Last September I posted an article with some lyrics/poetry that I had written a while ago called “Some People” using lyrics from a poem called “Some People Are”. I left out some of the verses for the post but for a refresher to the article use the following link: https://midimike.com/2015/09/21/some-people/
I did not have music for it at the time and it sat for a while but I really liked some of the verses. Then I thought about asking readers to submit their own verses because you are so creative and I would come up with some music for it and post it as a shared song written by fellow bloggers. As things in life happen as they can – not as I plan or want them to – I put it on the list and worked on a few other things like finding a job and other projects. But things on my list usually get done. One way or another ……….. in one form or another.
The structure of the lyrics changed a little, so the submissions will need to fit the meter of the new lyrics below. I can’t guarantee that I will add every submission, but I will take select submissions and post the song. I think it would be fun and entries will be credited as co-authors. The new song is titled: “Some People”.
“Some People Are” Lyrics by MSK © 2-22-2016
Some people are humans
Trying to get their kicks
Some people are animals
Able to learn new tricks.
Are you somebody?
Show me. Show me.
Some people are clever
They know just what to do
Some people are sneaky
And always out of view.
Are you different?
Different than me?
Most people are decent
And give you the time of day
Most people are ignorant
Of debts they should have paid.
Do you know these people?
Do they know you?
Most people are honest
Till they tell their first lie
Most people are lonely
And will never say good bye.
Does it matter?
Does it matter to me?
More people are angry
Seeing things in black and white
More people are dreaming
Something wrong that should be right.
Where are the people?
Have you seen the people?
Poor people are proven guilty
More often than not
Poor people are givers
And they’ll share what they’ve got.
More poor people
Would help a lot.
You tried to tell me something
I could never understand.
Wouldn’t know how to follow
If you guided me by the hand.
Tell me.
Tell me something.
So many wrong directions
In my ever-changing past.
Can’t guarantee to be there first, but
I have never been the last.
Another wrong direction
Forgotten so fast.
Your people are crazy
Going out all the time
Your people are busy
But they’ll stop to pick up a dime.
It’s not worth it.
Not worth it to me.
Your people are active
Found the right ass to kick
Your people are saying
That’s the nature of politics.
That’s the nature
The nature of politics
Not sure if I understand…are you looking for additional lyrics? Because the song seems complete to me. I like it.
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You got it! The song is complete, and thank you for the comment and question. yes! I thought it would be fun if bloggers would submit lyrics and I would create a song based on their lyrics as well! This could be an on-going project with new lyrical versions of the song put to the same music. Everyone knows different “Some People”!
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Yeah, I’m more of the ‘sheesh…some people type myself! Ha, ha! Care for some sarcasm with those lyrics?
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The more, the merrier!
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Aha, so you’re after writing a new song on the same theme? Cool. I’d be willing to send something after I’ve figured out what.
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Exactly! I can’t wait. Just think of the people you know and let it roll LOL. I hope this goes over well. It could be great fun for all. Thank you – in advance!
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Very cool indeed!
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Thank you! I read so many creative articles from this community almost every day. Some poetry, some are songs, some observations, etc. I would love to hear your thoughts if you feel up to writing a ‘verse’. It just needs to fit the rhyme scheme and meter as closely as possible, but this could be a cool communal project.
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I like it, and will give it a try. I will probably send something tomorrow. Peace.
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That would be great. I think so many viewpoints can only enhance the theme. I look forward to seeing yours!
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Some beings are kind,
Generous to others.
While many are glued,
Haunt victims to the ache.
Countless overcome,
And show way of escape.
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You know the same people I do LOL!
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you inspired me. Thanks for putting your lyrics up. gets the creative juices going.
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I am so glad to hear that! I can’t wait to see what this community comes up with. I think it will be fun and thank you so much for your verse.
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you are very welcome 🙂
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There are a number of poets and I include “pixieannie” and her compadres who do it already – constructing poems, ad libbing and collaborating. Send us another reminder when you have refined what you want MM, in the next coupla days….?
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I am going to put music to the lyrics I posted today and record it as song version 1, and then take verse submissions from bloggers using the same rhyme and meter scheme as the lyrics. Then I will sing and record select verses on top of the same background music as song version 2 and post it. If I get a lot of great verses, it might require version 3. If this goes over well and gets good response, I will suggest another topic for a new song that may also have multiple versions.
Not so much ad lib but co-authored songs by fellow bloggers.
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I love these lyrics It will be fun to participate in your next song. Cant wait to see the topic.
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I was hoping bloggers would use this set of lyrics as a template to submit their verses now. If this is well received, there will be more ‘templates’ and topics to use as a starting point. I hope my post was not too confusing. Thank you for the great compliment and I hope you send in a verse for this project.
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I will for sure!!
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Perfect!
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Some people are happy
A smile or two to spread
Some people, they feel blue
With cold steel pressed against their heads
Trembling like me?
Or dancing like you?
I had to give it a try:)
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Great! I am glad you gave it a try. I can hear you singing it already LOL
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Thank you! But let’s skip the singing part 😀
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LOL. I am not the best vocalist but it has never stopped me! You write and I will sing it.
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Deal 🙂
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WOW, Mike–your words are truth on truth. I especially love the part about “poor” people–truly, we are the givers, and we need more of “us” 🙂
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It seems counter-intuitive but in reality we see it all the time. This country needs more poor people like us! Thank you!
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I guess it could be argued that we don’t need more of the poor who cause problems–but there’s a growing population of “poor” who didn’t use to be, and “we” have not shucked off our values 🙂
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Safe argument and true. We used to be able to work hard, save, and get ahead. Not everyone did, but if you tried you could take care of your family and still retire without working until you are dead or eating dog food. So many people saved and lost most of it in the housing and stock collapse they could not predict or prevent.
School debt through the roof and no one was hiring.
I can understand the frustration boiling in the political arena I just think it is misdirected.
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Yes, misdirected–you’re right on, Mike.
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Thanks, and glad you are one of “us”!
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Although sometimes it can be uncomfortable, challenging–I wouldn’t trade my “poor” status with anybody in the wealthy stratosphere. Most of their problems aren’t really about money… (oh, I’m sounding judgemental…)
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I agree. When I was younger I kept thinking I was ‘unlucky’ or left out. Now I realize I was actually very fortunate. Wealth before wisdom can be a terrible challenge.
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I’m moving again-will advise you when I get situated in a new blog… Best wishes to you.
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Please do keep in touch. Don’t stop sharing – I depend on it for sanity!
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Some say it’s not their place
Others misuse the day
The faithful will say grace
Some have too much to say
A wonderful spot
To watch it revolve
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Thank you. This is so cool!
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You have a great idea. Glad you liked it!
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Double awesome!
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I think you have covered everything we are proud to do and also guilty of committing!
Love it.
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Wow. Thank you so much for the comment! I have a tendency to be a bit on the sarcastic side of things. I am glad you liked it.
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Wow. That’s real good write up. Will put up some.
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Well, thank you. I would appreciate it and look forward to it!
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Ok so here it goes – Some people are just people not me but you – longing for a reason to not to be blue – hey my brother hang in, you can sing again – it’s all about the tune you see – but this life just ain’t free. Some people are just people, not me but you. So sing that tune to chase the blues.
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Some people are real
Some people pretend
Some people don’t feel
Which one are you?
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Anyone in mind with this one LOL? Ha! Thanks.
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I really didn’t think about it, so I went back and reread it….yes you know, my ex 😉
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Ha! I thought so. I have a tendency to read between the lines!
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Good skill; me too…maybe too much sometimes.
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Nah!
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This is a fun idea!!
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I am glad you like it. The response so far has been great.
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Some people say they spread the love, believe like them and rise above. But if you stray and use your mind you fall so fast and ties unbind.
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Very good! Thank you so much. I will have music ready soon.
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love this
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Thank you! I appreciate the comment. I am working on the collaboration now and hope to have the next version posted soon.
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Can’t wait to hear it. All the best brother!
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Much appreciated! Thank you!
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Truly sorry I missed this but the lyrics/poem of mine that you liked, I am giving you my permission to put music to it, sing it, and don’t forget my copy!
Best wishes.
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There is still time to add a verse or two, but I will be glad to see what I can come up with to match your poem. Guaranteed!
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Looking forward to your artistic expertise!
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This should be fun. I move slowly these days as there are many projects as you know but I look forward to each of them.
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Well if any one can make good these lyrics I believe you can!
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[…] The following is version two of the song I posted titled: “Some People”. See the following link to review the post: https://midimike.com/2016/04/12/co-write-a-song-with-me/. […]
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Some people have ideas crazy
Some people have vision hazy
Some people are too busy
Some people have everything easy
Some people become dizzy
When they see something glitzy.
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Excellent. I like the last two lines a lot. Sounds like something I would write!
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