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Several months ago I came up with this chord progression and melody while
warming up to play something else entirely!

I used my old camera to film myself playing it and humming the melody so I wouldn't forget it.

It's a good thing I did, because I was soon busy all the time helping my
youngest son with his job.

I had little to no time at all for months to record anything new
until recently, when things started to slow down. (That's the main reason I've been posting
so many remasters of older songs.)

Anyway, this song is kind of a folk-pop inspirational piece. It's quite different
from my usual fare, but occasionally I like to try new things.

Heartfelt thanks to my dear friend Joyce Dorrance for contributing those
powerful and angelic BGVs!

Hope some of you can enjoy this one. It was a hell of a lot of fun to record!

Be well all!
Released: 04-May-2025
Category: Pop
Application: Logic Pro
File type: mp3
File size: 12.3 Mb
Plays: 30
Downloads: 1
Weekly plays: 30
Weekly downloads: 1
License: No derivative works allowed
Lyrics
CANTICLE

I
This life we live,
this world we love...
it's no accident.
---A gift from above!
Give thanks for it.
Don't squander it.
Make the choice to live each day 
for truth and love!

II
In every heart,
the ancient dark,
struggles for mastery
and veils our sense of right...
Never despair.
Call! 
Heaven will hear,
---provide the grace you need
to overcome your plight.

III
When life seems much like 
a ship lost in thick fog, it's 
hard to tell the night from day...
The saints of old
have trod this path before you.
Wisdom heeds
the things they did and said!
-------
There's a Lighthouse
in the distance, beaming brightly
pointing out to all the way!

IV
Truth is revealed.
It's not concealed.
The riches that we seek
are hidden in plain sight.
A wealth of grace,
vaster than space,
is available 
for all who love the Light!
Comments
Wow. I love this song. I love the folky style. The percussion works really well. And the two voices works so well. Smash hit!
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18 days ago
Michael, this resonates with me. Good lyrics and melodic threads. It is reminiscent of the Moody Blues. Good ups!
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18 days ago
artist
Thanks Kenneth. After lying around for months in the idea stage this came together rather rapidly once I nailed the main percussion track. Getting Joyce on board was the coup de grace!
:-)
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18 days ago
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Thanks so much Rich. I thought you might like this one.
Be sure to check out Jack's latest post. Some Celtic beauty there!
:-)
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18 days ago
artist
So nice you guys did a duet together! I love that fusion of talent.
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18 days ago
I often run out of words to express my respect for your talent, Mike. I guess that in itself, is something. Again, I am honored that you would ask me in on your projects. Thanks also to those that grab a listen to another of Mike's greatest hits
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18 days ago
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Thank you Mary!
:-)
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18 days ago
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I so appreciate your willingness to adorn another one of my efforts Joyce!
Again, HEARTFELT thanks my friend!
:-)
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18 days ago
artist
Mike you are a treasure box of creativity.  Very nice song.  Love Joyces vocals sprinkled everywhere.  Great stuff.
listener
Good one Mike. The fourth verse says it all.  Amen brother !!!!!!
 
18 days ago
artist
Thank you Matt.
I'm sure Joyce will appreciate your comment as well.
:-)
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18 days ago
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Thanks as always Don.
It has indeed been a long, strange trip bro; but at least we're getting a bit closer to the Light every day!
:-)
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18 days ago
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Enjoyed. Smart move to add the voice of Sociallite1957.
18 days ago
artist
Harmonies of Joyce are wonderful spice 
Well enjoyed ..
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18 days ago
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Your voices work so well together!
Love this song
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17 days ago
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Thanks for listening and commenting guys.
I can't imagine posting a song like this without a female voice.
I'm so blessed that Joyce was ready and willing.
She really delivered the goods!
:-)
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17 days ago
artist
Fun song with great precussion. You guys sound great together. At times the melody reminds me some of the theme for a Jerry Goldsmith western called Bandolero but then moves on in different directions. Enjoyed this Mike.
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Great sounds, guitar and vocals, very clean, I like it!
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Beautiful listen...great work you Teo togeter! =)
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Inspired singing and lyrics!
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I love it my friend!!
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16 days ago
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Yes! Very well enjoyed. Thanks a lot for the journey of thoughts. Or Kopfkino.
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15 days ago
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Loved it soon as I hit play. Cool collab  guys!!
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14 days ago
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Thanks so very much for taking the time to listen and comment on this one!
It was a bit of a departure from my usual style in some respects but it was a lot of fun to record once I got the percussion dialed in. Having Joyce join me on those angelic BGVs was just icing on the cake! I can't thank her enough for her talent and PATIENCE!
:-)
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14 days ago
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