[rightly]

I wrote the original to this in the midst of getting a divorce, about ten years ago.
I've written a lot songs, this is one I value the most.

enjoy. Feedback welcome.
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https://soundcloud.com/rightly/songwithoutaheart

LYRICS

song without a heart


a friend is someone who can see you smiling
even in the dark
she's right there, right there when y'need reminding
of who you really are
she guards y'against all that is phony
alone with her is far from lonely

mostly I'm a man of two minds
one looks forward, n'one behind
at times I don't really know myself n' I
I just may as well go blind
I was hard n' warm, she was soft but cold
thought it might be what i want, oh well what did I know?

you're the sing-along, the song without a heart
'bout as useless as a deck of playing cards
you are the song without a heart
hey, s'what do you know? And it's off to school we go

She said, let's  pretend like some mothers do 
saw it on T.V. that's how I know it is true
here I am now, one solitary fool
I'd sit down but I cannot find an upturned stool
if I could touch things, make them come alive
if I sang to you might show me what listening looks like

you're the sing-along, the song without a heart
like the peacocks tail in the dark
you are the song without a heart
well, what do you know? And so it's off to work you go
                                                       
you are the song without a heart

[Skub]

Listen when the heart speaks the truth.

Songs from the hurting heart carry an authenticity that no amount of specifically manufactured songs can ever honestly replicate. The caring listener instinctively knows the difference between the two,it's in the dna of the music.

This piece needs to be delivered by one who has suffered,otherwise you'll be found wanting.

Rightly delivers.

[rightly]

Listen when the heart speaks the truth.

Songs from the hurting heart carry an authenticity that no amount of specifically manufactured songs can ever honestly replicate. The caring listener instinctively knows the difference between the two,it's in the dna of the music.

This piece needs to be delivered by one who has suffered,otherwise you'll be found wanting.

Rightly delivers.

Thanks Skub. High praise indeed.
I still want to get more distance from this monkey.
maybe when I'm a' ol' man I'll hear this song with getting into subjective reverie.

thanks for your attention.
Rightly

[ScottLevi]

Hey Rightly,

This is absolutely beautiful. I love the rugged and almost messy guitar, giving it a real authentic and gritty feel.

Skub's right that as a listener we can feel your connection to the song and that pulls through, but it's definitely not just your passion that makes this great music. Well composed, great lyrics and such a engaging tone - I couldn't help listening through some others of your songs after listening and they're all quality. 10/10 form me.

[tina m]

you have quite a unique style & i can see a album forming from thse songs youre posting

i do like your lyrics ...they say a lot but still leave a lot open for the listener to fill in the gaps
i loved that verse melody & the rhythm in the words with those chords..
great jazzy guitar playing & it sounded louder & clearer than before which is good
your vocal sounded realy confident aswell ...i thought everything came together brilliantly on this one..
fab! 

[rightly]

you have quite a unique style & i can see a album forming from thse songs youre posting

i do like your lyrics ...they say a lot but still leave a lot open for the listener to fill in the gaps
i loved that verse melody & the rhythm in the words with those chords..
great jazzy guitar playing & it sounded louder & clearer than before which is good
your vocal sounded realy confident aswell ...i thought everything came together brilliantly on this one..
fab! 

Thanks Tinam.
On my soundcloud there's a playlist called "compatible monologues", I consider that to be a 9 track album.
I'll get that playlist in a physical format and sell them at public performances.
I'm already as busy as I can be with another album.
 This new one is already done for the most part. Just one last song which I have to practice a lot.
Practice takes so much time.
 Not playing but processing is also part of the practice, I wonder if this is the same for others more talented than me.
It's the most frustrating part.

Really glad you liked the song.

[pompeyjazz]

Rightly, I love your slightly unconventional style and your songs seem to be getting better and better. The quirky rhythms that you use are a real unique trademark. This is a good song and the lyrics reflect the subject matter perfectly.

John

[boolio]

Hi,

You draw the listener in with that 'cheerful' little intro Then the song captures the interest before I knew it I was kind of living it too. Remarkable. Some truly honest and powerful lyrics there performed with 'authority'

Phil   

[PaulAds]

Difficult for me to write this, Rightly...as I honestly have always thought that there's a big chunk of genius in you...I just couldn't quite love this as much as I wanted to.

Your guitar playing and the general performance is fascinating...it's like a fairly accomplished player who isn't particularly bothered what he sounds like...as if you're consumed by the song...which i think is an incredible thing to achieve...I just wish it was easier on the ear. I know it's difficult to polish stuff without losing the emotion and rawness of it...but if you could pull that off - you'd be flying.

Sorry if this seems slightly negative...it's absolutely not meant to be...as I rate you very highly...and I'm only typing this because I know you can take it on the chin and not bat an eyelid.

Paul

[rightly]

Thanks for the feedback fellas.

A lid batted, ever so slightly. Lol.

My technique needs to improve for sure. These things take time. We'll see.

[shadowfax]

I'm in Pauls camp with this song mate...ever so strong and raw, but a little too raw, verging on a bit messy...
but such potential my friend...

[rightly]

I'm in Pauls camp with this song mate...ever so strong and raw, but a little too raw, verging on a bit messy...
but such potential my friend...

I seem to be orbiting planet rough diamond
Polished diamond might be the next level.

Alternative dimensions might be
Rough turd, or polished turd.

The line is a fine one. I'm my meanest critic.

Thanks for the feedback shadowfax.
The two songs I'm working on I'll try to upgrade.
There may never be an immaculate song.
There's sure to be more cash in the shiny stuff.

On Tuesday, next week, I'm starting a 41,000 euro, two year training as a sound designer.
I'm thrilled.

[AnitaFox]

You sing like you mean it. I like that,  a lot.

[Paulski]

Hey rightly

Good song - love your quirky vocal style and lyrically solid for me.
Yeah a bit sloppy on the backing track but all is forgiven as the quality of the song makes up for it in spades.

Paul

[Caleb Rian]

A poetic man.