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New One. Yes, I will do a version of me singing this "straight" but for this version I did this particular vocal style very much on purpose. I have so many people saying they are falling out of their chair, though, I am in no rush to do the straight version. Maybe next week. Enjoy it for what it is--fresh out of the can. If it makes you smile, my job is done. https://www.reverbnation.com/davidpsnyder/song/29145528-casting-pearls-before-swinehttps://soundcloud.com/davidsnyderchannel/casting-pearls-before-swineCasting Pearls Before Swine By David Snyder V1 Everybody pick a number Go ahead and stand in line You know we can’t get any dumber Casting pearls before swine You can cast them at the altar You can cast them at the bar You can cast them at the lottery Or that new and shiny car You can cast them at the phonies You can cast them at the fakes You can cast them at that cement wall Just before you hit the brakes V2 You can cast them at the accolades They hand out after school Once they've taken all your money And they’ve just made you a fool In the land of Simon Coward You can cast them at the stage When they’ve stripped you of your faith You can cast them at your rage You can cast them at the President And all the members of the feast When they tell you that you need them They’re no better than a thief CH Everybody wants you shackled They want your money and your soul But you didn’t ask to come here You never asked to be sold V3 You can cast them at your parents If you need call their bluff You can cast them at your shrink When you say you’ve had it rough You can cast them at the heavens If your heart’s run out of love You can cast them at the preacher When he says you’re not good enough You can cast them at the river You can cast them at the sun You can cast them at your lover Just the way you’ve always done CH Everybody wants to shackle you They want your money and your soul But you didn’t ask to come here You never asked to be controlled V4 Better run for the border Better make your great escape Let’s saddle up those horses And ride before daybreak We’ll leave everything behind us Freedom for Freedom’s sake And you can tell the watchman I’ve had all that I can take Hurry up now princess You know we’re running out of time Don’t leave me stranded in the dust, honey Casting pearls before swine CH Everybody wants us baby They want our money and our souls But we didn’t ask to come here We didn’t asked to be sold Everybody wants us shackle us They all want full control We gotta make a border crossing Before our bodies get too old Come on quickly now you know we’re running out of time Don’t leave me stranded here in Babylon Casting pearls before swine Last time I talked to God He had something else in mind And I can see the New Jerusalem And I need to cross the finish line I won’t waste another second Casting pearls before swine Before swine Lyrics and Music copyright 2018 by David Snyder, ASCAP/Day of Faith David Snyder, Vocals, Acoustic Guitars, Harmonica, Additional Instrumentation, Production Recorded, Engineered, Mixed and Mastered at Day of Faith Studios
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That took some writing, David. You do sound like him too. Good one. Vic
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Dido to Calvin!
Even a very low volume level, I enjoyed!
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It made me smile. ----Dave
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Hi David songwriter dude. Epic set of lyrics here. Have listened several times and enjoyed each listen more and more. Thumbs up.
Cheers.
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David,
These are terrific lyrics; an awesome, epic write. And the performance is great and a spot-on vocal tribute. You wouldn't need to touch a thing, and it would still be brilliant.
But that said, and IMHO, I'd encourage you to do that straight version you speak of. Not only because I want to hear it--and I absolutely do--but also because I worry that the Dlyan-esque take on this might in some eyes diminish and distract from how compelling the tune is. IMHO, it's worthy and deserving of its own voice.
All the best,
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Title caused me to open the thread.
Too cynical and dejected for my personal tastes...but...I kept reading because it was interesting and I liked many of the lines and phrases in the lyrics.
Very worthwhile post. Thumbs up from me.
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Thanks Vic. I certainly have been enjoying your latest tunes!!
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Thanks Calvin! I am so glad you enjoyed it. I certainly have been enjoying your latest great tunes and experiments!!
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Thanks Johnny. Well, all you have to do is turn it up man!!
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Dave, If that is the case, my life has not been lived in vain.
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Hey Rich Bro! Nice to see ya man! I am glad you are enjoying it. Sure have been enjoying your new stuff this year!
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Hi Deej, I agree with you wholeheartedly and plan on tackling the straight version when I can get "in the zone." That straight vocal is going to be the hardest part of the whole thing. Still haven't figured out exactly how I want to do that in order to make it work. But once it hits me, all I gotta do is turn on the mic in the studio and do it. Until then, I wait......
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Hey Martin, Thanks for giving it a try. I agree this kinda thing isn't for everyone, but ya gotta go with what ya know sometimes. Thanks for your patience!!!
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Hi David, Having read the lyric first, I didn't know what to expect--maybe something with a preacher-y gospel feel, and I am happy to hear this unearthed outtake from Slow Train Coming (Dylan).... Fun stuff, and yes I smiled once.. but it was a smile that lasted the entirety of the song.. Mike
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Fate doesn't hang on a wrong or right choice Fortune depends on the tone of your voice
-The Divine Comedy (Neil Hannon) from the song "Songs of Love" from the album "Casanova" (1996)
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Technically impressive, David.
That was a pretty cool Dylan... (performance and lyrics)
Did you use Biab in this at all.
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Thank Michael, My life is now complete.
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Thanks Nelson,
BIAB audiophile tracks are a staple of my recording process and I wouldn't or couldn't live without them. Mostly for drums and bass. I play a lot of instruments but am not wedded to any particular approach. I usually play most of the acoustics myself because I am always looking for a unique style I can usually only get when I play it myself. Same for electric most of the time. If I want to sound prog rock I have to play the bass myself, ditto for keyboards and piano. But insofar as having 24 hour access to the world's greatest studio musicians, I use them all the time.
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Thanks Nelson,
BIAB audiophile tracks are a staple of my recording process and I wouldn't or couldn't live without them. Mostly for drums and bass. I play a lot of instruments but am not wedded to any particular approach. I usually play most of the acoustics myself because I am always looking for a unique style I can usually only get when I play it myself. Same for electric most of the time. If I want to sound prog rock I have to play the bass myself, ditto for keyboards and piano. But insofar as having 24 hour access to the world's greatest studio musicians, I use them all the time.
What a shame, I bought the "audiophile tracks " version of BIAB, with the external hard drive (it aint cheap), a while back but never really learned to use it. As a test I plugged in some chords and did "Darlin Child" but to hear through Mike Z's and your work, what I have unused at my fingertips, is shameful. Oh well, keep up the good work, David.
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Hi David, This covers it all. Such a well-thought out lyric and is delivered resolutely. I like how the lines play off of each other to make a point (or two or three)! It’s easy to tap your toes to this and shake your head in agreement or disagreement... And I like the distance covered in the chorus lyric by changing that last line...then the switch from "you" to "we". Subtle, but it's there. It’s a journey, it’s about the journey, and it’s an enjoyable ride! Very nicely done! Kristi
A musician must make music, an artist must paint, a poet must write, if he is to be ultimately at peace with himself. What a man can be, he must be. -- Abraham Maslow, American Psychologist
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Americana tune that is reminscent of Bob Dylan's "Everyone Must Get Stoned"
Good lyrics, vocal delivery is spot-on, music works well, and the mix is excellent.
Well done!
Peace, TC
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This works on so many levels.
A make-ya-listen-make-ya-think write. Never let's go.
A good production - that Blond-On-Blond-thing happening...
Looking forward (really) to the David Snyder version!
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Thanks Kristi! That means a lot coming from a superb lyricists such as yourself! Looking forward to your next masterpiece!
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Thanks TC! I sure have been enjoying your tunes. Have a great week man!
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Floyd, Thanks man! I am trying to get into the zone to do the straight version. The problem is every time I try to do it, I start laughing. Maybe this week. I will let you know. Also, if you want to come over, I will show you how to tune your guitar like I promised and also show you how a real country song is done, because I am sure you want to spend some time just basking in the aura of my wonderfulness. If so, please call and make an appointment. The calendar looks surprisingly wide open. I am not sure why more people aren't taking me up on this.
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