Crash And Burn
I wrote the bulk of this song back in 2012 but shelved it as the original chorus was a bit too close to something well known. I just decided to do a partial re-write and record it as an acoustic song. I’m happy with what I’ve done, but I’m now wondering if it might sound better as a full band arrangement. I’d be interested to hear any thoughts.
It’s on Audiomack for now as I don’t want it on Soundcloud till I get some opinions.
Crash And Burn
Words and Music written by Chris Price ©2012
https://audiomack.com/c-m-pricelivecouk/song/crash-and-burn
Passing through, I think I’m fallin’
and as I do, is it you there callin’ me
I left no stone unturned, some guys they can’t wait their turn
but I did and you watched me crash and burn
In the night, two ships were passing
Shinin’ bright, the sound of laughter’s loud
You said what’s yours is mine, that this thread it can save nine
She stitch me up and she watch me crash and burn
I was the man standing in your doorway, walkin’ no man’s land
So here I am, you can have it your way, take me while you can
If I knew then all that I know now
Would I spend another precious hour with you
There can be no mistake, one more hit for heaven’s sake
Kiss me then and then she watch me crash and burn
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You have another winner, Chris. I enjoyed listening. You mentioned you penned most of the the song in 2012. Is the recording itself new? It sounds new, and it's definitely up to your usual high standards with good vocals, great guitar work, creative lyrics, and excellent production. I see no reason why you shouldn't post this one to your Soundcloud channel.
It's interesting that you mentioned the original chorus was a little too close to something well known. I don't sense that here at all, or was that the part you rewrote?
Years ago, I was composing a ballad, and I was very pleased with the way it was turning out. I had the melody for it stuck in my head and it was one of those songs that easily writes itself. While I was working on it, it suddenly hit me that the entire melody in the chorus was from a popular song from years earlier.
Anyway, nice work on this one. Post it to Soundcloud!
Cheers,
Joseph
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Very nice! It's a strong track. The "crash and burn" phrase is going to be very memorable.
For my part, I'd like to hear the full band arrangement. I think that would allow a guitar solo too, which might be another nice addition.
My favorite part was:
I was the man standing in your doorway, walkin’ no man’s land
So here I am, you can have it your way, take me while you can
Good stuff!
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Thanks for kind words Joseph. It was written in 2012 but this is a new recording. In the original chorus I sang 'I was THAT man...'to different chords. A friend of mine pointed out that it was too much like the Debbie Harry song..I Want That Man. I didn't really see much similarity as my song was otherwise totally different, but it bothered me enough to want to change it.😀
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Thanks as always Owen. Yes, I think I'll give it a try as a band arrangement. I can hear it in my head and, indeed, there could be room for a guitar solo. I'm away this weekend but I'll get on the case next week and post the results here.😀
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Well written song. I liked the base line and tone. As always. Well done.
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Thanks for listening Gary. Yeah, I take your point about the fx on the guitar. Next acoustic track I record I may try going for a more natural sound.😀
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Hey Chris , real cool rock and smooth track man
This all lays right tight in place
Good job man !!!
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I've decided to keep this song as it is so it's now up on Soundcloud:
RDM suggested that I might go for a full band version. I haven't given up on that idea and I may well have a stab at it shortly. But I'm happy with this version, so I'm calling it the finished article for now.
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good song with lots of energy. this song needs a nice guitar solo though :) at only 2:18 there's plenty of time to add another
verse/chorus with a solo. I'd like to have a go at it if you're interested
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You'd be welcome to have a go at it. I'm not sure how though as, unlike most of my songs, this wasn't recorded to a click and the tempo varies a bit. Cutting and pasting in a new part for a solo might therefore be tricky. I can send you the project files if you think you make it work, but I think it would probably need to be re-recorded from scratch to include a solo. Please send me a PM if you want the files as they are.
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I like this0
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