This song is what happens when you feel a little lonely one day and then spend several hours with your guitar ;-) ... But I like the song anyway so I decided to share it with everyone.

Shortly after posting the song to SoundCloud, I received a VERY kind comment from John of OneVision CrossWorlds. I would think about that comment often afterwards. Thanks John!!

Knowing what beautiful work John Styles and Matt Baker produce, having heard their music and listening to their tracks often, I took a chance and asked John if he would be interested in doing a collaboration with me on a future song. 

John said yes! ... Great, but what song?! Hmm. 

Well, John answered that question for me when he asked if he can work on this song. I am SO glad that he did because I happen to really like this song of mine - (what can I say - shameless ;-).

Anyway, I knew the results would be nothing short of wonderful and I was NOT disappointed! What a wonderful job John and Matt did with "No One At All". The arrangement, the instrumentation, and the production is fantastic! I wish I had the skills John and Matt have.

Thank you so much John and Matt for accepting my request and for producing such a beautiful version of "No One At All". I hope you all enjoy this work.

Respect!
Cd Martin

Credits/Info: 
Composer / Lyrics: Chris Martin
Vocals: Chris Martin
Arrangements: John Styles and Matt Baker
Guitars: Chris Martin and John Styles
All other instruments: Matt Baker and John Styles
Producer: John Styles - https://soundcloud.com/john-styles-projects

Lyrics: No One at All

Nowhere to run 
Nowhere to hide 
No one's com'n by to be ... by my side 
By my side 
By my side

No one to call 
No one at all 
No one's standing by to catch ... me if I fall 
If I fall 
No one at all

It's not hard to see 
The sad side of me 
If you knew me I am sure you'd agree 
You'd agree 
You'd agree

Someday I'll see 
The good man in me 
Then I'll know that I am free ... to be me 
To be me 
To be me

Nowhere to go 
I'm older you know 
Where my friends have gone I no ... longer know 
I don't know 
I don't know

No one to call 
No one at all 
No one's standing by to catch ... me if I fall 
If I fall 
No one at all 
No one at all 
No one at all

We really appreciate your comments and support towards our music, thanks Chris, Matt and John

"No One At All" - Original by Chris Martin, John Styles & Matt Baker (V2)

What else needs to be said! My heart goes out to the family and friends of Eric Garner. This didn't need to happen. 

If you want to help!
https://fundly.com/eric-garner-family-support-fund

YouTube Video: 
http://youtu.be/XQWCmZWkCgM

More Info: 
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_of_Eric_Garner

Credit/Info: 
> Original song and music by Chris Martin
> Played on Martin D-45, Capo 1
> Ab Harp
> Cover Art by Tristan Martin

"I Can't Breathe" - In Memoriam: Eric Garner

About Lake Pleasant in the NY Adirondack Mountains. 
Lyrics by Chris Martin Music (Christopher D Martin).

Stream

In The Mountains

Lyrics by Chris Martin Music (Christopher D Martin).

I Was A Better Man With You

In memory of Theresa, Al, and little Katie.
Lyrics by Chris Martin Music (Christopher D Martin).

If you like (or don't like) this song, please donate, if you can, to: www.madd.org/. PLEASE DON'T DRINK and DRIVE! Help make our roads safer for everyone!

(I Don't Know Why) The Good Die Young

Anywhere We Are

The Boy In The Photo

Guitar & Lyrics by: Chris Martin

Vocals by Melanie Crew: - soundcloud.com/melaniecrew

Strings, Partial production by: HouseRecordingStudios - recordingstudiosnewyork.com/

Copyright 2012, All Rights Reserved

A BIG thank you to Melanie Crew for adding her wonderful voice to this song. I think this is such a beautiful version! Please visit Melanie's page for more great music and to check out hew new EP! - soundcloud.com/melaniecrew

"In The Mountains" lyrics:
Intro:  
I wake up early in the mountains...
First light shines across the lake
The early morning fog is lifting...
The peace is there for me to take

Verse I:
I watch the old boats as they glide by...
Men with peace upon their face
They're not thinking 'bout the old days...
Must be the magic in this place

Verse 2:
I watch the children play beside me...
Building castles in the sand
You can feel the joy among them...
Part of the wonder of this land

Verse 3:
In the evening when the Sun's down...
A million stars up in the sky
I can only look with wonder...
I even feel a little high

Outro:
I wake up early in the mountains...
First light shines across the lake
The early morning fog is lifting...
The peace is there for me to take

"In The Mountains" (feat. Melanie Crew)

Lyrics by Chris Martin Music (Christopher D Martin)

Closer to You Lord

A New Day (Guitar Solo)

Info: 
> Original guitar solo by Chris Martin Music
> Copyright 2015
> Recorded with Martin GPCPA1 Plus in Open-Em


YouTube

"A New Day" - (Original Guitar Solo)

"In The Country" Original by Chris Martin
> Copyright 2015. 
> Mix&Mastered by https://soundcloud.com/smallfishrecordings

Recorded live for a YouTube video. Overdubbed more vocal tracks later on. 

Lyrics: 
In the country...
In the city...
Anywhere we are is right for me

In the morning...
In the evening...
Of you there never is to much to see

ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh
ooh, ooh, ooh (etc)

Like the heavens...
High above me...
You bring the brightness to a darker sea

You may notice...
How deep you touch me...
No other person means as much to me

ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh
ooh, ooh, ooh (etc)

(outro)
Yes in the country...
Or in the city...
Anywhere we are is right for me

In the morning...
In the evening...
Of you there never is to much to see



"Anywhere We Are" - (YouTube recording)

"In The Mountains" - (feat. Rory Tex Tosh on Vocals & Harmonica)

I am thrilled to have Rory Tosh add his musical talents to this song. Loving the harp Rory laid in. What a great idea. 
Thanks Rory!
https://soundcloud.com/textosh


"In The Mountains" - (feat. Rory Tex Tosh on Vocals & Harmonica)

Song written in memory of Theresa (an old friend), Al (my brother-in-law), and Katie - and all the others who have been taken from us far too soon. 

The song photo is of the "Sculpture of Hope / Wall of Remembrance" located in SUNY Farmingdale, Long Island, NY. There is a brick in this wall with my brother-in-law's name on it. He was killed at age 32 by a drunk driver. Such a shame. You can learn more at: 
https://www.flickr.com/photos/mortonfox/176767473

If you like (or don't like) this song, please donate, if you can, to: <a href="http://www.madd.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.madd.org</a>/. &#13;
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PLEASE DON'T DRINK and DRIVE! Help make our roads safer for everyone! 

Thank you,
Chris Martin

Song Related Article:
https://www.google.com/?gws_rd=ssl#q=katie+flynn+story

Credits:
- Chris Martin = Acoustic Guitar, Harmonica, Lyrics
- Original Song, Copyright 2011&#13;
- Recorded live (and not so well) on my Martin GPCPA1

Lyrics:
They rode the Uncanni (name of a boat)
As she skipped upon the sea 
The Sun setting down
Behind an island they don’t see
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I don’t know why the good die young…
I don’t know why the good die young.
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(this verse is about my brother in law)
They left the party early
To pick up their newborn son.
A drunk blew a sign
And a new boy’s ... dad is gone.

And I don’t know why the good die young…
I don’t know why the good die young. 

(Katie. I did not know you but I feel the pain in my heart. RIP.)
She walked down the church aisle
As she spread the pedals with pride.
She beamed in the limo
But it would be her last ride.

And I don’t know why the good die young…
I don’t know why the good die young.

Donate

"I Don't Know Why The Good Die Young" (Demo. Read Description!)

Credits/Info: 
- Original Song, Acoustic Guitar, Harmonica, and Lyrics by Chris Martin 
- Copyright 2012
- Recorded live with my Martin GCPA1, Standard Tuning, Capo 1. 

Lyrics:
                                            
I’m sitting in the lonely bar just staring down a drink...
Wondering just how low my life can sink.

I was a better man with you, 
Oh a better man with you. 


And even through these hazy eyes it’s not too hard to see…
I’m lonely as a man could ever be.

I was a better man with you, 
Oh a better man with you. 


And even as I try to hide I’m haunted by the past…
Wondering just how long the pain will last. 
	
I was a better man with you, 
Oh a better man with you. 


Hey Mr. bartender just pass the bottle please…
I’m hoping it will bring me what I need.

I was a better man with you, 
Oh a better man with you. 

Ending:
I say hey Mr. bartender just pass the bottle please…
I’m hoping it will bring me what I need.

I was a better man with you….
Oh a better man with you…. 
Yes a better man with you…..
I was a better man with you.

Always Introspective

"I Was A Better Man With You" - (Recorded live - no overdubbing)

If you can, please help our brave soldiers and their families. Donate to: http://www.operationhomefront.net

Song inspired by the 2009 movie, "Taking Chance", starring Kevin Bacon. A very moving movie. Everyone should see it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtmiLdzzgGE 

Credits: 
- Chris Martin = Acoustic Guitar, Lyrics
- Christian Di Carlo (Gate57.com) = String Accompaniment, Mix &amp; Mastering

"What Are We Fighting For" lyrics: 
I :
A mother weeps….
As the little one sleeps
Leaders lie….
As the bullets fly
What Are We Fighting For

Pictures on walls….
And adorning the halls
A promising life….
Cut down in the night
What Are We Fighting For

I wish that I could tell you why this soldier had to die….
What are we fighting for anymore, and how many more must die

II:
A woman cries….
As the soldiers arrive
The love of her life….
Was killed overnight
What Are We Fighting For

I wish that I could tell you why this soldier had to die….
What are we fighting for anymore, and how many more must die

III:
A father stands….
With a flag in his hands
Was the price….
Worth his sacrifice
What Are We Fighting For

I wish that I could tell you why this soldier had to die….
What are we fighting for anymore, and how many more must die

[Outro]
Yes I wish that I could tell you why this soldier had to die…..
What are we fighting for anymore  and how many more must die
How many more must die….
How many more ….. must die

"What Are We Fighting For" - Dedicated to our Soldiers

I'm On Your Side - (version 1 - acoustic/vocals only)

Lately I have been reading very sad news about young kids committing suicide due to relentless bullying. Their crime; being "different". I think this is so sad. People should be able to live their own life, their own way, so long as it does not hurt anyone else.  Anyway, that is what I was thinking about when I wrote this song. 

Love to know what you think! 
Thanks, 
Chris
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"I'm On Your Side" lyrics:
I:
I know there’s times when life gets hard...
Get on your feet … fight ‘em hard 

I’m on  your side…
Stand tall with pride

II:
It all comes down to a choice...
So dig down deep … use your voice

I’m on  your side…
Stand tall with pride

III:
It is your right to live your life...
I know the pain cuts like a knife

I’m on  your side…
Stand tall with pride

IV:
Don’t let them win … you come first ….
Denying your own life is so much worse

I’m on your side…
Stand tall with pride 

I’m on your side…
Stand tall with pride 

I’m on your side…
I’m on your side…

"I'm On Your Side" - Original Demo - (See Studio Version)

About:
This song is about Lake Pleasant in the Adirondack mountains in upstate New York (USA). We visit almost every year for summer vacation. Sometimes, when the weather is just right, it really is the most beautiful place. I just with they had a Marriot ;-))

Credits/Info: 
- Original Song, Acoustic Guitar, and Lyrics by Chris Martin
- Guitar tracks and vocals home recorded
- Copyright 2011

"In The Mountains" Lyrics:

I wake up early in the mountains...
First light shines across the lake
The early morning fog is lifting...
The peace is there for me to take

I watch the old boats as they glide by...
Men with peace upon their face
They're not thinking 'bout the old days...
Must be the magic in this place

I watch the children play beside me...
Building castles in the sand
You can feel the joy among them...
Part of the wonder of this land

In the evening when the Sun's down...
A million stars up in the sky
I can only look with wonder...
I even feel a little high

I woke up early in the mountains...
First light shone across the lake
The early morning fog had lifted...
The peace was there for me to take

"In The Mountains" - Version 1

Credits: 
- Original Song, Acoustic Guitar, Lyrics by Chris Martin
- Keyboards and programming by Christian Di Carlo (GATE57.com)
- Produced, Mixed, and Mastered by GATE57.com
- Copyright 2012 


Lyrics:
I don’t know what you’re feeling...
I can’t know your pain
I don’t have the right words...
I can’t ease your rains

And I’ll always be by your side
I’ll never leave you behind

II.
I did not live your past...
I don’t know why the haunting lasts
But when those clouds come rolli’n in...
We’ll go through them thick or thin

And I’ll always be by your side
I’ll never leave you behind
I’ll always be by your side
I’ll never leave you behind

"By Your Side"  - by Chris Martin Music with GATE57

I just had to write this in memory of Whitney Houston. I hope you enjoy it. 

Credits: 
- Original song, Acoustic Guitar, Lyrics by Chris Martin
- Copyright 2012

http://www.whitneyhouston.com/us/home

"Fortune Or Fame" - In Memoriam: Whitney Houston

New version mixed/mastered/produced by Gate57

I think a song like this requires an explanation: 
My dad died of throat cancer in 1993. The last time I saw him, just a few days before he passed away, we hugged, we cried, and I always had the feeling he wanted to say something to me but he could not. I am not sure this is it, but it is the inspiration of the song. I hope you enjoy it for what it is meant to be. 
 
For Dad. I will always miss you!

Credits/Info: 
- Original Song, Acoustic Guitar, Lyrics by Chris Martin 
- Guitar tracks and vocals home recorded 
- Keyboards and programming by Christian Di Carlo (GATE57) 
- Produced, Mixed, and Mastered by GATE57
- Played with Martin DCPA1 Madagascar Rosewood
- Copyright 2012

Lyrics: 
Hello I'm glad you've come ... 
It's good to see you son ... 
It's hard to say goodbye ...
For you as it is I

Soon angels will fly ...
They'll fly high in the sky

So don't fret ... 
It's the peace that I'll get ... 
And I know there are regrets ... 
Let's forgive and forget

Soon angels will fly ...
They'll fly high in the sky

And I know ... 
It's hard to let me go ... 
Son the pain will fade with time ...
Use the love I'll leave behind

Soon angels will fly ...
They'll fly high in the sky

angels will fly ...
angels will fly ...
angels will fly ...

"Angels Will Fly" (for Dad) - by Chris Martin Music with Gate57

Credits/Info: 
- Original Song, Acoustic Guitar, Lyrics by Chris Martin
- Guitar tracks and vocals home recorded 
- Keyboards and programming by Christian Di Carlo (GATE57.com) 
- Produced, Mixed, and Mastered by GATE57.com
- Copyright 2012 


"And I Wish" lyrics: 
All my life ... 
All the strife ... 
And I wish I could have lived it twice.

All those days ... 
In the haze ... 
And I wish I could have found new ways.

But I guess that's how it goes ... 
Where time goes God only knows ... 
And I wish that I could ride the flows.

Reminisce ... 
About a kiss ... 
And I wish that I could feel the bliss.

Years have passed ... 
Feelings last ... 
And I wish I could relive the past.

But I guess that's how it goes ... 
Where time goes God only knows ... 
And I wish that I could ride the flows.

All my life ... 
All the strife ... 
And I wish I could have lived it right.

"And I Wish" - by Chris Martin Music with Gate57

Credits/Info: 
- Original Song, Acoustic Guitar, and Lyrics by Chris Martin
- Guitar tracks and vocals home recorded
- Keyboards and programming by Christian Di Carlo (GATE57) 
- Produced, Mixed, and Mastered by GATE57
- Original Song, Copyright 2012 
- Played: Martin GPCPA1

"To This Day" lyrics:
When I told you I needed my space...
It would lead to my loneliest place
I watched you cry as you begged me to stay...
How I left I'll never understand

To this day
 
When I told you I needed some time...
It would lead to my darkest of times
I had changed and I pushed you away...
It's a time I regret

To this day
 
I still miss that look in your eyes...
And the places they took us at times
I feel you deep in my soul every day...
How I wish I could have ya back

To this day

"To This Day" Version 2 - by Chris Martin Music with Gate57

Credits/Info: 
- Original Song, Lyrics by Chris Martin
- Guitar tracks and vocals home recorded
- Copyright 2012, All Rights Reserved
- Played with my Martin DCPA1 Madagascar in D Standard tuning

Lyrics: 
When I'm hurting and I'm all alone ...
And I need You by my side
Do You hear me when I'm praying hard ...
Do You know how hard I've tried

Can You really carry me
Can You really carry me

Were You with me when my father died ...
Were You on the other side
Are You with me when I feel the pain ...
Do You know how hard I've cried

Can You really carry me
Can You really carry me

Are You with me when I'm feeling lost ...
And I don't know where to go
Can You help me plot a worthy course ...
And how will You let me know

Can You really carry me
Can You really carry me
Can You really carry me
Can You really carry me


"Can You Really Carry Me" - Version 1 Demo

This is my first collab on SoundCound! I enjoyed working with http://soundcloud.com/acousticsingularity very much and feel honored to have been permitted to sing this great tune! Yutaka is an awesome guitar player. Please visit his SC page to hear some great music!

Everything on this track has been created and produced by AcoustisSingularity (I just did the vocals). Great job Yutaka and thanks again!

Credits:
- Guitar by AcousticSingularity - (http://soundcloud.com/acousticsingularity)
- Other instruments (GB) by AcousticSingularity 
- Mix and mastering (GB) by AcousticSingularity 
- Image (icon) by AcousticSingularity's daughter
- Vocals by Chris Martin


"Here Comes The Sun" - Beatles cover by AcousticSingularity, vocals by Chris Martin

Credits/Info: 
- Original Song, Acoustic Guitar, Lyrics by Chris Martin (yep, it's all my fault! ;-)
- Guitar tracks and vocals home recorded 
- Played on my Martin DCPA1 Madagascar Rosewood
- Standard tuning, Capo 1, Ab harp
- Cover Art by Tristan Martin

Lyrics: 
I've been down
Kicked around
Been through trials
Walked those miles

But I'm, coming
Closer to You Lord

I've lost faith
In the human race
Seen them die
Don't know why

I'm, coming
Closer to You Lord
I'm, coming
Closer to You Lord

I have sewed
A heavy load
But now I know
Where I must go

And I'm, coming
Closer to You Lord

Now I see
How things should be
And now I'll go
The way You know

And I'm, coming
Closer to You Lord
I'm, coming
Closer to You Lord

"Closer To You Lord"

"Gemini" by Chris Martin (guitar solo)

Credits/Info: 
- Home recorded with my Martin DCPA1 Madagascar. 



"Gemini" - (Original Guitar Solo)

Credits/Info:
- Original Song, Acoustic Guitar, and Lyrics by Chris Martin
- Keyboards by Chris Martin
- Home recorded (yeah, by me too ;-)
- Mastered by Gate57.com
- Copyright 2013

Lyrics: 
When I see you in the morning light
Sunlight shines upon your face
And I know we're gonna be all right
There couldn't be a better place

And I'm glad to be back home again
This is where my heart belongs
Now I'm home
I'm Home......

Walk together in the afternoon
As I hold your lovi'n hand
Didn't know you'd have me back this soon
Wasn't sure you'd understand

And I'm glad to be back home again
This is where my heart belongs
Now I'm home
I'm Home......
I'm home
I'm Home......

In the evenings when we're all alone
And you're lying by my side
And I think of all the love you've shown
I'm so lucky you're my bride

And I'm glad to be back home again
This is where my heart belongs
Now I'm home
I'm Home......
I'm home
I'm Home......
I'm home

"I'm Home"

Welcome to my SoundCloud page! I really appreciate it when anyone enjoys my music. Listen, download, like, share, enjoy! 

About me: 
I was born and raised on Long Island, NY. I'm a singer-songwriter as I enjoy writing my own songs most. I play acoustic guitar and the harmonica. My style of music is Contemporary Folk and Singer-Songwriter. The decade of music that most influenced my music taste is the 70's. Most influenced by Neil Young.  

I like to write songs from the heart. I want to express how I feel about past experiences, about current events, and just about anything else that really moves me in some meaningful way.  I hope that you "feel" what my songs are about too when you listen to them. 
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Music and Lyrics for original songs by Chris Martin, NY. Copyright 2025. All Rights Reserved. You may not alter, transform, sell or build upon this work without permission.

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