"Try It On," offers encouragement to anyone who agrees with Judy Garland in The Wizard of Oz that "... the dreams that you dare to dream really do come true..." approves of how Cinderella and the Prince went about their business... and feels that this is probably as good a time as any to live life to the fullest and spread some love around.

Try It On

My new song, Said a Father, was conceived as an acoustic tribute to fathers and mothers - and in this case, a couple of the best parents a child could ever hope to have. 

The video's music, lyrics, photographs - and my father's paintings -  continue to help unwrap the gift of those early "golden" years. 

Gratitude may not necessarily be uppermost in a child's mind or actions in "the heat of the moment" growing up, yet as I've come to realize over time: awareness of the sacrifices made by my parents  - and the love they gave my brother, sister and me - are the kind of presents you don't outgrow.

Said A Father

Way Bye and Bye

From SongWeb's review of Michael Lyon's album, What Could Be: Lyon’s narrative abilities show through in this moving song titled “One Man’s War.” He addresses the complexity of personal adversity and perseverance. The instrumentation is complex, which adds depth to the story. The beat, masterfully delivered vocals, mesmerizing riffs, and superb performance of this tune work in flawless harmony to create a unique listening experience."  https://www.michaellyonmusic.com/

One Man's War

From SongWeb's review of Michael Lyon's album, What Could Be: “Family Tree” dives into the nuances of family relationships, providing a rich lyrical image of heritage and the bonds that unite generations. This song features a laidback, calm composition style that digs deep into the exploration going on with the fingerstyle guitar, along with Lyon’s amazing range. It is easy to listen to and creates a lasting effect on the listener. It was enjoyable to listen to. https://www.michaellyonmusic.com/

Family Tree

THE QUEEN OF BROADWAY

Potomac Overlook

Angel From Montgomery

odgms

Bridges Tumble

Do YOU believe in love at first sight? If you're anything like Prince Paris, falling head over heels for Helen of Troy in ancient Greek times, you may have some explaining to do... In any event, most would agree that it's changed many worlds. 

Love at First Sight is a new love song from songwriter Michael Lyon -  now streaming to a mobile device near you on sites like SoundCloud and one of a dozen original compositions from Michael's soon-to-be released album, titled CURIOSITY.

Love at First Sight

My Guess It's God

My new song,"Better Future," is an invitation for us to come together in the spirit of mutual respect, hard work, and common values - the American can-DO attitude. It not only made our united country possible in the first place, but the envy and hope of the world ever since. 

If ever there was a time for us to live up to the promise of those cherished words from The Declaration of Independence: "We hold these truths to be self-evident..." that time is now. 

Woody Guthrie expressed it movingly in his folk song, "This Land is Your Land." So did Bob Dylan with "Blowin' in the Wind," John Lennon in "Imagine," and Bruce Springsteen in "The Rising." May the vast number of brighter tomorrows awaiting us and our children, and the realization of all we are capable of when putting our heads together, help summon our strength of common purpose in making these fondest of dreams a reality.

Better Future
by Michael Lyon

Someone wants to place a bigger crown upon his head
Long ago we changed the way our country would be led
Make our greatness real 
What we long to feel
Drawn to where a better future lies ahead
One of high ideals, hopes and dreams
There a better future lies ahead

The founding of America took place through blood and toil
Had the battles not been won, no nation would be born
In that hard-fought way 
It is ours today 
and tomorrow if we have our say
Find out how greatness feels, speaking truth that heals
Our much better future cries out
Let a better future rise ahead

We've come a long long way 
to make this home today 
and tomorrow if we have our say
There within our reach - respect for each
Our much better future cries out
Proud steps forward leaving no doubt
It's true, a better future lies ahead

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Better Future

Michael Lyon wrote, sang & played all the songs for albums 1, 2, and 3 - Pictures, Waking Up & Curiosity - and just NOW-released: #4, What Could Be. https://www.michaellyonmusic.com/

Family Tree

Michael Lyon

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