind me a bit of Rod Stewart with just a touch more grit. Excellent ... your music is always so easy to listen to - pro all the way. Best to you ...

Alan

Hey Peter,

thanks so much for the listen and kind words

Scott,

Thanks for that

Thanks guys!

I absolutely love those Rod Stewart records, what happened to that guy?

I heard he was playing soccer or something

thanks for all the kind words

take care, stay dry

Thanks Dave,

you're a gentleman and scholarly type

and one heck of a fine blues guitarist

Torrey,

Thank you so much

I'm a big fan of your music

Hey Charlie,

Thanks for dropping by for a listen

and for your kind words

Nice arrangement and vocals, this works well Kenny.

Take care.

Thanks

Stefan,

Thank you for those very kind words

Alan,

Thanks for taking time to listen and comment, hope Di is doing better.

I always appreciate your support and kind words

Yeah , this one has a 70's soft rock feel to it, great job on the vocals Kenny, and your chord progression seems to slide into place with subtle changes. Love it!!! Cliff

Hey Kenny. What a wonderful song. You have a great sound going on here. Definite Dylan vibe. Love the accordion.
Good job.
J

Hey,

Thank you so much for the listen and the kind words

Sounds great man. Sorry I can't be more loquacious. I am listening to everything but these next six months are mad crazy with my work, so I will just have to listen and say I love it.

Please bear with me during this time.

Great will mean great. I am listening.

Hey Cliff,

Thanks for the listen and the kind words

Joanne,

Thank you so much for the kind words

Love the memories, emotion and imaginary of the lyrics. A beautiful reflection of love and life. The song reminds me a little of the Eagles and your voice a little Don Henley. Very nice take!!

Had a kinda John Denver feel to it. Nice one Kenny

Thanks David,

boy do I understand about work and things taking your time

I appreciate your listen and kind words

I always look forward to your songs

Very sweet melody and nice sound.
Very well performed

Super accordion in background.

Sergio

This song really induced a sense of nostalgia. I think nostalgia really resonates with all ages - longing for a time long past.

Thanks for sharing this song with us! It has given me lots to think about.

Hey,

Thank you so much for the listen and kind words,

I wish that I could sing like Henley, what a voice

Thanks Graham,

I appreciate the kind words, never been compared to John Denver before

in writing or singing, I take it as a great compliment.

Hi Kenny,

Very good song! You have a great voice - it is a pleasure to listen to it!

Thank you for sharing!
Will

Hey Sergio,

Good to hear from you,

Thanks for the listen and kind words.

Ember,

Happy Birthday!!!

Thank you for your kind words

Great song. Great sound. You've got a sound.

Kenny,

This is a wonderful musical journey.

You really grabbed hold of me with the way you described the setting sun in verse 1.


Sitting in a "cool breeze" and enjoying a "beautiful day" as it fades into twilight sets the scene so very well for what is to come.

You have a terrific way with words and fitting them to music. I thoroughly enjoy my listen.

All the best,
Noel

Will, thanks for the listen and kind words

Thank you for the listen and kind words

love the sound of your sweet guitars

love the sweet sound of your guitars

Nice song, great performance and well produced. Congrats.
Mike

Noel,

Thanks for the listen and the very kind words,

all I can say is that the muse gives it to me and I write it down as fast as I can

Hey Mike,

Thanks for the listen and kind words.

Kenny,

Nice sound and feel to this one—makes me think of a Springstein song, but it has it’s own unique touch. Engaging melody and the vocal really fits with this one. That accordion kills—nice production choice. Terrific iisten!

All the best,

Deej

Hey Deej,

Thank you for the listen and kind words.