My Destiny

Mi Mujer

Imaginándote (feat. Daddy Yankee)

TITLE: No Regrets (Folk-Pop Demo)
GENRE: Folk-Pop / Americana / Acoustic-Driven Pop
Lyrical Theme: Finding gratitude and personal growth after an amicable breakup.

"No Regrets" is a lyrically sophisticated and emotionally mature Folk-Pop track, structured to tell a compelling narrative of moving on with appreciation rather than bitterness.

The song is built around a core philosophical theme, which forms a triumphant, uplifting chorus. The verses function as highly personal vignettes, contrasting the 'hum-drum routine' of life before the relationship (Verse 1) with the vibrant, life-expanding 'memories' of the time shared (Verse 2).

The bridge introduces the central thesis: the idea of 'Controlling the Controllables,' providing a mature, constructive lens through which to process the separation.

Current Status: This is a finished lyric set with an AI-generated Folk-Pop rhythm and chord guide. Seeking a composer/producer to write the final, original melody and refine the acoustic-driven arrangement.

"No Regrets" - Lyrics
(Upbeat Folk-Pop Song, Driving Acoustic Guitar, Male Vocals, Energetic and Celebratory Mood)

[Verse 1]
The clock just went 'round and 'round,
Same four streets, same tired sound.
I was just marking the days off the wall,
Then you walked in and changed it all.
You ripped the old map right up off the dash,
And suddenly, the colours started to crash.

[Pre-Chorus]
The road we started finally had to bend,
And all good stories have an end.
I could be a punter looking at lost bets, a wreck,
But every moment with you was a winner, baby, no regrets.

[Chorus]
My life was stuck, a highway painted grey,
You were the tide that finally swept me away.
You didn't just teach me how to breathe, you taught me how to fly,
And though that chapter closed, I'm grateful for the sky.
No, I don't regret the miles, or the beautiful, wild cost,
I'm just celebrating the person I am, and the light I haven't lost!

[Verse 2]
We traded the chair for the cold night air.
You showed me stars I had never seen,
And meals we burned, fit for a king and queen.
The miles piled up under a half-tank of gas,
You made every road trip feel like a free pass.
The tent is folded up and put away,
I'm still using the map that you gave me that day.

[Pre-Chorus]
The road we started finally had to bend,
And all good stories have an end.
I could be a punter looking at lost bets, a wreck,
But every moment with you was a winner, baby, no regrets.

[Chorus]
My life was stuck, a highway painted grey,
You were the tide that finally swept me away.
You didn't just teach me how to breathe, you taught me how to fly,
And though that chapter closed, I'm grateful for the sky.
No, I don't regret the miles, or the beautiful, wild cost,
I'm just celebrating the person I am, and the light I haven't lost!

[Bridge]
The hardest part is knowing when to let it go,
When the current changes, the rivers no longer flow.
We did our best, couldn't change the things we couldn't do.
I always knew to control the controllables,
And sometimes, the ending is just one of the unavoidables.
So I'll just hold the good, and let the rest fade out.

[Chorus]
My life was stuck, a highway painted grey,
You were the tide that finally swept me away.
You didn't just teach me how to breathe, you taught me how to fly,
And though that chapter closed, I'm grateful for the sky.
No, I don't regret the miles, or the beautiful, wild cost,
I'm just celebrating the person I am, and the light I haven't lost!

[Outro]
I'm just celebrating the person I am, and the light I haven't lost!

No Regrets

"Just Wanted You to Know"
This is a deeply intimate and tender Acoustic Ballad framed as a quiet, direct message to a former partner. The mood is bittersweet, reflective, and warm with nostalgia, focusing on the permanent, priceless value of small, shared memories rather than the pain of loss.

Musical Style & Vibe
Genre: Folk / Acoustic Singer-Songwriter / Melancholy Pop Ballad.

Vibe: Intimate, conversational, and raw. The song should sound like it was recorded late at night in a living room. The lyrics are actually inspired by a cold, wet night camping near to Spiddal Pier in Galway.

Instrumentation: Highly minimalist. Primarily requires one close-mic'd acoustic guitar (preferably fingerpicked, not aggressively strummed) and very subtle, atmospheric string or pad work to elevate the choruses. Drums and percussion should be used sparingly—perhaps just a soft kick/snare pattern or subtle brush taps in the chorus, or even left out completely for maximum intimacy.

Tempo: Very slow, around 60-70 BPM. The rhythm should follow the natural conversational flow of the lyrics.

Vocal Requirements & Direction
Vocal Range: The song is written for a Male Vocalist with a comfortable Baritone or low Tenor range. Crucially, the song is built around an intimate, low-register delivery and must avoid any high-note belting or vocal acrobatics.

Performance: The vocal performance must sound conversational and slightly broken with emotion at times. The delivery should be quiet, almost whispered in parts, particularly in the verses, conveying the feeling that the singer is physically sitting close to the subject. The power comes from vulnerability, not volume.

Key Moments: The end of the Bridge and the Outro contain essential [spoken/whispered] lines that require sensitive, quiet delivery to maximise emotional impact.

Core Theme for Artists
The song offers a vocalist a powerful opportunity to showcase their ability to deliver pure, restrained emotion and storytelling over technical skill. It is an exploration of a miracle found not in grand gestures, but in the micro-expressions of a loved one's face.

Lyrics:
(Verse 1)
Remember that time, just watching you sleep?
I'd check your breathing, a secret I'd keep.
I’d use my finger, so careful and slow,
To lift a strand of hair, just so you wouldn't know.
And my palm would follow, a touch on your face,
Just feeling the peace of that moment and place.

(Pre-Chorus)
You'd give me that smile—that little, tired thing—
And you made me believe in everything.

(Chorus)
And I’m just telling you, my eyes still fill up.
It's not sadness, it’s a brimming cup
Of something I saw, a miracle I knew.
And that memory's priceless, baby, all because of you.
Yeah, I miss you, but I won’t complain,
I’ve got the kind of treasure gold could never gain.

(Verse 2)
It wasn't just how you looked in the light,
It was watching your thoughts as they moved through the night.
The way your eyes would shift, that sideways, quick glance,
You'd mouth a silent word, giving thought a chance.
That little movement, your expression would change,
A whole living story you never had to arrange.

(Pre-Chorus)
You were a canvas that moved and that breathed,
The purest work of art I ever believed.

(Chorus)
And I’m just telling you, my eyes still fill up.
It's not sadness, it’s a brimming cup
Of something I saw, a miracle I knew.
And that memory's priceless, baby, all because of you.
Yeah, I miss you, but I won’t complain,
I’ve got the kind of treasure gold could never gain.

(Bridge)
I wouldn't trade that moment for anything you could buy.
It's tucked right here, something I hold high.
A perfect picture, breathing in my mind,
The best that I had, the best I could find.

(Outro - Spoken/Whispered)
Just wanted you to know...
I still see that smile.
Yeah.
I still see it.

Just Wanted You to Know

"Don't Let Those Words Define Who I Am" is a raw, heart-on-sleeve soul ballad that aches with regret and the desperate plea for a second chance. Set against a slow, emotional backdrop, the track confronts the devastation of having a relationship defined by one moment of weakness—a careless phrase or a lapse in judgment.

The song is a confession and a protest, questioning how a loved one can erase years of shared joy and devotion based on a single mistake. It’s an intimate exploration of the distance created by doubt, as the vocalist desperately asks to be seen again as "the man that you loved, the one with a plan," not just the shadow of a forgotten night. This track is for anyone who has ever felt their "heart laid bare" only to have their identity reduced to a fleeting flaw.

[Verse 1]
We shared our laughter under skies so blue,
Late nights talking 'bout dreams, just me and you.
But shadows crept in on that fateful night,
When I let my guard down, lost in the light.
A drink too many, my heart felt so free,
But words slipped from my lips, didn't mean to be mean.
You looked at me different, a spark turned to ash,
As I saw the trust fade, like a whispering flash.

[Chorus]
Oh, don't let those words define who I am,
The man that you loved, the one with a plan.
I gave you my all, my heart laid bare,
Yet now you reflect on my foolish despair.
What you think of me now, it cuts like a knife,
Those moments of weakness, they haunted my life.

[Verse 2]
We walked on the edge of love's gentle flame,
Hand in hand, through the joy, through the pain.
But echoes of laughter turned to whispers of doubt,
You shifting in silence, I could feel you pull out.
In the depth of your eyes, I saw a wall rise,
Each word of regret like a storm in disguise.
I tried to explain, but the damage was done,
The love we had slowly came undone.

[Chorus]
Oh, don't let those words define who I am,
The man that you loved, the one with a plan.
I gave you my all, my heart laid bare,
Yet now you reflect on my foolish despair.
What you think of me now, it cuts like a knife,
Those moments of weakness, they haunted my life.

[Bridge]
I can't erase the shadows of nights I regret,
But the person you knew is still here, don’t forget.
Every laugh we shared, every tear that we cried,
Shows a love that was real, not a weakness we hide.
I wish you could see beyond the mistakes,
Because my heart still beats for all of your takes.
In the quiet of dusk, where our memories swayed,
Let the sunshine in, let love not fade.

[Chorus]
Oh, don't let those words define who I am,
The man that you loved, the one with a plan.
I gave you my all, my heart laid bare,
Yet now you reflect on my foolish despair.
What you think of me now, it cuts like a knife,
Those moments of weakness, they haunted my life.

[Outro]
So here we stand on this new, lonely road,
Trying to nurse the wounds, carry the load.
I hope you find clarity in time's gentle grace,
Because I'll always cherish the love we embraced.
Though it's hard to move on when your heart's in the dark,
Know that you were my light, my still, precious spark.

Don't Let Those Words Define who I Am

"Open Channel" is a captivating blend of reggae's warm, laid-back groove and the expansive emotional sweep of orchestral arrangements. This innovative sonic landscape perfectly mirrors the song's poignant narrative: a mature, post-breakup reflection where radio silence isn't a sign of ill will, but simply life moving on. Yet, beneath the calm exterior, an unspoken invitation remains. The track's neutral, non-dependent attitude is conveyed through a steady, infectious rhythm section that provides a sense of grounded tranquility. The orchestral elements elevate the emotion, hinting at the enduring depth of connection without ever tipping into despair.

It's a song about leaving a door unlatched, not out of longing, but out of a genuine, open-hearted belief that some bonds simply endure. "Open Channel" is both an embrace of moving forward and a testament to the quiet power of simply being there.

[Verse 1]
We didn't burn the bridges, didn't sink the fleet,
Just slowly wandered down two separate streets.
Now it's radio silence, few weeks of quiet air,
We both assumed the other stopped wanting to care.
I see your updates, you're doing well, I know,
And I smile, genuinely, at the life you now know.
But the foundation we built, it's still solid, still true,
Just a house waiting for someone familiar like you.

[Chorus]
I know the silence means we've both found solid ground,
And there's no drama, no lingering hurt to be found.
But if you ever feel that pull, that memory to explore,
You don't need a key, to come back through my door.
Just send one simple message, if you're not sure,
And I'll be here like before, I'll be here like before.

[Verse 2]
We carved our initials, when we both shared that spark,
Thought that kind of history left an indelible mark.
Now I walk those pathways and I see you sometimes there,
But your face is blurred by the crowd, just a wraith in the air.
You might think I'm changed now, different city, different job,
That the old chapter's closed, the feeling we had robbed.
But look beneath the new paint, the fresh exterior I wear,
The same foundation's waiting, I haven't gone anywhere.

[Chorus]
I know the silence means we've both found solid ground,
And there's no drama, no lingering hurt to be found.
But if you ever feel that pull, that memory to explore,
You don't need a key, to come back through my door.
Just send one simple message, if you're not sure,
And I'll be here like before, I'll be here like before.

[Bridge]
I know it sounds foolish, to keep this little flame,
Just burning softly, whispering your name. 
I haven't pressed delete, haven't cleared the slate,
Because some connections, they don't have an end date.
I'm not asking for forever, or to undo what is done, 
Just a signal, a whisper, when you do need someone. 
If that simple message reaches me somehow... 
You'll find me exactly where I'm standing now.

[Chorus: repeat previous chorus]
[Outro]
The door is open but you don’t have to walk through,
It’s enough just to imagine out there is a happy you.

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Switching from journaling to poetry and now lyrics for songs. A natural evolution for my experiences and reflections. Turning experiences, emotions, events and reflections into lyrics is a therapeutic process for me.

Don't Let Those Words Define who I Am

Seamus Connolly

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