Among the living
by @tippyteapot
Liner Notes
#girlwithguitar #indiepop #indiefolk
Forgot to tag this #movietitlechallenge - mine was 'Among the living' which I had never heard of.
Thanks @watcha for the prompt.
Lyrics
I’d rather be among the living on the day of the dead I’d rather be quiet helper than a figurehead I neither wanna join the race Nor stand still in one same place I’d rather be gently quirky than a giant jerk
I’d rather spend the day alone than out with friends Well I love ya but the social stuff - it really gives me the bends I like to wander in my own head Even better when I’m lyin’ in bed I’d rather spend some time with me, if you know what I mean
Time flies quickly Or it drags its feet Some days you drive and some You ride the back seat Whether carousel or rollercoaster Life’s what you make, to shun or savour, fear or favour, choose your flavour
I’d rather dance an awkward jig to my own drum Then follow along and pretend I’m having fun I don’t mind breaking the rules I don’t mind looking the fool I’d rather be a clown than a fiend, if you know what I mean
Comments
I think that there are a lot of people out there who know exactly what you mean in this anthem to introversion. I love the poppy style, the bouncy accompaniment, and the witty lyrics. It all just sets the tone so well.
You know what I mean? Always gets me because I never can tell what people are thinking. Actions and behaviours that don't match confuse. So saying what you mean is so comforting, you know w hat I mean? Like the voices in your head reflecting your thoughts.
I like this! Many relatable lines. Two possible titles you may have already considered: The Clown or The Fiend, The Figurehead
I think I would call it. Time in my head! Ha asking for a title made me listen carefully but it was worthwhile! Very good song.
first i want to say this is another amazing song. you never disappoint. great melodies and harmonies, as always. it’s so catchy.
if this was one of my songs and i was trying to come up with a name i might choose some of the phrases that are repeated in the lyrics, like:
i’d rather if you know what i mean do you know what i mean
OR i might grab some fun phrases from the lyrics that don’t repeat, like:
carousel or rollercoaster giant jerk awkward jig among the living on the day of the dead
there are so many great lyrics with interesting phrases here. but you could always call it something totally different that isn’t a lyric. this is a tough one. anyway i hope my rambling helped at least a little
I totally know what you mean! Great song! I really like the melody and your voice. The lyrics that stood out to me that I think could make a good title for this is "Gently Quirky"
What a happy little song celebrating individuality. Inspiring lyric to just be ourselves set to a fun, uplifting melody. I really enjoyed this great take on the movie title challenge. Great song!