Mal Price
I have written this original song for the historical figure challenge. It’s a tribute to John Lennon in a conversational style mainly. Tried out a bit of self harmony this month and challenged myself with a busy riffy chord thing! I’d like to produce it properly but it’s been a bit of a rush job. Anyway I hope you like it and look forward to your feedback.
Thank you
Malster
Nice one. Riffy guitar thing is a triumph. Great lyrics and delivery too
Really enjoyed this song. Loved the harmonies too.
Thanks Kris and Anne for your kind comments. I spent quite a bit of time on the lyrics to make every line a relevant part of Lennons story. Tried to write it like it’s a catch up over a cup tea! So pleased someone likes it. 😁
moved along nicely. Like that!
moved along nicely. Like it!
Nice one Malster. Good lyrics and catchy riff. Loved the middle section. McCartney’s bass thumping away under that would be very cool.
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Thanks Phil I’ll see if Paul is available he only lives up the road!
Seriously though, Appreciate the positive comments.
Mal. 🎸
I thoroughly enjoyed that Mal. A fitting tribute to Mr L. Definitely had a Lennon vibe going on. I’m sure a full production will be great. Harmonies worked well too.
Very nice. Good catchy riffy guitar thing and great hook for the chorus
Thanks Hew. It was a bit rushed to be honest and the EQ was a bit rough. Sounds ok on a phone though. It’s great to have some positive feedback.
Thank you
Mal
Cool song.
Thanks Tom
Very kind of you. I think Imagine will always be cool and relevant. Good luck with your song. 👍
One of the most creative guitar sounds I’ve heard in this month’s competition, and mixed in tune with your uniqely-different singing voice rocks steady. Really enjoyed this one, Mal, and how you brought the death of a legend to life in song with some clever words and special phrasing.
Thanks Chris
That’s everything I was trying to achieve in meeting the challenge. Really appreciate your comments. Thank you. Mal
I really enjoyed the conversational style and that guitar riff is going to be turning around in my head all night.
Thanks Suzanne
So glad you enjoyed it. Think I drove my family round the bend with the riff as it got stuck in their heads too! Thank you Mal x
I’m not a guitarist but I imagine that was some feat to hang onto that riff and sing at the same time. Sounds great! I like the way you split the repetition up with the bridge. I can tell you are a fan because the lyrics come across with a lot of love and compassion. A lovely tribute.
Thanks Rebecca
You are right singing over the riff was a bit tricky. I’m no guitarist either. Trying to challenge my performance for open mics where the majority of performers just strum. If you get a chance google Julian singing imagine for Ukraine a song he said he would never perform. I found it emotional. Thanks for your comments.
I’m very surprised your song didn’t get shortlisted in the annual competition by the way. Just remember England didn’t give ABBA any points in Eurovision and sometimes real gems get overlooked.
Cheers
Mal
I like the groove to this song and the guitar riff works great.
Thanks Julie
Trying to keep things upbeat! 😁👍
Love it… and I think John would have loved it too! Would sound fab with a great band behind it. Well done Mal.. definitely one of my favourites,
Thanks John that’s made my day!
Mal 😎🎸
Oh blimey, sorry Mal I missed your song during the competition. Just listened. Love that riff, its really cool and a great Lennon tribute. “Imagine” you have 6 votes!
No worries Mark. I’m going to keep working on this one and take to a songwriters open mic in a few weeks time. Thanks for your message. 👍