FAWM: "Can't Take It Away"

Can't Take It Away

3 days ago by @musicbykatie

Can't Take It Away

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Liner Notes

Written a couple days ago, voice memo'ed my vocal idea into my phone, and finally properly demo'ed into my computer right now!

There are so many things going on right now in the world, and in people's lives personally, that it feels like there is this scarcity CLOUD looming over people. So this one is just to hopefully give people a sense of security in knowing that there are certain things that can never be taken away from them. Your work ethic, your personality, your learned skills or education, etc. Humans really are so resilient. I am a naturally hopeful person, and so I wanted to share some of that with everyone else.

This song is seriously making me crave a big rebellious group vocal of the repeated line YOU CANT TAKE AWAY MY LOVING HEART, just vocals and claps vibes at the end. Anyone up for sending me a vocal? kdwyermusic@gmail.com It's in E major, 86 bpm.

#girlwithableton #anthem #folk #indierock #americana

Lyrics

I wanna be the kind of content
That no one can take away
Constant access to happiness
Even if money and beauty fade

No matter what
happens to me next

You can't take away my loving heart
My abilities, my songs, my art
You can't take away my loving heart

I wanna be seen for how I shine
Even when the future is questionable
I want to spread good in this world
Until I physically can't anymore

Even when everything
feels like it's disappearing

You can't take away my loving heart
My good ideas, my thoughts, my art
You can't take away my loving heart

I want to show up when you need me
And be there by your side
And if you need help remembering
Let this song serve as your guide

No matter what
happens to you next

They can't take away your loving heart
Your good ideas, your thoughts or art
This melody you sing in your head
The way you adapt no matter what happens
Your drive and fight, your personality
Your caring nature, your bravery
Your knowledge, skill, your expertise
All your beautiful abilities

They can't take it away, no
They can't take away your loving heart

Comments

@sunflowersummit 2d

Awww I absolutely love this!! Very sweet song Katie 🫶🏽

@sheslin 3d

I love that droning guitar sound. Gorgeous vocals, so well mixed. Oh those backing vocals are really lovely - beautiful harmonies. This song is like the antidote to what is going on now - such a lovely melody and message. This song is exactly what I needed! So well written, played and produced! Great song.

@daveescoffery 3d

Such a beautiful song! I definitely needed to hear this message, and I’m guessing that a lot of other people do, as well. And I love the 90s alternative vibe going on here, sounds like it could be a Liz Phair song. Well done!