This song was written to the challenge to use the title 'Use it or you lose it'. I wrote the chord progression, then melody, then added lyrics. The song is about saying 'I love you' to those that matter most, but that we sometimes do not. All backing is generated from Band In A Box, other than all vocals and the solo in the bridge.

Use it or you lose it

I've been a guitarist since the age of 15 and writing songs since then, albeit more prolifically since 2000. I prefer strong melodies and to borrow chords to move outside of the diatonic. Usually, the song mix contains my vocals, guitars and sometimes bass, with drums, keys and other instruments auto-generated. The tracks uploaded in my Soundcloud are attempts to 'illustrate' the idea and sound I imagined when writing the songs. At best, the quality of recordings are demo quality. You can't make a silk purse out of a sow's ear!

Passionate about all things music! Always on the hunt for fresh sounds and exploring new genres. music fuels my soul and connects me to the word.

Music lover & singer-songwriter. Many thanks for taking the time to listen.

Unless noted, all songs Copyright © Robert S. Dean.

Use it or you lose it

Andrew of the antipodes