One of those songs that just pop into your head and then as you work on it the initial thought fades away and you're left with something completely different.
The version on Soundclick has a longer intro than the Soundcloud one.
Your thoughts welcome and encouraged.

Vic

https://soundcloud.com/vic-arnold/it-was-you-1

https://soundclick.com/share.cfm?id=13664988

It was you © 2017 Vic Arnold
v1
Who first made me believe that what I feel is what I feel
and love's a thing that comes out of the blue?
Whose eyes could make a vow.
Without words would show me how
to feel like I do now ... It was you

It was you ... It was you
No one else ... It was you
v2
I was living on the street, cold and dirty, drunk and beat,
at a stage that I could get used to.
Just waiting to be found
on a patch of wasted ground?
Who turned my life around? ... It was you

It was you ... It was you
No one else ... It was you
Inst.

Br.
If I cry for a while
Make me smile. You make me smile

There are people that I know who'll make any garden grow,
make a speech and shed a tear for those they knew
And for those that can't be saved
there may be flowers on their grave
so I thank the Lord he made someone like you

It was you ... It was you
No one else ... It was you

What a lively production, Vic.
A wonderful contrast, between subject matter and arrangement.
The way some cultures dance at a funeral, beautifully done.
Really loved that fiddle throughout, it was like the glue to it all.
BIAB?

The subject matter reminds me of Kenny Roger's "Rueben James".
One of my all time favorite songs.

Hello Vic,


This is all put together so nicely, good job.


Calvin


http://www.soundclick.com/bands/0/calvinstewart

Nicely done country tune with solid production. I know you are from UK but it has a very Americana vibe.

I especially liked the guitar work - outstanding! The groove fits the tune perfectly.

I thought the mix was really good. I would have liked a tad more bottom end but what you did fits the genre well.

Really good!

Peace,
TC

Excellent production and blending of sounds Vic.

The song is tight, the lyrics are compelling and the vocals are good.

Over, just a really fine production. Good job.

Vic,

Beautifully done from start to finish. Love the internal rhymes in the lyrics which really give this a structure and rhythm; the fiddle in the back adds sweet, sweet depth and richness. Really first rate and enjoyed this a ton.

Kindest regards,

Deej

Thank you Nelson.
Yes, there are some great fiddle loops if you can coax them into the right gaps.

Vic

Great intro Vic and simple works very well on that catchy hook
Really good bouncy song.
Hope it does well for you
John

Morning, Vic:

What a nice way to start the day... listening to one of my favorite JPF artists singing one of his new songs... and doing that "Johnny Cash" thing again! It's funny how a song or lyric can "arrive on-scene" in the strangest way or time. Regardless, I'm so glad this one did. As always, I listened on Sound-Cloud and will try to come back later for the long intro version.

This one should "chart" if you can get it to the right person. I also believe this is one that could work well in several genres, Great write, performance and production... and, your vocal (as always) is "to die for." Enjoyed. Thanks for caring enough to share it. ----Dave

Hi Calvin.
Thanks. That used to be said about me at one time. :-)

Vic

Hi Vic,

That opening verse floored me and is a beautiful piece of writing.

Nice how this still retains an outlaw-ish quality (the rolling train-ish 4/4 and minor chords) while being an unabashed "thank you" and declaration of appreciation and (at least) Platonic love to an unnamed "you." Some of Leonard Cohen's most powerful songs are second person, seemingly written to an unnamed individual.

Great work!!

Mike

Thank you TC.
Never quite sure about the bottom end. What are you listening on? When I'm mastering it sounds ok but when I play it back on my hifi it sometimes has too much bass.
Do you mean bottom end on the bass instruments or over on the whole mix?

Vic

Thanks David.
That's music to my ears.

Vic

I monitor on Event 20/20 BAS with Sub, and headphones. I listened about 3-4 times to make sure.

I thought it could use 1-2dB more (just a smidge) in the overall lows and/or a slight bump on the bass guitar. It sounds good as is though. The low end is always tricky, and I struggle with this a bit myself.

--TC

I like the upbeat bluegrassy arrangement. Good one!

I am listening again friend and I really like this melody and rhythm, it is very catchy and again, I really like that musical break, this is so enjoyable to listen to and the write is sweet. Always love spending time with your songs.

Tammy

Hi Deej.
If songs didn't have lyrics I don't think I'd write one.
I have friends who play instrumentals, never vocalise. Don't know how they can do that.

Thank you so much for listening.

Vic

Thanks Travis,
And good luck with yours.

Vic

Hi Dave.
Yes the journey of a song can take a few twists and turns.
This one started off as a slow love song but somewhere along the line I ditched that idea.

Getting it to the right person isn't my best function. I may be the world's worst pitcher.

Thank you as always for your support.

Vic

Thanks Mike. That brought a smile to my face.

I wrote the song intending the "who" part to be anyone.
Cohen's "Hallelujah" for one, has an unidentified "you".

Vic

Vic--

You have a fine one here--top shelf--WRITE AND PLAY ON BROTHER!

Mackie

TC. Thanks for the update.
It's an accoustic bass loop so quite tricky to bring up the gain as some notes are a lot louder than the others. It's also pretty well compressed. I'll see if i can do something but maybe it'll have to stay as is.
Vic

Well written and performed - I think you made a wise choice on the faster tempo - enjoyed - thanks ....Pete

Hi Colin.
Thank you for liking more than the upbeat kangaroo. :-)

Vic

Thank you Tammy.
You're always supportive.

Vic

Hi Mackie.
Thanks for that. What have you been up to?

Vic

Thanks Pete.
I agree. The slow ballad thing wasn't working.
Sounded Manilowish.
Vic