FAWM: "The Hopeful Romantic"

The Hopeful Romantic

2 weeks ago by @jamesstaubes

The Hopeful Romantic

jamesstaubes

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Liner Notes

A gift song—one of those that just shows up, lyrics and all. It’s in 5/4, which keeps things interesting. I wanted a break from full production, and I always include at least one acoustic track. I am in the zone, already halfway.
#singersongwriter #acoustic #indiefolk #folk #folkpop

Lyrics

Verse 1
For many you are there
So much you will share
Answered all their prayers
Getting married in the square

Some find you easily
Like they’re turning a key
Eventually
I gave up the dream

Chorus 1
You skipped over
Left me colder
Yes, I am free
But I don’t wanna be

Verse 2
You all give advice
Like you are so wise
You should realize
Luck was on your side

Logic has no place
No reason for my fate
But I have today
And you may come my way

Chorus 2
I am open
I’m not broken
Yes, I am free
And I will still believe

Comments

@bethdesombre 2w

I love songs in 5/4 and am impressed with anyone who can write one (especially so well). It both drives and keeps things off-kilter. I like the shift in the chorus from "I don't wanna be" to "I will still believe."

@neverquitjeff 2w

Always cool when an odd time signature sounds so natural. It really catches your ear! Like calligraphy.

@davidtaro 2w

The panned acoustics sound gorgeous. Love those chords in the chorus, and that they're not full-on major key type things, which would have made the words sounds perhaps too bombastic. Particularly in the context of the first chorus, where there seems to be a bit of nuance in the 'don't wanna be' line. Short and sweet man, great write. The ones that fall out fully formed are always good! 5/4 - you're a braver man than I.

@kosch 2w

This has a nice lean forward feel to it - if that makes any sense.
Sweet sound on the guitar, and sung quite well. One day I will escape 4/4, but that day will not be today...

@billwhite51 2w

a short and sweet proclamation of freedom from the negativity surrounding. not quite a joyous song, but imbued with a personal optimism that won me over. the guitar arrangement is unique and keeps the lyrics nicely syncopated.