Precious Things and Bad Habits
Liner Notes
Can’t explain to y’all how stressful this week’s been for me trying to find the time and the right muses to get these last 4 songs done in time (I know you all can understand anyway) but I can finally say it… THIS IS SONG 14!! I’m so proud of myself. This is my second year doing FAWM and last year I believe I only got 4 or 5 songs maybe so I really pushed myself this year. Thank yall so much for keeping me motivated. I kept seeing others exceed 14 songs and it was so inspiring. Can’t wait to just sit and listen to everyone’s music for the last remaining days the site is open!
#acoustic #acousticonetake #rock #folk #nufolk #americana #singersongwriter
Lyrics
Why can’t I find the things I’ve lost I’d buy them again if I could afford the cost Somethings money just can’t buy So why not just say goodbye
I dwell on fragments through the night They’ll come back to me when the time is right I wish them well, I watch them go And when they return, I will never know I can’t keep my ducks all in a row
When you want it, you can have it When you need it, it’s gone gone gone gone Precious things and bad habits Two things that just can’t get along
I swore I packed them in the box Nothing was there when I picked the locks I’ll never grasp these things again Until I realize I’ve left them with a friend
These precious things can’t leave my sight I gotta keep them where I shine my light Like memories that can’t dissolve My bad habits need to be resolved
When you want it, you can have it When you need it, it’s gone gone gone gone Precious things and bad habits Two things that just can’t get along
I can’t be responsible for many things You may find it’ll never look the same And sometimes things are hiding right there in plain sight I only got my eyes to blame Ain’t it a shame
When you want it, you can have it When you need it, it’s gone gone gone gone Precious things and bad habits Two things that just can’t get along
Comments
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This is a stunner. Beautiful singing, I love that bluesy twang. And some really insightful lyrics that had me nodding away. I love how the melody changes on 'gone gone gone'. Great chorus.
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mm, I can hear the band come in on verse 2 :) really enjoying your vibrato and belting timbre. goes so well with the acoustic. another great chorus too! congrats on 14!!
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Wow, and this was song 14?? It's such an incredibly deep insight. As soon as I heard you sing the chorus, it suddenly became so obvious.
I have to be honest. I have to relisten to your songs, because as soon as I hear your voice I get carried away by your sound, and I just need to stay in that for a moment. It's kind of like getting knocked out.
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What a voice! OMG! That soulful vocal tone is so amazing, and you have some real power which you control very well. Great theme for a song - Precious Things and Bad Habits. I love the melody, the pace of the delivery, and the chord progression especially that little lift in the chorus. Really lovely. Congrats on reaching 14 songs, too. Well done.
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Your vocal captured me immediately. I love it when that happens. (!) Such a strong and soulful voice, and you make every word very clear...no struggling to hear what you're singing.
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What a nice song to end things on. Letting go is a hard one always, sometimes even the stupidest and smallest things are the ones we become attached to. Wonderful singing, again, that "shame shame" part was a highlight for sure. This is a great song!
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@mbmusic Thank you for your comment and the congratulations goes out to you too, my friend!!!
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Congrats on #14! Way to finish strong! It sounds great! Your vocals sound great as usual. I really like that line "Precious things and bad habits Two things that just can’t get along" it's a truth I know all too well. Awesome job! Cheers!
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The chorus is touching so many places in my mind and heart. Your deftness on the guitar underscores the beauty, warmth, passion and strength of your voice. The song structure is solid and is quite easy to resonate with. Not being snarky, but you're in Nashville. I kinda expect nothing but this kind of awesomeness. I'm very sorry I didn't catch up with you sooner. There's always next year. Hope to hear/see you then!