Knowing I

I know Him, like the prophets knew,
Like the mystic, falling through.
He rises high when He falls low,
A secret that the Sufis know.

I know Him, like the words in stone,
Like the name I carved alone.
The language breaks, the meaning sways,
And still, He lingers in my bones.

Oh, the seeker, lost and found,
Spins in circles, bound to ground.
A word, a breath, a name, a call—
And still, He waits beyond the sound.

The doer stands, his name held high,
A tongue too proud to wonder why.
Raised in books and in the laws,
But still the void calls back his lies.

Oh, the doer hides behind the deed,
Clings to words he dare not read.
Love and war, the same old creed,
The same old fire, the same old need.

What is seen and what is known,
What is spoken, overthrown.
A call unanswered, a door half-closed,
A secret buried in the stone.

Oh, the seeker, lost and found,
Spins in circles, bound to ground.
A word, a breath, a name, a call
And still, He waits beyond the sound.

Knowing I

A Valentine`s Day Love Song in Swahili / English

Moyo Wangu

To achieve this, the band carefully crafted the sound with a vintage-inspired production, mimicking the sonic textures that recordings of the time naturally carried. This includes:

Vintage-style recording warmth – The track was shaped with soft compression and analog-style EQ, keeping the rounded, slightly muted highs and deep, rich lows typical of mid-40s jazz ballads.

Aged gramophone effect – Since gramophones were still widely used in homes in 1945, many people would have first heard songs like Autumn Leaves on shellac records. This version of Echoes of Spring embraces that nostalgic feeling with subtle vinyl hissing, a soft background warmth, and gentle imperfections in the dynamics, recreating the authentic listening experience of the time.

Organic instrument dynamics – Unlike modern digitally-polished recordings, this song intentionally retains natural variations in volume and texture, much like a live performance captured with ribbon microphones in a dimly lit jazz club. This means a soft hiss, slight wavering in the dynamics, and the warmth of imperfection all contribute to the emotional depth of the song.

A timeless experience – With Oceana’s velvety vocals soaring through the mix like a classic jazz singer, supported by smooth electric guitar, cinematic strings, and a soulful saxophone solo, the arrangement bridges eras—honoring the past while keeping the music fresh and alive for today’s listeners.

The result? A song that feels like it could have been pressed onto a 78 RPM shellac record, played on an old wooden gramophone, filling a quiet room with the echoes of spring and nostalgia.

OMGG Band hopes that this tribute not only brings warmth to jazz and ballad lovers but also carries the beauty of vintage recordings into the hearts of modern listeners.

Echoes of Spring  (A Reimagining of Autumn Leaves)

Link for the videoclip with lyrics: https://youtu.be/HTvp1fr6ytI

I started writing Know Me Better in June 2024, right after listening to Taylor Swift’s latest album, The Tortured Poets Department. I was deeply inspired by its simple yet catchy melodies, but more importantly, by the way she tells a story or conveys a message through her songs. I wanted to create something in that vein, so I sat down at the piano, and the melody came to me surprisingly fast. The lyrics followed just as naturally—Know Me Better felt like an instinctive expression.

With this song, I wanted to explore the theme of appearances and superficiality, especially as portrayed on social media. I wanted to question what it truly means to be understood… But from the first sketches to a fully realized track, the journey was long, and it took the collaboration of several amazing talents to bring it to life.

Once the song was written and produced (by the end of August), I started looking for the perfect singer—and that’s when I found Jaime Deraz. I can’t thank her enough for lending her incredible talent and giving the song its true voice.

Then, after recording Jaime’s stunning vocals, my friend Freddie from MTM Productions stepped in to professionally mix and master the track.

Jaime and Freddie, an enormous THANK YOU to both of you for bringing so much to this project—it wouldn’t have been the same without you!


Credits : 
Song written and produced by Richard Gonfrier
Lead singer : Jaime Deraz ( https://www.youtube.com/@jaimederaz )
Mix and Master : Freddie Maier from MTM Productions 
Video : Cottonbro Studio (pexels.com)
Cover Artwork : Richard Gonfrier
Copyright SACEM 2025 - All rights reserved


Know Me Better (Feat. Jaime Deraz)

"Huyen Sin Ser Perseguidos" es una canción intensa y reflexiva que retrata la angustia interior de quienes cargan con culpas y malas acciones. Inspirada en la idea de que la maldad no necesita persecución externa para castigar, esta pieza fusiona fuerza musical con una letra profunda, ideal para dejar un mensaje claro: el verdadero castigo siempre llega… desde dentro.

Huyen Sin Ser Perseguidos

Tyrant of Zeitgast: - let me`ve the word, living in present supposed to be great - but I'm tired of all fuss that only gives ecstasy: - such is tyranny that can be happily forgotten, for most are prophecies from ancient times, from the days of eternity by  Prophet Micah and Prophet Samuel

Tyrant of Zeitgeist

I fixed my silly computer and now I can properly record as many tracks as I want and not have the thing crash on me!!  It's been a while since I've recorded my guitars at any length and this was just a little bit of fun.    

Produced and Written by Sarah Paradise-Brown

I was staring at the window
Watching headlights
On the cars as they drove past
Thought of the days how they went so fast
Another racer on the street being so outclassed
Cause these young
Have fun
Living now or never

I couldn’t lay there any longer
Packed the toothbrush
In a rush and brushed my hair
I left a note on the second stair
It said,  I’m not running
I am trying to beathe in air
Cause these lungs
Once young
Could feel a whole lot better

I did it for me
I did it for you
I did it because
I did it for love
I did it for love

I was living for the long run
Working every god damn hour
To chase a song
You once said that dream
Was far too gone
So I sang to the stars
And the clouds
And the heavens

I did it for me
I did it for you
I did it because
I did it for love
I did it for love

Instrumental

I did it for me
I did it for you
I did it because
I did it for love
I did it for love

I did it for me
I did it for you
I did it because
I did it for love
I did it for love

I Did It For Love

This is about Dementia. If you know, you know.

Lyrics:

To me you were a giant.
The King of the Jungle.
It's hard to watch my hero crumble.
Away, away you go

Nice to meet the old you,
the young you, a new you
in the old you, a child again,
away.

You taught me to make a flute,
from a willow stick.
Told me never touch your guitar,
but were proud when I did.

Taught me to find my feet,
helped me find my pride.
Built my strength and character,
my best friend and guide.

You tell us tales we’ve never heard,
A childhood laugh and a voice that cracks.
You run and play, your vision blurred,
with bent old knees and broken back.

I’m sad and glad you’re that child tonight,
Thoughts drifting off to now and then.
Like willow shoots that spring to life,
I wish you’d start from where you’ve been.

Your willow heart still beats, still bends,
Roots strong till the end.
I'll hold your hand,
as you start again.

Willowheart

4 pistes avec une guitare en live en 1 prise
kiss

Origine(live2)

Origine2

night at the beach


https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=7VENqXn7EZs&feature=shared

https://open.spotify.com/album/7zgLXHp5YbKTi8v4Zj7DLS?si=k8Y8eKkRRQGUQIffAJHkQg

https://music.apple.com/us/song/italy-a-betrayed-land/1832045080

Italy, a Betrayed Land.mp3

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Tyrant of Zeitgeist

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