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There are a couple lines here that I would have written a bit differently - but it is for a specific person smile

Sometime I might do a better version with a pianist who knows what he/she is doing. For now, just sharing....

If you have any thoughts on a possible arrangement, I'd love to hear them.

I'd Do It Twice is here:



















I'll stick the lyric below. Thanks!

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I'd Do It Twice
(C) 2011 by S.W. Campbell

Those little rooms never had no heat
Too cold at night for the mice to sleep
Good thing for us dreams were cheap
And laughter came for free
I never thought we were missing much
A best friend with a lover’s touch
Seemed more than enough to me

So every time you questioned
If I might regret the ride
Well I never had but one reply
If I could do it all again…
I’d do it twice

Now in the living room of that couple’s dream
I see a woman of independent means
Her eyes shine with levity
Joy and empathy
You feel my gaze, bat your eyes and blush
And for the millionth time, I feel that first-time rush
That’s always been more than enough for me

And every time you question
If I might regret the ride
Well I never have but one reply
If I could do it all again…
I’d do it twice

Well if there’re two things of which I’m sure
When I think back through our run
I adore the girl that you once were
And the woman you’ve become

So every time you’ll question
If I might regret the ride
I’ll never have but one reply
If I could do it all again…
I’d do it twice

If I could do it all again…
I’d do it twice

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Hey Scott. Nice tune as usual. I like the mood it sets which goes great with the lyric. Sounds like it might be just a touch out of your range but you held out and made it work. Nice voice control. Your piano playing is a lot better than mine if that's any consolation. Wait...Stike that. My piano playing is almost non existant.lol Seriously, it's a really pretty song.

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Scott,

I love this, what a sweet lyric!!

I think that chorus is a bit high for you, I sang lower harmony with you and I think if you do a low harmony in there with yourself....it will smooth out how far you are reaching (take the focus off of it), but I think that lift in the chorus is needed and sounds good....

Overall, this is a very nice song!!!

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Well, I see you figured out how to put the link right in there! That's great!

The only problem I have with this one is that I didn't write it!!! I love it! Wow!

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Hey Scott...

Nice write...Not sure on an arrangement as it may depend
on who it's for.
Sounds like it might be an anniversary song.

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Hi Scott,

What a nice song/performance.
Heartfelt !

This is beautiful....

Well if there’re two things of which I’m sure
When I think back through our run
I adore the girl that you once were
And the woman you’ve become


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it's a very good song, and you're not too bad at piano ;-) the way it start remember me of the great tom waits. Maybe taking inspiration from things I recall (randy newman's 'Marie' could also be a good hint) I would suggest you strings starting from the half. but the risk is to be romantic-sad, while this story is romantic-fine, if I well undestood !

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Scott,

I like it. I am sure she likes it too.

As far as arrangement goes, I hear long drawn out bass notes and a string section coming in on the first note of the second verse. Maybe drums coming in on the second chorus. A fiddle on the bridge (think Eleanor Rigby tones), and maybe solo piano to the end. I don't really think harmony vocals would work with the lyrical theme.


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Hi Scott

Super nice tribute -- well done !!! jm


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Originally Posted by Little_stevie_b
Hey Scott. Nice tune as usual. I like the mood it sets which goes great with the lyric. Sounds like it might be just a touch out of your range but you held out and made it work. Nice voice control. Your piano playing is a lot better than mine if that's any consolation. Wait...Stike that. My piano playing is almost non existant.lol Seriously, it's a really pretty song.

Stevie


Thanks Stevie smile

I recorded it originally a step lower. Chorus sounded better but the verse was too low. Turns out I don't have much of a vocal range! smile

Glad it was pretty smile

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Originally Posted by TamsNumber4
Scott,

I love this, what a sweet lyric!!

I think that chorus is a bit high for you, I sang lower harmony with you and I think if you do a low harmony in there with yourself....it will smooth out how far you are reaching (take the focus off of it), but I think that lift in the chorus is needed and sounds good....

Overall, this is a very nice song!!!

Tammy


Thanks Tammy!

See my response to Stevie right above in regard to what happened with the choice of key. LOL grin

Maybe I should do it in the original key but wait until I have a cold to do the verses. smile

I love doing harmony but not sure I think it fits here - I think I want it to have a one guy singing feel. Maybe a different guy though smile

Scott

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Originally Posted by Jen Warner
Well, I see you figured out how to put the link right in there! That's great!

The only problem I have with this one is that I didn't write it!!! I love it! Wow!

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LOL - best compliment a writer can get from another writer!

Thanks Jen smile

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Originally Posted by in2piano
Hey Scott...

Nice write...Not sure on an arrangement as it may depend
on who it's for.
Sounds like it might be an anniversary song.

Larry


Well our anniversary and her birthday are only ten days apart - was kinda for the former but a gift for the latter. smile

Thanks Larry smile

Scott

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Originally Posted by Calvin
Hi Scott,

What a nice song/performance.
Heartfelt !

This is beautiful....

Well if there’re two things of which I’m sure
When I think back through our run
I adore the girl that you once were
And the woman you’ve become


Thanks Calvin. Ordinarily I wouldn't have written something like "I adore the girl that you once were". But she was only 17 when we started dating smile

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Scott--

HEY, HEY--This one has the sound of a CLASSIC--If I could give it a BLUE RIBBON, I'd GIVE IT A BLUE ONE TWICE!

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Scott,

I like this! The lyrics are well-written and the melody and vocals work well. It's a sweet song with some nice visuals...good job!


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This is a GOOD song my friend! I would stay sparse and add a smoky baritone sax just a certain points to embellish only.

Maybe a nice subtle hall verb on the master bus.

You know I understand what is said about the chorus - but I actually like it. It sounds like you really mean it man! Pop that on a CD and I am buyin! smile

In fact if you have another go make your voice more gravelly and coarse -

But then again it is so good you need do nothin at all mate!


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This is one Randy Newman wishes he had written! I think it is mighty fine and you could do a bunch of different arrangements for this and they would all sound great. Nice writing as usual.


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Originally Posted by MaxG
it's a very good song, and you're not too bad at piano ;-) the way it start remember me of the great tom waits. Maybe taking inspiration from things I recall (randy newman's 'Marie' could also be a good hint) I would suggest you strings starting from the half. but the risk is to be romantic-sad, while this story is romantic-fine, if I well undestood !


Thanks Max - I was thinking maybe strings too.... smile

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Originally Posted by Colin Ward
Scott,

I like it. I am sure she likes it too.

As far as arrangement goes, I hear long drawn out bass notes and a string section coming in on the first note of the second verse. Maybe drums coming in on the second chorus. A fiddle on the bridge (think Eleanor Rigby tones), and maybe solo piano to the end. I don't really think harmony vocals would work with the lyrical theme.


Yes, it was a success smile

Thanks for the suggestions on the arrangement, Colin - I will play around with them and see what happens. I tend to agree with you on the harmony....

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Originally Posted by Joice Marie
Hi Scott

Super nice tribute -- well done !!! jm


Thanks Joice smile

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I'd rather you reach for notes in a chorus that lifts rather than in a chorus that doesn't move the song. Nice chording Scott--lovely use (and not overuse) of major/minor.

Vocally this would kill with better phrasing, fleshing out the verse lines and not having those pauses.

Nice work.

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Originally Posted by Mackie H.
Scott--

HEY, HEY--This one has the sound of a CLASSIC--If I could give it a BLUE RIBBON, I'd GIVE IT A BLUE ONE TWICE!

Mackie


LOL - thanks Mackie smile

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Originally Posted by Jen Shaner
Scott,

I like this! The lyrics are well-written and the melody and vocals work well. It's a sweet song with some nice visuals...good job!


Thanx Jinx - much appreciated smile

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Originally Posted by SideShow
This is a GOOD song my friend! I would stay sparse and add a smoky baritone sax just a certain points to embellish only.

Maybe a nice subtle hall verb on the master bus.

You know I understand what is said about the chorus - but I actually like it. It sounds like you really mean it man! Pop that on a CD and I am buyin! smile

In fact if you have another go make your voice more gravelly and coarse -

But then again it is so good you need do nothin at all mate!


Thanks Buddy - good to see you, as always smile

I love the idea of a sax in there! Don't think I can work any gravel into the vocal though and still hit the higher notes.

Thanks for the suggestions, Eliot - I'm glad you liked it.

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Originally Posted by Kevin Emmrich
This is one Randy Newman wishes he had written! I think it is mighty fine and you could do a bunch of different arrangements for this and they would all sound great. Nice writing as usual.


I doubt Randy is losing sleep - but I sure do appreciate the compliment, Kevin. Thanks smile

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Originally Posted by Mark Cockerill
Nice song you have there dude


Thanks Bro!

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Originally Posted by Zeek
I'd rather you reach for notes in a chorus that lifts rather than in a chorus that doesn't move the song. Nice chording Scott--lovely use (and not overuse) of major/minor.

Vocally this would kill with better phrasing, fleshing out the verse lines and not having those pauses.

Nice work.

Zeek


Hey Zeek:

I will probably give the vocal another go - I've only sung it a few times. Was under a deadline smile

Yeah, the phrasing can really be improved - I was fighting with myself while singing some of those line. smile

Appreciate the comments - and nudge smile

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Hey Scott...

Been away for a long while but think I'm back fairly regularly now...sure hope so!

Wow, what a lovely piece...gorgeous! You may not be a Johnny Daubert on keys, but you ain't too shabby, either.

Arrangement...Piano only on Intro & first half of first verse...finish first verse with holding bass notes. In the chorus, bring in drums and fairly strong strings. In the remainuing verses, keep all instruments aforementioned, backing off on the strings a bit but adding mild distortion on electric guitar for fill. Power last chorus with everything, as long as it doesn't cover the vox. Then take the outro back to piano only.

My ideas, for what they are worth, KOS. This is a great song with power and passion. Loved it! All the best, my friend! Greetings to Gwen...

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Scott--

You have a lot of feeling and soul woven in this one my friend--It could be a show tune--or maybe a standard, WOULDN'T THAT BE NICE--LOTS OF SUBSTANCE IN THE WORDS!

WRITE AND PLAY ON!

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Great tune, Scott. I like it the way it is, but a cello would sound cool with that piano in places. This new song of yours has unlimited possibilities. Great job on the vocals, too. I agree with Mackie, it could be a show tune!

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Originally Posted by Al David
Hey Scott...

Been away for a long while but think I'm back fairly regularly now...sure hope so!

Wow, what a lovely piece...gorgeous! You may not be a Johnny Daubert on keys, but you ain't too shabby, either.

Arrangement...Piano only on Intro & first half of first verse...finish first verse with holding bass notes. In the chorus, bring in drums and fairly strong strings. In the remainuing verses, keep all instruments aforementioned, backing off on the strings a bit but adding mild distortion on electric guitar for fill. Power last chorus with everything, as long as it doesn't cover the vox. Then take the outro back to piano only.

My ideas, for what they are worth, KOS. This is a great song with power and passion. Loved it! All the best, my friend! Greetings to Gwen...

Alan


Hey Al!

LOL - yeah, I can hear Johnny playing this in my head - but I'll never be able to make my hands do what his can. smile

Thanks so much for the detailed suggestions - I played through it in my head bringing the instruments you suggested in when you suggested they come in. Yeah, I think that works nicely. smile

It's our 30th in a year - maybe I'll do it up right for the occasion.

Thanks Pal!

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Originally Posted by Mackie H.
Scott--

You have a lot of feeling and soul woven in this one my friend--It could be a show tune--or maybe a standard, WOULDN'T THAT BE NICE--LOTS OF SUBSTANCE IN THE WORDS!

WRITE AND PLAY ON!

Mackie


Thanks Mackie smile

I'm glad the feeling came through. smile

Like I said, I'd probably have written a couple lines differently - but I had to match it to its subject smile

Very cool that it had the feel of a standard for you!

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Originally Posted by Kevin Miller
Great tune, Scott. I like it the way it is, but a cello would sound cool with that piano in places. This new song of yours has unlimited possibilities. Great job on the vocals, too. I agree with Mackie, it could be a show tune!


Hi Kevin:

Yeah, I think the arrangement could go any number of ways on this. Which is probably why I can't pin it down smile

Cello is an interesting idea - it does fit well with a piano. Maybe it's time to start experimenting with the suggestions I'm getting here.

Thanks for listening and the suggestion. Might go back to recording it a step lower - the chorus will probably sound a little better that way.

Good to see you back with one!

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Hey Scott... where would a guy find a cello in these parts. One of my favorite instruments!

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Scott... this was just so good!..It has a classic feel to it.
Lovely melody...and lovely lyrics!...and Congratulations to
you and your wife!!...

very best...
Kaley smile

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hey Scott,like a few others mentioned,a-la Randy Newman,very nice
song.I like it!

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My hat's off...............very good writing!!!
You have a nice delivery, too................ -Tom

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WOW! Sad & Beautiful always Mists-Me-Up...GREAT JOB, Amigo!

Your Fabulous Hook's what brought me in..& as-always, You Delivered BIGTIME! Definitely one CLASSIC Tribute Song,in the making. (I'm with Cal on that Great Pair of Couplets..& LOTS of other lines here are Real Special, too.)

& that Twinkle in Your Eye..whenever that Hook arrives...ya can see it like a Laser Beam...shining through!

Good Luck with a Great Song..& your Specific Person, too!

Best Wishes & a Big Guy-Hug,
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Hi Scott,

This is a lovely song. What a great hook, I’m jealous of that. I can’t help with the arrangement I can only say that it’s a beautiful song and whomever it was written for I’m sure will love it! smile

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Yep, double or nothing, sometimes once around is just not enough, when your lady is a carousel and you are dizzy with love. grab the brass ring and give it another go...it's all good.~~~~MFB III

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Scott,

Excellent as always from our resident Randy Newman.

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Originally Posted by Kevin Miller
Hey Scott... where would a guy find a cello in these parts. One of my favorite instruments!


Hey Kevin:

Sub (Mike Caro) has used a cellist several times I believe. Maybe you could pm him...

Other folks here might not have a cello but may have samples that sound realistic. Not sure what to suggest - maybe start a thread in one of the forums...

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Originally Posted by Kaley Willow
Scott... this was just so good!..It has a classic feel to it.
Lovely melody...and lovely lyrics!...and Congratulations to
you and your wife!!...

very best...
Kaley smile


Thanks Kaley - she was pretty happy with it. smile

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Originally Posted by Michael LeBlanc
hey Scott,like a few others mentioned,a-la Randy Newman,very nice
song.I like it!


Thanks Michael - glad you liked smile

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Originally Posted by Cognac
My hat's off...............very good writing!!!
You have a nice delivery, too................ -Tom


Thanks Tom - I have to credit the inspiration though smile

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Originally Posted by "Tampa Stan" Good
WOW! Sad & Beautiful always Mists-Me-Up...GREAT JOB, Amigo!

Your Fabulous Hook's what brought me in..& as-always, You Delivered BIGTIME! Definitely one CLASSIC Tribute Song,in the making. (I'm with Cal on that Great Pair of Couplets..& LOTS of other lines here are Real Special, too.)

& that Twinkle in Your Eye..whenever that Hook arrives...ya can see it like a Laser Beam...shining through!

Good Luck with a Great Song..& your Specific Person, too!

Best Wishes & a Big Guy-Hug,
Stan


Thanks Pal smile

Very cool that some of that stuff came through - I don't think of myself as one who can get emotion across with a vocal - so it felt good to read that smile

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Originally Posted by Dottie
Hi Scott,

This is a lovely song. What a great hook, I’m jealous of that. I can’t help with the arrangement I can only say that it’s a beautiful song and whomever it was written for I’m sure will love it! smile

Dottie



Ha - I've been saying that hook to my wife now for about 30 years. I'm a little surprised that it didn't occur to me before now to stick it in a song. grin

Thanks Dottie!

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Originally Posted by MFB III
Yep, double or nothing, sometimes once around is just not enough, when your lady is a carousel and you are dizzy with love. grab the brass ring and give it another go...it's all good.~~~~MFB III


Thanks MFB smile

It appears to be your birthday today - hope you have a good one!

Scott

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