Playing an instrument is hard.
Doing a good job of playing an instrument is even harder.
Singing while playing an instrument is really hard.
Doing a good job of singing and playing an instrument is even harder.
Writing music is exceptionally hard.
Doing a good job of writing music is even harder.
When you play music, and it’s really good, it’s magical.
It’s like a drug. You want it all the time.
But, it isn’t always good.
Sometimes, the notes or words don’t come like they used to.
Your fingers get stiff and your voice goes.
You want the magic. The people want the magic.
And it’s just not there.
So you look for alternatives, and then you’re done.
played drums starting at 10. Passed out from vodka at 15 while at a party playing a gig with a band.
I would just get into another world and play and drink and play and drink.
It was not all the time, but it happened.
Best songs I wrote were during episodes of intense love or a girl or intense tragedy.
I just have to say I always enjoy reading your thoughtful posts, with the one sentence paragraphs. It’s great to still have some quality writers and thinkers on FR. From politics to artistic commentary, I admire your brevity and intelligence.
I’ve long been a frustrated songwriter—I love my stuff but I don’t think many others do. But you’re right, when you come up with something magical, it’s a great feeling—even if you are the only one who might think so.
Wow, well said.