This song is a heartfelt and uplifting call to action, focusing on the importance of teaching children the values of kindness, love, and respect. The lyrics emphasize the need to lead by example, showing kids that peace and understanding can exist in the world. 

The song encourages listeners to raise their children with empathy and compassion, to teach them to spread love and kindness, and to promote a culture of respect and inclusivity. The message is one of hope and optimism, urging us to create a better future by instilling positive values in the next generation. 

Throughout the song, the tone is inspirational and motivational, with a soaring chorus that drives home the importance of teaching children to care for one another and to make a positive impact on the world.


LYRICS: 

[Verse 1]
Look into the mirror what do you see
A world growing wild or a place to be free
Show them kindness that's the key
Teach the kids how love should be 

[Verse 2]
Words hit harder than a swinging fist
Show them peace can always exist
Erase the hate write a better list
Plant seeds of love where anger twists 

[Chorus]
Raise 'em high on the wings of care
Lift them up show them someone's there
Paint the world with respect to spare
Teach the heart to always share 

[Verse 3]
Don't just preach let them see it clear
Actions louder teach 'em year by year
Hold the world close keep it near
We'll build a future where love's sincere 

[Bridge]
Drop the fear it won't mend the cracks
Help them give without looking back
Shatter walls that set us off track
It's time for love to lead the pack 

[Chorus]
Raise 'em high on the wings of care
Lift them up show them someone's there
Paint the world with respect to spare
Teach the heart to always share 

[Bridge]
Drop the fear it won't mend the cracks
Help them give without looking back
Shatter walls that set us off track
It's time for love to lead the pack 

[Chorus]
Raise 'em high on the wings of care
Lift them up show them someone's there
Paint the world with respect to spare
Teach the heart to always share



Love in the Mirror

"Always On the Run" is a high-energy rock anthem that captures the essence of freedom, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of dreams. With driving guitars, powerful vocals, and a pulsating rhythm, this track paints a vivid picture of life on the move—chasing the horizon, escaping the past, and searching for a place to belong.

The lyrics tell the story of a lone wanderer, a rebel without a flag, who refuses to be tied down. From the blur of streetlights to the endless open road, the song embodies the spirit of a nomad, fueled by an unquenchable fire. It’s a tribute to those who keep running, no matter how long the journey or how cold the nights.

Perfect for fans of alternative rock, post-grunge, and anthemic storytelling, "Always On the Run" is a call to embrace the chaos, break free from chains, and keep moving forward - no matter where the road leads.

Always on the Run

Negative and Nasty OR Positive and Passionate? Is it possible we get what we FOCUS on 
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Negative and Nasty OR Positive and Passionate...with Rowie McEvoy

Nationwide economists Ben Ayers and Daniel Vielhaber share their outlook for the Ag sector - including an update on egg prices and the potential impact from tariffs. [NFM-22911AO]

Signs of optimism in the Ag industry

For when you're staring into a dark hole 

deydreaming

Had to reset my laptop in order to work on new music. Ended up finding this left in the download folder. Unfinished with no track files other than the mp3 itself. Stay optimistic in life and appreciate the little things with the ones you love. I miss and love you brother and thank you for this little random gift i didnt even know i had this whole time. #RIPJay , keep flying high up there.

Optimistic

Dr. Abbasi delve into the fascinating world of the placebo effect, exploring its implications in medicine and the power of mindset in healing. They discuss how the placebo effect can lead to significant improvements in health outcomes, the role of optimism and pessimism, and the historical context of placebo in medical practice. The discussion highlights the importance of belief and expectation in the healing process, as well as the ethical considerations of using placebo in treatment.

The Placebo Effect - Essence of Science

All words and music by Rowland Newell.

Rowland Newell - guitar, programming, arrangement and production.

Produced in Logic Pro using Dreamtonics Synthesizer V Studio Pro  to craft the vocals - 

Thanks to the incredible voice of Emma Rowley AKA Solaria for bringing the voice in my head to life.

Lyrics

Spent my life chasing sunsets
Spent my life feeling small
Spent my life chasing something worth nothing at all
Spent my life chasing something worth nothing at all

Thought I saw the road before me
But fate had other plans
You saw my life on the palm of my hand 
You read my life in the palm of my hand

———-

Spent a fortune on snake oil
Sold my soul for magic beans
I staked it all on a get sane quick scheme 
I blew it all on some get sane quick scheme 

I used to dream about it 
I did not understand
It was right there in the palm of my hand 
I held it tight in the palm of my hand 

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Ain’t gonna let it go lightly
Ain’t gonna let it go lightly
Ain’t gonna let it go lightly
Ain’t gonna let it go lightly

Ain’t gonna let it go lightly
Ain’t gonna let it go lightly
(Ain’t gonna let it go easy)
Ain’t gonna let it go lightly
Ain’t gonna let it go lightly

——————————————

Spend our lives building empires
All empires will fall
Spent our lives chasing something that’s nothing at all. 
Don’t waste your life chasing something worth nothing at all.

© Rowland Newell 2025

Palm Of My Hand

THE S WORD PODCAST, EPISODE 23 — Ben Polega on optimism, school spirit and life with cerebral palsy_mixdown

The music of our youth helps us power through tough times. In Episode 7 of "The Missing Years of Music," Los Angeles housing activist Annie Bickerton of Westside for Everyone talks with host Mark Gozonsky about her Top 5 songs from 1998. The catchy, sometimes silly songs from her middle school years offer surprising insights into the resilience and spirit it takes to keep positive energy focused on making progress towards a just society.

Annie Bickerton

Welcome to Essence Of! Here you will learn about medicine, science, history, and life, all by our favorite neurosurgeon, Dr. Hamid Abbasi.

Kings of the Road is a hard-hitting rock band that emerged in 2019. Their sound is defined by powerful guitar-driven melodies, introspective lyrics, and a raw, emotional energy that resonates with listeners. Drawing from themes of life, struggle, and resilience, Kings of the Road create music that feels both personal and universal. With a knack for crafting memorable hooks and anthemic choruses, they’ve quickly established themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the modern rock landscape. Whether on stage or in the studio, Kings of the Road are all about delivering authentic, high-energy rock that speaks to the soul.

Songwriter, lyricist, arranger, self producer & programmer (occasional guitarist and non-singer)

All words and music written and crafted by Rowland Newell. 

All vocal melody and harmony lines written by RN and scored in Dreamtonics Synthesizer V Studio Pro and utilising the beautiful real world voice of Emma Rowley AKA Solaria, courtesy of Eclipsed Sounds. 

Produced in Logic Pro. 

“I stand exposed before the dawn
I can't dance I won’t perform 

The voice was in my head 
Should I fuck myself instead?”

#AA #AirforceAcademy #AnotherBreed #HD #GSProductions #RipJay #rir #niiftm

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, for 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. ❤️

New tracks tagged #optimism