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HEAR MY FINAL SONG (Conner, Krell, Imsdahl, Mann)
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HEAR MY FINAL SONG
Most were drinkin’, four were playin’ cards
Two were dancin’, one he played guitar
He was singin’ how she broke his heart
Some were smokin’, smoke rings filled the air
One was flirtin’, playin’ with her hair
He was wond’rin’, “Could she ever care?”
One was prayin’, “God, just tell me why!”
One was yellin’, “Let’s just all get high!”
One was whisp’rin’, “I just want to die!”
She was askin’, “What are we about?”
Him requestin’, “Let’s hear ‘Twist and Shout’”
I was dreamin’, “Must be some way out”
You’ve been thinkin’, “Where did I go wrong?”
One’s been thinkin’, “I’ve been here too long”
While I’m writin’, “Hear My Final Song”
Lyrics & music by Greg Connor & Gene Eric Mann
Performed by Greg Connor (rhythm guitar, bass & vocals), Stephen L. Krell (slide guitar), & Mark Imsdahl (harmonica).
“My idea for the song was, what if life was a bar, and all 7.5 billion earthlings were group into just a handful of characters that could fit into a bar – what is everyone doing? What are they thinking?” ~ Gene Eric Mann
Guest
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Miss you dad :'(
Greg Connor
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Sad and sweet memories, Gene Eric Mann's last song. Gene Eric Mann (198.251.43.245) said on Jan 2, 2015 My idea for the song was, what if life was a bar, and all 7.5 billion earthlings were group into just a handful of characters that could fit into a bar – what is everyone doing? What are they thinking?
The Proods
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So utterly shocked and saddened by his passing. True feeling of loss for my brother in music.
launched
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Haven't been on much lately, but so glad I caught this! A collaboration at its best right here - Love it!
thetworegs
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Came to this late.....but better late than never ...what a fab collab love the lyrics and the idea behind them Bravo to all involved ... Great vocal Greg!!
Guest
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Just a great song, I love it more and more every time I listen......
Guest
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This really is a great song, my favorite by far.
Greg Connor
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I just notice the comment made by *Big Time Operator* *"Harmonica makes everything better"* How true! That combined with Steve's Slide . . . it's like nirvana.
Guest
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You definitely achieved your goal. What a cool premise.
Guest
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Harmonica makes everything better, nice job. Vocals are good too......
James Michael Taylor
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To me, as a songwriter, I have come to the "conclusion" that what I might say to explain a song is functionally THE BRIDGE. Your explanation adds so much to the song maybe it's bridge time.
Gene Eric Mann
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My idea for the song was, what if life was a bar, and all 7.5 billion earthlings were group into just a handful of characters that could fit into a bar -- what is everyone doing? What are they thinking?
Guest
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Makes me want to hear more of the story. Thanks for commenting on TRUCK. It's something I wrote for DARK BLOOD, River Phoenix's last movie. It plays while the nuclear explosion takes place.
Ron
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Outstanding collaboration Gene...great tune!! have a happy new year and thanks for listening to my stuff!!
Guest
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Beautiful!
Guest
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Damn that's Good !!!
Guest
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posted a copy of this song Here: https://www.facebook.com/4barrelcarb?ref=hl
Guest
said
Great Guitar rythm and slide work. Vocals are awesome!! thanks for Sharing!
Guest
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Paul Siegmund turned me on to you...
Guest
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Thanks, Gene. It's been a pleasure accompanying and listening to your music! I'll always treasure our exchanges.
Greg Connor
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*AND NOW THAT I'M LOGGED IN* . . . . . It looks like I have accidently added a little humor as well.
Guest
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I got the speakers turned all the way up Gene! We've been through a lot. Remember all the song writing challenges at EZFolk? I never thought I would have so many friends that I will never meet in person. Your last song is something to be proud of. I was taken by the lyrics bouncing between acceptance and denial. Steve mentioned the chord changes. Mark talked about the weight of the message. We were honored that you asked us for a little help.
Gene Eric Mann
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Greg, Steve, Mark: I am so touched, so moved. This final mix down brought a tear to my eye and a chill to my bone. Y'all handle this song with great care and delicacy and made a marvelous bit of music. I'm right proud of all of you and my friendship with you. I'm very lucky to have had this chance to make this beautiful song with such beautiful souls with what days I've been graced with. Thank you all so very much! Rick Koehl/Merry Bear/Justin Otter Guy/Gene Eric Mann
slkrell
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Well I don't think this needs me but that's not gonna stop me. Go Mark Ill meet you on the track . Winner Rick !
terrysongs
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If someone can do some Bodhran drum in the final mix it would add a lot. Rick's songs always had the beat and place for one in them. Great job Greg. Great lyrics Mr. Mann