Let me tell you a story.
I ~spiced up~ the instrumental in maybe 1.5 hours. That was Pretty Good, in my opinion (like, speed-wise. The song is still trash.) And then it took me three hours to successfully record it and layer the singing on top of it and I AM GOING TO COMMIT SEPPUKU.
That was BY FAR the most frustrating thing I've ever done in my life. Oh, and I made a YouTube channel (in other words, I uploaded a video to my preexisting YouTube account) because Blogger is not sufficient. I just made it off of this account, and I don't even care anymore because this Google account can burn next year so I can start anew. Or I'll just take down those videos once the Genius Project is over because honestly why.
Let's see. Okay, this is why I play three instruments instead of joining Chorus. The piano was too loud. Also, dynamics were lowkey just Not There, mostly because I was ready to break something at that point just to successfully record it. There's a weird part where the word "heart" lasts for three years because I had to Traverse Down The Keyboard and it gives me nightmares. Also, I'm a soprano. Well, I like to think I am, but my voice has changed a lot since 6th grade, so honestly who am I. But the point is that I should not be trying to sing a middle aged man's song. If Hans were to actually sing this, let's assume it would maybe be an octave lower because honestly he'd be a baritone.
The instrumental continues to be pretty repetitive. I definitely need to work on instrumental more for future. Speaking of instrumental, the best part of this entire thing (in my opinion) is probably the countermelodies in the second half. And ;) you'll ;) probably ;) hear ;) that ;) countermelody ;) again ;) in ;) Max's ;) song ;) because ;) it ;) may ;) or ;) may ;) not ;) be ;) his ;) theme (or something similar). I mean, notice that it shows up around the words "He never told me he had a son." Oh yes, I'm a Genius. It was 18% a coincidence and then I realized it was brilliant.
Also, in case you couldn't tell, I did Not get Jasmine's microphone because the apocalypse happened outside today and I didn't have any other time to use it. And it really wasn't worth her PROFESSIONAL microphone....
It doesn't sound like John Williams, it doesn't sound like 40s music, German music is pretty Diverse I guess, but I honestly don't even care at this point because oh my god I finished writing a song in its entirety this has never happened before.
What a start.
Also, I'm trying to get my interview with Mr. Hood in tomorrow or anytime this week. That should be the next post. So much for doing the interview before writing my songs.
Also, I'm trying to get my interview with Mr. Hood in tomorrow or anytime this week. That should be the next post. So much for doing the interview before writing my songs.
See you on the other side of the war~
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Commented on Ellie (A), Bobby, and Joel's blogs
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Commented on Ellie (A), Bobby, and Joel's blogs
This reminds me the time when you and Jasmine were singing and playing the piano in middle school in front of the whole pod... I'm sure that was a fun experience. Seems like you have made significant improvement and progress! The song sounds pretty nice and I honestly like the lyrics. Good luck on your interview with Mr.Hood, that's gonna be fun.
ReplyDeletethat was the worst experience ever,,,,,, i think it's pretty obvious that there's a huge gap between nina's fantastic musical skills and mine
DeleteDo us a favor and do Not mention that time....we were literally 12 (holy crap). Thanks so much for the encouragement! I'm glad you like the song, that is the Goal. Also, if you liked the lyrics, you should totally read the book (if you haven't)!
DeleteAlso, Jasmine My Dude, the gap is not at all Huge we just have very Different musical skills (which means we must Collaborate more ;)))
My dude, this is beautiful. It's so great. I love it so much. It's great to see your progress moving along in the song - you put so much time into the instrumentals and lyrics and it's definitely paying off. I'm so excited to see more! It's a good thing I'm friends with you since someday you'll be famous~~
ReplyDeleteOmg I feel so #blessed I got approved by the Jazz Man herself... and yes I put in So Much Time And Effort (I think the recording was 1/3 of the entire time spent on this song tbh) and wow you better stay tuned ;) Your encouragement is very encouraging (I'm so tired) and I shall try to not let you down! Also if anyone is gonna be famous it shall be You because long live the king ;)))
DeleteHoly Hecking Jesus Christ(tm). I am reasonably sure that I'm half the views on this lovely video, and for a good reason. I've never read the entire book thief, but your helpful summary was... helpful. I got enough from the first <100 pages to know the basics of his character, but the backstory was great. Also, your singing voice is So Good??? Wowza.
ReplyDeleteholy heck, make sure to like/comment/subscribe ;) I'm so glad you, a FAKE FAN who has never read the book, enjoy the song! That means I've accomplished like 18% of my goal...sort of? Anyway, thanks for viewing my video like 10 times and endorsing my endeavors !!
DeleteSo lovely! Wowza, indeed :) Thank you for sharing with all of us!
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