An older track of ours but one of Leanne's favorites. She REALLY wanted me to post this one.

8/7/2021 (demo)

I was way too high to remember writing this one.

5/28/2023 (demo)

Step into a vibrant journey of sound with this track that blends the nostalgic magic of 80s disco and retro groove with the modern shine of K-pop energy and EDM drops. Funky basslines, shimmering analog synths, and hypnotic neon lights set the scene for a night you’ll never forget. This is more than just music – it’s a ride through synthpop nostalgia and modern dance floor vibes.

Imagine the city at night: rain on the window, neon pink and purple lights reflecting across the room, energy flowing like a heartbeat. That’s the essence of this song – a fusion of retro drums, upbeat rhythms, funky basslines, and glossy synths that invite you to dance.

Perfect for fans of K-pop, synthpop, retro disco, EDM, nightlife anthems, and 80s-inspired grooves, this track brings together the spirit of the past and the pulse of the future. Whether you’re on the dance floor, driving through the city at night, or just vibing with headphones, let this song be your soundtrack.

Turn it up, lose yourself in the lights, and join the retro-futuristic party.

Cyberpunk - I’m always by your side

She’s always kind, she plays it nice,
Halo shining, sacrifice.
She gives her heart, she never lies,
But I see truth behind her eyes.

I feel so beautiful when I'm with my bestie
Cause she's fucking ugly, yeah she's fucking ugly
Next to her I’m glowing, next to her I shine
She makes me look like heaven every single time

She’s always sweet, she takes the blame,
Perfect manners, perfect shame.
Everyone says she’s pure inside,
But ugly’s something you can’t hide.

I feel so beautiful when I'm with my bestie
Cause she's fucking ugly, yeah she's fucking ugly
Next to her I’m glowing, next to her I shine
She makes me look like heaven every single time

Call it friendship, call it fate,
Angel face I love to hate.
Next to me she fades away,
I’m the sunshine, she’s the gray.

I feel so beautiful when I'm with my bestie
Cause she's fucking ugly, yeah she's fucking ugly
Next to her I’m glowing, next to her I shine
She makes me look like heaven every single time

Why you need ugly friends (Retro 80s Pop reload)

Who knew and who could predict
We'd get our kicks on Route Sixty Six?
Who knew? Who could truly see?
Who blew the bugle in Company B?

Sometimes, to find the truth, you have to root around and dig
Who knew and who could predict that a little frog and a pig
Would be the start -- the start of somethin' big?

I can still recall the time of day
The day they shot JFK
Boy were we all surprised to see
The rise and fall of Doctor King

We liked Ike and Dick Van Dyke
And rode our Schwinn bike or took a bus to school
Every night they tucked us into bed
While watchin' Mr. Ed and Francis the Talking Mule

They taught us to do what the Bible said
and to follow the golden rule
Or they took us behind the woodshed
Or put us in the corner on a stool

When we could and when we were able
We prayed together round the kitchen table
And thanked the Lord for our daily bread
We wore PF Flyers and Keds

Before Tivo, satellite, WIFI and cable
Our heroes were guys like Clark Gable
John Wayne, Doris Day n Betty Grabel
They weren't just famous stars or fables

We watched Red Skelton and Milton Berle
Dudley Do Right always got the girl
Ma and Pa Kettle and Minnie Pearl
And Rocky the Flying Squirrel

For math in class we used a slide rule
No one had a cell or a swimmin' pool
Our phone was still owned by Maw Bell
Slip and Slide kept us pretty cool

Bob and Bing did their road show thing
Jerry and Dean were still sharin' the screen
Chuck Berry was singin' bout his ding a ling
Jan and Dean really made the scene

Dylan could write but he could barely sing
The Beatles never missed a beat
Couldn't stop groovin' n movin' our feet
We were livin' in a Yellow Submarine

James Dean cruisin' in his silver death machine
Toward his last and best and final scene
Loved Beanie n Cecil and Mister Green Jeans
Shoulda seen what we paid for diesel and gasoline

We loved cartoons at the matinee
Babe Ruth and Willy Mays
Danny Thomas n Danny Kaye
Jed Clampett and Ellie May

Sometimes, to find the truth, you gotta root around n dig
Who knew n who could predict that a little frog n a pig
Would be the start, the start of somethin' big
The start of somethin' big...

The Start of Somethin' Big

Never Lived Without

Close your eyes and breathe me in
City sleeps but the wires still sing
I chase the spark from a restless night
Your name hits hard like a neon light

I walk the line where the past rewinds
Photos fade but the frame survives
Distant voices on a radio band
Pull me forward like a steady hand

Through the quiet I won’t break
Every drumbeat knows your name
I will find you in the flame

Hold me in the afterglow
Turn it up until it shows
We were shadows turned to bright
Run with me into the night
If forever feels out of reach
Sing it back so I believe
When the world goes cold on me
Dreams are where you come to me

Streetlights smear on a midnight ride
Tires cry out like a warning sign
Every corner keeps a trace of you
Painted loud in electric blue

Through the quiet I won’t break
Every drumbeat knows your name
I will find you in the flame

Hold me in the afterglow
Turn it up until it shows
We were shadows turned to bright
Run with me into the night
If forever feels out of reach
Sing it back so I believe
When the world goes cold on me
Dreams are where you come to me

I will never let the static win
Cut the noise and pull me in
If we only get tonight
Make it thunder, make it right

Hold me in the afterglow
Turn it up until it shows
We were shadows turned to bright
Run with me into the night
If forever feels out of reach
Sing it back so I believe
When the crowd gets loud and mean
I hear you in every beat

Close your eyes and breathe me in
Morning breaks and the song begins

Run with me (Pop Rock reload)

"Back To You" is a ’90s-inspired alt-R&B/pop track from Lira°. Packed with nostalgic grooves, silky vocals, and catchy hooks, it’s all about that magnetic pull of someone you just can’t stay away from. Smooth, playful, and perfectly nostalgic.

Back to You

Lyrics:

[Intro, Soft Electric Piano + Snap Groove]
(Ohh yeah…)
You got me guessin’, girl

[Verse 1]
Met you once, felt like fate or a setup
That smile lit up the street like the sun just got fed up
You said “hi” like we’d always known
Now I’m here texting, staring at my phone

Found your name through a friend of a friend
Slid into your world, but you don’t let me in
You don’t say yes, but you don’t say no
You reply just enough to not let go

[Pre-Chorus]
And I ain’t tryna rush what you do
But girl, what am I to you?

[Chorus, Bruno-style Melodic Hook]
You’re sending mixed signals
And I can’t read the light
One day you’re a maybe
Then you vanish in the night
You got that glow in your eyes
And that curve in your smile
But you keep me hanging on
Like it’s been your plan all the while
You don’t say “go”, but you don’t say “stay”
Girl, you move in your own kinda way
These mixed signals
Are messing up my mind today

[Verse 2]
You say “let’s see” like it’s something sweet
But girl, these maybes are bittersweet
You’ll like my post, send a little heart
But when I ask you out — it falls apart

I ain’t mad, I just don’t know
If you’re slow to love or love to show
You got that laugh that melts my pride
But I’m getting tired of the ride

[Pre-Chorus]
You keep me caught between the lines
I’m here, but never fully inside

[Chorus, Bigger Build]
You’re sending mixed signals
Girl, you’re dancing on the edge
Sayin’ just enough
But never what’s in your head
You got that glow in your eyes
And that sway in your walk
But when it comes to real talk
You just smile and change the topic
You don’t say “no,” but you don’t say “yes”
Girl, you got me second-guessed
These mixed signals
Got my heart in a game of chess

[Bridge, Soft + Soulful]
I’d wait for you if I knew where you stood
But baby, maybe’s not looking too good
Just tell me straight, even if it stings
Don’t leave me hangin’ on invisible strings

[Final Chorus, Emotional Bruno Mars Lift]
You’re sending mixed signals
And I’m spinning around
Wanna fall for you
But you don’t let me hit the ground
You got the smile that could stop time
But you freeze me every time
Girl, I’m done with maybe
I need a little more than a sign
Say “yes,” say “no,” say “go,” say “stay”
Just don’t leave me this halfway
These mixed signals
Are driving all my love away

[Outro, Smooth Piano Fade]
(Ohh baby…)
Mixed signals…
Girl, just say what you wanna say


Mixed Signals

🎧 "Slip Through Me" – AIKON
A moody, emotional synth-driven ballad blending 80s nostalgia with futuristic pop textures.
Haunting vocals, lush dream-pop atmospheres, and a slow-burning groove make this track perfect for late-night reflections and heartbreak playlists.
Let go… or get pulled under.

Slip Through Me

Songwriter. Storyteller. Sound pioneer, Stan Countz is a genre-bending songwriter with over 300 original songs under his belt — a true craftsman of lyric and melody. From his debut track “Those Hap Happy Days” in 2005, a nostalgic tribute to the golden era of the ’50s and ’60s, Stan has built a musical legacy rooted in meaning, melody, and message.

Writing under the moniker Stan and Be Counted, he stands tall in the world of music as both a creator and a voice of purpose. His catalog spans a kaleidoscope of genres — from contemporary Christian rock and gospel to EDM, country pop, blues, R&B, hip hop, folk, and beyond. Each song is a reflection of his passion for storytelling and his desire to uplift, challenge, and connect.

Whether crafting soul-stirring love ballads, foot-tapping jingles, or heart-pounding hard rock anthems, Stan brings a rare blend of versatility, depth, and soul to every track. He doesn't just write songs — he writes moments you can feel.

Stan Countz is more than an artist — he’s a movement. A call to stand... and be counted. He is a prolific lyricist and lives in Denison, Texas with his artist/photographer wife. 

If you're an Artist looking for a song for the next hit, send me a message. Who knows, I may have a gem and a #1 hit for us both!

For ten days I'm in RELOAD mode, reworking all my creations from the past twenty days and transforming them into a different musical universe
The entire sound is in my hands. I write cyber poetry, produce, and compose every track ready for Immersive 3D. Every beat is crafted for spatial and next-gen headphones.
Intimate lyrics, total immersion, every track.

For 30 years I kept unfinished demos to myself, never letting them out. Now I finish what I start and release it the moment it’s alive.

🎧 From synthwave nights to pop hooks & rock fire — music without borders 🎵✨

Blending the nostalgic glow of 80s pop and synthwave with the energy of modern EDM and K-pop, this artist creates music that feels both retro and futuristic — full of rhythm, color, and emotion. Every track is built around the idea of movement and mood, turning sound into pure feeling.

With a creative touch of AI technology and a human heart behind every melody, the music becomes more than just electronic — it’s a journey through neon dreams, digital soundscapes, and timeless inspiration.

Each beat, synth, and vocal line is made to lift spirits and remind listeners of the beauty in sound, light, and emotion. It’s music for dreamers, dancers, and anyone who believes in good vibes and endless possibilities.

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