Not Alive Anymore

by @berni1954

Not Alive Anymore
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Liner Notes

This is for the "TITLE CHALLENGE"

The song title I picked to use was "Not Alive Anymore" a ghost story by @lyricslinger

Here's the original: https://fiftyninety.fawm.org/songs/297995

Instrument: Baton Rouge 8 String Baritone Ukulele
#fuc #baritoneukulele

Lyrics

(Em) You can still touch me, my (D) skin is still warm
But (C) something within me has (D) started to transform
The (Em) bleeding has stopped, but I (D) know I'm done for
I'm (C) lying midst this rubble, a (D) victim of the (Em) war

These are my last thoughts as my mind's going blank
I enjoyed my life, for that I give my thanks
I never took sides, as some did in this town
But that couldn't save me from the missiles raining down

For those that have killed me I feel no bitter hate
It is the will of God, or maybe it's just fate
I guess I was in the wrong place or time
We all must face our end, I'm guessing this is mine

Of one thing I am glad, we never had a son
The orphans in this hell find it hard to carry on
If my love has survived the bomb that hit our floor
May she have a good life, I'm not alive anymore

Comments

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Your descriptions are so vivid that I can put myself in this character's place. I see and feel what is happening. Powerful and moving. The guitar and vocal are a perfect fit. The melody reminds me 'He's Alive'. Nice take on the challenge!
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Oh gosh, this hits hard and deep with the graphic images and poignant reflections. Beautiful thoughtful response to war with a pointed powerful perspective.
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Poignant song. Sad story reminding me of a piece from Grade 3 ABRSM, not musically but it is cold a Sad Ghost which is what your story is about. Beautiful singing and playing.
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