Black and Blue I'll Stand By You

by @rshakesp

Liner Notes

My 14th and final song (for FAWM at least) in the series '12 nonsense songs about love' this one touches the surface of the horrific situation of domestic abuse and how the victim is often trapped in love.

Lyrics

Another trip down the stairs Another cupboard door in the face I just banged my arm What’s wrong with that

Cos You don’t know This loving glow You're the many not the few You don’t need To put on a show Black and blue I’ll stand by you

You don’t see what he does How he gives me all his love The pain in his eyes When I stray from his side

Comments

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The electric drums bring this song a really cool and modern feel that really elevates the song. The lyric is raw and honest.

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@nadine

Oh this is a different love song! Cool rhythm section and melody leading in the chorus. I enjoyed it #tit4tat

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Very unique and catchy melody and instrumentation...I like it alot!! The story is kinda dark, but the music offsets. Great chord changes and strings in the chorus!! Loved the vocals, very clean and emotive!! Great tune, excellent performance! #tit4tat

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Ah, this one is dark! You really evoke our emotion with those lyrics as you describe the abuse! I love how you sing the chorus! It really lifts everything up, even in a dark story. I love your vocals and the music is very cool! Great song!! #tit4tat

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@ambroise

I just heard it and it with headphones. the drums stroke me as smouth and heavy. Immedialtely got jealous of it. Where did you get it and how did you make it feel so close to the listener ? It feels like my own heart beating... Then I understood the theme of the song. And I agree with @wynia just below: the chords are rich and complex and it feels both appealing and unsetteling. A very good hint to the horror below the lies. That got me wondering if the smooth drums I like so much aren't too smooth for the theme... Wouldn't have said that if the challenge was still on but: did you consider a drier, harsher drum sound ? Would it be a way of underlying the sad truth under the song ? Or does the smooth drums stand there for a purpose instead, like showing the lying ? So it's a strong and heavy theme but you made a great song out of it. Plus it inspired me to think about drums texture. And given I only used one drums sim so far it's a big step for me, so thanks !

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@wynia

Right out of the gate I loved the guitar/bass vibe. The chord changes are really interesting and add to the effect of the heavy lyrics. I thought adding the strings at the chorus was a great touch

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Man tight song here. The snaps percussion picking up the chorus was perfect, and I Really enjoyed the guitar tone and lines here. Also at that same time I think I hear strings? Man that could really add ache to raise them in the mix a touch whether they are synth strings or acoustic violins or whatever you choose. Getting chills thinking about that. I'd wonder what it would sound with more darkness on your voice, whether that is from saturation or some other effects. You know to emphasize the theme of black and blue struggles. I do hear some great moments of ache in your voice. I hear/no I feel authenticity, your breaking through the 3rd wall. I hope this is not too much, I'm just really drawn to this song.

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Very dark but I'm here for it! Lovely non-obvious changes in the musical bed that feels like it's shifting between major and minor. Lot of great musical ideas in this and enjoyed my listen!

[FAWM]