What Went Wrong?
David c Deal 2013
Verse 1:
I remember you when just a child
Singing through the day.
Playing in your summer dress
Always something to...
Verse 1:
I remember you when just a child
Singing through the day.
Playing in your summer dress
Always something to say.
On Halloween you wore angel wings
They never seemed so right.
Laughing at a candy treat
The dark night seemed so bright.
Chorus:
What went wrong?
Who stole your song?
What went wrong?
Who stole your song?
Verse 2:
With friends �pretend� was an endless game
�I�ll be the mom, you be the cat�
You never seemed to tire
Just move on to this or that.
Once I saw your playmate crying
Sobs of crocodile tears.
Next I knew your arms surrounded her
Taking away her fear.
Chorus:
What went wrong?
Who stole your song?
What went wrong?
Who stole your song?
Chorus 2:
Nothing lasts forever
Not Spring or trees or the tallest mountain peaks
Still it seems like such a loss to the whole darn world
When a child�s sparkling eyes
Blur to grey
Chorus:
What went wrong?
Who stole your song?
What went wrong?
Who stole your song?
What went wrong?
Song Information
This song emerged out of "music therapy" sessions I did with a very brave young girl.
David c Deal: Acoustic guitar, vocals, lyrics, production
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This song emerged out of "music therapy" sessions I did with a very brave young girl.
David c Deal: Acoustic guitar, vocals, lyrics, production
02/23/14 06:01:31PM @ron-kauffman:
Ah David, you always amaze me. Beautiful all around!
02/17/14 05:39:05PM @bustert:
a lot of emotions- very sad and nice...
WONDERFUL
11/19/13 10:30:14PM @cooter:
Wow. This is outstanding, Dave. Lots of heart in this. Great lyric, and very fine acoustic work, good sir. An emotionally touching song, beautifully done.
cooter
10/29/13 11:55:17AM @farrell-jackson:
The sang line "who stole your song" will haunt me through out my day as thought provoking lyric/melody often do. A very sad but meaningful song. Excellent acoustic picking and vocal DCD!
10/29/13 09:09:19AM @david-c-deal:
I couldn't find a way to thank some of you directly for your kind comments so, "Thank you all very much".
10/29/13 07:39:41AM @the-truevulgarians:
Very well done David. In truth, I think most people, unfortunately, lose the "songs" of childhood when confronted with the realities of life from which we're insulated as kids. Extremely thoughtful lyrics. Loved the guitar playing as well. Wasn't aware of your "acoustic" roots...
10/29/13 12:24:04AM @john-r-kennedy:
Very lovely dedication song David. I'm guessing a daughter or grand daughter. One this for sure it sounds like it is coming from the heart. Nice guitar playing and a nice sound on the vocals.
Peace and Blessings, John
10/29/13 12:05:18AM @lyrical-princess:
Very sad song David. Sung straight from the heart & touching others.. Brought tears to my eyes. You did a wonderful job. 5*****
10/28/13 10:09:16PM @gene-smith:
"When a child's sparkling eyes blur to grey" I am VERY rarely left speechless my friend but this song did it. Just WOW!
10/28/13 08:44:48PM @dave-coonrod-aka-fender-bender:
Have to say again, well done, Doc! Have listened to this tune numerous times today and will continue to do so.
10/28/13 08:35:45PM @doctor-c:
This is a wonderful song! So heartfelt and warm and a little sad. You sing it amazingly good. 5 stars from me!
10/28/13 08:28:05PM @david-c-deal:
This song is dedicated to that brave little girl who inspired the lyrics.
I live in Ohio where I am a practicing Psychologist http://davidcdealphd.com/ . My favorite instruments are an array of keyboards, however I also enjoy...
I live in Ohio where I am a practicing Psychologist http://davidcdealphd.com/ . My favorite instruments are an array of keyboards, however I also enjoy playing acoustic guitar. I currently perform in a Trans-Siberian Orchestra tribute band named Siberian Solstice. www.siberiansolstice.com ,
I have released two CD’s, “Harmonic Space” and “Transformations.” “Harmonic Space” is a clinically based CD that aids people in coping with anxiety and sleep disorders. “Transformations” is a concept album that is both a spiritual autobiography and, hopefully, a spiritual vessel. The songs from Transformations have deep, emotional, and spiritual intent. I continue to write, record, produce, and collab and have also posted many of these songs.
My musical styles are said to range from those of progressive rock bands such as YES and Pink Floyd to Broadway musicals such as those of Andrew Lloyd Weber. I often add a little bit of Jazz and Classical flavoring. I have recently been mixing my acoustic guitar roots with more progressive elements.
A Word from David:
I have been blessed with many artistic and musical friends who have offered their talents to my recordings. Some of the musicians who played on the posted songs include Les Brooke, Tom Hannah, Tim Vargo, Andrew Vargo, Cynthia Lugo, Andrea Bok, David Coonrod, Ned Clark, Kevin Peters, Kristin Sorensen, William O’Connell, Ked Deiter, Mack Sanders, Rob Hanlon, Richard Gonzales, Bob Ross, Pat Ross, Michael Duryee, Nigel Potter, Joseph Rodriguez, P.E.Bailey, Carol Sue Kirkpatrick, Bill Smith, Buddrumming, Rasmuth, Jolee, Terry Wigmore and John Else, I want to extend special thanks to Arthur Kills Straight Putnam who wrote and recorded all of the native flute parts which follow each song in “Transformations”.
Finally, I want to say a special thanks to David Coonrod. He plays incredible bass on many of the posted songs and has been an awesome collaborator and friend. At this point I would hardly be willing to release any musical arrangement without passing it by his ears for suggestions etc. A talented, selfless friend and a musical compadre.
Transformation Cover Message:
"Sometimes, in the midst of a perfectly ordinary day, one is unexpectedly flooded by the magnificence of “what is.” Perhaps that moment of awareness and clarity arrives while watching a storm or absorbing a piece of art or kneeling with intention in a church. If blessed, echoes of the past and visions of the future fade from existence as the unknowing silence of the infinite present emerges. With patience and grace, one comes to know the incredible richness of “what is” as a revelation of God’s face, and the mind is forever transformed into a mirror of creation." . . . .
Ah David, you always amaze me. Beautiful all around!
a lot of emotions- very sad and nice...
WONDERFUL
Wow. This is outstanding, Dave. Lots of heart in this. Great lyric, and very fine acoustic work, good sir. An emotionally touching song, beautifully done.
cooter
The sang line "who stole your song" will haunt me through out my day as thought provoking lyric/melody often do. A very sad but meaningful song. Excellent acoustic picking and vocal DCD!
I couldn't find a way to thank some of you directly for your kind comments so, "Thank you all very much".
Very well done David. In truth, I think most people, unfortunately, lose the "songs" of childhood when confronted with the realities of life from which we're insulated as kids. Extremely thoughtful lyrics. Loved the guitar playing as well. Wasn't aware of your "acoustic" roots...
Very lovely dedication song David. I'm guessing a daughter or grand daughter. One this for sure it sounds like it is coming from the heart. Nice guitar playing and a nice sound on the vocals.
Peace and Blessings, John
Very sad song David. Sung straight from the heart & touching others.. Brought tears to my eyes. You did a wonderful job. 5*****
"When a child's sparkling eyes blur to grey" I am VERY rarely left speechless my friend but this song did it. Just WOW!
~Superbly.....performed ~ *Keybro*
Have to say again, well done, Doc! Have listened to this tune numerous times today and will continue to do so.
This is a wonderful song! So heartfelt and warm and a little sad. You sing it amazingly good. 5 stars from me!
This song is dedicated to that brave little girl who inspired the lyrics.