FAWM: "Let's Build A Bridge"

Let's Build A Bridge

2 weeks ago by @paul_pedersen

Skirmish: Lights, Camera, Action! 🎬 (@tarahenton)

Let's Build A Bridge

paul_pedersen

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Liner Notes

The incomparable Tara Henton ( @tarahenton) set the Lights, Action, Camera #skirmish where we use a movie title to create a song totally unrelated to the movie. I chose a Danish series called Broen (The Bridge) where a body is discovered on the bridge between Denmark and Sweden. The body is half on the Danish side, half on the Swedish side, turning it into an international thing. Who has jurisdiction? Who will solve the case. If you haven't seen The Bridge, it's worth checking it out.

But, no murder story for me. Just two folks who have been rubbing each other the wrong way and needing to build a bridge.

#lightscameraaction #wewritesongs

Lyrics

Have you wondered why there's friction Why we chafe when we should soothe Instead of staring angrily We should find a way to move

Let's build a bridge Let's build a bridge that lasts between us Let bygones be gone, forgive and move on Today - let's build a bridge

There are times when we've been better But these days, it's been worse Instead of sparring verbally We should get out from this curse

Let's build a bridge Let's build a bridge that lasts between us Let bygones be gone, forgive and move on Today - let's build a bridge

I'm sure that we can find a way If only we try Instead of sparring constantly We should mend or say goodbye

Let's build a bridge Let's build a bridge that lasts between us Let bygones be gone, forgive and move on Today - let's build a bridge

Comments

@dougdude52 1w

I love the message here. The hook is great, as is everything else about this song. Thanks for sharing.

@paul_pedersen 1w

Thanks, Doug. Since that was a skirmish, the writing and recording of what you hear took 58 minutes.

@fabkebab 1w

I have said before in our online meetings - you have a good head for a melody and everything here is well paced and catchy. As I follow todays news I wonder if "building a bridge" is enough if you-know-who threatens to prevent it from opening. Another funny thing which may amuse you - I heard "we should get our rum and skirts!" when you were singing "We should get out from this curse" - I thought you were exhorting the listener to get out onto the beach and celebrate carribean/hawaiian style. It really jolted me and made me go back and relisten! Good song - good lyrics and a pleasant feel throughout - well done to both of you

@paul_pedersen 1w

Oh! You have nice things to say and I'm honoured by your comments. With the misheard lyric I have to say that my wife might let me have the rum but would not be thrilled if I was chasing skirts.

@dave_fowler 2w

Nice Job Paul! I was sitting here playing bass along with it and it took on a nice island vibe. Well spoken sentiment and very positive!

@paul_pedersen 2w

Thanks Dave. I was quite surprised that I was able to write and record that much in an hour. 58 minutes, actually. Usually lyrics take much longer. Glad you had fun playing along.

@youraveragejoe 2w

You deliver the sentiment wonderfully, and I like that doubled guitar and your contrasting vocal here a lot. Nice job with the prompt! Based on your lyrics I would have never gussed the connection to a murder mystery series. haha

@paul_pedersen 2w

Thanks for listening. I hope Spain is treating you well. It's nearly noon here and -11C, so Spain would be an improvement for me.

I always double the guitar accompaniment. With the vocal and bass always in the centre, the doubled guitar gives it some stereo width.

If you have access to The Bridge, I recommend watching it. But wait till March. You'll be busy with FAWM this month.

@tarahenton 2w

I’m so pleased you took part in our skirmish today, Paul! Nice job! 🙌🏻

@paul_pedersen 2w

That was my first skirmish in four years. See where your leadership takes me? I had fun doing it, too.

@strumandstress 2w

A really positive song and I absolutely love the chorus.

@paul_pedersen 2w

Thanks so much!

@kahlo2013 2w

Really love this lyric and the message you convey! I’m co-leading a course on bridging - so important, especially in this time! You develop and deliver the concept well!

@paul_pedersen 2w

Thanks for listening and commenting, Liz. It's great to have a friend in my corner.

@celineellis 2w

Ive missed your voice Paul! a great skirmish write - with a really catchy chorus.

@paul_pedersen 2w

Missed you too, Celine! That's my first skirmish in four years of FAWM. Had to do it since the prompt was home grown.

@tjeff 2w

I like your chorus a lot. A singable and memorable hook. The overall hopeful message hits for me.

@paul_pedersen 2w

Thanks very much, Jeff. I got lucky on the skirmish (my first one in four FAWM years). I managed to pump out the words in reasonable time. Once the words are in hand, the music comes easily.

@tiasanna 2w

Pleasant and peaceful! Voice of experience!

@trishamason25 2w

I love the positive message of connection going on here. Nicely done!

@paul_pedersen 2w

Thanks very much Trisha. That was my first skirmish in four years. It was hosted by my friend, Tara Henton, the founder of the We Write Songs community that I belong to, so I felt I should be supportive and give it a whirl.