We came in on the Greyhound, dust still on our boots
Tomatoes in our memory, and hope in our roots
Tony ran a kitchen where the city came to dine
He bought our summer harvest, said the flavor was divine
A limo met us curbside, folks were craning necks
My dad just tipped his cowboy hat, no need to second guess
He wore that grin I knew so well, the one that always fit
His “get a load of this” face—never fazed a bit
Get a load of this, two worlds collide
One grew the garden, one served the pride
From rows of red to plates of gold
They shared a laugh, a story told
One wore boots, one city shine
But both stood tall in their own design
And I learned how to live like I wish
From the men who said… get a load of this
Coney Island shimmered, Tony led the way
Fedora on his forehead, shoes Italian made.
My dad in denim faded, boots with honest wear
They looked like walking postcards from a time that wasn’t there
They didn’t talk in lessons, didn’t preach or teach
Just let the moment speak for them, like waves along the beach
Tony cracked a joke, Dad gave a nod and wink
And I stood in the middle, learning how to think
Get a load of this, two worlds collide
One grew the garden, one served Italian pride
From rows of red to plates of gold
They shared a laugh, a story told
One wore boots, one city shine
But both stood tall in their own design
And I learned how to live like I wish
From the men who said… get a load of this
It wasn’t just the food or fame
It was the way they played the game
was open hearts and steady hands
They built a life that understands
Get a load of this, I say it proud
When the world gets noisy, when the crowd gets loud
I smile like Dad, I laugh like Tony
And try to walk past all the phony
From farm to table, grit to grace
They found their joy in every place
And I learned how to live how I wish
From the men who said… get a load of this

All rights held by the songwriter Edwin H. Balder

Link to more of our Singer/songwriter style hits you can cover into fame because of your take!

https://soundcloud.com/edwin-balder/sets/best-new-folk-americana?si=04e0155163644977b37cf8c0a04f3c53&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

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i took a break to work on myself as a human being. through years of therapy, i'm finally able to come to terms with myself.

Remembering Willy de Ville R.I.P. " I call your Name"🎤🙏
https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=eXVSgjWlldM&feature=shared

Information is not knowledge, knowledge is not
 wisdom, wisdom is not truth, truth Is not beauty, beauty is not love, love is not music, music is the best" (Frank Zappa)


Lyrics for Stytz Syndicate, W. Dannemann (TOX!), Rusty Stone and many more..
Rock/Metal/Blues/Poprock/Reggae/Soul/Funk/Americana//World/Folk/Country
Hint.. use ear./headphones for better sound transparency and enjoy.. comments always welcome!
My motto is.. good music matters.. even if it doesn´t pay you moneywise.. and I love good stories and have deep respect for lyric/ songwriters who really have to say something. John Hiatt is one of my alltime favs.
The majority of the songillustrations are personal photos taken by me !

If you like you can check out more of our music:  
First of all a tribute to Jimi Hendrix by Stytz: Castles Made Of Sand

https://youtu.be/9Qp9gJsElNk?feature=shared

Stytz /Stytz Syndicate on: spotify. youtube.
Stytz also represented by =Fuego Music" since 2023
www.stytz.com https://youtu.be/s0iWCPIQIwA?feature=shared

Rusty Stone/Rev. Rusty&The Case on youtube and spotify
Rusty Stone:  on  Bandcamp and youtube. https://youtu.be/bXaGoJ6Adtg?feature=shared
recommended Video on YouTube "Nighttime"!https://youtu.be/FJ0P3A8rNtw?feature=shared and
https://youtu.be/qNprIPofKNk?feature=sharednd live with "THE CASE"
https://youtu.be/UYqLAVrW7DA?feature=shared



" Prince Of Darkness 1985 and Tox 1986"  by ZYX-music/ Golden Core Records : re-released 08/ 2024.  also on Youtube and Spotify!https://youtu.be/jb6GsSGtydo?feature=shared


Last but not least.. my personal fav. band when it comes to metal.. melodic death metal...to be clear.. "Craving for Chaos" Band Munich ..on youtube, spotify.instagram, facebook and bandcamp..check them out!
live:  https://youtu.be/Swi9S7eqytM?feature=sharedhttps://youtu.be/Swi9S7eqytM?feature=shared
and back to the roots..Leadguitarist Jeremy at the age of 16
https://youtu.be/RRnsa-SSkoo?feature=shared (recorded with a simple photo camera- and the original camerasound ..no overdubs/ lol)
also:
Metal Virtuosos !" Voodoo Gods"    https://youtu.be/k31qUslUyck?feature=shared

Listening to music is one of life's greatest pleasures, an immersive experience that transcends words and connects with the soul. It has the power to evoke emotions, transport us to different places, and even create a soundtrack for various moments in our lives. Whether it’s the uplifting beat of a favorite pop song, the soothing melodies of classical composition, or the raw energy of rock, each genre offers a unique way to express feelings and tell stories

In the shadows of Apache Junction, at the foot of the majestic Superstition Mountains, sits a weathered hacienda. This desert oasis is home to an enigmatic figure, a songwriter whose journey reads like a long, dusty road of honky-tonk bars and college cafeterias. He wasn't chasing fame or glitter; instead, he chose the soul-crushing beauty of music for music's sake.

Years spent hunched over sticky barroom tables and scribbling lyrics on napkins earned him a reputation—not in the spotlight but in the back rooms where deals are made. He wrote melodies that found their way into the hearts of stars who had lost their own muse. He sold his creations for cash, with no recognition, but the whisper of his songs carried the weight of his soul.

Finally, he bought this piece of desert paradise—a stable income from his timeless songs allowed him to live comfortably, if anonymously. Here in this hacienda, with his family beside him and the mountains as his backdrop, he found the peace to write hits under his own name. He chuckled at the irony that now, without chasing fame, he could create music that brought him joy.

In the end, it was never about the spotlight. It was about the journey, the stories, and the songs that wrote themselves through his life. As the sun set behind the Superstitions, casting long shadows over the hacienda, he strummed his guitar and sang—content, unknown, and unburdened by the world's gaze.


Copyright 2019 Edwin H. Balder

I may be dead when fame comes but my real glory was always JULIE & The Kids. Thank you for such love

C.W. Music Productions creates original, genre-spanning songs with the help of AI — blending human storytelling, satire, and emotion with cutting-edge technology. From folk to funk, protest ballads to comic pop, every track is crafted with purpose, curiosity, and a love for independent sound.

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Edwin Balder