Howdy! Stones of Circumstance

Hillbilly gospel, I suppose. Short and to the point, my preferred style. Simple guitar/vocal video.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mltcvGGz_Pw


Stones of Circumstance

Buc McMaster

I stumble on through the dust of disappointment

the winds of worry tuggin’ at my clothes

The road is long……and I am weary

Perdition’s fires rise to meet me ‘ere I go


When I was young I did not heed the lessons

along the road ‘twixt the darkness and the light

Could it be that I’ve squandered my redemption

A trail of tears marks the path of a wasted life

(or I carry on the best I can to see the right…)


Carry me

To the other shore, Lord

Lift my soul from stones of circumstance

Suffer me

To bear no more, Lord

Take my hand and teach my feet another dance

Touch my eyes that I might see another chance

Take my hand and teach my feet another dance

Comments

  • Nice! I like the more poetic elements like "dust of disappointment" and "winds of worry". You play well and it suits the song.

    Good stuff.

  • ElvisNash
    ElvisNash Calif
    edited April 2023

    Hee Haw , I really like this !!!!

     dust of disappointment

    winds of worry. Great lines

  • Excellent. A well worn path musically, but this is done to perfection. Great lyrics and strong vocal. Love it😀

  • Thank you, sir. Many, many years ago my youngest brother wrote a personal blog that didn't last long but one of his posts contained the phrase "stones of circumstance"...........there's a song in there, said I. It is indeed a well worn musical path but such is the nature of Americana-style composition, simple I-IV-V progressions. I strive for a unique lyric with such pieces.

  • I like your phrase, "Hillbilly Gospel". LOL! Very creative song, nice guitar work, and good vocals. Clever lyrics, too! I enjoyed listening. 😀

  • enjoyed it greatly! Thanks!

  • A wonderful slice of life from across the pond. A nice melody and a classic sound.


    Cheers for sharing


    CCB

  • I love the folksy sound. I wanted to clap and sing along. Excellent lyrics and catchy melodies. This is a feel-good song with a wonderful theme. I love it!!

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