keeping the Family together..yes quite a mammoth task;),great song,Mike!👌

In This Guitar is a heartfelt country song by Tristan Roberson that captures the deep connection between a musician and their instrument. It weaves a story of passion, memories, and the struggles and triumphs carried within the strings. With raw emotion and authentic storytelling, the song resonates with anyone who's ever poured their heart into their craft. It's a tribute to the power of music and the stories a guitar can tell.

In This Guitar

Break the ice ‘neath this lonesome sky,
Bite the bullet, let my old heart cry.
Costs an arm to roam this rugged land,
No cuttin’ corners with a drifter’s hand.
Hit the sack when the campfire’s low,
Come rain or shine, where the wild winds blow.
A penny for thoughts, but they’re all I own,
Actions speak louder when you’re ridin’ alone.  


Break the ice ‘neath this lonesome sky,

**About This Track**  
—an original AI-assisted song released by Rob Nelson who is “Bring Your Own Brilliance,” and Ron Cameron who is “Alien Garden.” This track blends our human creative choices with AI tools to bring our ideas to life in a unique and expressive way.

**Creative & Technical Details**  
- **Lyrics**: [All “Alien Garden” song tracks = Ron Cameron]
- **Lyrics**: [All “Bring Your Own Brilliance” = Rob Nelson]  
- **Executive Producer**: [All “Alien Garden” song tracks = Ron Cameron]
- **Executive Producer**: [All “Bring Your Own Brilliance” song tracks = Rob Nelson]
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- **Audio Format & Editing**: for all song tracks: MP3 and WAV files generated by TopMediAI and refined using NCH Software (trims, fades, format conversions)  
- **Stem Splitting**: for all song tracks; LaLaLaLa AI  
- **Cover Art**: all song tracks; Created using Stable Diffusion 3 Online, Aiease.ai, Pollo.ai, and Pixabay artists (Creative Commons)  
- **Song Structure & Mood Profiling**: all song tracks; Cyanite AI

**CHOICES Explained**  
“CHOICES” is our code word for the creative blueprint of each track—instrumentation, vocal tone, genre, tempo, and mood. Every song starts with our direction. The AI supports our choices; it doesn’t make them for us.

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As TopMediAI members, we retain full commercial and non-commercial rights to this track under their [Terms & Conditions](https://www.topmediai.com/terms-conditions/). All lyrics, arrangements, and production outputs are considered original works owned by Rob and/or Ron.

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We welcome musicians and producers to re-record or adapt our lyrics and music. Please credit us in any future releases that borrow from our work.

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**A Final Note**  
This track was created with care, creative intention, and love for music that tells a story. Thank you for visiting—your support fuels every note we share.

"Later, Alligator!!" (Dance Hall Mix) [Version # 6] [LATA6]

Verse 1]
I heard the tide roll in this morning’
Like a whisper on the wind
She packed up her heart and memories
And hit the road again
Now she’s somewhere past Corolla
With her bare feet in the sand
I’m here stuck in Carolina clay
Wishing’ I could hold her hand

[Chorus]
She’s on the Outer Banks, chasing’ seagulls and dreams
Sun-kissed and salty, breaking’ free at the seams
I’m still holding’ on, but she’s gone with the tide
Leaving’ footprints in the shore, where the sea and heart collide
Yeah, she’s on the Outer Banks... and I’m barely getting’ by

[Verse 2]
We used to talk about forever
On back roads and porch swing nights
But sometimes love ain’t weatherproof
And storms don't end in light
She found peace in the   lighthouse
Where I only saw the rain
Now she’s watching’ sunsets
While I drown in this pain

[Chorus]
She’s on the Outer Banks, chasing’ seagulls and dreams
Sun-kissed and salty, breaking’ free at the seams
I’m still holding’ on, but she’s gone with the tide
Leaving’ footprints in the shore, where the sea and heart collide
Yeah, she’s on the Outer Banks... and I’m barely getting’ by

[Bridge]
Maybe she’ll send a postcard
Or maybe she won’t look back
But I’ll keep her in my rearview
Till my world fades to black

[Final Chorus]
She’s on the Outer Banks, where the wild horses run
A free spirit riding’ waves, soaking’ up that sun
I’m still missing’ her, in this landlocked life
While she’s out there living’, I’m just trying’ to survive
Yeah, she’s on the Outer Banks...
And I’m still wondering’ why.......................

"She's on the Outer Banks"

Still Here, Still Trying is a record about what it really feels like to carry the weight.
Leadership, fatherhood, marriage — showing up, holding it together, keeping your people safe.
The responsibility to stay strong, even when you feel anything but.

This album is about that quiet fight.
The pressure of being the one who’s supposed to keep moving forward, even on the days when the ground feels shaky beneath you.
It’s about doubt. About failing forward. About learning that strength doesn’t always look like confidence — sometimes it looks like exhaustion and still choosing to stay.

These songs live in the space between love and pressure. Between exhaustion and hope. Between being who you want to be and fearing you’ll never quite measure up.
They speak to the weight of holding a family together while trying to hold yourself together too.
But more than anything, they’re about staying.
Choosing home. Choosing love.
Choosing to keep trying.

The bonus track at the end — “I See You (Even When You Don’t)” — is from her side of the story.
It’s a reminder that the people who love us see through the armor, through the weight, through the bullshit.
They know how hard we’re trying.
They love us for it anyway.

Still here. Still fighting. Still trying.

Still Here, Still Trying

Happiness Spreader
[Verse]
You wag your tail like the sun’s in your veins
Chasing the clouds
You erase all my pain
Paws in the dirt
You’re the king of the yard
Every moment with you hits me hard

[Prechorus]
No words
Just eyes that know
No leash
But I can’t let go

[Chorus]
You are my happiness spreader
My furball of forever
You run
You leap
You’re free
And you bring that freedom to me
Oh
My beloved dog

[Verse 2]
The couch is your throne
The floor’s your domain
Your snores are music that calms every strain
A nose in my hand
You’re my silent plea
When the world feels heavy
You set me free

[Bridge]
Mud on your paws
Joy on your face
In your mess
I find my grace
Your bark’s the anthem I never knew
A melody only sung by you

[Chorus]
You are my happiness spreader
My furball of forever
You run
You leap
You’re free
And you bring that freedom to me
Oh
My beloved dog

Happiness Spreader

This one’s for anyone who’s ever put their heart into something and been told it’s not “real” enough.

"The Voice Is Mine" is me pushing back.
It’s about making something honest, raw, and personal — and watching people dismiss it the second they hear how it was made.
Because when you use a new tool, or create outside the lines, they think the pain is somehow easier.
Like the heartbreak didn't happen.
Like the late nights didn’t matter.
Like the fear, the sweat, the years — were artificial.

But fuck that.
These lyrics came from real places.
These songs come from the same ache every artist knows:
wanting to be heard, and not erased.

This isn’t a brand.
This isn’t a trend.
This is mine.
And no one gets to tell me otherwise.


The Voice Is Mine

Learn The Hard Way

Ain't Enough Road

A raw, story-driven country ballad about mistakes, redemption, and the wisdom you only get from living it. The Long Way Home takes you through years of love lost, promises kept, and lessons learned the hard way — but always with hope that love finds its way back. Steel-string grit, porchlight warmth, and the kind of truth that only comes with age.

The Long Way Home

A feel-good, genre-blending journey through the sounds of Southern rock, country, and folk. It's an eclectic mix that feels like a live jam session, with intricate guitar work, layered harmonies, and a laid-back, summery vibe. The songs are rich with storytelling, painting vivid pictures of life, love, and the open road. From upbeat, celebratory anthems perfect for a bonfire, to heartfelt, reflective ballads that tug at the heartstrings, the album maintains a consistent mood of laid-back authenticity. It's music that's both polished and raw, a perfect soundtrack for a long drive, a day at the beach, or just kicking back with friends.

Always Here For You

Clouds in the Twilight Desert Sky
By Roadrunner Reverie Genre: Classic Country Rock with Celestial Ambience
Thematic Essence
This song is a love letter to twilight—a time when nature and imagination blur. It captures the emotional and visual transformation of the sky as day fades, using clouds as metaphors for memory, emotion, and transcendence.
•	Twilight as a portal: The lyrics treat dusk not just as a time of day, but as a gateway to introspection, creativity, and emotional awakening.
•	Clouds as storytellers: Each verse paints clouds as dynamic, sentient forms—ghost ships, creatures, dreams, and even spiritual guides.
Lyric Analysis
Verses 1–3: Visual and Mythic Imagery
•	“Points of light from a ghost ship’s helm” conjures a haunting, nautical mysticism.
•	The shifting colors and forms evoke a painterly sky, reminiscent of Pink Floyd’s Echoes or ELP’s Take a Pebble.
Chorus: Emotional Anchor
•	“Let the twilight take your hand” is both literal and metaphorical—inviting surrender to beauty and introspection.
•	“Where truth and wonder harmonize” is a powerful line, suggesting that awe and clarity coexist in nature’s quiet moments.
Verses 4–6: Inner Reflection
•	Verse 4’s “mind’s eye open like a newborn child” signals a return to innocence and emotional vulnerability.
•	Verse 5 and 6 shift toward transformation—nature as healer, muse, and liberator.
Bridge: Melancholic Depth
•	“Memories we never made” is a poignant line—suggesting longing for experiences that feel familiar but never lived.
•	The bridge introduces a soft ache, grounding the celestial tone with human fragility.
Outro: Resolution and Release
•	“The sky will write, the soul will read” is a poetic masterstroke—implying that nature speaks in symbols we’re meant to interpret emotionally.
Sonic Interpretation
This song has been rendered in multiple styles—country rock, ambient, and celestial rock. The adds a cosmic texture that complements the lyrical themes. The classic rock + ambience versions likely emphasize:
•	Layered guitar harmonies with reverb to mimic the vastness of the sky
•	Celestial Country that swells and fades like drifting clouds
•	Mid-tempo rhythm to match the contemplative pacing of twilight
Artistic Strengths
•	Imagery-rich writing: Each verse is a canvas—inviting listeners to visualize and feel.
•	Emotional resonance: The song doesn’t just describe twilight—it makes you feel its quiet power.
•	Universal appeal: Anyone who’s paused to watch the sky change will connect with this.
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Clouds in the Twilight Desert Sky

Mike Baker: Artist, Optimist, Connector

Mike Baker is more than just a musician; he's a storyteller, a pioneer in the fusion of art and technology, and a beacon of hope in a world that often seems shadowed by doubt and despair. With a career that spans the intersection of music, writing, and digital artistry through AI, Mike has carved a unique path in the creative world, one that seeks to connect, inspire, and uplift.

At the heart of Mike's life and work is his role as a devoted husband, father, and community leader. These facets of his life not only define him but also deeply influence his music, infusing his songs with a profound sense of empathy, love, and responsibility. Mike's journey through the complexities of life, experiencing its highs and lows, its shadows and its light, has imbued him with a rich perspective that he passionately shares through his art.

"Shadows of Hope," Mike's first album, is a culmination of his experiences and his vision. This 20-track masterpiece is a testament to his journey, showcasing his ability to delve into the depths of human emotion and emerge with messages of resilience and optimism. Through his innovative use of AI, Mike explores new dimensions of expression, creating an album that resonates with the collective experiences of struggle, discovery, and joy.

Mike's goal has always been to use his talents to bring people together, to create a space where hope can flourish and joy can be shared. He believes in the power of music as a universal language, one that can heal, unite, and inspire individuals to choose hope over despair. His work is a reminder that even in the darkest moments, there is light to be found, and that together, we can emerge stronger.

As a community leader, Mike is committed to making a difference, whether through his music, his actions, or his words. He has seen the darkness from both sides and has chosen to be a force for positivity, encouraging others to do the same. Mike hopes that his music not only connects people from all walks of life but also brings a sense of joy and understanding to anyone who listens.

In a world that often feels divided, Mike Baker stands out as a unifying force, an artist whose work transcends the boundaries of genre and medium to touch the hearts of listeners everywhere. Through "Shadows of Hope" and beyond, Mike continues to share his energy with the world, a reminder that in the midst of life's challenges, hope is always within reach.

Still Here, Still Trying

Mike Baker

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