THE NTH DEGREE

Just like your mama used to sing (not)...

NURSERY RHYME

You can watch this performance on video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moHZ2_GBo6g

Caulk Talk

Hey guys, I want to talk to you about my new song. It's about being broke and feeling overwhelmed by bills and financial responsibilities. I'm not exactly proud of it, but I'm being honest about my struggles. The song's a bit tongue-in-cheek, with a repetitive chorus that's more about venting frustration than offering solutions. I think we've all been there at some point, struggling to make ends meet, and this song's my way of expressing that feeling. Give it a listen and let me know what you think!


LYRICS: 

[Verse 1]
I was doing good for a little while
Now I'm dodging all my bills like it's a sport
One day soon
They're gonna catch me
And take my phone
Cut off my support 

[Pre-Chorus]
And I'm sorry
But I just can't afford it
If it's a little important
Then you're gonna have to wait
And it's on me
'Cause I just don't want it
And you can think what you want
But I just got somethin' to say 

[Chorus]
I ain't gonna pay it
No
I ain't gonna pay it
Not gonna pay it
Not gonna pay it
I ain't gonna pay it
No
I ain't gonna pay it
Not gonna pay it
Not gonna pay it
Not gonna pay it
No
I ain't gonna pay it
Not gonna pay it
Not gonna pay it
I ain't gonna pay it
No
I ain't gonna pay it
Not gonna pay it
Not gonna pay it 

[Verse 2]
First
It's rent and then insurance
And then it's car payments and vet bills and some more
Like
Damn
Is that really important?
And if I pay it
I won't have a place to snore 

[Pre-Chorus]
And I'm sorry
But I just can't afford it
If it's a little important
Then you're gonna have to wait
And it's on me
'Cause I just don't want it
And you can think what you want
But I just got somethin' to say 

[Chorus]
I ain't gonna pay it
No
I ain't gonna pay it
Not gonna pay it
Not gonna pay it
I ain't gonna pay it
No
I ain't gonna pay it
Not gonna pay it
Not gonna pay it
Not gonna pay it
No
I ain't gonna pay it
Not gonna pay it
Not gonna pay it
I ain't gonna pay it
No
I ain't gonna pay it
Not gonna pay it
Not gonna pay it

Not Gonna Pay It

This song is a lighthearted take on Memorial Day, blending the seriousness of honoring those who've served with the laid-back vibes of a summer kickoff. It's about embracing the freedom we have, while also acknowledging the sacrifices that made it possible. The song's tone is playful and tongue-in-cheek, with a dash of humor, as it navigates the contrast between the somber nature of the holiday and the excitement of summer fun.


LYRICS: 

[Intro]
(Sounds of sizzling burgers and lively chatter) 

[Verse 1]
Grills are fired up, burgers on the plate
We're celebrating freedom, but the Wi-Fi's great
BBQs and beach trips, summer's here at last
We're honoring heroes, but the couch is gonna last 

[Chorus]
Memorial Day, oh what a blast
Honoring the brave, while we party fast
Red, white, and blue, and sunscreen too
We're celebrating freedom, with a BBQ or two 

[Verse 2]
Parades and picnics, flags waving high
We're grateful for the sacrifices, as we ask "Is that a fly?"
From dawn till dusk, we'll soak up the sun
And hope our sunscreen's working, before we're lobster-done 

[Chorus]
Memorial Day, oh what a blast
Honoring the brave, while we party fast
Red, white, and blue, and sunscreen too
We're celebrating freedom, with a BBQ or two 

[Verse 3]
We'll drink cold beers, and maybe some wine
Grateful for the freedom to relax in our prime
The struggles of the past, won't be ignored
But for now, let's just enjoy the long weekend score 

[Bridge]
From the battlefield to the backyard grill
We're honoring memories, with a celebratory thrill
We won't forget the sacrifices made
As we make some new ones, with the lemonade 

[Outro]
So here's to the brave, who fought for our rights
May their memories live on, through our summer nights
We'll party on, with freedom's call
Happy Memorial Day, one and all!



Celebrating Freedom

Playboi Carti - Music (2025)

Cepelinų Spalvos Dangus

They call me the Peppo Dr.
I got that syrup on direct drip.

Peppo Dr. (v0)

If God wrote a song to sing us, how would it go?
C-amp-er van demo
See https://projectfreemanmusic.net/godssong.htm for full details including lyrics
© Litmus A Freeman - Project Freeman Music (1991 CE)
(With love to Cliff Coates)

God's Song (Earth Enough To Share)

🪄🌟🧚‍♀️ your wish is my command!!! 🤪🥴🧞‍♀️

another older idea from my overflowing songwriting journal... not too far-off from my hyperauralic vision. tell me what you think it means... or just groove to it ;)) 

Lyrics:
The present doesn’t matter if you messed up in the past
Leave out all the good and focus on all that is bad
‘Cause if I did it once, surely I can do it again
Without that toxic energy, the status quo is bland

I once was stubborn and so I suffer to this very day
According to what is just recalled

Your wish is my command (4x)

Twist the topic 
Now I know the purpose of the bait
Sarcasm doesn’t shield the heart from whatever it craves
I ought to chance my whole mindset
And rid me of this phobia of insolence

Change is little and damage is big even if it faded
So any mention will trigger a spark

Your wish is my command (4x)

Whatever’s your focus is what you will get
It makes total sense, it’s as simple as that
Why would I sweep a street during a rainfall?
Screaming doesn’t take out a fire

Your wish is my command (repeat for outro)

Your Wish is My Command (Demo)

we really like mini golf

formerly amber disco: https://soundcloud.com/user-819158134

This SoundCloud is my Project Freeman Music 'Works In Progress' Platform.
Here are all the Demos I've captured of my Compositions to date, including my 'Songs of Freedom', which are categorised as Relating, Realisation, Remedy & Rebellion (and Revelry!) on the 'Road to Redemption', from Serf to Self, from Slave to Sovereign. 
The demos are of various quality, from the early 90's Gregorian to the present day... 
PLUS here I share audio of 'Project Freeman' presentations and interviews (these are more like podcasts, but some also include songs) 

The songs start off as rough demos in various playlists here, and are then added to the 'Project Freeman Music Official Releases' playlist once they are finished, recorded and released to the major music platforms. (You can get your own copies of these via my Bandcamp link below, with all proceeds going to support my work and causes).
Therefore the quality of the demos here varies enormously, from old 1990s amateur recordings on cassette tape, to amateur home studio demos, to raw acoustic demos on the road in the camper van, to overdubbed tracks on the move, to more polished finished works etc etc

I have over 200 songs at various stages of production. My aim is to gradually publish my complete catalogue online, so the main thing here is to 'hear how the song goes' not to be fussy about the quality of recordings or performances.
Also, 'Tracks' have not been shared here in any particular order, so more recent Tracks could actually be much older, poorer quality demos and it's not possible to change the order of the Tracks once they have been uploaded, so please bare all this in mind when listening to 'Tracks'. It's probably best to choose a 'Playlist' and go from there :)

If you're looking for the best quality versions of the songs please go straight to the 'Project Freeman Music Official Releases' playlist

Lastly, THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!
Us amateur, unsigned artists don't have big budgets behind us to promote our works so I'm very grateful to you for stopping by my little corner of the internet and checking out what I'm up to ;)
The best gift you can give a song writer is to listen to their creations, so please know that I very much appreciate any plays and or re-posts & shares that you give my 'babies' ;)

Peace, love and freedom
Litmus A Freeman
Project Freeman Music

Songwriting has been a lifelong passion for me, dating back to elementary school when I first began crafting stories, poems, and eventually lyrics. As a former drummer in various bands, I always relied on others to bring my words to life musically. However, after a long hiatus from drumming, I decided to take the leap and learn to compose music to accompany my lyrics. Through classes and dedication, I've embarked on a new journey, breathing fresh life into old lyrics and penning new ones. You'll find a mix of older and newer works here. Especially for some of the lyrics. 

Music has been a part of me for as long as I can remember. One of my earliest memories is being completely entranced by 'The Little Drummer Boy' as a very young child. There was something about the rhythm and the melody that just captivated me. I must have played it a thousand times, wearing the record out, and from that moment on, I was hooked. I knew I wanted to be a drummer and to create that magic for others. 

But I was too young then, and of course, I couldn't afford a drum set just yet. So, I turned to writing as a way to express myself. As I mentioned above, I started with stories, then poems, and eventually, lyrics. I found that writing was not only a way to tap into my creativity, but also a way to process my emotions and experiences. 

As I grew older, my love for music only deepened. I realized that music has this incredible power to transport us to different times and places, to evoke emotions and memories that we thought were long forgotten. It's a universal language that can bring people together like nothing else can. 

For me, writing lyrics is a cathartic experience. It's a way for me to tap into my emotions, to process the world around me, and to create something that I hope will resonate with others. And when I hear my words come to life in a song, it's truly magical. It's a feeling that never gets old, and it's what keeps me coming back to music time and time again. 

I love many genres of music and artists of many genres. And if you listen to some of my songs, you will find that I like to make songs of different genres as well as mix different genres into each song. One of my all-time favorite bands is Evanescence, and I have made a lot of songs where I have tried my best to emulate that sound. 

Now, I have recently started experimenting with new sounds. I never heard of glitch beats before I took music classes, and now I'm fascinated with the sound, so I have been experimenting with glitch beats recently. 

I hope you enjoy some of my songs. And thanks so much to everyone who has been listening so far. I truly appreciate it. I welcome constructive feedback to help me grow as an artist, and I appreciate your support. ❤️

BTW if you follow me, I will ALWAYS follow back. If I like your music, I will follow you, but if you don't follow me back within a week or so I will probably unfollow. The same goes for when I see someone listening to my music, I WILL follow, however, if they don't follow me back within a week or so, I'll unfollow, because I'm at my limit of follows and I want to follow back everyone who follows me. Did not know that SoundCloud limits us to following only 2000. 😢

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VickStiX's Artist Manifesto
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I am the static between truth and noise.
A pulse that cracks the silence open.
When the world forgets its conscience,
I remind it — one beat, one lyric, one spark.

I don’t shout to divide; I sing to awaken.
I don’t chase fame; I chase clarity.
My art is not a weapon — it’s a flare in the dark.
A signal to every soul that still believes in better.

Let the trolls rage, let the cowards hide.
They can’t drown out a voice that’s tuned to truth.
I will paint their lies in sound and light
until justice has a melody again.

Because protest is not anger — it’s hope with a megaphone.
And I was born to be loud.

🎶 VickStiX — Truth. Rhythm. Revolution.












open to collabs and remasters. if you like what you hear and wish to work with me, please send a DM!

pronunciation: "dom" (like the end of the word "freeDOM", and then "yuh"

New tracks tagged #Tongue-in-Cheek