Originally Posted By: rsdean
Robert, Janice & Bud,

I love how unique this song is... It catches you right from the first couple of bars.

Excellent production and instrumentation. Janice again nails the right vibe and tone.

"daddy chose good
night before we lost him
said he looks like a raider
don`t cry don`t think little brother
see how the dew star spangles Reiver`s mane"

Some really outstanding lyrics here as well. Wow!

Bob


Glad you liked that intro, Bob - originally the song had no intro
or space between the verses and it was Bud`s suggestion to try using held chords that helped get that started.
I like that you mentioned the feel of Janice`s vocal...to me she conveys a bit of toughness and the warmth of the young girl in the story.

Robert

Originally Posted By: GocartMoz
Very cool tune. I agree with Bob that what first stood out for me, aside from Janice’s always incredible vocal, is how unique this melody is. It brings you in right from the start and holds your interest every step of the way. Really liked this.

Dave


Dave,
Thank you for those positive comments. I wrote the chorus first -that was the easy part, then the verse lyrics with short phrases seemed to suggest that choppy rhythm in the melody.

Robert