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Revisiting some older temptracks I did a few years ago. Wonder how this comes across to you? Dont really know what to do with it, I can't think of artists that are doing songs like these anymore.

Track down (thanks)

Ain’t That The Truth

I used to dream of the standard things
Stuff like fancy cars and diamond rings
That was in a different world
Ain’t that the truth
Somewhere life took a strange turn
Got into things where I got burned
Both by some jerks and my own soul
Ain’t that the truth
Now, I’m on the fence for nothing
Cause I’ve let it all slide
Ain’t that the truth

All of those dreams are long gone
I’m on the nickel from now on
Cause jobs are for the wise guys
Ain’t that the truth
And I can’t say that I’m too smart
You’re weighed by credit card, not your heart
In these miserable times
Ain’t that the truth
So, I’m on the fence for nothing
Cause I’ve let it all slide
Ain’t that the truth

Hey, you know the thing about ideals
They won’t exactly help to pay your bills
That’s the wisdom of the road
And you can’t change the world
At least I’m not that big a man

(instrumental break)

But ain’t it funny the freedom comes from giving in
Now I can truly say, I don’t give a damn
It will fall back on me, I know
Ain’t that the truth
Oh, I get how the money games are played
They’ll even pay you to stay home in your bed
If that will get the job done
Ain’t that the truth
But, I’m on the fence for nothing
Cause I’ve let it all slide
Ain’t that the truth

Hey Kolstad! Good to hear something new (new to me anyway) from you. You're sounding great and I like the feel to this Americana/folk. Or would that be Danishana/folk?

But ain’t it funny the freedom comes from giving in
Now I can truly say, I don’t give a damn

...in which case, you don't have to "do" anything with this. You create something beautiful and share it with whoever will listen and then create some more.

Ricki

Your dropbox link just spins for me - never comes up.

Edit: finally got it to play.

You have a good write here. The tempo (around 82 bpm) pretty much defines the song as "folk". Not a bad thing... However... I think if you increase that to about 135 bpm, added a solid rock drum and a couple of standard rock electrics, this would SOAR - like a Springsteen classic...

floyd

Still up and running at my end, fj. Could be that its a big file, so it needs a lil time to upload. Did you press the play icon?

(see my edit above).

Hi Magne:

Solid gold from my end of the listening room. What to do with it?
For starters, keep it in your catalog and find a way to get it "out there" in the world of listeners who count and can cause the magic to happen. I hear this one as a cross between "folk and blues" and it deserves to be heard. I can think of three "Iconic" singers who would take this straight up the charts for you... but I don't have a magic wand or inside track to tell you how to reach them. Pitching is a bitch!

It needs a "build" to it as the song progresses and I'd love to hear our JPF Genius, Michael Zaneski take a crack at it.

If cash is not in great supply at your household, would you mind if I "pay Mike to do a demo for you?" I don't have a dog in the hunt but I hate to see a great song languish. PM me if you have questions or need answers. Regardless, my friend... I wish you success with this well told story. ----Dave

Wow....we really like this -- both the write and the vocal. floyd nailed it with his suggestion of how to make it "soar." We can readily hear it that way.
Strong song!!

J&B

Ricki, floyd, Dave, Janice & Bud,
Thanks guys, some great ideas. Wouldn't have thought to pace it up. Gotta try that. Springsteen huh!
Dave, not looking for collab or demo, but MZ is a killer producer for sure!

Thanks again.

Hi Magne:

I completely understand your wishes on this. My offer was made to emphasize how much potential this song has. Please keep us in the loop when and if convenient. Meanwhile, my best wishes for success to you.

Yes, Mike has done some great work on seven demos for me. I think he wishes I would not tend to be such a "street teamer" about his talent but good work deserves high praise,

Regards,

----Dave

Hey good folks,

Just a heads up, I did release this to streaming platforms yesterday on my Magnetic Heartland artist name. See how you like my finished version, I'm really proud of it.

Thanks to all who provided feedback on this song in these forums. It really helps to get work done!

Like everything you're sayin'

I think this song should slowly crescendo... Just a rim-tap in the beginning then build up to that snare with a full mix.