Wanted: co-writer of a song

Alright guys, the question is simple:

Who wants to co-write a song with me?

The story:
I’m still having a hard time to get originals to my me solo act.
It was mentioned in a team meeting and Justin suggested I should try a co-write.
I think it was a great idea and my immediate response was to begin here, on the Community.

I know co-writing would be a lot easier “in person” but I’m up to trying it digitally. Google Drive, mails, messages, video calls, whatever it takes and what is considered comfortable.

**My aim is to play and sing it and you are, of course, free to do so too :smiley: **
I’m not looking for a duet though

Always wanted somebody singing and playing a song you envisioned?
Do you have a song on the shelve you don’t fancy singing yourself?
Got something in your drawer that needs a bit of decoration and creative ping-pong?
Not sure about lyrics that are lying around?

We can work on it together.
If it ever becomes a hit, we’ll split the songwriting cash.
The least I can promise is, if it turns out to a be song I like, it can go into my live repertoire :smiley:

Disclaimer; I’m a critical thinker and you must be able ot handle honest feedback and opinions :smiley:
BUT I’m always respectful and I’m always able why I do or do not like something!

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I’m always up for giving it a shot. I’ve only wrote 3 originals though but I’ve just recently started writing. Two of which I’ve posted here. The latest one I’ve still to record which I think has the most potential as a song,

I wouldn’t have it any other way as it helps drive the best out of you and promotes improvement

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Hi Lieven,

this is a great offer you make here! :slight_smile:

I used to write some songs back in the days 15 years ago or so, when I was really into music and had lots of time on my hands. After re-entering the game last year I was also thinking to catch up on songwriting again, maybe also revisiting the old stuff. Probably, a co-op project would boost that part again, so I happily throw in my hat. :smiley:

But as I’m still relatively new to the community and writing might be a little rusty :sweat_smile: I’m also fine stepping aside for some of the veterans among us. :slight_smile:

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Hey Lieven. I have quite a few lyrics and snippets of lyrics I’ve been writing saved. I struggle with the creation of a melody, I can do it but it’s a muscle I rarely exercise so it stays weak.

Reach out if interested. Good luck.

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Playa of your ability and forum status is going to get loads of offers, Lieven :smiley:
Props for asking and I think it’s a good idea to cast the net wide and see what you catch.
I have nothing lying around but am happy to see if the muse strikes if you want to discuss/provide some musical ideas.
We never know till we try :wink:

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Are you going to post the lyrics here for all to have a go at this lovely idea.
Even from any novices point of view, the inspiration would be wonderful.

R.

:notes: :notes:

My baby left me, took our three-legged cat
My truck broke down and I lost my hat
Oh yeah, I got the blues

:notes: :notes:

How’s that for a start!
:wink:

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Hi Lieven, I would be up for this, have lots of lyrics that require working on.

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The cat lost a leg and I’m down on my luck
Don’t care for my hat but I need my truck
Oh baby, I got the blues

:notes: :notes:

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Could be an idea for anotherk ind of co-op
I don’t want to make some kind of competition or group session out of this initial idea though

looks like you should pair up with @Richard_close2u :smiley:

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@LievenDV
Nah.
You’re the front man Lieven.
We’re the backing band giving you something to spark off!

Such a cool idea. Looking forward to hearing what shakes out.

That sounds so exciting :star_struck:.
Although I’m not interested in writing a song yet, I’m very curious how this whole project will turn out.
I wish you and your future co-writer lots of fun with it :smiley:!

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This is a very exciting idea / project. I haven’t been too active lately due to commitments etc but this sounds like something really cool. I have written and posted a couple of originals here that have been pretty personal, so I am not sure if that’s the style you are going for. Generally when I write something it just seems to pop into my head and not something that I give too much thought to.

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Yes, I couldn’t agree more, Collaberation probably.

My initial though from your post was, from a novice point of view. “song writing is a skill” that must me learned. Seeing what people come up with can be inspirational.

I think this is a great idea of yours, even if people dont take part it will be very educational and a joy to hear something created from a collaberation. !

R.

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Love this idea! Can’t wait to see how it comes together. I will just be happy observing from the sidelines but will be riveted to my seat (as per MJ eating his popcorn above)! :slightly_smiling_face: :popcorn: :joy:

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You’re going to get quite a few people that are up for co-writing a song with a JGC mini-celebrity @LievenDV :wink:

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:notes: :notes:

She drove away, left me feeling low
Truck broke down, lost my hat, nowhere to go
The cat got a prosthesis, a grin started to grow.

:notes: :notes:

Happy end :smile:

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:notes: :notes:

Baby, she’s fine, cat got a new leg
Truck’s running sweet and my hats on the peg
Man, I ain’t singing no blues!

:notes: :notes:

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