Sadly, I lost my father this past Saturday. He was a great man, whom I loved very dearly. Many of you might know he has been suffering from memory loss/dementia/Alzheimer's for many years now, it's truly a horrible thing to watch happen. I've written a lot over the years about memory and my father over the years. I was working on this song when my mom called me Saturday morning, trying to get a good take, and of course abandoned it. I had written the 1st 2 verses months ago, most likely about my dad, and I wrote the rest of the verses & the music last Friday. Finally felt up to recording today, and got this in the car LITLR this afternoon. I had the uke going into the pocket pod-into the 008 while also using one of the on board mics, I love the 2 track simultaneous recording the 008 allows!
1- delayed uke
1- uke/ vocal
I am so very sorry for your loss,Hook,
Dementia is a terrible illness,
You have expressed it so well in this song, and I know it must have been so hard for you to record the way you are feeling,
Really well done and thank you for sharing....
Alex
Deepest sympathies brother - a difficult time for you and the family. Sometimes we think that what we do here on Songcrafters seems a little trivial compared to the big events in our lives, however music is a powerful force, and a great healer. It gets us through the bad times, as well as the good times - and music like this bares our souls. Your tune is a powerful snapshot in time of how you feel right now - and is very moving. Stay well my friend.
B
I'm so sorry to hear your news Hook,the lyrics on this are so strong and overwhelming .
It is a terrible thing to go through and my wife and I are currently going through something similar as we are watching someone close struggling everyday with bad health issues and all we have are the memories of how healthy and happy they used to be.
Sometimes I think it's natures way of making it easier for us to let them go as they are not suffering or going through life like that anymore.
I'm a true believer we move on to another stage in life far superior to this one and this makes it easier for me to take things like this in.
I hope you cope alright hook and just remember all those good years you had.
Kenny
So sad. Stay strong, Hook.
I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your father Hook. Alzheimer is terrible to watch it take over a loved ones life. My mother passed away a few years ago of the same thing so I feel for you brother. A very fitting song.
Farrell
Ah, that's a sad thing, I'm very sorry to hear it.
I have been there and I know how it knocks you sideways. You can never be prepared for that kind of loss, no matter how long the bell has been tolling. It's going to take a while to come to terms with. I don't envy you, you have my sympathy and heart-felt best wishes.
I'm about to click play with some apprehension...
It's beautfully simple and achingly melancholic.
Peace on bro.
There is so much felt by your voice/words in your song. I send my condolence for the loss you and your family are experiencing, Hook.
Sorry to hear about your father Hook !! My thoughts are with you brother !
Very moving song with a fabulously strong performance !
stunning !
I'm sorry to hear about your loss Hook. A really heartfelt and touching performance. Music can be a good way to cope with what life brings. Take care.
Sorry to hear of your loss Hook, my thoughts are with you and yours.
i've got a lump in my throat listening brother.
My thoughts are with you and your family as well.
Bruce
So sorry to hear this news, Hook - I went through the same with my own dad a few years ago. And so it took me a while to click the play button. A very poignant and heartfelt song...wishing peace and love to you and your family in this difficult time.
I'm sorry for your loss, Hook. My thoughts are at you. I lost my aunt on Saturday. She was almost 94.
Liked the beautiful and ethereal feel of your song!
My thoughts are with you and yours too, brother.
Moving. You have a special talent for communication. Been waiting for a chance to give this my full attention.
Sorry for your loss.. A compelling track ...