Hey Kevin,
I've answered your questions below, followed by other comments & little suggestions, keep or sweep smile

Few questions:
1.) Are the drums too much? I can sample other drum parts. I like 'em.
2.) Think of changing line 1 to "Many years ago" -- better or not much of a difference. I like "many years ago".
3.) How's the mix? Overall, good
4.) Does the lead vocal need to lowered slightly? (I thought I adjusted it, but it still sounds loud). In the latter part of the song, vocal gets louder.
5.) Who added those stars?? I appreciate it, but it seems sort of awkward.

Kevin

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Red Fire Truck
(c) Emmrich 2011

my dad always saying "Son
things happen for a reason"

I'd get my heart's desire in that toy store window


(chorus)
bring me that red fire truck (Since this is your title I'd repeat it as maybe the last line of the Chorus.)



“I usually start with a title or maybe a little rhyme or phrase.” - Harlan Howard

Co-writing = Compromise!