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Throughout the years as a songwriter I have not been inclined to advance any messages or political agendas with my songs. But when the plight of famine for children robs them of their innocence, grace and childhood peace, then that's something I can feel proud to try to make a difference with my songwriting.

I wrote this song for the Oxfam cause and it was included on a compilation cd to raise funds and awareness against child famine.

(c) Boss Hook Music ASCAP 2008

John LaMantia: Lead and backing vocals, acoustic and electric guitars, bass, keyboards, percussion, drums programmed, production, arrangement and mix.

Lyrics:
It’s Up To You

© Words & Music John LaMantia 2008

It’s time to think about
All those that live without
The ones who struggle hard
To get a better deal of cards
There’s something you can do
To help to see them through
To find some happiness
Shine some light into their darkness


It’s up to you
We need you now
To show your strength
To teach us how
You’ve got to know
The help you give
Will make a change
A difference in the way we live
It’s up to you
We need you now


Along the path of life
The pain, the loss and strife
The times you feel so low
Believing there’s no place to go
Imagine those that know
Much less than you can show
They fight for food to eat
For shoes upon their children’s feet


It’s up to you
We need you now
To show your strength
To teach us how
You’ve got to know
The help you give
Will make a change
A difference in the way we live
It’s up to you
We need you now


Hardware:
Hot Rodded Dell
Fender Tele and Strat electric guitars
Blue Ridge and Yamaha acoustic guitars
Japanese lawsuit bass
Ensoniq KT88 keyboard
Yamaha keyboard
Egg Shakers
Bongos


Software:
Pro Tools
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its Up to You &mdash 05/28/08 - 10:43:08 AM
NOW YOUR SINGING> NOW YOUR TALKING BRILLIANT.

You sing this absolutely brilliant and you mean it. Great music as well.

I did a lot of charity work for Oxam and the Special Baby Care Unit
at St Mary's Hospital in Manchester . Thank you Boss.

Peace Dee xxx

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Beautiful... &mdash 05/28/08 - 11:34:44 AM
... and, ohhh, so sweet!

Thanks! Macca




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I like just about everthing &mdash 05/28/08 - 02:18:40 PM
about this record, it's easy to listen to and I don't have to struggle to understand the lyrics as the vocals are really clear as is the rest of it. A;so very catchy.

Most enjoyable,

John

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It's Up to You &mdash 05/28/08 - 04:08:54 PM
this is awesome my friend ..very touchy and honest
loved all your effort here ..your vocals work here
is just amazing ..the setting the insteruments ..
all so marvelous ..what a message on a song ..thats
true music ..thnx for sharin !!!

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Nice Work &mdash 05/28/08 - 04:38:55 PM
Unselfish song. Nice, when you can give back.

LL

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It's Up To You &mdash 05/28/08 - 05:24:33 PM
Wonderful vocals, wonderful song - what a great back story too! Thanks

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Hey John "Someday Somewhere" &mdash 05/28/08 - 07:57:03 PM
hopeful and masterfully done... you'll get an Amen from me...

great song sensability... I can tell your ears have been in school all these years

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Thanks &mdash 05/28/08 - 08:21:19 PM
Scott, I immensely enjoyed reading about the paths you have taken in this great forest we call music and life.

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Very thoughtful and contemplative &mdash 05/28/08 - 08:55:45 PM
Nice guitar work - good vocal doubling in the chorus.

Enjoyed it!

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Fine songwriting... &mdash 05/28/08 - 10:22:14 PM
...and the production/performances is top notch.....

Couldn't possibly think of a better message, either...it's about the children...

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Giving Back &mdash 05/28/08 - 10:51:54 PM
I'd like to give you your second Amen!Well done John.

Blessings,

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Some Things Transcend Politics &mdash 05/28/08 - 11:18:35 PM
Starving and suffering children is most certainly one of those things. Kudos to you John, for lending a hand --- and a bunch of talent --- to this cause.

Lots of good things happening in this tune, but I must say the guitar work is exceptional... well-played and right on the musical money. Very cool stuff. ;)


--- Joe

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Thanks &mdash 05/29/08 - 05:18:48 PM
Joe, always impressed to have you stop by.

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Amazing! &mdash 05/29/08 - 04:47:41 AM
I'm always looking forward to hear a new song from you. This is just another top notch work my friend, great musical soundbed, fine vocals and a great production... please more! I love your work!

Take Care
- Yeman A. Al-Rawi

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Thanks &mdash 05/29/08 - 07:45:45 AM
Yemen, it's inspiring to have such diverse artists here in this community.

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Nice & melodic &mdash 05/30/08 - 05:38:51 AM
I really like the lyrics. Your singing is always good John. Very cool track!
B

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Oh yeah! &mdash 05/30/08 - 05:40:32 AM
Great guitar tone!

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very nice &mdash 05/30/08 - 10:23:39 PM
um, i agree with whats been said, can't add much except good message, good heart and congrats on be included on the CD

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