Last year I lost my little sister, so this song is in the spirit of that loss. This hits both the Four Chord Challenge and the Boat Name Challenge (Boat name was Dancing In The Storm). Gave me a chance to write something with a little beat as well. Trying to keep stretching myself.
Another year has gone by the way
Looks like another dumpster fire
If I claimed it was not that bad
You would know that I was a liar
Last year is one I won't review
It's one I can't forget
A year of shock and anguish
A year of anger and regret
Oh, my spirit is strong
Dancing in the storm
My voice rings out, a defiant cry
I'm dancing in the storm
Lost money doesn't matter
Lost time can't be reclaimed
Loved ones slipped from our fingers
Even as we cried out their names
The perils of life surround us
With luck, our lives are full
Of love, and friends, and family
Till we feel the darkness' pull
Oh, my spirit is strong
Dancing in the storm
My voice rings out, a defiant cry
I'm dancing in the storm
I'm dancing in the storm
I'm dancing in the storm
@nancycunning Mar 2022
Oh, Liz - I'm so sorry about your little sister. What a hard time. Thank you for sharing your beautiful song.
@audrey Mar 2022
I love this melody and also how you end the song on an unresolved note. Fits the lyrics well. The drums also work well to fill out the sound and makes the song even catchier. Sorry I missed this boat-name-challenge song earlier, but I'm glad I got to it while you're still here on FAWM 2022. :) Great song, and a great take on the challenge.
@karlsburg25 Mar 2022
Ahh i have written quite a few songs with that phrase in "dancing in the storm" and its so true but so hard to do in the moment. I'm so sorry for your loss and you can be so proud you are able to put those emotions into such a beautiful song. It really does make me feel the message so strongly. Thank you again
@johnstaples Mar 2022
I just love, Love, LOVE this hook/title! "Dancing in the Storm" is so awesome! Your lyrics are so poignant and touching. Sad but quite hopeful! And the way you sing this, with passion and feeling, makes this a special treat. So sorry about your sister. I hope this year brings you happiness and joy.
@musicsongwriter Mar 2022
Very beautiful song, a wonderful tribute to your sister. So sorry for your loss. It hurts to lose very dear ones. Songs help us cope. Thank you for creating your beautiful song.
@kenmattsson Feb 2022
Really strong writing here Liz. You can feel the emotion in it. Really well put together tracks too!
@mikeb Feb 2022
Condolences on the loss of your sister. Good use of songwriting hitting 2 challenges at once.
@oaksnprairie Feb 2022
I’m sorry about your sister, your year has been truly difficult. I like the optimism you’ve found in this song, and the reminders of what’s truly important.
@tamsnumber4 Feb 2022
I recognized the Boat Name, I hope you will edit this and tag it #boatnames so it will get onto the list of songs and everyone can find it who are in the challenge. Great chorus, I know this is personal, I hope the creation and challenges have helped you with your heart. Thanks for doing the Boat Names Challenge!