Someones
Produced during the BLM protests and subsequent riots i hoped to capture the uneasy still of a waking city. I then asked Stress to bring his thoughts and feelings of being a man living in America at this time. A time when Someones Children are regularly being killed at the hands of the police.  

Stress 
https://soundcloud.com/stress-512

This is first release from a project titled 2020Children.

2020Children was produced during the Covid-19 lockdowns of 2020-21

The idea is every track title can be ended with the word children and each reflects an aspect of being a child or having children.

Each track has a vision and tries to capture and create the emotions to match.   It's been produced to allow each track to stand on its own but also be left open for artists to be inspired and add their own words.  Someones Children is the first to have had this done and is the first release from it. However as I hope this inspires more artists to bring their own voices and stories it’s in no way finished.

If this piques your interest and you'd like to hear more and feature on future music please get in touch.  I'm actively looking for collaborators to add their voice, music and art to 2020Children and look forward to hearing from you.

Thank you 
Mark L

Someones

Prelude to Warm Water/Warm Water 

Warning an addiction to a destructive relationship can kill you, but it feels so good inside.

Written by Mar Kel Featuring She’s Excited
Music written and produced by You Haven’ Heard of Him

www.BADBELLY.co.uk

I have a history of attraction not an attraction to history
I’m doing my best so not to repeat these
Crimes of humanity that have been committed on me
But we’re creatures of habit so I guess we will see
Maybe we’re preprogrammed and my code is wrong
Stuck 20 go to 10 forever long
Think my problems worse and some ones on the inside
Messing with my data replacing files on my harddrive
Over writing images with sounds of laughter
All a big mistake or a happily ever after
Images now sit with rose tinted glasses
Therapy or format what ever works the fastest
Her finery in binary lives on like a ghost
I’m all to willing to become the host
This installation has too many questions
And I’m feeling so guilty with all of my answers.

You make the water warm and I know
You shouldn’t be in my body but I let you go and flow
Hijacking blood vessels for your transportation
And I should be fighting this damn infestation
But I go 
Home

You make the water warm and I know
You shouldn’t be in my body but I let you go and flow
Hijacking blood vessels for your transportation
And should be fighting this damn infestation
But I go 
Home

Tick tick tick or click click click
This hearts only beating to the dance of your tricks
Puppet master pulling strings connected inside
Partitions no walls so there’s no place to hide
Can’t hide anyway it feels so good
Killing a viruses with a drugs even though you know you should…nt
An existence only worth it
When its full of something (she says)
You need me I need you we’re perfect together
A universal serial love what’s better
Transfixed by my prefix never safe to eject
Get on your knees now loose all respect
You’re addicted to me and i got control
Your not a man the mouse is in my hand now let go
No need to fight it as I feel so good
oozing around your body as you know I should

You make the water warm and I know
You shouldn’t be in my body but I let you go and flow
Hijacking blood vessels for your transportation
And should be fighting this damn infestation
But I go 
Home

You make the water warm and I know
You shouldn’t be in my body but I let you go and flow
Hijacking blood vessels for your transportation
And I should be fighting this damn infestation
But I go 
Home

You make the water warm and I know
You shouldn’t be in my body but I let you go and flow
Hijacking blood vessels for your transportation
And should be fighting this damn infestation
But I go 
Home

You make the water warm and I know
You shouldn’t be in my body but I let you go and flow 
Hijacking blood vessels for your transportation
And I should be fighting this damn infestation
But I go 
Home

Cold turkey’s no escape for me
There’s no intelligence inside its just love you see
I’ve tried everything to escape the feeling
But the bugs in my code leave me skin peeling
Even though the case is battered beyond recognition
There’s comfort in corruption and at least she’s giving
A feeling so alive when she’s on the inside
Holding down my heart just enough so I survive
Ok this isn’t life and how its supposed to be
But the contract I signed waived all rights to me
Till death do us part and she’ll make sure of that
Always looking wirelessly for another to contract
The finest binary disease of deception
While my blind eyes turn giving no reaction
Self destruction in addiction giving up not easily
Now pull the plug and kill me.

Mar Kel the Badbelly – Warm Water ft She's Excited Produced by YHHoH

6. Journey

Spring has finally arrived, and nature is waking up from its winter slumber with vibrant blooms of flowers all around us. And what better way to celebrate the new season than with a fresh and soulful track from Badbelly, featuring the amazing voice of Jeremy Mbiba. Rapper Deep on the Mic tells the story of a boy who simply wanted to say "Hi Hello" to a stunning woman he spotted on a sunny spring day. With its catchy beat and heartfelt lyrics, this song is sure to give you the warmth of the sunshine on your skin. And if that's not enough, the track will also be accompanied by video, set to drop in the first week of April. 

Hi Hello - ft Deep on the mic and Jeremy Mbiba

3rd releasing in our Children project following Someones and TEENAGE, 
Growing is a reflection on Sly J's life journey and personal growth, following the loss of his father. The opening lines describe a period of isolation and pain as Sly J copes with his grief, turning to drugs for comfort. However, the song also highlights moments of joy and beauty, such as a trip to Australia and a memory of spending time with his father. As Sly J matures, he gains perspective on his life and the world around him, recognizing the importance of mental health and seeking to maximize his potential. The lyrics also touch on themes of loss, betrayal, and the challenges of navigating through life, but ultimately convey a sense of resilience and determination to succeed. Sly J's words suggest a deep appreciation for his father, his loved ones, his heritage, and his own unique journey.

Don't fear the future, we're all just Growing Children.

Growing ft Sly J

So this is the latest and last song for a while from us.

I've been sitting on this song for a while because I thought it was
simply too good to share and I wanted it all for myself.  But the time
has come to let the rest of the world hear this beautiful song.

That's not something you hear often about a Rap song but as ever we try to bring something else to Rap and I've found some of the best
vocalists to help me do so. After featuring on Growing Newham's Sly J returns to show why he's one of the best out there with a range like no other.

This Heart O' Mine is a love song for those who take 2 steps forward
and 5 steps back on their journey to love.

This Heart O' Mine Ft Sly J

Cooling Down

Hands Up

Rescue Me Nightshift

Cold Hands

Humming Bird

Blackbird

Vulture

Rescue Me

I guess it ain't over until the poet speaks...

I thought I was done with music for 2023. 

But London Poet TheNarratorSpeaks sent me his vocals for my song We Was Once and I simply had to finish it for Christmas.

We Was Once explores the theme of a parent's love and wisdom for their child. The song is based on a poem written by TheNarratorSpeaks, who delivers the poem with his distinctive voice and style making the words resonate with the listener whether a parent or child.

The song is a powerful and moving tribute to the bond between a parent and a child, and the lessons that are passed on from one generation to the next. 

The song will be released on December 18th and will be available on all major streaming platforms, the video is out now.

We Was Once Ft TheNarratorSpeaks

Welcome to my new radio show on FiestaFM.

Calling all music lovers. The sun has set, and we're settling in for The Night.

Hosted by me, Mark L, each week I'll be unlocking a vault of musical discoveries and curating themed evenings. From life-affirming Soul to 80s synth, to head-nodding Hip-Hop, and the swagger of Britpop, you can forget about robots picking playlists; this is pure, unadulterated love for music.

And because Fiesta FM is all about celebrating Latin music, every show we'll take a little detour to our legendary and imaginary South American Jukebox in the corner. Flipping a coin, and seeing what gem The Latin Quarter throws our way!

The Night also believes music is a beautiful circle. So, whether we're exploring classics or scrolling through the latest music on your phone, I'll be connecting the dots. Whether it's a classic that inspired a modern hit or a modern banger sampling something from the past, you'll hear it on The Night.

The Night with Mark L FiestaFM - You gotta get up to get down.

Every Sunday 9pm Fiesta-95-FM UK 
This week's show "Batteries Included" with songs from the early 80s while I have a look through the Argos catalogue.. tiny pencil at the ready. #bringbacktheteasmade

The Night With Mark L "Batteries Included"

Delete My History is the latest track from the forth coming album Until Liberty Falls by ChampThePoet and Raimoss Maximous

Delete My History - ChampThePoet And Badbelly with Raimoss Maximous

Here it is the second song Written by me The Badbelly and produced by DieWillë

A song of 2 parts. First growing up in a small town in Wales and discovering Hip Hop right at its inception.  The second part how Hip Hop and i have grown up and now have son's of our own.

Enjoy..

Huge thank you to Diewille for producing both this and Apple Tree..

Should Have Been - Written Badbelly Produced DieWillë

First of 2 songs i been working on..  You've had a touch of this before but here's the full version.

Dirty Boys Dirty Girls

From the album I'd love to say I told you so available to buy here 

https://badbelly.bandcamp.com/album/id-love-to-say-i-told-you-so



She's packed and stood in the Train station toilet looking into the mirror and asking herself "Do I give up the fight or do I give up fighting"

Run Away Train is a musical train ride starting slow and simple building in emotion and noise to a seemingly unbearable sound. Yet this journey is loud and clear in its message of why its here and where its going.

Are you on board the run away train..


Run away, train.

That mirrors lying its shows you in one piece.
It doesnt show to unbuilt jigsaw underneath
But building piece by piece is never fun
espcally when your whole life is built on the run
leave all the damage that you've ever had
stuff all your demons inside this bag
You wont ever need them where you're going
where ever that is.

Now run from your self and your promises
Never staying long enough to decided what is
The beautiful picture that you're painting
Or seeing the beautiful hearts you're breaking
With Scattered keys and no memories of all the times they fell to their knees
Begging for you to stay and yet take the heart ache away
But you've bought your ticket made sure its one way
Now you're stood on the platform and your trying to say
words that sound like lies.... through tears in those eyes

Shes on the run away, train
on the Run away, train
Shes on the run away , train
Never staying long enough to fight the pain

She's on the run away train
run away train
on the run away train
Choosing never to stay to fight again

Smash that reflection now it's only a lie
A mask so tight with binds that tie
With knots so strong this fronts becoming your face
Easy to live with than the damn disgrace
Fist now bleeding, open wound so wide
A darkness so black through the tunnel you'll ride
Full steam ahead making haste your escape
time to save your self now its never to late
forget all the past and the people left there
They only caused you problems... why the hell do you care
So what that they're crying they could do with the salt
you shouted loud enough to prove its wasn't your fault
they never listened did they to realise they was wrong
They pushed and pushed so its time to move on
Arms stretched out always crying in pain
why would you want to stay and see that again
why would you want to stay and fight again
why would you want to put them through that again
its easier to get on
the run away train
and run away


Run Away Train - I'd love to say I told you so

Beat by King Singh 

From the album I'd love to say I told you so available here:

https://badbelly.bandcamp.com/album/id-love-to-say-i-told-you-so


4 Giraffes - I'd love to say I told you so

From the album I'd love to say I told you so available here:
https://badbelly.bandcamp.com/album/id-love-to-say-i-told-you-so


Don't You Tell Me to Smile

A spoken word version of The Bones of You by the excellent Elbow.

The Bones of You

For those who struggle with depression.. You are not alone and there are those out there that have come out the other end..  Stay strong and talk.. Don't suffer in silence

Don't You Tell Me To Smile VOCALS ONLY

Lets bring music to life.

Once described by Tom Robinson of BBC 6Music and BBC Introducing as "A man to keep centre screen on our radar for 2013." Mark L of badbelly spent 2013 and 2014 creating and performing his album I'd Love To Say I Told You So. 2014 also saw him supporting Sage Francis on 2 dates of his UK tour and then nothing....

2020.. Now with a new focus on music production and bringing the voice of others to the world.

Badbelly

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