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My daughter will be 16 in a couple weeks so I put together this open mike (except the echo) birthday tune. Damn I am old!!!
Lyrics:
Pigtails high chasing butterflyslong long time ago.
First day of school just look at you,
can't wait to go.
Roller skates gonna stay up late,
gonna watch that scary show.
Make-up now clothes in style
got a boyfriend don't you know.
Chorus
Baby steps and lessons learned
for both of us you and me.
And I think you learned your lessons well
just look in the mirror and you will see.
Life ahead with many paths
find your way and be free.
And never loose that smile you wear
cause your sharing it with me.
Before I go just want to say
one more silly thing.
I love you more every day
Happy birthday sweet sixteen.
Repeat chorus
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sloparts
Clean sound, great lyrics and a nice melody. A very touching song my friend. thanks for sharing your song and your daughter with us, she's a lovely young woman now my friend.
Be well and be cool,
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mowguy3
don't know why but the more I worked on this one the more crappy it sounded,so I went to the basics and this is it. Thanks for your kind words they mean alot.
Be well, Russ
magnatone
what a lovely and touching tribute to your daughter! Heartfelt from beginning to end - thanks!
mowguy3
Kind of hard to put sixteen years in three minutes. My baby girl is all grown up (she thinks). Anyhow I am so glad you enjoyed the tune,and again, thank you for the listen.
Be well, Russ
Moses
sound like a good Dad and have a good a special relationship with your daughter. Very sweet song, thanks for sharing this. She'll be able to hold onto this the rest of her life.
mowguy3
for the listen and kind words. Ya you try to be the best you can, but as they say kids don't come with intructions. It was a fun song to put togeather glad you liked it.
Be well, Russ
Feter
You got really groovey style my friend ..the acoustic
guitars work just fabulous ...true and honest singing !!
a very heartfelt dedication song ...thnx alot for sharin !!!
mowguy3
Reflections. The best way to sum it up. I wrote the words and had a time putting music to them, so I just kept it simple. Just started playing, turned on the mike and this is what it is. Thanks for stopping by and for the listen.
Be well, Russ
egobandit
my daughter is only 13 months but I do have a 10 year old son.. so i feel ya. Its a scary word but you have to let em spread their wings! excellent song!
mowguy3
for stopping by. The older they get the harder it is to let be free, crazy world out there. Anyhow glad you liked the tune and again thanks for stopping by.
Be well, Russ
davisamerica
are the best sometimes and this is a great tune to a loved daughter ... very nice man
mowguy3
Yes, keep it simple is a good rule sometimes. Thanks for listening and kind words.
Be well, Russ
Lightman-
I really like the wideness of the guitar sound.... Cool mixed.... It's a nice melody... Thanks for sharing...
mowguy3
for the listen. I kind of wish I had spent more time with the mix, I just get upset sometimes. Recording is new to me,and I have alot to learn. Sure glad you enjoyed the tune though.
Be well, Russ
Dadai.2
the better it gets. Happy birthday to Sarah. Great song from the heart of a dad.
D
mowguy3
be sure to tell Sarah Happy Birthday for you on the 19th. Ya I have no regrets I enjoy each and every day. Thanks for listening and be well.
Russ
Bob Rodgers
lovely song for your daughter with great lyrics and a nice melody Russ.
Loved it, thanks!
Bob
mowguy3
for the kind words Bob. I am very proud of the lyrics on this one. With just a couple of changes, they were written in about thirty minuits. That part was so easy.
Be well, Russ
lengold
lovely lyrics and song.
Cheers
Len
mowguy3
The girl is and has been such a joy. Easy to write some words to that.
Thanks, Russ
guitapick
You are not old...
She's getting older...
And so are we all...
But I know how you feel...and I so miss carrying my little one around the house...so much...
But we're still here...and this is a fine, fine tune, man. Kudos...
mowguy3
is getting older, but I have to say I get tired thinking about what I did when I was her age.
Thanks, Russ
Jarvoid
Good song and some great playing...nice one
Jarvo
mowguy3
It was great fun. Thanks for the listen.
Be well, Russ
Rocha Malhada
One of mine just turned 16... man how time flies away. She's a great kid, too - doesn't think she's a kid sometimes... heh.
Great sentiment for your daughter. She should love it.
. - Harold
mowguy3
know it. Sometimes Sarah has a hard time understanding her age. It was hard for me though at that age. Thanks for the listen.
Be well, Russ
thetiler
Very loving and the words are quite lovingly warm!
Thanks for sharing
mowguy3
Thank you for stopping by and for the listen.
Be well, Russ
kappy
Russ, this is in 1 word, beautiful. Very nicely done. Makes me wistful about my daughter too. Love the blending guitar melodies. Excellent job!
John
mowguy3
kind words, thank you. A lot of quiet time just looking at photos and thinking went in to this. I should do more of that.
Be well, Russ
HenriROGERsoloandbands
Very nice gift you give to her , and to us too .
mowguy3
for the listen and kindness.
Be well
Doadars Uncle
Bittersweet for sure! This is a real warm song, beautiful!
mowguy3
for sure.Thanks for the listen.
Russ
woofer3
Very enjoyable and nicely arranged. All very true as well. A fave.
John.
mowguy3
John for listening. I am glad you liked the tune. Very simple song for a easy going, wonderful 16 year old girl.
thanks again, Russ
richardhowardjones
Lot of heart in this one, Russ. BTW Does she always look that angry, LOL.
mowguy3
the listen,it means alot. Where we live,it is now the style to look pouty. I have to tell you though, Sarah is the most happy kid you would want to meet. Nothing gets her down. Thanks again.
Russ
edpdx
anyone who composes a song for their child.
Very well done!
edpdx
mowguy3
you for stopping by. Pretty good kid, it's the least I could do. Ha Ha.
Skean
I thought I comment.. But okay then it's always nice to come back for more.
Nice song to a beautiful daughter... You have to be proud.
Take good care of you and yours.
---
Kenta
Roxylee
My youngest daughter is also 16. They grow up overnight, it seems. I really like the riffs in this, as well as the singing and the lyrics. This is a wonderful birthday song for your daughter. :-)
mowguy3
Yes Sarah is 16 going on 25. She is a great kid (they all are). And all the time I am wondering where the time went. Thanks for the listen and watch out for the kids in this crazy world we live in.
be well, Russ
thoddi
This song will probably give much joy to you and your family in the years to come. Time runs fast and soon our kids are grown ups, and movin' out... Very nice song and words. Super duper playing:)
mowguy3
They grow so quickly and before you know it.... Glad you liked my little tune. Thanks for the kind words.
Be well, Russ
guygrooves
I will be back to hear more of your catalogue. You are a hellofa songwriter man. I'm glad I found you.
Peace
Guy
Jayrodd
Very nice tune. I like the acoustic recording alot...great tone. Its sung with simple words right from the heart. Well done.
mowguy3
a little. You are to kind. Writing is something I have always done. Now with the support of folks like you I have started to record. Thanks again.
Be well, Russ
tireiron
great tune. love your guitar work. and by the way! stop complaining about your voice 8-) it's way more than just OK. it's right on the money with the songs. good job!
john
mowguy3
I have played in cover bands forever not a problem. I have also written lyrics for my own pleasure forever not a problem. Till about a year ago I had never sang a note no problem. Then one day I said what the hell and started recording and singing my own music. I still have a hard time listening to myself. Thanks for the vote of confidince it helps. And thanks for the kind words.
Be well, Mo
Char
thing to do: Writing a song for the little girl. Lot's of love here. Thanks.
mowguy3
My baby girl is growing up. Thanks for stopping by and the listen. I am just a nice guy.
Be well Char, Russ