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I guess anyone that punches a clock can understand what this song's about. I've had my share of days waking up like this.
I am not a singer. Just a story I wanted to tell.
Thanks for listening.
Lyrics:
Woke up this morning
sweat on my face;
Light through the window
sun's out of place.
Light up at cigarette
and think to myself.
Hands dry and calloused
from the life I have led.
Look in the mirror now
what do I see?
Only a part of me
lookin' back at me.
Day's just beginnig,
soon it will end.
Repeat of yesterday
so I try to pretend.
Look at the years gone by,
they couldn't end.
Live in the past now.
A place to begin.
Look in the mirror
what do I see?
Only a part of me,
lookin' back at me.
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Well &mdash 04/21/08 - 02:35:06 PM
I love this song! Think your vocals are superb!
The guitar sounds really really good in this! Thanks! [ Reply to This ]
Superb??? &mdash 04/21/08 - 03:03:43 PM
Thank you so much. I have to ask. Why do all the cats in the neighborhood come around when I sing? Only a joke, and thanks again. The story is what I wanted to tell.
Russ [ Reply to This ]
Reason? &mdash 04/21/08 - 04:56:21 PM
Cats like good music... or perhaps you smell like milk?
(just kidding!) Still a GREAT song! [ Reply to This ]
A Mirror's Image &mdash 04/21/08 - 03:16:29 PM
this is very thoughtful song ..loved the lyrics
realy fits the mood of the song ...great guitar
work ...ye sure the vocal work is cool my friend
thnx for sharin !!! [ Reply to This ]
Hi Feter &mdash 04/21/08 - 03:42:42 PM
Knew you would be one of the first, Thank's so much. Words were what I was going for this time. Just had one of those days you know.
Peace, Russ
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... &mdash 04/22/08 - 10:06:30 AM
never punched a clock but the wall does that count? a story i can relate to even though i'm only 20. nice melody playing. a nice feel to this track. you don't have to be a singer to make music just need to have something worth saying. reminds me of those nights alone when i pick up the guitar and don't have the strength to sing more then two notes but know i need to somehow let it out. the feeling is in the song perfectly [ Reply to This ]
Wall's count &mdash 04/22/08 - 10:25:09 AM
It's not so much punching a clock. Just,sometimes you give it all you got and cant get anywhere. That's life at times,and it's all good.
Thanks for listening and thanks for your kind words. And stay away from walls. Years ago my right hand was in a cast for eight weeks. The wall won.
Take care, Russ [ Reply to This ]
... &mdash 04/23/08 - 08:57:43 AM
somehow im not surprised the wall won lol i just made my nuckles bleed quite a bit since it was the wall at school which had a rough wall instead of smooth stupid brick walls [ Reply to This ]
A lesson learned &mdash 04/23/08 - 05:18:26 PM
for both of us. Now that I think about it I was about your age when I broke my hand, a little older, 23. Oh well, I have moved on to other ways to destroy my body,(kidding).
take care, Russ [ Reply to This ]
Great &mdash 04/22/08 - 12:25:08 PM
The mix of acoustic plectrum playing and slightly distorted lead is fantastic. The acoustic sounds so clear it's like it's here in room. Have no worries about your singing - I really like your vocal style (and the lyrics). Let's have some more singing posts please.
Maybe you should fade the drums out at the end with the other tracks just to give it a smooth finish.
Thanks for posting - really enjoyed it.
Steve [ Reply to This ]
A Mirrors Immage &mdash 04/23/08 - 05:32:52 PM
The guitar clairity belongs to the guitar. I have owned many, but this guy I bought a couple years ago after playing it for about 15 minuits in the music store.Love at first sound. As for the singing there will be more,soon I hope. Thank you for your kind word's,, Oh ya . The fade at the end, my fault i thought ..well thats the problem.
Thanks again Russ [ Reply to This ]
I like the lyrics on this a lot &mdash 04/22/08 - 09:06:37 PM
and I think the guitar works well on this too. It's one of those songs that evokes a whooe mood (heck, even a whole life!) and that's a paricular talent to be able to do that in a few words. I think yous vocal works very well on this too, capturing the world-weary vibe. Nicely done. Glad I stopped by. belated welcome to the neighborhood. Peace. [ Reply to This ]
Thanks &mdash 04/23/08 - 05:42:59 PM
for the welcome.. And thanks for kind words. The song was just something that came to me over a couple days. I wanted to get it down before it went away.
Take care, Russ [ Reply to This ]
A Mirror's image &mdash 04/22/08 - 11:59:51 PM
This is lovely. You have a great voice and sing from the heart.
and MarkHolbrook the Cat loves it. Thank you.
Peace Love Respect
Dee [ Reply to This ]
Thank you &mdash 04/23/08 - 05:50:22 PM
Dee,
Great voice??? Sing from the heart, That's what was important to me. Alot of fun. You are so kind.
Take Care, Russ
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ahh.. &mdash 04/23/08 - 01:55:42 AM
...some robby krieger influence by any chance? Very original, I just thought the lead had slight krieger ring. Nice vocals for not being a singer! Great one from the soul. Nice addition to MJ! [ Reply to This ]
Are We talking &mdash 04/23/08 - 05:57:21 PM
Robby from the Doors. If so, could be. I was a big doors fan,and Robby wrote some of my favorite tunes.#1, Love me two times. Thanks for listening and be good.
Russ [ Reply to This ]
I know me &mdash 04/23/08 - 06:30:51 AM
I mean I can see me in that mirror too.
Life goes too fast not from beginning but after twenty.
This song goes deep in to my heart and sure I d-load it for more nice listening... Thanks for sharing.
Peace & respect
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Kenta [ Reply to This ]
Yep it does &mdash 04/23/08 - 06:03:46 PM
Life just picks up speed year after year. I sure am glad You enjoyed it. Thanks for your words and thanks for the download.
Take Care, Russ [ Reply to This ]
i beg to differ &mdash 04/23/08 - 07:39:05 AM
Sounds solid in the vocal department to me and just as satisfying are your chops,your songwriting and crafting skills.Been punching it for 30 years now,thanks for the reminder!Seriously,a fine little tune here.
Daniel [ Reply to This ]
Sorry &mdash 04/23/08 - 06:23:32 PM
For the reminder. But glad you liked the song. Thanks for your words of confidence.
Take care, Russ [ Reply to This ]
Loved this &mdash 04/23/08 - 11:25:07 AM
great guitar playing and I beg to differ about you not being a singer, this is really good, well enjoyed, regards M [ Reply to This ]
I can't &mdash 04/23/08 - 06:34:01 PM
thank you enough for your compliments, your kind words.
Again thanks, Russ [ Reply to This ]
Nice! &mdash 04/26/08 - 09:29:26 AM
Wonderful piece. Nice playing, nice vocals over it. I enjoyed it and wish that you'll continue with more in this genre!
Take Care
- Yeman A. Al-Rawi [ Reply to This ]
Thank You &mdash 05/05/08 - 06:32:17 AM
I hope to, I have so much in my head and on paper. Now it's getting it recorded. Thanks for listening and take care
Russ [ Reply to This ]
Cool song! &mdash 04/26/08 - 07:32:51 PM
Very well performed. I think that your singing fits the song perfectly. You play great guitar. I really enjoyed this song. Heartfelt and emotional throughout. Great job. [ Reply to This ]
From a talent &mdash 05/05/08 - 06:35:16 AM
like yourself I am honored. Thank you for your kind words, and I am so glad you enjoyed it.
Take care Russ [ Reply to This ]
And so true.. &mdash 05/01/08 - 06:57:46 AM
somedays you go thru' life on total autopilot well work days,while at work..I think this song sums that up
really spot on...frustration at what could have,would have ,should have been and then acceptance of the ....
....kay ,its a good song ..:-)
Jarvoid [ Reply to This ]
Well then &mdash 05/05/08 - 06:39:23 AM
I my job is done. Just kidding, that was my goal, >>>> just the day to day grind. Thanks for stopping by and for the listen.
Take care, Russ [ Reply to This ]
Mirrors &mdash 05/14/08 - 02:42:50 PM
Oh, dreadful mirrors... but this song is so good!
The lyrics are sad but so well written, the music sounds great and you have a nice strong voice.
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very... &mdash 07/20/08 - 02:22:26 PM
very cool tune. i'm loving it. great song writing and great performance! i look forward to more material from you. sorry to hear about your son as well, a close loss like that is never easy to handle...makes you question everything about life. hang in there man, there's always loads of folks to talk to if you need...including me.
age [ Reply to This ]
a mirror's image &mdash 07/22/08 - 01:14:43 AM
Very groovy man. I like the flow and the fun guitar lics and you voice is great. It's got character. The sound has a 70's feeling somewhat to it. Sounds like the words are every man and woman's situation in life at times. Good job on the song man....peace....jgv [ Reply to This ]
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The guitar sounds really really good in this! Thanks!
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