Continuing the theme of songs that are inspired by my family members, this one is called "Would you do the same?"
Alan
@montydog has recently posted his song "Someday" that I really enjoyed producing. At roughly the same time, I sent Alan "Would you do the same?" and he kindly added a little magic. We've used a very limited palette here and I think it helps to showcase this song beautifully.
This song was written for my Dad who passed away many years ago. We had the most difficult relationship. His influence on my life has shaped the man that I am today. He is the reason that I write music. It has helped me to make sense of some very difficult thoughts and emotions. We fought and I am sure that we hurt each other beyond repair and yet I still think of him every single day of my life. I wanted to write a song filled with compliments about him and so I wrote about his "Chisseled features" reporting that he was "master of the northern seas." My Dad was a fisherman. I feared him and loved him just as I still do. He often haunts my dreams. A massive thank you to Alan for helping me to present this song. His vocals are beautiful beyond words.
https://soundcloud.com/pvasey1/would-you-do-the-sameWould you do the same for me?
Such a handsome man; chiselled features and physique.
Long ago, it must have been before life turned so bleak.
Master of the northern seas.
That’s where I set your spirit free.
Such a rugged look; danger written on your face.
So many thoughts I can’t forget, won’t ever be erased.
Master of the northern seas.
That’s where I set your spirit free.
Would you do the same for me?
Wrap me in your arms, protect me from the savagery.
Chances spurned may be regained but such complexity.
Master of the northern seas.
That’s where I set your spirit free.
Would you do the same for me?
Would you do the same for me?
Would you do the same for me?
Written by Paul Vasey February 2021
https://soundcloud.com/pvasey1/would-you-do-the-same
