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YouTube: https://youtu.be/HKScDwjj7AE
Probably debatable, but I believe the genre of this song is Rhythm and Blues. Rapper and Producer, Dudly Ulysse from the Philadelphia came to visit me in Colorado. I wrote something different than his usual style, in that he sang the lyrics rather than doing rap. The vocals were comprised of single, double and triple tracks. Guitar sounds were produced from plugins on my keyboard, as well as the brass hits, bass, drums and miscellaneous electronic tracks. Actually, the electronic tracks I call "sparkle" and I make an effort to add sparkle to all my compositions as supporting sound elements.
LYRICS
CHORUS1
Looking for the one. Looking for mine.
Looking for love. Looking all the time
VERSE1
Beautiful person. Beautiful smile.
Kind and caring. The extra mile.
Trust and faith. No guarantees.
But one thing, that they must be:
A Dreamer, just like me.
CHORUS2
A Dreamer. A Believer,
In the drive, I have inside.
Looking for the one.
Looking for love.
A Dreamer, just like me.
VERSE2
A Dreamer, with humility.
A Dreamer, with honesty.
A Dreamer, who can see,
The future possibilities.
VERSE3
A Dream, with no bounds.
A Dream, no matter how it sounds.
A Dream, feel it in the air.
A Dream, no matter where.
VERSE4
Confident person. Knows themself.
One of a kind, not off the shelf.
Takes themselves not too seriously.
Love for life. Has empathy.
Hope. No guarantees.
But one thing, that they must be:
A Dreamer, just like me.
CHORUS3
A Dreamer. A Believer,
In the drive, I have inside.
Looking for the one.
Looking for mine.
Looking for love.
Looking all the time
REFRAIN
Looking for the one.
Looking for mine.
Looking for love.
Looking all the time
A Dreamer, just like me.
A Dream, of you and me.

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A Dreamer (ft. Magnolia.OCSol - vocals)

Arianna Rader is featured as the vocalist in this melodic pop-style song about the importance of having a good friend. Written and produced by Dave Heffner.
LYRICS
VERSE1
Many nights before I go to sleep,
I wonder ‘bout the day and what I’d change.
Feelings and memories that I wish to keep,
And those that were new and strange.
CHORUS1
I need a friend who inspires me.
Who is humble, but we can disagree.
Who lifts me up. Who calms me down.
Who’s lots of fun, and who I want around.
Who? A friend like you? Who?...
VERSE2
Planning for changes in my life,
Looking for new skills and thrills,
I want to rise up to challenge myself.
A future in this world.
VERSE3
Travel the bumpy road,
And navigate the twists and turns,
Would be no fun to do it alone,
But to share what I will learn.
CHORUS2
I need a friend who inspires me.
Who is humble, but we can disagree.
Who lifts me up. Who calms me down.
Who’s lots of fun, and who I want around. 
REFRAIN
I need a friend who inspires me.
Who is humble. Who cares for me.
Who? A friend like you!

A Friend (ft. Arianna Rader - vocals)

Arianna Rader sings this pop ballad about the importance of "hope" in our lives. Written and produced by Dave Heffner.
LYRICS
Verse1
What is the promise that never breaks?
What is the bond that never shakes?
What is the friend that never leaves?
What is the faith that never grieves?
Chorus1
Hope is the light that guides you through.
Hope is the strength that makes you move.
Hope is the voice that tells you to try.
Hope is the reason why you survive.
Verse2
What is the spark that ignites your fire?
What is the wind that lifts you higher?
What is the song that fills your heart?
What is the art that sets you apart?
Chorus2
Hope is the light that guides you through.
Hope is the strength that makes you move.
Hope is the voice that tells you to try.
Hope is the reason why you survive.
Refrain
Hope is the light.
Hope is the strength.
Hope is the voice.
Hope is the reason why you survive.

Hope (ft. Arianna Rader - vocals)

Arianna Rader (granddaughter) sings this pop-style song about "Speaking Up" for the things that are important. Written and produced by Dave Heffner.
LYRICS
VERSE1
Speak up.
Speak loud.
Speak the truth.
Speak, be proud.
PRE-CHORUS1
Speak up, for what is right.
Speak up, for what is wrong.
Speak up, put up a fight.
Speak up, you be strong.
CHORUS1
You must be bold.
The truth be told.
Not bought or sold.
Your words are gold.
VERSE2
Speak up.
Speak loud.
Speak the truth.
Speak, be proud.
PRE-CHORUS2
Speak up, don’t be a pawn.
Speak up, we will carry on.
CHORUS2
When the world
Has lost its way.
It’s important
What you say.
VERSE3
Speak up.
Speak loud.
Speak the truth.
Speak, be proud.
PRE-CHORUS3
Stand tall, my friend.
You do not bend.
CHORUS3
We leave no doubt,
For truth we shout.
Our words take flight.
Let’s set things right.
REFRAIN
Speak up……
Speak loud……
Speak the truth……
Speak, be proud……

Speak Up (ft. Arianna Rader - vocals)

Arianna Rader sings this ballad about the need for meditation in our lives. Written and produced by Dave Heffner.
LYRICS
VERSE1
In the stillness
Of the moment,
The sun peeks through the trees.
The day awakens.
I think of the times
I looked, but did not see.
CHORUS1
With Love,
In Peace,
With Kindness,
And Humility.
VERSE2
As the morning
Fades behind me,
I struggle through the day.
Distractions surround me.
Temptations confound me.
I can easily lose my way.
CHORUS2
With Love,
In Peace,
With Kindness,
And Humility.

Meditation (ft. Arianna Rader)

Arianna Rader sings this song about the power of nature to reset our place in the world and to appreciate the things around us.
LYRICS
Verse1
Thunder sounds. I look to the sky.
It stirs my soul. It makes me cry.
Verse2
Wind in my face. Trees bending down.
Power around me is so profound.
Pre-Chorus
I walk to the river. My spirits high.
I feel renewed. I feel alive.
Chorus
Living. Living
La, la, la, la, la, la, la
Bridge (see below)
Verse3
Day by day, not much control.
Breathe in breathe out: It calms my soul.
Verse4
Gray clouds part. The sky turns blue.
Touches my heart. I think of you.
(Pre-Chorus2)
(Chorus2)
Bridge: Part1
In the still of the night, like a sky at war,
A distant rumble, like a lion’s roar.
Clouds are gathering. Air thick and tense.
The storm begins. Let the show commence.
Part2
Raindrops fall. Rhythm on the ground.
Each clap of thunder, a primal sound.
It shakes the core. It stirs within.
The elements dance. The storm begins.
Part3
The storm moves on. Thunder fades away,
Leaving calm at the break of day.

Walk To The River (ft. Arianna Rader - vocals)

Lidia Cisneros featured on vocals to this gospel styled song.
LYRICS
VERSE 1
I’ve been walking through the valley, through the trials and the storms,
Felt the weight upon my shoulders, like I couldn’t go on.
Heard You call my name, Lord, ‘til I felt Your gentle hand.
I’ll step into your garden, where Your love will help me stand.

CHORUS 1
I step into your garden, where the rivers overflow.
Where the flowers bloom with mercy, and the winds of Heaven blow.
In the presence of my Savior, chains break… I am free.
I step into Your garden, where You walk and talk with me!
Walk and talk with me!

VERSE 2
Oh, the world can try to shake me. Try to pull me far away.
But Your light is like the sunrise, turning night into day.
In the soil of grace and glory, I am planted by Your word,
And the harvest of Your goodness is the sweetest ever heard!
	
CHORUS 2
I step into your garden, where the rivers overflow.
Where the flowers bloom with mercy, and the winds of Heaven blow.
In the presence of my Savior, chains break… I am free.
I step into your garden, where You walk and talk with me!
Walk and talk with me!

REFRAIN ( I )
Hallelujah! I am growing in Your truth and in Your grace. 
Every promise You have spoken, I receive it in this place!
I will praise You in the morning. I will praise You through the night.
In the garden, I have Jesus, and my soul is full of light!
And my soul is full of light!

REFRAIN ( WE )
Hallelujah! We are growing in Your truth and in Your grace. 
Every promise You have spoken, we receive it in this place!
We will praise You in the morning. We will praise You through the night.
In the garden, we have Jesus, and our souls are full of light!
And our souls are full of light!

Step Into Your Garden (ft. Lidia Cisneros)

Colorado Songwriter, Electronic Musician, Producer. ASCAP member. Ballads, Dance, Rock, Electronica, Jazz, Hip Hop, with a mix of everything else. All original compositions with live artists on most tracks. Piano study began at 5 years old, continued through university study and incorporated with electronic music since the introduction of MIDI. Have taught, consulted and composed electronic music. Primary platform is Pro Tools, with which I also do training and consulting. Open to collaboration. More information at my website.