Feb 2022 jazz jazz-blues hospital metafawm
Sherry's defiant lyric at https://fawm.org/songs/125414/ See Sherry's notes for the situation!
Here is the same backing as https://fawm.org/songs/edit/132639 but it's Sherry singing and the song is evolving. Haven't yet edited the slight chorus changes to match this version. Still some production glitches but what the hey....
WILL OF THE HEART
Lyrics Copyright © 2022 Sherry Somach
Music Copyright © TJ Fatchen APRA-AMCOS
All Rights Reserved isrc: auney2200178
Piano patch courtesy Garritan Personal Orchestra
Staring at the clock
Wearing my drab hospital frock
Nothing matches here
Least of all my bright red socks
The wheel of life turns slowly
Unfazed by corporeal time
My place on the wheel right now
Is not mine to divine
To divine
[Pre chorus]
The clock is approaching midnight
FAWM's bewitching time
Don't know if I'll make it
But I know I won't stop tryin'
[Chorus]
If I am chased by a tornado
Or an angry red capped mob
Do another dance with the devil
Or snub a capricious god
I will write a song
I will write a song
this FAWM
I will write a song, I will write a song
I will write a song this FAWM
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No pleading, bargaining or lawyer-ing up
Will get me to a different spot
Where I am is where I am
It's the sum of all that I've got
All that I've got
[Pre chorus]
The clock is approaching midnight
FAWMs bewitching time
Don't know if I'll make it
But I know I won't stop tryin
[Chorus]
If I am chased by a tornado
Or an angry red capped mob
Do another dance with the devil
Or snub a capricious god
I will write a song
I will write a song
I WILL write a song this FAWM
@cts Mar 2022
I am so very happy to hear you singing. I am so happy that it's Tim's arrangement that acts as the underpin of this jazzy, heartfelt number I'm listening to. It does feel it's part of a musical (and there ain't nothing wrong with that by a long shot). Excellent work here.
@susyblue Mar 2022
Some jazzy sadness yet with the definacy of the lyrics keeping it super strong. Thanks for the lovely collab, wishing you lots of wellness Sherry!! xx
@elainedimasi Mar 2022
Ok, from the first instant of singing I am watching a musical. Can see you, and waiting to see what's happening next. Your vocal is so ~dance-y~ on "do another dance with the devil" !!
Agree with what was said about your defiant and life affirming spirit. Hope all is going to be well!
@richaaaay Mar 2022
Wonderful singing of this powerful song. Sherry your defiant spirit is shining through…Bravo!
@fearlessflight2014 Mar 2022
I am so sorry to hear you are in hospital. All my very best wishes for your speedy recovery. All three- the lyric, music and performance are spilling over with so much spirit and determination! Bravo! Great collaboration! So glad I’m here to listen. :)
@sheilerk Mar 2022
This has me smiling so big, hearing your voice belting out this jazzy tune, knowing it’s inception. Tim really gave it exactly the right piano treatment, as is his way! You two are an unbeatable duo when it comes to this. I just loved hearing it!!!
@wolfkier Mar 2022
This is delightful and cool, in lyric, vocal and accompanying playful piano. You guys should go on the road. I know which airport hotel I'd choose if I knew you two were playing in the bar ! :)
And indeed we all did, write at least one! Well done.
@karlsburg25 Feb 2022
Thanks heaps @timfatchen for directing me back to this wonderful tune and how amazing to have Sherry singing on it now. There is literally so much expression in the vocal it made me shiver. I so love to hear a song evolve . this is really one of my fav things this FAWM. Simply magical guys
@darcistrutt Feb 2022
I love the jazz sound from both the piano and vocal. Glad to hear you singing, Sherry, after your health issues! Wonderful collaboration.
@corinnecurcio Feb 2022
Tim's fabulous playing and Sherry's strong vocal make this a winning song. Sherry your singing is really really great here. So much depth in your delivery.. A really perfect musical marriage, you two!
@tamsnumber4 Feb 2022
Two amazing performers/creatives....this is just so catchy, ear wormy and wonderful..... This gal lies in a bed, writes an amazing song and then belts it out for all of us who are lamenting something not so important.....An amazing collaboration and one of the best things on FAWM!
@sw1n3flu Feb 2022
Simply Superb.
Hope your recovery keeps going from strength to strength.
@crisp1 Feb 2022
What a great expression of grit. Tim's music is wonderful and Sherry's vocals carry all the meaning like no one else's could. This collaboration is a testament to FAWM and to the human spirit!
@kahlo2013 Feb 2022
Yes! So glad to have your vocals back on this song and singing out so strong! Love it!
@barbara Feb 2022
I love the evolution of this song, and it’s wonderful to hear you sounding so strong @sherrycanary! I just adore your delivery on “socks” with that falling pitch. And I was quite amazed at the power to belt out as well as sustain a breath that you have. Back in the saddle on a very fitting lyric with a perfect collab partner! Kudos!
@sunnymae Feb 2022
You did it you Wonder Woman you! Your voice sounds just fine. You really hit your stride in the first chorus. The force is with you Sistah!
The piano arrangement is a perfect fit for your lyrics. Great job Tim and Sherry!
@nancyrost Feb 2022
So nice to hear Sherry singing on new FAWM songs! You two nail the style. Love the close jazz chords and deep, determined vocals.
@jonmeta Feb 2022
I love the piano, the bluesy notes and descending figures in a music hall style. Sherry’s voice is full of passion and determination, making the Will of the lyrics come alive and be totally believable.
@jayjay Feb 2022
This is fantastic. Great collaboration.
@zecoop Feb 2022
This is just what I needed this morning! I was so happy to see the original lyric and now it is just wonderful to hear the strong and resilient fighting voice of Sherry singing them. Keep fighting! Keep healing! You’ve got this. Great job to both of you on this collaboration. It is truly inspiring.
@gm7 Feb 2022
Wonderful collab. And your success is obvious ..great song.
@panch Feb 2022
A great collaboration with a cool cocktail jazz feel to it. I love the determination coming through in the lyrics, overcoming adversity.
@dragondreams Feb 2022
This is a dream collab!
First of all, so glad you're on the mend, Sherry. Beaming you much strength and healing. And it's fantastic that you got these lyrics from your experience.
And Tim lays down the perfect backing for this song. I love it. :-)