'Peace reigns where truth resides, war beats the drums in a land of lies,' sums it up nicely. I think it's going to take a lot to tackle the hate and division, but we must not give up. If politicians would focus on what we have in common, they'd find a lot more strength and support in each other. Working together for a better future for all shouldn't be subject to debate, only which approach to take, which timescale, and how to budget for it need to be agreed on.
@@ukeanflute As you might have guessed, I came up with the Bridge, before I wrote the verses. 😉 Sadly, division is profitable. The income for the likes of Facebook and Twitter goes up in leaps and bounds when there is controversy and divided opinions. When there is agreement, they don't get as much... Hence the decision they have both made not to fact check the comments on those platforms. Sigh...
@@PHJimY Cheers, Jim. Yes there is a definite "12 string guitar" feel to the 8 String Uke. Mine also has a pick up and can sound other worldly through an extreme reverb pedal.
@@singtomeofautumnleaves Thanks Jon. I got that chord progression from a piano course I am following. It takes a very different approach to the instrument. It teaches Rhythm Piano first, which is how you learn a Uke. Get some chords going and a strum (rhythmic key press in this case) and start playing. All the other things like melody playing and reading sheet music are kept for later lessons. I have had a keyboard for years, but I have learned more in a month than all those years of trial and error.
yes - it's a good one Berni - being of a particular political persuasion i sort of get - adoration of a 'great leader' is something i never thought i'd see - especially one so flawed - it is a collective madness imho
'Peace reigns where truth resides, war beats the drums in a land of lies,' sums it up nicely.
I think it's going to take a lot to tackle the hate and division, but we must not give up. If politicians would focus on what we have in common, they'd find a lot more strength and support in each other.
Working together for a better future for all shouldn't be subject to debate, only which approach to take, which timescale, and how to budget for it need to be agreed on.
@@ukeanflute As you might have guessed, I came up with the Bridge, before I wrote the verses. 😉 Sadly, division is profitable. The income for the likes of Facebook and Twitter goes up in leaps and bounds when there is controversy and divided opinions. When there is agreement, they don't get as much... Hence the decision they have both made not to fact check the comments on those platforms. Sigh...
Very catchy tune with with heavy lyrics! Love the refrain "Oh if only there were another way" Among your best work Bernie ~
Thanks a lot. The refrain was actually an afterthought.... and a very good one at that! Phew!
Nice one Bernie! I love the jingle jangle of the 8-string.
@@PHJimY Cheers, Jim. Yes there is a definite "12 string guitar" feel to the 8 String Uke. Mine also has a pick up and can sound other worldly through an extreme reverb pedal.
Well done Berni!
@@jamesdonalfaulkner Cheers, Jim
love this one brother. super hard-hitting writing and that chord progression is addictive
@@singtomeofautumnleaves Thanks Jon. I got that chord progression from a piano course I am following. It takes a very different approach to the instrument. It teaches Rhythm Piano first, which is how you learn a Uke. Get some chords going and a strum (rhythmic key press in this case) and start playing. All the other things like melody playing and reading sheet music are kept for later lessons. I have had a keyboard for years, but I have learned more in a month than all those years of trial and error.
yes - it's a good one Berni - being of a particular political persuasion i sort of get - adoration of a 'great leader' is something i never thought i'd see - especially one so flawed - it is a collective madness imho
Totally agree. We must feel like sensible Romans hearing the populus cheering the choice of Caligula for Emperor, right now 😵💫
I feel like I just heard an authentic 3rd Century AD protest song!
@@JokoLondo Thanks. That’s a great compliment !