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Well, this song stumped me at first. I had the idea in my head of what I wanted but I couldn't figure out how to do it. But since I have no compulsion to post songs that I don't like, I kept working. Anyway, I think I am close now. Hope you like it. Bass players should appreciate it.  WHO SAYSBy David Snyder https://soundcloud.com/david-snyder-gigs4/who-saysV1 Who says I must believe What anybody says to me I know you must agree Certainly When nothing makes Any sense Anymore When you and I Have no idea Who’s behind the door Or who we’re rooting for With this constant tragedy Addicted to anxiety CH So who says who says I must believe Cause I’m not deceived And I don’t believe anything That anyone says to me Yeah I’m not deceived And I don’t believe anything That anyone says to me Why should I V2 Who says This propaganda Is the not lies that we perceive I know you must agree Undeniably When nothing makes Any sense Anymore And you and I have no idea Who decides the score Or what we’re fighting for In this foolish comedy So much idiocracy CH So who says who says I must believe Cause I’m not deceived And I don’t believe anything That anyone says to me Cause I’m not deceived And I don’t believe anything That anyone says to me Why should I Instrumental CH So who says who says I must believe Cause I’m not deceived And I don’t believe anything That anyone says to me Cause I’m not deceived And I don’t believe anything That anyone says to me Why should I Words and music copyright 2024 By David Snyder ASCAP/Day of Faith Records David Snyder: Vocals, guitars, keyboards, synths, additional instrumentation, production, mixing and mastering RealTracks in style: 2591:Bass, Electric, RockPicked8ths Ev 165 RealDrums in style:Rock90s^03-a:Closed Hat, SideStick , b:Open Hat, Snare Held Piano
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That's a unique song. It has a Bowie kind of groove. Some of the chords have that feel.
The chorus gets better and gives it a nice momentum.
Regarding the lyrics and message..... Spot on. There's so many lies constantly from practically every single direction it's hard to discern the truth anymore. I take everything I'm told by anyone as possibly true but probably not until proven to be true beyond a doubt. Sad that we live in such a world where everyone thinks they have to lie about even the smallest things.
You can find my music at: www.herbhartley.comAdd nothing that adds nothing to the music. You can make excuses or you can make progress but not both. The magic you are looking for is in the work you are avoiding.
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Thanks Herb.
I love your "analysis" of the theme. Very wise words and I could not have said it better.
Peace and word to the brother.
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David,
Great! Love the groove and instrumentation. Awesome vocal, excellent lyrics and a tight mix.
A new favorite!
Bob
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WOW David this is so good and so true!
You picked the perfect backing band for this song.
The lyrics are spot on. The lies are started by politicians and spread via the media, I hardly believe anything any more. Well the fact that God is in charge and he is our savior is the one thing I believe
Outstanding song
Inflation is so bad that CEOs are now playing miniature golf!
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So nice. Love how the strummed guitar climbs out of the wall of synths. Those synths sound really cool, but that guitar just takes charge. Can hear the Bowie influence, but also reminds me of early REM, except I can understand your lyrics. And what nifty lyrics they are indeed. Never feel like a song of mine is ever finished, but this sounds quite polished to me. Really enjoyed this one a LOT.
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You had me with “bassists should appreciate it”, I love a good and interesting bass.
Besides the nice, driving bass, it's the rhyme scheme and prosody in general that I really love and that grabs and holds my attention.
Really really well done, David!
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Wow, sounds totally unique to me, David, very original and very well done with a great message.
Excellent!
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Thank you Mario. In addition to writing some of the finest tunes here on the forum, I can say one other great thing about you:
You have excellent taste in great music.
That is one thing that I've noticed about this forum that is very particular.
There are so many people on here who are writing music that is beyond human comprehension, never failing to be epic, wonderful, fantastic, and worthy of worldwide effusive praise.
That is why I know that when you, a virtual wellspring of musical goodness, chooses to reflect on the phenomenal achievements of my own aspirational works, that I am in good territory and that I must truly, as is the case with everyone here, be walking among the gods.
Yours in all humility,
P.S. Thank you for the love of the instrumentation. Just one clarification. I did not pick the backing band. I am the backing band.
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Hey David, this is one aspiring bass player that appreciates your work for many reasons.
One reason is that you are your own man with pluck and a non-conformist edge, I admire that backbone.
Like me, I doubt you have ever kissed an a** in your life. [Can I say that on this forum?]
Folks like you cut your own path thru the wilderness and fearlessly say what needs to be said while other men hide in the shadows and follow.
There are far too many sycophants in our politics today.
And we seem to be in an era of falsehoods and lies where anybody can create their own "truth" to fit their agenda. Jan 6 was a "normal tourist visit" is one of my favorites.
Truth is truth and lies are lies.
Keep preaching it brother and keep that creativity going.
Remember, lies are only important if they are believed.
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They.
Good original music
Obviously, no AI was consulted.
Real.
As it should be
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Hey Thanks Bob.
Really appreciate that.
You are a man of extraordinary taste
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I really like this though, seriously, the bass being off center is doing my head in.
There were points where I though I'd like the song "polished" a little more but then the chorus comes around & I remember the point isn't spotlessness.
Why should you, after all?
COOL
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Man, I love this song. No surprise there cuz it's one of yours, David. Now the bass... I think Bass Thumper Steve said it best. I'm not a fan of what I call the Tommy James 8th-notes-on-the-root style --especially with a pic. But you make it work so well.
Man, i really appreciate your ability to create lyrics. Terrific signature vocal. Outstanding production.
Who says? Me --just another nobody... who knows what he likes.
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"But since I have no compulsion to post songs that I don't like, I kept working"
Oh, how I can relate David!
What always impresses me with your work is how you don't hold back, but you let it rip!
Great job David!
Thanks, TB
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Hey DC! You are my hero man, and I do it all for you, parallel buss mixing and all! Glad you like it man! Party on.
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David,
Sometimes it's hard to decide what kind of arrangement to make.
I get stuck sometimes too, so I understand how you feel.
I'm drawn in from the bass at the beginning.
You've clearly found the direction, and it creates a great atmosphere.
Both the performance and vocals are wonderful.
Enjoyed my listen a lot.
Best regards.
Shigeki Adachi
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HI David,
This is so non-generic and speaks its truth boldly. I think (not sure, though) that you personally played every track on this one. The extra reverb, compared to your usual application thereof, is perfect - unlike the slop that too often comes from people's ranting and rambling about their opinions on eveything under the sun.
It has drive, character, and tugs at the brain of the listener. A tip of the hat - hell the whole damn hat - for a job well done. I don't drink much of the Kool-Aid from any of the political and social entities.
I think you speak for more people than you might think with this one. And I like your voice.
Cool song!!!
Alan
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"Who decides the score Or what we’re fighting for In this foolish comedy So much idiocracy" WE decide assuming we are willing to listen to or read a variety of sources and vet them to the best of our ability. Or we can select one of the myriad bubbles and flop around in it ad infinitum. Or something like that. Back to topic. We experienced this as hard driving energetic rock with a no mud cut through the mix vocal. And a cool vocal at that. As alluded to the lyric is a well stated reflection on today’s somewhat sad reality. The session folks are cookin' - you and the BiaB guys. Glad you got unstumped! J&B
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Dave - Interesting lyrics .... matched with music that express the feelings of Addicted to Anxiety.
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