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A simple sketchpad for a song Idea I've had for a while now but I wanted to get it written and structured before I move everything to another computer. Nothing fancy here just a simple pad and vocals.

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There's no better day than today, to look at all of my mistakes
Deep down in my heart I'm so ashamed, and I'm gonna have to take the blame
But if I could find a way to go back in time, I'd try to find a way not to be so blind
And if God gave me the power for a day or two
I think I know exactly what I would do

I'd clean up all the poison I've spilled
Breathe life back into all the things I've killed
I'd put the blue back in the ocean and sky again
Make the air where kids could play outside again
Now you may think there's just no way
But I'm gonna start to try
And there's no better day than today

There's no better time than right now, I've got to make a change somehow
There's not better reason to try, when I look into my children's eyes

Song Stats

Hits: 2822
Comments: 66
Fans: 49
Plays: 536
Downloads: 3
Votes: 19
Uploaded: Feb 10, 2008 - 01:16:18 PM
Last Updated: Feb 10, 2008 - 01:16:18 PM Last Played: Nov 15, 2009 - 04:30:37 PM

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Keywords:

today (9), world (121)

Hardware:

mac

Software:

logic

Comments

Moviz	Moviz said 651 days ago (February 10th, 2008)
	I just Love your voice Droop and this song and your treatment of it are just wonderful. I love the pad, the synth and everything about this, especially the harmonies Love it, love it, love it, so refreshing and of course that's what the lyrics are saying,regards M Check out my latest song called Come Back Billie

droop	droop said 651 days ago (February 11th, 2008)
	Hey M Thanks I always value your opinion on my stuff. I figure the only way to work on my vocals is to write something and go at it. Ha yeah refreshing would be another way of putting it. thanks again M Check out my latest song called Last Teardrop

	said 651 days ago (February 10th, 2008)
	Today by droop. Thanks Oh this is so lovely the lyrics are really good but so very sad and I really love your voice. I love it just the way it is. But as you are aware I am no expert. Your lyrics fit with your vocals just the right mood. It nearly made me cry. I agree with with everything Moviz said I also Love It. thanks again. Dee. x

droop	droop said 651 days ago (February 11th, 2008)
	Oh thanks Dee I'm certainly glad you liked it......I worked pretty hard on it, even though there's not much to it. Hey, I'm no expert either but I value your opinion of the song as much or more than any expert. thanks again Check out my latest song called Last Teardrop

Feter	Feter said 651 days ago (February 10th, 2008)
	Today what a song what a great vocal work my friend .. very great production ..loved the electric keys !! very honest song my friend .thnx for sharin !! Check out my latest song called A Night With Feter feat'(Roxylee sloparts crissew johnwhitehead and Yamin AL Yamani )

droop	droop said 651 days ago (February 11th, 2008)
	Thank you feter Thanks for always being there to comment on my stuff. I was hoping you might like the harmonies on this one. thanks again Check out my latest song called Last Teardrop

thetiler	thetiler said 651 days ago (February 10th, 2008)
	wow this is really something. The harmony is indeed done with a terrific touch. But actually this whole tune is real music to my ears from the words to the beats to the melody. Impressed! Thanks for sharing this pop gem! Check out my latest song called The Bluebird Cafe (with two other guest)

droop

droop said 651 days ago (February 11th, 2008)

Well Tiler
I'm well aware of your talent and it means a lot that you like it.
I just started back singing and writing recently and it's been
a long time since I have tried. It means I have to work harder
at it......its not exactly like riding a bicycle. I'm pretty new here
and I like to take each person's music that I like and give it a serious
listen rather that just jump to a lot of different ones. So, I'm gonna be
at your doorstep shortly.

thanks tiler

Check out my latest song called Last Teardrop

davisamerica	davisamerica said 651 days ago (February 10th, 2008)
	cool vox and lyrics are indeed very nice... hats off! Check out my latest song called No Son(egobandit band)

droop	droop said 651 days ago (February 11th, 2008)
	Thanks davis I do appreciate you taking time to listen and I'm glad you liked it. thanks Check out my latest song called Last Teardrop

drakonis

drakonis said 651 days ago (February 10th, 2008)

ooooh
excellent sketch idea (rolls eyes... wish my final songs sounded this good!) Crisp mix, gorgeous singing and harmonies... and a great message and fun mix between light-pop style music and 80's synthy music. Catchy, even with the rather unexpected chord changes in there. So, that means this is going to get even better? Cool!
ttfn,
Drakonis

Check out my latest song called Lullaby for the Inner Child

droop

droop said 651 days ago (February 11th, 2008)

Now don't be
rollin those dragon eyes....yes I said sketch. Actually Eduard I do a lot of my
stuff in that manner. I feel it helps me to concentrate on the song itself
which is always the most important factor for me. I can sort of stand back
and look at the songs structure and overall strength, without getting distracted
by production. Yeah I know....you thought I didn't know any fancy chords and you are right, I have no idea what they are. It was hard though to make myself sing some of the BG notes going into the chords.

glad you approve drak and thanks

Check out my latest song called Last Teardrop

futzpucker	futzpucker said 651 days ago (February 10th, 2008)
	I like this as it is I find the simplicity of this arrangement, whether intended or not, a great piece of its appeal. The lyrical content is very effectively contrasted with the track. The vocals are just spectacular. I'm very pleased I ran into your music today. You are a very talented musician. I'm glad you found this site. Check out my latest song called Just As It Is

droop

droop said 651 days ago (February 11th, 2008)

Hey Patrick
you may very well be right. Although I know how I am.....I'll probably
get some new sound or something one day and think...I've got to try and put
a track around that thing. I won't be doing anything to it for a while cause I'm
suppose to get a new computer today and I have to move everything over.
Just hope there's not any huge nightmares with third party plugs ya know.
I'm gonna start recording everything at 96 rather than 48. There are still some things about digital on the top end that really bother me. I also think its worse
in logic than protools but, I wanna do a little experimenting.
It was also nice meeting you yesterday and nice finding your music again.
thanks a lot Patrick

Check out my latest song called Last Teardrop

aclarke	aclarke said 651 days ago (February 10th, 2008)
	Amazing! Outstanding vocals... perfect harmonies and support your excellent main vocal. This is about perfect the way it is. The only thing keeping it perfect is if it were on my ipod... think I'll take care of that right now! Fantastic song, Droop. Be proud of this one! Check out my latest song called Ballad of The Little Tiki

aclarke	aclarke said 651 days ago (February 10th, 2008)
	at least tell me Where I can buy it! Really, I'm completely serious. Check out my latest song called Ballad of The Little Tiki

droop

droop said 651 days ago (February 11th, 2008)

Well AC
I'm really glad you like this one so much. So you wanna buy a copy, lets see..........have to give you a discount cause It doesn't have a track really.
I did call it a sketch so that's a little more off............ok how bout 23 cents
or a burger king coupon which ever you prefer. Ha! AC you send me a note
with your email address and I'll gladly send it to ya, and thanks so much
for your kind comments.

Check out my latest song called Last Teardrop

jiguma	jiguma said 651 days ago (February 11th, 2008)
	Tight and tasty Love the vocals, and the pad's not too shabby either. Top harmonies and a top song. This has raised the MJ vocal bar for sure. What plans do you have for taking this further? Stunning vox. Neil Check out my latest song called Lost In Translation (w Mike Watkins)

droop

droop said 651 days ago (February 11th, 2008)

Aww now Neil
I've heard you sing, I love your voice and there are plenty of good singers
here. You know it used to be that I couldn't wait to do the vocals on a new song.....and now I more or less kinda dread it, I know thats sad but its the truth.
The only plans I have for this song now is just to stay away from it for a
while.......I tend to get burned out on them especially after doing that many
background tracks.

Thanks for listening and I love your new one

Check out my latest song called Last Teardrop

craft	craft said 651 days ago (February 11th, 2008)
	nice great voice and a lovely song... NIce job Check out my latest song called Blue Lights (feat. Spleenveil)

droop	droop said 650 days ago (February 11th, 2008)
	Hey thanks craft, I do appreciate you taking time to listen. Check out my latest song called Last Teardrop

lengold	lengold said 651 days ago (February 11th, 2008)
	Simple sketch? Really? Fantastic. Cheers Len Check out my latest song called Dodgy Doughnut

droop	droop said 650 days ago (February 11th, 2008)
	Well thats what I call it when I just put down a pad or something simple to help me write the song. I do try to get the backgrounds fairly tight, plus its easier for me to hear doing harmonies with less going on. I'm glad you liked it, thanks Check out my latest song called Last Teardrop

guitapick	guitapick said 651 days ago (February 11th, 2008)
	Always time... ...for a second chance...thankfully... ...love the chord changes. Sweet tune...on it, too. Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

droop	droop said 650 days ago (February 11th, 2008)
	Yeah I think everything will be okay. I certainly try to be more aware now though. I'm glad you liked the changes and melody.......I like little surprise changes now and then if the melody doesn't get too strange. thanks Check out my latest song called Last Teardrop

Mcboy	Mcboy said 651 days ago (February 11th, 2008)
	now's the time..... no better time than today.....the simple truths......masterful songwriting.....simple but deep....! Check out my latest song called Heros( aclarke/mcboy)

droop

droop said 650 days ago (February 11th, 2008)

Thanks Mcboy
Yeah its pretty simple. I almost didn't finish it because these kind of songs can be hokey plus, I'm not really a fan of them either. Then it dawned on me one day to make it personal with no we, us, you.....just strictly me, and I liked it that way. Sometimes I think I'm more apt to be drawn into a song, as a listener, if it's not pointing a finger at me.

hey thanks again

Check out my latest song called Last Teardrop

J.A.Stewart

J.A.Stewart said 650 days ago (February 11th, 2008)

I Believe You and I...
have this *affliction* in common... getting overwhelmed by ongoing inspiration. I have dozens of tunes "in-process," waiting for production. But I'd much rather go with the flow of inspiration than take the time to finish and produce each one. It can be a real dilemma, but I always reckon it's better to draw water while the stream is still running. ;)

This is a very solid base to build from. You've done very well here and I look forward to hearing the finished product. A truly fine concept and song. ;)

--- Joe

Check out my latest song called A Night @ Neverland

	said 650 days ago (February 11th, 2008)
	Please don't... ... well I hope you don't mind, but I hear a strong "Toto" influence here. This has such great writing, production, vocal, instrumental performance quality. Great lyrics, hook, chorus, harmonies, etc. Very refreshing. Minimalist in musical bed, but just enough... although I would have loved to hear it "rip" into something "fast" after the staccato synth sequence!

ktb	ktb said 650 days ago (February 12th, 2008)
	love it Man, that was incredible. Your vocal is stellar. The pads and synths are a perfect backdrop. I second the props on the harmony effort. bravo thx to Patrick for highlighting this song in the forums. I would've been bummed to miss something this good Check out my latest song called off the deck (w/Z293)

	said 650 days ago (February 12th, 2008)
	how low can i go in a sweeping bow to acknowledge your talent? MISTER DROOP - I LOVE YOUR SOUND! still descending.... anne (thanks to mcboy for the heads up)

	said 650 days ago (February 12th, 2008)
	Nice Very nice all the way I love it... Thanks for sharing Kenta

lupiroz	lupiroz said 650 days ago (February 12th, 2008)
	A super song indeed, from all the point of views, love the vocals performance, congratulations! Check out my latest song called Monday's Melodies

ledebutant	ledebutant said 649 days ago (February 12th, 2008)
	Holy Cow What a sweet voice you have and I'd kill to have your ear for harmonies and arranging. I really enjoyed listening to this and I'm really happy that you've joined us here, Droop! Check out my latest song called Black Star (MJ Live Aid w/jgurner)

gail60

gail60 said 649 days ago (February 12th, 2008)

Wow...
This has to be one of my very favorite songs ever on MJ. I love the lyrics and your singing and harmonies are fantastic. Seriously, so impressive. This is a great feel good kind of song! If only everyone that listened to it would try to do something positive that day....what a difference we all could make, huh? :) Thanks for sharing this with us. I am off to do a good deed!

Check out my latest song called Sweet September

Scott Carmichael	Scott Carmichael said 649 days ago (February 12th, 2008)
	so well crafted I'm totally impressed with your entire song sensibility... so well crafted and performed... you're a great addition to MJ... this place has been hoppin' as of late, and I believe you'll do real well here... I'll look forward to hearing more of your work Check out my latest song called Good Morning

bud	bud said 649 days ago (February 12th, 2008)
	Cool song reminds me of Todd Rundgren's Something Anything album. Great sentiment and wonderful vocals. Check out my latest song called eye for you (w/particledots and michael2)

craighalkett	craighalkett said 649 days ago (February 13th, 2008)
	magnificent everything about this song is pure brilliance really love it just perfection thanx cheers craig Check out my latest song called I REMEMBER

Roxylee	Roxylee said 649 days ago (February 13th, 2008)
	Another comment, but wow! Every aspect of this song is excellent- vocals, instruments, mixing, production- I wouldn't change a single thing. Great in every way :-) Check out my latest song called Sweet Grace

	said 648 days ago (February 13th, 2008)
	FANTASTIC... this vox is...beautiful harmonies and super good music. Even the mix is a beauty....simply stunning product.

	janet_ross333 said 648 days ago (February 13th, 2008)
	Today love this song Paul--really touching. glad to know your still writing and singing. I didn't know you could sing at all in 8th grade at Cleveland Elementary in Kemper County, Mississippi--you were holding out on us there. Do you still keep in touch with Mark Clay?

	said 648 days ago (February 13th, 2008)
	Yes. Wow. "There's not better reason to try, when I look into my children's eyes." That says it all.

timothy devine	timothy devine said 648 days ago (February 13th, 2008)
	Hey Droop this is really well done. new fan here! peace tim love the lyric vocal arrangement and instrumentation great playing n singing great tune Check out my latest song called Mankind Needs a Change/WoodstockII

echoroom	echoroom said 648 days ago (February 14th, 2008)
	Gosh Just excellent radio ready! Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

	said 648 days ago (February 14th, 2008)
	nice if i had the powere for a day or two, i would probably do some stuff like in Bruce Almighty, then i would do stuff like you said... great emotion, and nice, simple production. thank you for posting Allen

	said 648 days ago (February 14th, 2008)
	loved it Nothing better than hope this is what i feel listening to this! gREATNESS

	normen said 647 days ago (February 14th, 2008)
	impressive lyrics! beside the really great produced sound. Thank you for this one! For me, it was the reason for registering with macjams, to post this message

I. Spike	I. Spike said 647 days ago (February 14th, 2008)
	Sentiment Great voice! Wonderful harmony textures. Nice sentiment. Check out my latest song called Mighty Cracker Fly

	said 647 days ago (February 15th, 2008)
	Great song What a great song... I like the lyric... And your voice sounds good... Thanks for sharing....

E-Frame Wrecker	E-Frame Wrecker said 646 days ago (February 15th, 2008)
	Props to you... A well crafted song. I love the bridge. Thats a million dollar voice and your ear for harmonies is outstanding. The end is perfect for performing live. I'd play this song in my band in a second. Surprise changes are nice, we call them "songs within a song" - something extra for musicians. Check out my latest song called Being With You

ziti	ziti said 646 days ago (February 15th, 2008)
	yep all the buzz about this tune was right. This is fantastic. I am so thrilled to hear music of this quality blessing our little community. Congrats on a tiny little masterpiece, my friend!! deepest bows z Check out my latest song called All Smokey

dynoMYSTIC	dynoMYSTIC said 646 days ago (February 15th, 2008)
	! Beautiful warm feel, wonderful lyrics... great song! Check out my latest song called Gravity

Cameron	Cameron said 645 days ago (February 16th, 2008)
	excellent vocal harmonies This is one of the most satisfying examples of vocal harmonies that I've heard on this site. You achieve a very warm sound with the close harmonies, and the synth accompaniment fits it perfectly. Great pop song! It's got all the right elements. Check out my latest song called EPONYM

dirigent	dirigent said 645 days ago (February 17th, 2008)
	Outstanding performance Great vocals. Loved this from the first second. A fantastic track. Kudos to you! Check out my latest song called Autumn

obbster	obbster said 645 days ago (February 17th, 2008)
	Great Production and harmonies... Nice, nice nice. Check out my latest song called Legend

MrsCurry	MrsCurry said 636 days ago (February 25th, 2008)
	NICE! Indeed a nice piece...will listen to more of your music! Thanks for sharing!

	said 636 days ago (February 25th, 2008)
	Today Pretty... and nice harmonies--both vocal and instrumental. Nice fluidity--forward motion.

CharlyDeeCynthius	CharlyDeeCynthius said 636 days ago (February 25th, 2008)
	Great job here!!! Nice nice very nice tune... Bellissime le voci!!!! and amazing chorus CharlyDee\|Italy\| Check out my latest song called Waiting for Moonia (Spot) Copyright 2008

	said 627 days ago (March 6th, 2008)
	Great! This is top notch post. You have a great vocal and a great talent working the music on computer. Just a great piece ... KUDOS for the work! Take Care - Yeman A. Al-Rawi

kclements	kclements said 613 days ago (March 19th, 2008)
	Man, that voice - It just sits really nice in all your stuff. I really just love it. And your harmonies rock. You remind me a little bit of Fee Waybil's stuff, both with the Tubes and Solo work. Very cool. It really works will with just your voice and keys. What mic are you using on vocals? This is a great song. Thanks. Check out my latest song called Elffin Circus

droop

droop said 613 days ago (March 19th, 2008)

Hello KC
Thought I'd answer this question for you. It's a Audio-technica 3035. I have to be honest though....I'm not crazy about it for me. It's a little strong in the S range and the de-esser in logic I'm not crazy about either. The bottom is a little big for me singing in the lower keys and close to the mic. I used the roll off switch on the mic and rolled some off with EQ. This is just my opinion though and on my voice. I haven't done any of this for a long time so I guess I'll have to get a couple of mic's out of storage. I think singers should always find a mic that's good for their voice.
Like the demo of In Your Arms Again was a sm57. And at that time I had tons of great mics to choose from.

thanks for such nice compliments KC
paul

Check out my latest song called Last Teardrop

kclements	kclements said 613 days ago (March 20th, 2008)
	Thanks for the info. Even if you don't like the mic for your voice, you still make it work and I think it sounds great. Check out my latest song called Elffin Circus

stacey	stacey said 594 days ago (April 7th, 2008)
	Fantastic This is awesome! Thank you so much! Karma! Check out my latest song called tick tock

	said 575 days ago (April 26th, 2008)
	Droop's prayer... God bless you, Paul. Jack

rustykangaroo	rustykangaroo said 570 days ago (May 1st, 2008)
	thank you paul i've been a big fan as well as some as my family for many years. i am so glad to have found out about this site to hear this song as well as the others you posted. god bless you and your family. you brought nothing but love and a beautiful worldview to others in your music. thank you thank you thank you thank you! Check out my latest song called hard times (are passing on)

maxruehl	maxruehl said 82 days ago (September 1st, 2009)
	Oh, my This man was talented. Wish I could tell him I think so. Check out my latest song called Shaolin Munk Funk (w/ musichead & awigze)

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