Originally Posted By: rsdean
Robert,

An absolutely stunning piece...

"we called him Uncle Amazing
he looked like Steve McQueen
all candy card tricks
sleight of hand"

Wow - no words to describe how much I love this one.

Bob



I very much appreciate that, Bob...makes the choice to share so worth while.

Originally Posted By: Deryk - PG Music
Wow - what unique and attention-grabbing tune! It has an almost psychedelic feel to it - your lyrics and vocals on this are haunting too, and it sets a really spectacular mood.

Thanks for sharing smile


Deryk,
Thanks for all your listens and positive comments.

Originally Posted By: Noel96
Robert,

Like floyd, I really enjoyed the vocal introduction that led into the instruments. One needs lots of confidence to do that and you did it very well.

I'm not sure that I fully understood the lyrics but the below verses were very haunting and they caused me much reflection.

Quote:
we called him Uncle Amazing
he looked like Steve McQueen
all candy card tricks
sleight of hand

games behind closed doors
the cost to keep mum
on the tip of your tongue
like a brand

I honestly don't know what to say nor how to say it. Given the sense of gravitas that I feel from these lyrics, I sincerely hope that time has helped with healing.

The style, your singing and your arrangement were excellent choices to carry this story.

Regards,
Noel


Noel,
I set a few inner ground rules for writing the lyrics:
-make it clear the song is about the sexual abuse of a child, without using gratuitous detail.
-write both from the child`s point of view and the adult, believing there is healing to be found.
-its unlikely my sister will hear the song, but if she does, have I written a message of love and support?
The responses from the generous listeners here make me I hope I succeeded in some way.
Thanks for your kind comments.

Robert
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