Ok, final day seven of the Fearless Songwriter Challenge. The prompt was: "Do a Google image search for your favorite visual artist, and try to describe something from all the images that you see as if they were one. Better yet, try it for your least favorite artist."  I chose Salvador Dali, and looked at the litho of his painting that sits above my childhood piano in our living room :-)

Never Asked to the Party
Words & Music by Marci Geller

Wearing the dress that resembles her heart
Though never asked to the party.
She still held hope that a suitor would call,
Invite her to join the story.

Chorus
She’ll never find it. No she’ll never know.
She’ll never find it when it’s right under her nose.

Glimmer of hope, there’s a note on her door
But opens to read that he’s sorry.
He found another whose strings he’d plucked
And sent him off in a scurry.

Chorus
Bridge
Laden only by wilted time and rumors of misconception.
Spent from battles she never waged. She tides one on and sighs.

Balance the words on the tip of her tongue,
Afraid she’ll spill too much passion.
Blind to her power she reigns it in 
And aches for some compassion.
© Copyright 2013 by Marci Geller/Paisley Saucers Music SESAC

Never Asked to the Party

Fearless Songwriter September 2017 Prompt: The City Air. This has NOTHING to do with the prompt...it started out incorporating it, and then it took a turn.

Lyrics:
Remember
Words and music by Marci Geller
I. 
	Why would I expect a change when it’s already clear?
You’re married to your pain ‘cause it let’s you disappear.

And you are drowning in my fear.

Chorus
I hope you’ll remember, I hope you’ll remember in the morning.
I hope you’ll remember, that you can surrender my darling,
And I’ll be here.

II.
	Every time you think that you’ve found a new gem
	You can drink to empty bottles, but you’re emptier than them.

	You are drowning in my fear.

  Chorus
I hope you’ll remember, I hope you’ll remember in the morning.
I hope you’ll remember, that you can surrender my darling,
And I’ll be here.

III.
	After the buzz wears off and leaves you with a chill,
	Even the saddest one can’t fill the void you spilled.

	You’re all alone.

© Copyright 9-1-17 by Marci Geller, Paisley Saucers Music/ SESAC

Fearless Songwriter August 2017

Remember - Demo Fearless Songwriter Day 6

Last day of the Fearless Songwriter Challenge. Day 7 prompt was "Two People" which became the title. Some tweaking to do, but overall happy with this one.
Lyrics:

TWO PEOPLE
Words and music by Marci Geller
I.	G		        Ab°7			        Am
	Two people in a boat trying hard to stay afloat 
				      D7
In the midst of some nasty weather.
G		                Ab°7			                  Am
They keep paddling along ‘til the wind gets way too strong
				      D7
So they huddle and hold each other.

Chorus    Dm7	  Ab°7	  Am7	   Gb°7
Horizon is so hazy, their outcome is a maybe
       G			 Bb7 A7	G
So baby, let’s keep riding this storm.

II.	G		        Ab°7			        		      Am
Two people up a tree. Climbed as high as they could see
				              D7
To find that the view’s obstructed.
G		        Ab°7			        		      Am
So they ponder their descent but decide to stay instead
				              D7
When they realize the ground’s corrupted.

Bridge C					Db°7
When the started there were no guarantees
	        G     D/F#	 Em7
But their innocence was boundless.
	A7
So perhaps it’s no big surprise
	D7
What matters to them is countless.

III.	G		        Ab°7			        Am
Two people on the lam try to salvage what they can
				   D7
When the time comes to choose possessions.
G		        Ab°7			        		  Am
But the things they leave behind really only do remind
				              D7
Them of what was distraction.
© Copyright 9-2-17 by Marci Geller, Paisley Saucers Music/SESAC

Two People- Demo Fearless Songwriter September 2017 Day 7

I have the flu but was feeling well enough to attempt Day 1. Prompt was: Broken Key, and I had just read an article about people finding love later in life. This is what I got:
Lyrics:
Golden Love
Words and music by Marci Geller
I.
Gsus2			Em7	      Cma9		        Abmaj9 Gm7/C
From the moment our eyes met, I felt this immediate knowing.
Gsus2				 Em7			Am9		      Dsus  D
We traveled light years in just one breath. Our tides ebbing and flowing.
        Gm7		      Fmaj7		    Cm7			       Bbmaj9
I’ve tried to crack the wall I’ve built to shield me from uncertain fate.
      Bbm7		        Fmaj7			Gm7			  C7
If I open the door and let you in will you show me it’s not too late?

Chorus
Abmaj9	Gm7		        Cmaj7 Abmaj9	Gm7		        Cmaj7
Let’s take a chance on golden love.  Never too late for golden love.

II.
Gsus2			Em7	  Cma9			 Abmaj9 Gm7/C
I tried to show you a picture of when I was hopeful and younger.
Gsus2				 Em7			Am9		      Dsus  D
You told me all that really matters is how I make you feel this hunger. 
        Gm7		      Fmaj7		    Cm7			       Bbmaj9
I know we may not get to spend that many years together.
      Bbm7		        Fmaj7			Gm7			  C7
We will promise to make each moment count from now until forever.

Chorus

Bridge
Cm7			       Bbmaj9
In your arms, I feel as light as feather. 
	Abmaj7	    Gm7	   Cmaj7
Your smile sends a shiver right through me.
	        Cm7			 Bbmaj9
Whatever comes our way we’ll weather together.
	 Bbm7			Ebsus
I’m so thankful that you have renewed me.

III.
Gsus2			Em7	      Cma9	                 Abmaj9 Gm7/C
From the moment our eyes met, I felt this immediate knowing.
Chorus

© Copyright 1/7/18 by Marci Geller/Paisley Saucers Music SESAC

Fearless Challenge Janaury 2018

Fearless Songwriter January 2018 Day 1: Golden Love Demo

Fearless Songwriter January 2018 Day 2 Prompt: Seen an old friend 
Flu is kicking my butt but, I got a song:

Hawk Preys on Nightingale
Words and music by Marci Geller
Fearless Songwriter January 2018 Day 2 Prompt: Seen an old friend 

Hawk Preys on Nightingale
I.
Fsus2				    A-9
I saw you from a distance. I knew it was you right away.
Fsus2				                    A-9
I turned so you wouldn’t notice, but fate is funny that way.
Fsus2				A-9
Easily you smiled. Was it danger-was it dear?
        Gsus2		          Fsus2	                Am7			
The next move is on my shoulders. I’m negotiating here.

Chorus
C     C/Bb		    F			     Fm7	      Am7
Oh, did you enjoy the game? You flew me higher than cocaine.
		    Em		                F	       Fm7			C
Then stole the wind that filled my sail. The hawk preys on nightingale.
C     C/Bb		    F			     Fm7	      Am7
Oh, did you enjoy the game? You flew me higher than cocaine.
		    Em		                F	       Fm7			Am9
Then stole the wind that filled my sail. The hawk preys on nightingale.

II.
Fsus2				        A-9
Confidence is your shadow. It hides your blades and knives
Fsus2				        	      A-9
Used to dissect hearts and souls so no one can survive.
Fsus2				            A-9
I am trying to remember all the damage you had done.
Gsus2		        	 Fsus2	                        Am7			
Part of me wants to save you because you’re the damaged one.

Chorus

III.
Fsus2				               A-9
Today I chose myself to save and sent you on your way.
Fsus2				        		            A-9
You laughed and called me “coward,” but the coward just got away.
Fsus2				          A-9
I have no need to harm you. Revenge is never sweet.
 Gsus2                 Fsus2	Am7			
Distance in my savior and proof of your defeat.

Chorus
© Copyright 1/8/18 by Marci Geller/Paisley Saucers Music SESAC

Hawk Preys On Nightingale-Demo

Fearless Songwriter January 2018 Day 3 Prompt: What Would You Write in the Dust?

I'm feel like the flu is finally almost gone. Got this little ditty. Barely any voice, but it's meant to be quiet.
Lyrics:
I Do
Words and music by Marci Geller
I.
 		   	 	 
I will always choose palm trees. You love the change of seasons.

I’ll take tea over coffee. Your mocha latte never needs a reason.

Chorus
      
And we may disagree on the smallest of niceties
                  
But darling we’re the reason they created I Do.

II.
 		   	 	 
You would rather wake early. I’ll stay in bed until you unfurl me.

I like a lazy, long weekend. You like to use them to fix and to mend.

Chorus

Refrain
      
I wouldn’t change the thing. You’re my every reason to sing.
                  
My darling we’re the reason they created I do. 

© Copyright 1/9/18 by Marci Geller/Paisley Saucers Music SESAC

I Do - Demo

Fearless Songwriter January 2018 Day 4 Prompt: What was your childhood treasure? 

Still not 100% from this kller flu, but feeling my strongest so far...
 
Lyrics:

Saving Grace (For Dad)
Words and music by Marci Geller

		D/F#		      F#m
Whatever it takes to lift you up 
	         Bm		      G
out of this dark and fragile state.
          Em                 Asus4       A7	   D/F#   Asus 4  A7
You can be certain that I’m your saving grace.

		   D/F#		           F#m	
You were the one who steadied the ground. 
          		Bm		   		       G
When I was undone—you proved I was found.
          Em                 Asus4      A7	       D/F#     G  D/F#
This is my calling. Now I’m your saving grace.

F#m	         Bm	    Em		             Asus4 A7
No need to tally the mountains or the valleys.

		D/F#		           F#m
Whatever it takes to help you through 
	   Bm		   	        G
the disappointments and mistakes
          Em                 Asus4       A7	       D/F# Asus 4  A7    
You can be certain that I’m your saving grace.

F#m	         Bm	      Em		 Asus4 A7
A bond unbroken—a promise never spoken.

		D/F#		     F#m	      Bm		   	 G
Whenever the stakes seem too high, one word is all it ever takes.
       Em          	 Asus4   A7	   D/F#    Asus 4  A7
This is my calling; To be your saving grace.
       	   Em          Asus4   A7                D/F#    Asus 4  A7
If you loose the glory. I’ll be your saving grace.
          Em                 Asus4    A7   	    D/F#  Asus 4  A7  
This is our story—each other’s saving grace. 

© Copyright 1/10/18 by Marci Geller/Paisley Saucers Music SESAC

Saving Grace – Demo

Fearless Songwriter Challenge Day 5 Prompt: Cheap Cigars

I'm pretty sure the actual "flu" is over with, but still struggling with feeling winded. This song...probably belongs back in the 40's or something. Oh well. I wrote something:-)
Lyrics:

Someday Soon
Words and music by Marci Geller
		E					        G#m
He smokes cheap cigars that stain his last few teeth.
A		       Am9		  E
Lately he must force himself to eat.
A			        Bb-7b5		        E		B/D#    C#m7     
Smiles are more than costly ‘cause they always conjure her.
	Am					    B A/C# Bº/D B/D#
He’s winding down the clock until the final curtain.

Chorus
Am7	        D7	        Gm7	         C7           Fmaj7
Someday soon they’ll meet on the moon to dance.
Bm7	        Esus4add2   C#m7      F#7
She is the one who inspired the sun.
	Bm7		Esus4add2 Aadd2
He’ll be with her someday soon.

	   E					       G#m
He has one good suit he’s saving for the end.
                A		        Am9		  E
Though no one will be there to bury him.
  A	                     Bb-7b5	       E	     B/D#    C#m7     
He had filled his heart up leaving only room for her.
Am			     B A/C# Bº/D B/D#
No anticipation that she’d go first.

Chorus

         E					                      G#m
The days are growing shorter and he’s prepared.
A		          Am9		    E
She was the only one who ever cared.
A			  Bb-7b5	         E		   B/D#       C#m7     
There’s only two cigars left. Which one will share his last breath?
        Am					  B A/C# Bº/D B/D#
The three of them are waiting for the final curtain.

© Copyright 1/11/18 by Marci Geller/Paisley Saucers Music SESAC

Someday Soon – Demo

Fearless Songwriter 01/18 Day 6 Prompt: Econoline Van

I feel the flu is gone. Lung issues linger. I wasn't able to use the prompt at all today. I tried. I relented to the muse. Lyrics:


It’s the Rain
Words and music by Marci Geller
Chorus
D		      Bm7				      F#m
Why are there some days I can’t tune out the pain?
A		       		  	    D
It’s the rain, it’s the rain, it’s the rain.
D		         Bm7		                F#m
I transport from grounded to feeling insane.
A		       		  	    D
It’s the rain, it’s the rain, it’s the rain.
I.
G		    F#m	         G			F#m
I’m calling to dispel excuses. I know I’ve let you down.
G		    F#m	         	   Em7			     Asus4add2
But if I honor what the truth is, would you still want me around?
II.
G		      F#m	         	      G			               F#m
I wasted hours surfing headlines. Fought with someone I don’t know.
G		          F#m	         	         Em7	                Asus4add2
I now wish I that I could rewind instead of feeling so low.

Chorus

Bridge 
   Em			         D/F#
I checked the weather for tomorrow.
  G			         D/F#
They’re predicting clouds.
   Em			         D/F#
I’m can’t pretend to hide my sorry..
   Em7		          Asus4add2
I’ll share it if that’s allowed.

Chorus, then add out chorus:
D	          Bm7	                          F#m
I don’t feel sorry, just a little bit lame.
A		       		  	    D
It’s the rain, it’s the rain, it’s the rain.
D		      Bm7		                	  F#m
It’s not a good reason but it’s something to blame.
A		       		  	    F#m G F#m G F#m G D
It’s the rain, it’s the rain, it’s the rain.

© Copyright 1/12/18 by Marci Geller/Paisley Saucers Music SESAC

It's The Rain - Demo

Last day of the fearless songwriter challenge. Day 7 prompt: Old Piano

I struggled with coughing-remnants of this stupid flu. Finally had to relinquish and allow a track with a really pitchy vocal. 
Lyrics:

For Sterling
Words and music by Marci Geller
I.
           Cadd2				Fadd2
I was fifteen when my parents first brought you home.
	       Am		           G		            Cadd2
It was the moment I knew nothing would be the same.
       Cadd2			            Fadd2
I decided you belonged to me and me alone.
	          Am	          G		         Cadd2
We would spend our days playing one another.

          F		          G
And even boys and cats could never
Am		       G		          Cadd2
Be a match when we’re together.

II.
	  Cadd2			    Fadd2
When I had to leave for college I was told you’d stay behind.
          Am	           G				 Cadd2
I was introduced to new friends who served their purpose.
         Cadd2				Fadd2
And even though I longed for you I knew I had to try
       Am		              G		          Cadd2
To take a chance and find romance with others.

          F		         G
The very grandest one of all
   Am		  G		        CAdd2     
I must admit I thought I’d fall for…

III.
           Cadd2			        Fadd2
After college when I settled into my own place
	           Am		      G			   Cadd2
There was a certain sense of accomplishment and peace.
    Cadd2				    Fadd2
It took some strange maneuvering to find your perfect space.
	      Am		    G		            Cadd2
We were reunited and took up where we left.

          F		      G
And even to this very day
    Am		       G		             Cadd2
If I walk past you pull me into play.
© Copyright 1/13/18 by Marci Geller/Paisley Saucers Music SESAC

For Sterling - Demo 2

PLEASE NOTE: I use this SoundCloud account ONLY for demos of songs that I write for the Fearless Songwriter Challenge, and other song challenges. These are NOT professionally recorded. They re song into my iPhone the DAY i write the song :-)

Bio:
Singer/songwriter Marci Geller has a lofty resume. Marci has performed on television shows that include: Live! With Regis, Good Day NY, The Fox Morning Show and Better CT.  She has a multitude of soundtrack placements and toured as the support act for Blackmore's Night. She was just chosen by Independent Songwriter Magazine (ISWM) as the "Editors Choice" as one of their favorite songwriters of the last decade. Called a "Female John Prine" by Gail Larkin, UUBR and an "East Coast Joni Mitchell" by Judy Antoon, Harid Conservatory, Marci is known for her strong songwriting skills and emotionally raw performances.

Noteworthy
Top 100 Folk Albums of 2012!
Official Showcase 2013 NERFA 1-Day
Finalist 2013 CT Folk Festival Song Competition
Debuted at # 33 Top Album on Folk DJ for September
Climbed to # 10 on the Cashbox Magazine/Roots Music Report's Folk Top 50     
Climbed to # 3 on the Cashbox Magazine/Roots Music Report's NY: Roots Radio Airplay Chart
Track 1 & 13 chosen as a “Rich’s Pick” Midnight Special by Rich Warren, WFMT, 98.7

"One of the finest singer/songwriters we’ve come across.”
- David Buskin, Buskin and Batteau, Modern Man
 
"You have a big gift"
- Michael Jaworek,The Birchmere
 
"I personally felt Marci was one of the finest artists I've heard in a long time"
Arlene Boumel, President Broward Folk Club

Her music can be heard in soundtracks on MTV, VH-1, PBS, ABC Family, A&E, Discovery Channel, USA Network and others. Her passion and tenacity have enabled her to forge a distinct niche in the independent music arena. She was voted one of the “Top 10 Best Singer/Songwriters” by Independent Songwriter magazine and is a frequent “Featured Artist” at ArtistLaunch.com.

The piano based chanteuse has been compared to Tori Amos and Sarah McLachlan and called “A Millenium Carole King” by Ear Candy Magazine. 

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