See You On The Other Side (POP:Adult Contemporary)

In my last entry of my previous posting, I mentioned that my wife and I had returned from visiting a couple that we have been very close friends with since way-back in our college days.  She had been bravely fighting cancer and unfortunately, while we were there she lost the battle.  Her death brought up thoughts and emotions that prompted me to complete a song that I started a while ago after the death of a family member.  While this song is a bit melancholy, it does offer the comfort of celebrating the time that we did have with the ones we lost.
 
As was my previous song, this number is not my usual style of song.  I hope the music and lyrics are a bit more together on this one than the previous one.  I expect that some may not like the lead guitar.  I was trying to engage the idea that the old style Blues guys had in making the guitar their voice in expressing either joy or sadness.  For me, use of the slow attack had that mournful sound that I was looking for.  I hope that you don't find it too annoying.
 
Anyway, I would appreciate any comments, suggestion, and feedback that you might care to share.
 
Thanks.
 
See You On The Other Side
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Freddy J
 

Only listening on laptop, so make of it what you will, but the vox need to be more up front for me - having a hard time making out all the words, which I always think is the single most important part of an emotionally charged song such as this. I like the guitar effect  - sounds like it is being played backwards.

Sorry to hear about your friend - tough times - but I'm sure your tribute will go some way towards dealing with that. No better way for a musician to deal with that in my opinion.

My deepest sympathy on your losses. You tribute is from your heart and will turn to joy knowing they are resting peacefully. Peace be with you. Blessings, John

It's a sad one. Sorry for your loss Freddy.

Lynn:  Thanks for your sentiments and comments.  I appreciate your taking the time to listen and comment.  Music does help doesn't it?
 
Thank you Paulo.  I am glad that you liked the lead guitar --- I wasn't sure if I was on the right track or not.  You're right about the vocal volume ----- I'll have to go back and turn it up.
 
Hi Daren.  Thank for listening and for your comments.  I appreciate your kind words.
 
Thank you very much John.  I appreciate the kind sentiments.
 
Hi Daryl.  I seem to be having a problem with the slower songs don't I?  I was trying to express a lot of emotions and thoughts in this song and that might have confused things.
 
Thanks Robby.  I appreciate it!
 
Hello Ben.  I know that death is a part of life but it doesn't mean you have to like it.  Yup, I agree and will have to correct the volume.  I not only get what you mean but I think that you might understand what I was trying (emphasis on trying) to do. I intended the lyrics to reflect the hurt that comes from the loss of someone close, the confusion about death, and also the resolve to not become mired in the loss but to also try and celebrate the time and memories that you have enjoyed.  I tried to make the music sound mournful (e..g., the guitar solo) but tried to introduce a bit of a lighter element also.  Oh well, intent doesn't always mean that you reached the goal.  Thanks for listening and I appreciate your feedback.
 
Freddy J
 
 

Hi Bapu.  I appreciate your taking the time to listen.  Thanks!!
 
Freddy J