thanks for the comments guys ,
Funster, I thought that was the second best line, i thought the love hate ballet was the best one but that's just me
526 2015-08-01 15:14:03
Re: things we say (5 replies, posted in Songwriting)
527 2015-08-01 12:50:52
Re: Avatar (15 replies, posted in About Chordie)
i spent 15 minutes writing a goofy song about a pickle and bingo AVATAR appears
528 2015-08-01 08:25:22
Topic: things we say (5 replies, posted in Songwriting)
(C) sometimes we (G)say things (D)we do not (G)mean
(C)sometimes they(G) hurt and (D)sometimes they (G)sting
(C)its love or(G) hate or (D)something(G) between
(C)why must we (G)take it and (D)make it (G)obscene
chorus
(D)you said something's that you (C)cannot take (G)back
(D)I said something's that (C)turned your heart(G) black
(D)why must we go at each (C)other this(G) way
(D)we'll be alone at the (C)end of the (G)day
sometimes we love and soar like the birds
sometimes we hate and cut with our words
sometimes our lives can be so serene
why must we take fire and add gasoline
chorus
sometimes I miss you cant wait to get home
but I get my fill and I want to roam
but something about you keeps brining me back
I've changed my mind before I've even packed
(D)you said something's that you(C) cannot take(G) back
(D)I said something's that turned(C) your heart(G) black
(D)we keep on dancing this(C) love hate(G) ballet
(D but we're still together at the(C) end of the (G)day
529 2015-07-29 17:24:32
Re: two at a time? (8 replies, posted in Songwriting)
TIGLJK wrote:
Mojo
Jim sounds like we suffer the same affliction CRS (cant remember s***) one other scenario, two different songs wind up merging into one with bits and pieces discarded stashed away for another projectI do it all the time - i use the notepad on my phone usually to record thoughts that pop in my head --- it seems the easiest for me.
I usually have two or three going - then I forget about them for a while and when searching for something on my computer - they will invariably pop up and I'll go
" hmmm, oh yeah.... I remember that "another scenario for me is a lyric that i have worked on - but can't find the right chord progression - I get mad - put it away forget about for a year or so :0 )
I woke up the other night had a great verse and chord progression in my head.... sat on edge of bed - went over it a couple of times...was gonna go downstairs and write it down..... but then said to my self - eh - I 'll do it when i get up - went back to sleep . You know the outcome probably already - woke up "Craft syndrome" set in ( .... can't remember a freaking thing) !
I have no idea of words or lyrics - just remember that I had a good one !
Jim
530 2015-07-29 15:41:33
Topic: two at a time? (8 replies, posted in Songwriting)
any one else ever work on two more songs simultaneously? I come up with lines that don't really fit what I am working but they are to good to trash so I end up with several going at one time. then the original ends up on the back burner or forgotten for awhile. its strange some just seem to write them self's in a few minutes and others are a struggle that can drag on for ever. just a few thoughts from a wandering mind. hey there may a song in that line, crap that will be #4 in note book.
531 2015-07-12 19:51:28
Re: Who is within an hours drive or less of Shreveport, LA? (12 replies, posted in My local band and me)
unhhuh wrote:
mojo01 wrote:im about an hour and a half away
Okay, that's cool. What state are you in.
I head towards Texas semi-regularly.
I've got friends with recording equipment and backup musicians here in Shreveport is the thing though.
I do know a woman in Wills Point Texas that has multiple outdoor soundstages and hosts bands regularly.
She was in charge of booking all the bands for Sons of Hermann in Deep Ellum, Downtown Dallas for over a decade.
So there're some options.
im in Texas. closer to Shreveport than wills point
532 2015-07-12 04:46:12
Re: introductions (17 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
welcome aboard
533 2015-07-12 04:42:51
Re: Who is within an hours drive or less of Shreveport, LA? (12 replies, posted in My local band and me)
Cocktailsfor2 wrote:
mojo01 wrote:im about an hour and a half away
And you're a pickle rhymer extraordinaire - don't leave that out!
yeah thanks buddy how could I forget I am THE PICKLE RHYMER
534 2015-07-12 04:23:38
Re: Who is within an hours drive or less of Shreveport, LA? (12 replies, posted in My local band and me)
im about an hour and a half away
535 2015-07-11 16:25:38
Re: The Broken Promise (2 replies, posted in Songwriting)
I like it Tony, I can see the castle walls
536 2015-07-11 15:43:33
Re: destiny ? (12 replies, posted in Songwriting)
Strummerboy Bill wrote:
Mo's "been reading my mail".
You really make those minor keys work for you, don'tcha? I find that songs in minor keys played the way you played this one really "clue" the audience that something personal is being sung about, which may or may not be the case here - just my opinion. Thanks for sharing this with us, buddy and I agree with Amy: Why are you not performing live?
A word about my opening sentence: It's not my quote and I have been remiss in not giving attribution. It belongs to Kris Kristofferson and he said it about Jerry Jeff Walker, I believe. So, apologies to Kris and kudos to Mo'!
Thanks!
Bill
why am I not performing live? I never really thought I had the talent for it. opportunity has never came along. this is the first place ive ever put any of my stuff out the public other than a few close friends. I started posting here out of curiosity to see what other people (besides friends) thought about my songs, not so much my singing them but the songs them self's. am I the only one who hears their self sing and cringe?
537 2015-07-11 15:29:12
Re: destiny ? (12 replies, posted in Songwriting)
Cocktailsfor2 wrote:
Interesting song, Mojo. I like it.
Have you thought of repeating the
I am just a lonely man
with an old guitar in my handI hope that God forgives
wont hold a grudge for the life I've livedno one knows where the road will end
when I get there I hope I see you againsection, and using it as a chorus?
.
that's a good idea I was looking for a chorus just couldn't come up with anything maybe add a few lines and make that the chorus. I will tinker with that when we get back from vacation in a week
538 2015-07-11 13:14:40
Re: destiny ? (12 replies, posted in Songwriting)
thanks for the compliments
Mekidsmom , if by playing out you mean in public , no just with friends and get togethers
539 2015-07-10 22:00:24
Topic: destiny ? (12 replies, posted in Songwriting)
ok here's another one contemplating life, I hate trying to name songs some are obvious others not so much open to suggestions
https://soundcloud.com/mojo01/destiny-1
(Em) when tomorrow turns to (G)yesterday
(D)and all your dreams have faded in(C) the haze
now your standing in the cross road
and your wondering where did all the time go
they say life is to short
your faith becomes your last resort
and in life's grand design
did you falter did you waste your time
I am just a lonely man
with an old guitar in my hand
I hope that God forgives
wont hold a grudge for the life I've lived
no one knows where the road will end
when I get there I hope I see you again
(Em)if only things in life
(G) were all in black and white
(D) no mistake between
(C) wrong and right
(Em)and when your times at end
(G)maybe only then
(D)the truth will come shining thru
(C)and God will talk to you
(Em) it then you realize
(G) when destiny arrives
(D) what's been truth and lies
(C) and what's deceived your
(Em) eyes
540 2015-07-03 15:29:23
Re: members (36 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Strummerboy Bill wrote:
Can someone put up a "GROAN" smilie for Amy and 'Tails, please?
Re: The Pickle Song and what I said about it needing a bridge? I think it's okay just as 'Mo did it, on second thought. Especially the way it ends. It would definitely get a laugh at a concert.
Take a bow, "Mr. Mojo". You're "risin' " around here, for sure!
I also see you've been granted a "title". Grats, new friend!
Bill
Edited To Add: Who's next?
yeah pickle rhymer, that's the title I was hoping for
thanks Bill glad you liked it
541 2015-07-02 23:27:06
Re: members (36 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
PICKLE RHYMER???????well i guess i should have seen that one coming
i think im gonna go drown my sorrows in big shot of George Dickel
542 2015-07-02 23:12:24
Re: members (36 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Strummerboy Bill wrote:
It's ArkADY, Mo'! Pretty sure he's a guy!
OCD Bill.
ETA: I'm also pretty sure it's not a first, sorry!
well pickle my cucumber and call me dill *LOL* I put on my reading glasses and Bill it would appear you are correct
my apologies to you ARKADY
i gots to be mo careful proof reading
* im getting kicked out for sure now*
543 2015-07-02 20:24:17
Re: members (36 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Strummerboy Bill wrote:
I think we got us some comics onboard, "Chordites".
I'm seeing them as The Chordies' opening act by playing comedy songs and then joining the rest of us for the concert!
Yeah, I know: "Keep dreamin' Bill!"
Bill, cordite is appropriate seeing as how I have been called a social hand grenade on several occasions
544 2015-07-02 20:18:24
Topic: the pickle song (8 replies, posted in Songwriting)
ok I have to much time on my hands apparently. for this to make sense go to the chat forum and start reading a post I put up called members. what long strange road its been to get from members to pickles but as they say here we are and it is not pretty.
hope you get a laugh out of it
https://soundcloud.com/mojo01/pickle-song
545 2015-07-02 19:11:25
Re: members (36 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
keepitreal wrote:
I can't keep up. I'm still learning how to shuck & silk, and already you've moved on to pickles and gherkins. Is their anything I need to know about them?
Keepitreal ,no need to keep up and nothing to learn here just kick back and enjoy your pickle
546 2015-07-02 18:12:52
Re: members (36 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
to strummer Bill your right, but this just kind of came together pretty fast, in fact it was written in the post a message box . is that a first?
To Arklady, teacher I am fully aware of the rules cause everybody knows pickles aint allowed in school. how ever it just would not have had the dramatic effect I was looking for posted in the song writing section. I humbly seek your forgiveness and will repost it in the proper location or put it back in the pickle jar and delete it . what ever is the pleasure of the ambient moderator
547 2015-07-02 16:04:05
Re: members (36 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
mekidsmom wrote:
It would have to be one of the best Gherkins in all the land, theoretically. Oh and Mojo, I think that title would be too long.
with apologies to Mekidsmom and anyone else who may be offended by the senseless abuse of innocent and defenseless pickles I am truly sorry well mildly sorry ok im just sorry ,couldn't help myself had to do it
(G) well my name may never(C) be up in lights
(D)and I may never play in the (G)bars at night
and this song may never make me a plugged nickel
but ill get my title for the price of a pickle
this song may never be a rock classic
but ill keep the crowd happy when I play on my vlasic
my music may not keep me a working
but I don't care when im playing my gherkin
as I got older I gave up the pills
the vice I cant kick seems to be dills
before someone says my pickles to long
ill bring an end to this stupid song
548 2015-07-02 00:43:05
Re: members (36 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
mekidsmom wrote:
mojo01 wrote:do the chordie royalty arbitrarily bestow titles and knight hood to favored members (joking here) just curious
Mods are paid in imaginary dill pickles, so once in a while when we get a particularly SWEET pickle, we may feel tickled to arbitrarily bestow titles and knightood to the occasional honored member. There are a few floating around that you might see that are not listed as "honored" but have some weird title, and they are not moderators.
so your saying there is a chance I could be knighted Sir Mojo lord of mediocre guitar and song writing ? and all I need to is slip some one a sweet pickle? hhmmm that just don't sound right
550 2015-06-30 23:20:45
Topic: members (36 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
so what determines member status? I just noticed that my profile says member now . I missed it when it changed from Jr. member. I see some that are Sr. members and honored members. is there a criteria for advancement or do the chordie royalty arbitrarily bestow titles and knight hood to favored members (joking here) just curious