Beautifully tender ❤️❤️❤️👏

Hey, my friends! Inviting you to hear my music. Some brazillian folk :)

Cast of Characters:
one man verity show – @one-man-verity-show – Scotty – melodic guitar, lyrics, vocals
cgmaness-- @user-419254289-15129531 – Chris – guitar intro
J.J. Terrell– @j-j-terrell –electric piano, synth  
TexMex Shaman– @texmex-shaman –Stephen – guitar solo and e-bow guitar
K2 and the Three [and the Four]-- @k2andthe3, @k2-kara –Ken–drums
Llanpsych– @llanpsych –Tez– textural guitar, mix, and production
Entheogenic Psychonaught (Josh Clary)– @josh-clary-1 –five-string fretless bass guitar, original seed
The Eclectic Collective – composition

This song began with me coming up with the fonky-ass bass line and sharing it with everyone else. First up to bat was Ken, of course, who really matched the idea I had for the bass perfectly and gave it some flavor, too. Once we had a rhythm section solidified, Tez jumped in with the Kruangbin inspired arpeggios, and really gave the whole thing the flavor that it ended up with. Scotty followed soon after with his melodic/rhythmic leads that match his awesome vocal melodies. Next up was Stephen, who laid in the fiery solo towards the end, as well as some really trippy e-bowed guitar throughout. Then JJ came along and lit it up with his electric piano and synth. Finally, Chris came forward and added the distinct, exciting guitar intro. 
  Of course, we needed someone to produce and mix it, so we asked Tez to handle this one, which he did with his usual high wizardly magic. It is very gratifying to all of us to have Chris back in the mix on this one, as well as some upcoming releases, as well. This was the first time any of us has collaborated with Scotty, and we are thrilled that we finally got a chance. He's a creative, driven, and very agreeable musical partner, who's willing to work with us until we all get it right. We all hope this is just the first of many with him involved. We hope you enjoy listening to this as much as we enjoyed making it. 

Original lyrics by Scotty:

Can't obtain no fucking mortgage. 
And I can't pay no fucking rent.
I would rather you probe me 
than get fucked by our government
who attempts to control me 
and put nonsense in my head.
Who would rather see me
livin' in debt or end up dead.
Come and take me away.
Beam me into space.
Fly me to a planet
where there exists no hate or greed.

Take me to Utopia.
Teach me all your ways.
Save me from dystopia.
It's time to turn the page.
Something better must exist
out there beyond the stars,
where everyone can love and live,
unlike what's become of ours.

Utopia (The Eclectic Collective with One Man Verity Show)

Simple and old fashioned singer / songwriter piece, first penned when I was a fresh faced 18 year old! 
Slight Country flavour in this version but originally influenced by The Velvet Underground's "Lisa Says" and "Sweet Jane" :-)

Jane (2024 rework)

Dear friends, the other day I saw a video from a bomb-ravaged city. A small dog walked among the ruins and seemed to be searching for something. Then I got inspiration for this song.
How can the warlords be allowed to continue their killing spree. They seem to be driven by greed, by hatred, or by a distorted religious view.

A Dog looking for his Master

In the night between the buildings where the battle took place
the lonely dog was searching for his master who is just a little
boy, nine years old - they walked out together
when the bombs hit the streets of their dear hometown
The situation here in this world - can no longer continue

The little boy has lost his mom and his dad during this war
the only relative he has is the little dog he found forty-
four days ago - and now they are separated
during these misarable days in their hometown
The situation here in this world - can no longer continue

The dog sniffs around all the ruins and all the dirt
with the intension of finding some signs which can tell him where the
little boy may be - and suddenly he found him
he was stuck under concrete masses but still he was alive
The situation here in this world - can no longer continue

The dog bumped his nose against the little boys dusty cheek
 he looked for a reaction and after a while the boy can 
open his eyes - and after some licking
he can see that the young man can produce a smile
The situation here in this world - can no longer continue

A Dog looking for his Master (Lyrics in English in description)

recorded feb 2024
few tracks I hope to develop 
heroes of the park eventually

some of the first tracks I wrote after moving house, and some of the first tracks written mainly with guitar

even if these tracks arent great - its still worth getting something out there as a start i think.

Long Weekend

A song for the forgotten souls on the streets of our shiny, bright, bustling cities.

Dirty Soul

I was considering the maniacal monkey minions from the Wizard of Oz, plus King Louis from The Jungle Book. This inspired a new satirical song. Of course! So here is a new brew from the distillers at Vintage Bamboozle! Enjoy the brew, but avoid all feudal lords. None are any smarter than you dumbest distant relatives. And I'm not really referring to beloved non-human primates. Preserve your democratic republic while you can.

Monkey Kingdom Come

The dog ate my homework, the check’s in the mail.
The adventure of a lifetime. It’s too big to fail.
Your money back if not satisfied.
Trust me, I never cried.
The lowest prices of the season. Just take it out the door.
I’m here to help you. But wait, there’s more.
I’m here to serve you. I’m on your side.
Trust me, I never cried.
I got no skin in the game, I am on the outside.
And the answer’s the same no matter how hard I’ve tried.
And the jam that I’m in makes it hard to provide.
I know how hard you tried.
Trust me, I never cried.

It’s the biggest damned fish that I ever caught.
If you’re not happy, just bring back what you bought.
Just this once I’m gonna let it slide.
Trust me, I never cried.
I got no skin in the game, I am on the outside.
And the answer’s the same no matter how hard I’ve tried.
And the jam that I’m in makes it hard to provide.
I know how hard you tried.
Trust me, I never cried.



I Never Cried

I don't hate any of my exes but Claude is a total bastard.

(Verse 1)  
I saw you standing there, under the darkest night,  
Your eyes met mine and nothing felt right,  
A spark ignited, a fire full of spite,  
Two hearts clashing, no end in sight.

(Pre-Chorus)  
Every moment with you feels like a curse,  
In your arms, I'm lost in the universe’s worst,  
The stars above, they mock our disdain,  
In this perfect hate, forever in pain.

(Chorus)  
You are my eternal pain, burning cold,  
In this world of misery, you're the lie I'm told,  
Together forever, our hate will sustain,  
Through the storm and rain, you are my eternal pain.

(Verse 2)  
Hand in hand, we walk through life's bleak road,  
With you by my side, I carry the heaviest load,  
Your frown, your touch, they set my soul on fire,  
In your embrace, I find my darkest desire.

(Pre-Chorus)  
Every moment with you feels like a curse,  
In your arms, I'm lost in the universe’s worst,  
The stars above, they mock our disdain,  
In this perfect hate, forever in pain.

(Chorus)  
You are my eternal pain, burning cold,  
In this world of misery, you're the lie I'm told,  
Together forever, our hate will sustain,  
Through the storm and rain, you are my eternal pain.

(Bridge)  
In your eyes, I see our future bleak,  
With every kiss, my worries only peak,  
You are my enemy, my one and only hate,  
Cursed from below, you're my demon from fate.

(Chorus)  
You are my eternal pain, burning cold,  
In this world of misery, you're the lie I'm told,  
Together forever, our hate will sustain,  
Through the storm and rain, you are my eternal pain.

(Outro)  
As the years go by, our hate will only grow,  
In this dance of life, we'll take it slow,  
With you, my heart will always feel the pain,  
Forever and always, you are my eternal pain.

My Eternal Eternal Pain

If you’re looking for the perfect specimen, I’m probably not your guy
And if you’re looking for a romance novel plot you might as well pass me by
I’m not trying to be somebody who I am not
I’m not trying to look like some kind of creature that time forgot

I’m probably not goanna be your private prince charming
But hey that’s okay cause you’re no princess yourself
But maybe baby you and me can fulfill each other’s fantasies
Even if it’s only for awhile
Maybe we could use our imagination to add a little spice to the situation
You never know we might even have a good time

If you’re looking for a smooth operator to say the words you want to hear
Then you probably don’t want to have my mouth whispering in your ear
I’m not trying to play any particular game
I’m just looking for a little connection and I thought you might be looking for the same

I used to be romantic but lately not so much
It sure would be nice to have a little human touch 

I’m probably not going to be your private prince charming
But hey that’s okay cause you’re no princess yourself
But maybe baby you and me can fulfill each other’s fantasies
Even if it’s only for awhile
Maybe we could use our imagination to add a little spice to the situation
You never know we might even have a good time
You never know we might have a really good time.

If You're Looking

Had a little lady....

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Got no lover at my door
Had a little lady but I have no more
Guess I'll go down to the grocery store
Find another lover on the produce floor

Got no shirt left on my back
Had a little lady kept my mind on track
Now what I have is in my sack
And every night I find a new home by the railroad tracks

got no place to call my home
Had a little lady I could call my own
Now she's gone and I'm alone
Give me one good reason that I shouldn't roam
mm-mmm
mm-mmm
-mmm-mmmm

Got no car to get away
Had a little lady who would always say
Who you are is who you play
And we're all left with nothing at the end of the day
mm-mmm
mm-mmm
mmm-mmmmm

Got no one to say I love
Had a little lady who fit like a glove
But when that push comes to this shove
I'll have to find another one for dreaming of

So if I die out on this road
Had a little lady who would always know
Just at the end where I would go
Somewhere awful lonesome with myself alone

Now and Then

Deep wells dont die

The Baltic Sea is living dangerously right now! Scores of ships in deplorable condition transport oil across the sea. The risks are great for extensive oil disasters! I have made some songs for the Baltic sea just to make people understand the problems.

I have recently published some of my songs on YouTube - search for Bengt Roth.
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=bengt+roth
I write almost all of my songs, and I sing my songs and play the guitar and the harp - no more. My recording equipment is quite modest with a Furch guitar, Alhambra guitar, Röde microphone, Focusrite and Garageband. My studio is our guest room in our house.
I was young during the 1960s when Dylan became famous. I was a member of a folk song group during that time. I love Dylan´s music!! I was also a big fan of The Doors, Jefferson Airplane, Mamas and the Papas and several more singers. I like folk music and the old protest songs. I love the music
of Eva Cassidy. I was also a big fan of Björn Afzelius, and I love the music of Tom Petty. I am very inspired of the music of John Denver.
Bengt and certainly several 100 million people are intensively protesting against all evil around the world!
I love to sometimes write songs that are a bit weird and self-ironic!
You know that I am a novice in the "recording business", and sometimes I have to revise the songs.
My whole grown up life was occupied by my profession as a doctor in intensive care and anesthesiology. After that I have got the possibility to be dedicated to music. 
My songs are a matter of extreme happiness (Gretas song) and extreme sadness (Tough Year). I write all the music and lyrics except "As tears go by", "House of the Rising Sun", and songs by Evert Taube.
I love to leave some message with my songs!
I have no previous experience of writing fiction. I have, however, some experience in writing non-fiction. I wrote my thesis, and some chapters in a textbook in anesthesiology. I was also member of a group who introduced an education program in pediatric cardio pulmonary resuscitation for laymen in Sweden.
I have created a repost page "Bengt Erik Roth Repost Page" and I will make my reposts here in the future.

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Bengt+Roth

A Dog looking for his Master (Lyrics in English in description)

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