I almost went with a Sam Cooke song. But then I needed to pull myself back in and realize that I should be getting to newer artists. Maybe I’ll be pinpointing a new classic rather than falling back on time tested and proved tunes. Don’t feel like it’s a complete loss that I’ve opted to not go with Sam Cooke, at somepoint in the future I will likely put a track done by him here. Until that time I’ll attempt to maintain a track record of picking songs that should be mainstream but haven’t been given that fair shake. So this Monday morning hump is Diana Anaid.
The last thing I can remember about music is that it should move you. This song moves me, but not because of it’s production. Actually I think the production is the weakest factor to this song. Whoa, did I just write something that wasn’t completely glowing about someone here? You betcha. Here is a prime example of a fantastic song that has been ruined by the its-not-loud-enough-lets-pump-the-volume-to-compete-in-the-commercial-market attitude. It’s rather unfortune because the song writing is inspriring and it’s odd that the mastering and mixing was done likely on a Protools rig with people squashing the life out of an arrangement.
I’m happy to think that I can look past this dilemma of over squishing and listening strictly for the song. I think you should too.
The lyrics remind of things I’ve done in the past. Set myself up subconsciously to keep people and things at a distance. I have weird compulsions for the stuff that I get attached to and the people and things I don’t. Her specific designation in the song is a boyfriend. I’ve never had one of those, at least not to my knowledge. That’s a good thing for all the girls I’ve dated. I know of at least one man who probably wanted to be my boyfriend. Eek, just thinking about that gives me the willies. I’m all for gay people getting their groove on, I just prefer batting for women. I think I’ve covered that already over enough posts though.
It’s too bad this song isn’t getting a much larger push. I think it’s a great song in the soundtrack of life. I bet lots of people can relate to keeping people and things at a distance. It can feel like it’s easier to deal with. But distance isn’t always great. At least that’s what I’m learning.
As for Diana and her song, I really dig how the chorus kicks in. I enjoy the story in the lyrics et al. I just wish it hadn’t been mixed to the point of audible distortion from too much limiting and compression. Despite this issue, I believe you need to give Diana a shake and get the CD strictly because you believe in the song. That’s where the real enjoyment lies, in the song.
i totally agree with you on this song. i have been going through alot of rough relationships only with guys and i can relate to this song as well,and i really enjoy listening to this song.it reminds me of me alot because i have been hurt alot.and i like singing to this song whenever im feeling down. it helps alot.
Hi Lynelle,
Glad to hear that a song can help lift your spirits. That’s the beauty of music isn’t it? It can help set a mood or save your sanity. I love that power. I usually never think about the impact that my own songs can have on people. Ever now and then I get reminded of that power when someone tells me their feelings of listening to what I create.