here is the chopro version in my songbook
2,352 2017-05-05 11:01:34
Topic: Fly Away (3 replies, posted in Songwriting)
I've had the opportunity to watch the Special Education teacher in our school work with her class over the past few months. She is so vibrant, loving, and caring for these kids. I've been a teacher for 40 years, and I can tell you she is a very unique and special teacher. Yesterday as I was in her room I just was amazed about how she helps these high needs kids in so many ways. So last night I wrote this song as a tribute to her and all of the teachers of special needs children. I tried to write it as a voice of the children in her class.
Hope you like it.
[song]
{t:Fly Away}
[C]Sometimes school just seems to be so [G]hard
[C]rules to follow and things that we have to [G]do
[C] sometimes life can be so [G]unkind
[Am] we need your [C]help to get us[G] through
[C] each day's a challenge just to get [G] by
[C]there's good days, and some that are really [G} tough
[C]we know your with us , got our back at every [G]turn
[Am]you keep us going, when the [C] going gets [G]tough
Chorus
[G]So give me some love and a little smile
[D]Show me you care for just a little while
And I'll [C]hear what you say Yeah I'll learn to[G]day
[G]So give me some love and a little smile
En[D]courage me for a little while
And I'll [C] learn today Then I can fly a[G]way
[C] you've opened our eyes to the wonders of the [G]world
[C]brought out our best, and taught us right from [G]wrong
[C]Lent a helping hand when we've fallen [G]down
[Am]You show us kindness and [C]how to be [G]strong
[C]you put the hope of tomorrow in our [G]eyes
[C]Take us down paths so different than [G]most
[C]You've leave your hand print upon our [G]hearts
[Am]by showing the [C]ways that we can [G]grow
Chorus
[G]So give me some love and a little smile
[D]Show me you care for just a little while
And I'll [C]hear what you say Yeah I'll learn to[G]day
[G]So give me some love and a little smile
En[D]courage me for a little while
And I'll [C] learn today Then I can fly a[G]way
En[D]courage me for a little while
And I'll [C] learn today Then I can fly a[G]way
[song/]
2,353 2017-05-03 03:01:16
Re: Atomic's preset "Rumble" (4 replies, posted in Bands and artists)
Nice playing Russell
I like the growl as well.
Also noticed the really nice chess board in background and the BEAUTIFUL GUITARS HANGING AROUND !! 
2,354 2017-05-02 11:12:02
Re: friday's blues fix (1,560 replies, posted in Bands and artists)
Wow!!!!!!
That guy is fantastic - what a talent!
Talk about owning the neck of a guitar.
I can see how you could be influenced by this man - he is awesome.
I could listen to that all day - thank you for sharing Doug !
Jim
2,355 2017-05-02 11:07:29
Re: My new Vdo. (3 replies, posted in My local band and me)
Great
Where re you from ?
Was that a school organized band ?
Love the guitar playing.
Jim
2,356 2017-05-02 11:00:15
Re: Our Friend Dino's Passing... (29 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Nice Peatle
true sincerity and a heartfelt message - spoke for all of us here on chordie.
Dino is listening and smiling upon you !
Jim
2,357 2017-05-02 10:57:09
Re: APRIL 2017 FSOTM - THE WEIGHT - JACK AND DIANE (52 replies, posted in Featured Song of the Month)
rickyjack wrote:
"Audio Assault"...I like that....I might just borrow that one.
BAHA "AUDIO ASSAULT" I could be arrested for this every time I sing!!
That is a great phrase Ricky!
2,358 2017-05-01 21:46:39
Re: NGD (7 replies, posted in Electric)
Wow - Russel - that is a sweet looking axe! I LOVE THE COLOR
I'm sure you will teach it how to sing real nice.
Can't wait to hear some tunes from you with that puppy!
CONGRATS !
Jim
2,359 2017-05-01 10:37:08
Re: An Invitation (9 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Quite Cool Doug ! Wish I could've gone as well.
A poor pic is better than no pic
Jim
2,360 2017-04-30 20:38:41
Re: Land Where The Poets Died (11 replies, posted in Songwriting)
Tenement Funster wrote:
Wow ... that's powerfully-written high-calibre stuff, TIG. Reminds of something the late great Leonard Cohen might create. Beautiful!
Thank you TF ! To be even casually mentioned with the name Leonard Cohen blows my mind. 
I really do believe it to be true though, we were so fortunate to have such great poets and songwriters that took incredible stands, on important social issues. Today it seems that not many do because they are afraid of the PC backlash.
I really am hoping for and looking forward to a Graham, Phill, or someone else's version because my voice and playing sure ain't gonna make it
Thank you so much for your kind words Rick!
Jim
2,361 2017-04-30 20:31:32
Re: Land Where The Poets Died (11 replies, posted in Songwriting)
keepitreal wrote:
This is just amazing TIG you are such a talented writer. Quite close to me we have a pub called The Dead Poets, and once a month theirs a meeting of The Dead Poets Society where talented poets and musicians showcase their latest works. This would raise the roof. Great work.
Keep It Real Thank you - That would be awesome, I'd love to get it to them. Is there a website they use ?
2,362 2017-04-30 16:47:45
Re: SUGGESTIONS: MAY 2017 FEATURED SONG OF THE MONTH (29 replies, posted in Featured Song of the Month)
My suggestion would be 1999 song by David Grey - Babylon
2,363 2017-04-29 15:55:50
Re: NGD- This one I dedicate to Dino. (7 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Sweet snag there JJJ. I also like the dedication - honorable sir !
2,364 2017-04-29 12:11:31
Re: Land Where The Poets Died (11 replies, posted in Songwriting)
Thank you for your kind words.
I am looking forward to Graham's version (or anyone else if they so choose to).
this is the link to the chordpro version which I think is easier if you want to print or transpose keys.
http://www.chordie.com/chord.pere/?url= … ranspose=0
this is a quick take on it I did this morning... I posted on soundcloud........................................with sincere apologies to your ears
https://soundcloud.com/tigljk/land-where-the-poets-died
Like I said, I really just enjoy writing... and like to hear real musicians take care of the music part
Thank you so much again for you comments!
Jim
2,365 2017-04-29 01:53:18
Topic: Land Where The Poets Died (11 replies, posted in Songwriting)
I've been working on this for about a week or so. I think I'm pretty close to where I like where it is right now. (I'm sure it needs some tweaking)
I was thinking back to all the great poets and songwriters that used to standup for people and shake the sh*t out of people's conscience. Doesn't seem that we have that anymore - hence this song. Hope you like it
[song]
{t:Land Where The Poets Died}
[C] [Em] [F] [G] [C]
do you
[C]remember when the world had it’s conscience [Em]wakened
[F]when poets dared to speak words others had [C] forsaken
[F]with choices to make and chances we thought worth [C]taking
[G]hoping that change could be a miracle in the [C] making
Chorus
[Am]They spoke of justice and freedom in an unkind [Em]world
[Am]Cried out in a voice that would not be de[Em] nied
But [F] in the shadows of time those verses have faded a[C]way
And [G]now we’re living in the land where the [F]poets voice has [C]died
[C]Words that healed, and somehow seemed to [Em] last
[F] words that changed our lives in a world so vague and [C]vast
[F]Defiant voices that put new colors upon our[C]masts
Our [G] champions of hope, fighting to fix the wrongs of the[C] past
Chorus
[Am]They spoke of justice and freedom in an unkind [Em]world
[Am]Cried out in a voice that would not be de[Em] nied
But [F] in the shadows of time those verses have faded a[C]way
And [G]now we’re living in the land where the [F]poets voice has [C]died
[C] truth spoken with the power of a rolling [Em]tide
[F] With strength in their voices and anger in their [C] eyes
[F]They would not be silenced, though many, many had [C]tried
But [G]now it seems we’re the land where the poets [C] died
Chorus
[Am]They spoke of justice and freedom in an unkind [Em]world
[Am]Cried out in a voice that would not be de[Em] nied
But [F] in the shadows of time those verses have faded a[C]way
And [G]now we’re living in the land where the [F]poets voice has [C]died
[G]now we’re living in the land where the [F]poets voice has [C]died
[G]now we’re living in the land where the poets voice has [C]died
[song/]
2,366 2017-04-27 18:26:47
Re: APRIL 2017 FSOTM - THE WEIGHT - JACK AND DIANE (52 replies, posted in Featured Song of the Month)
I agree with Zurf !!!!
Excellent performance.
Jim
2,367 2017-04-23 10:59:28
Re: Couple of quick ones (4 replies, posted in My local band and me)
Joe
I love the last lines !! That will be or (already was) a great hit at chordiestock!!! Your voice was perfect for this song. Superb performance.
Jim
2,368 2017-04-22 20:37:28
Re: APRIL 2017 FSOTM - THE WEIGHT - JACK AND DIANE (52 replies, posted in Featured Song of the Month)
Mojo - That is just fantastic! Skillful playing, superb voice. I 'm liking that a lot and I'm a huge Robbie Robertson fan
Way to go --- perfect demonstration of the phrase " NAILED IT !"
Jim
2,369 2017-04-20 11:26:11
Re: Retro Buzz promo photo (12 replies, posted in Bands and artists)
And the keyboard singer reminds me of pro wrestler of days past - Rick Flair https://i.ytimg.com/vi/f_hQjgsmHf0/hqdefault.jpg
Great poster. Looks like you " Fab Four" will be having a great time!
Thanks for sharing
Jim
2,370 2017-04-19 23:04:14
Re: Colonoscopy Friday (13 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Bill
Hope all goes well!
What branch of service did you serve in? I am in your debt for it!!
Jim
2,371 2017-04-19 12:14:26
Re: Zelies song sound cloud (2 replies, posted in Songwriting)
Very nice Mojo.
That will be one that Zellie can play and sing a generation or two down the line.
A great love story told there my friend!
Thanks for sharing
Jim
2,372 2017-04-18 11:47:00
Re: Songbook (7 replies, posted in About Chordie)
Perfect. Thanks Doug!!!
Jim
2,373 2017-04-18 11:44:10
Re: Backing Tracks (8 replies, posted in Recording)
I'll get in on this. I wanted to use them to just practice strumming along to sings. I bought a trio which you can record your chords and then it plays back. That is a great idea if you play like Russell or one of you guys, but for me it was (At least for now ) a wasted investment . I tried to use audacity but again it was way above my pay grade and patience. So I just use the record button on my computer and watch stuff on youtube
2,374 2017-04-18 00:25:13
Re: Songbook (7 replies, posted in About Chordie)
Doug
I'd like to that. How'd you do it?
2,375 2017-04-18 00:23:01
Re: Epiphany (8 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Taj majal fishin blues