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ENTIRE INBOX: Batch 498

Iconic Indies

Lyrics, Vocals, and Bass Guitar by Amethyst.
Produced by Amethyst.

Money
They say it's the
Root of all evil
Money
Makes the world go round

If I had some money
Would it take away my pain?

If I had some money
Would it take away my pain?

Everything I want is free
Take these shackles off of me
And this mask cause I can't breathe
In this sick society
A sovereign being, just let me be
Everything I want is free
Love and freedom, hope and peace
Everything I want is free
But this pain just won't leave me
Like we're stitched together at the seams
The stress leaves me restless in my brain

If I had some money
Would it take away my pain?

MONEY

A song about a relationship that struggles against other peoples prejudices and aggression.
A big thanks to Nat from me & Noobly for agreeing to sing on the track to create the feeling and the moment of the song ……
Butterfly Lips 


Lyrics: Butterfly Lips 

V1

Were like the pantomime villians
Everyone boo’s when we enter the room 
We’re just an Imprint on your souls 
That you left like an unkept wilted rose
It feels like we have been dropped off 
After diving to the middle of nowhere 
So we will clear our desk find a box
Fill it right up and fuck right off

Pre Chorus 

It’s been one of those days 
Now it’s one of those nights x2

Chorus 

And the one thing that we never resist
Is the taste of our butterfly lips x2

V2
We are the coffee flavour
in our mix up bag  of revels
Maybe that’s the reason why is everyone bitter and dishevelled
So our moral gymnastics as  somersaulted through the roof again
So we will clear our desk find a box
Fill it right up and fuck right off

Pre chorus 
Chorus 



V3
Many people like to  claim Responsible for the success
But we find ourselves on our own 
For the failures and regrets 
So keep it short and keep sweet 
Cause we’re listening through gritted teeth 
So we will  clear our desk find a box fill it up and fuck right off 

Pre chorus 
Chorus

Butterfly Lips  ~ Conscience of Kings with Nat Daniels

A life affirming song for the 21st century - for anyone who feels in between...in between culture, religion, race or sexuality.

Imagine The Beatles meet 70s Pink Floyd with a cosmic spaced out vibe.

From EP Shifting Sands of Reason, releases May 12, 2023
Lead Vocal - Peter J Lake
Backing vocals - Rob Clydesdale
Acoustic Guitars - Peter J Lake, Rob Clydesdale
Electric Guitar (country style) - Peter J Lake
Electric guitar (rock and ebow) - Rob Clydesdale
Bass - Rob Clydesdale
Organ Programming - Peter J Lake and Rob Clydesdale
Percussion - Rob Clydesdale

Music & Lyrics: Peter Lake
Produced by Rob Clydesdale robclydesdale3.wixsite.com/robclydesdalemusic#!
Image: Adina Voicu (Pixabay)

Twilight Child

CATCH A VIBE!!

Prepare for a hard-hitting dose of raw talent with "Fairly Odd Flow" by Scooter La Strange. This gritty and relentless hip-hop track showcases Scooter La Strange's commanding presence and lyrical prowess.

Fairly Odd Flow was written by Scooter La Strange and the beat was produced by TyDavid - https://youtube.com/@tydavid8372 all rights reserved 
Genre: Hip-Hop, Rap

Fairly Odd Flow

Sinnerman cover

Stalking in the night I don't know what to do
Looking through the window I am waving at you
Then you see me and I can feel all that you feel
You know it's not the first time I'm snooping around you
Don't be scared in the night
I want you to stay
Walking in your tights I don't know if it is right
I'm sure we've got so much to share together tonight
Why you're always slipping through the hands of your dreams
Let me have a look in your room, where is your bed now
Don't be scared in the night
I want you to stay
Don't you know I want to come in come in
Just because you are too fine
So warm, too fine
So warm, too
Count the days 'till my conviction life behind bars
Russell didn't bank on this when he wrote my stars
Oh maybe should I learn to keep my love in my pants
Or not because within the stalker always around you
Don't be scared in the night
I want you to stay with me baby
Don't you know I want to come in come in
Just because you are too fine
I'm walking in your tights
I don't know if it's right
I'm sure that we have so much
To share together tonight

Bass : Frédéric Van Linden @mokeit 
All other instruments & vocals : Christophe

Baby, I'm a Stalker

Baby, I’m a Stalker

‘Every Cloud Has A Silver Lining’ is an Alternative Pop song written in June 2023 by Manchester Singer/Lyricist David Stanley & Greek Producer/DJ Sonic Figures (NYC). c2023

Every Cloud Has A Silver Lining

Keep your past on the right side of history.
Don’t get left leaving it to chance.
Sitting on the fence can be so uncomfortable
but who doesn’t like to lead a merry dance?

And you might think you're in Heaven
but you might find that it is Hell.
Just as well you didn’t waste a lifetime.
Just as well you didn’t choose to go.

Humble pie gives you indigestion.
If you have a cake you want to eat it too.
When you make a bed you always want to lie in it
and it might seem nice with someone next to you

and then you might think that you have gone to Heaven
but you might find yourself in Hell.
Just as well we can’t read the future.
Just as well we don’t have a clue.

Big questions leave you sinking
to the sleep of salty murky seas.
I hope you find the answer.
I only know it isn’t me.

Sometimes things that are reflected
seem clearer than the ones that you can see.
Every single mirror can show who you might have been
and it only takes two to reach infinity.

And you may think you’ve found your way to Heaven
and feel it’s unfair when it turns into Hell.
Maybe you won’t ever know the reason
and maybe that is just as well.

You might think you’re in Heaven.

You Might Think You're In Heaven

This uptempo folk rocker sings of California, travelling and learning how to go with the flow.

Shane Larmand - Wave To Glide

My suggested songs to go by are any of the following:

- Summer of Seventeen
- Keep The Light On
- Need You Tonight
- Thinking About You

THINKING ABOUT YOU

Alternative Pop Singer/Lyricist
www.davidstanleymusic.com


David Stanley is a singer and lyricist from Tameside, Greater Manchester, known for his emotionally honest songwriting and melodic, alt-pop sensibility.

Inspired by The Beatles Anthology at age 15, David's musical journey began with a love for classic '60s rock, drawing influence from legends like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and The Kinks. That foundation expanded through the Britpop era, where bands like Oasis and The Verve helped shape his sound and fuel his passion to pursue music seriously.

David first emerged on the Manchester music scene fronting indie rock outfit Circus Paradise, followed by a stint leading Savalis during his time at Trafford College. After college, he hit the pub circuit, performing rock covers across Greater Manchester and refining his skills as a live performer.

After stepping away from music for over a decade to focus on personal growth and well-being, David is now back, refreshed, inspired, and more creatively open than ever.

David has been co-writing a new wave of alternative pop songs with Greek Producer/DJ Andreas Polydoros (aka Sonic Figures, NYC), bringing a fresh edge to his classic roots. He’s also teamed up with Leeds-based songwriter Kristian Mason to further explore layered, emotionally rich alt-pop, with an emphasis on strong melodies and meaningful lyrics.

David's work has been featured on Tameside Radio, RGM, Amazing Radio, Your Tameside, and Tameside Reporter. He's performed at some of Manchester's most iconic venues, including Band On The Wall, Night & Day Cafe, The Roadhouse, and The Witchwood.

Whether it's writing, recording, or performing, David brings authenticity and heart to everything he does. With new music on the horizon, he's focused on sharing songs that connect, and creating moments that matter.

Every Cloud Has A Silver Lining

DAVID STANLEY