Xavier Naido

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Based on the provided documents, here is a description for the record "City Lights" by Long Living, produced by Century One Records.

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**Long Living - *City Lights***

[cite_start]On their debut record, *City Lights*, Long Living delivers a collection of songs that are both melancholic and deeply introspective[cite: 6, 7]. [cite_start]The album is a masterful showcase of a sound that is calm and steady, characterized by subtle harmonies that add depth without over-complication[cite: 4, 5].

[cite_start]The music is best described as slow, melancholy alternative or indie rock[cite: 6]. [cite_start]It is defined by a dynamic guitar sound that avoids harsh or raspy tones, a preference the band maintains throughout their work[cite: 25]. [cite_start]The instrumentation is intentionally minimal, allowing the simple melodies and emotional lyrics to carry each song[cite: 73]. [cite_start]The tracks feature a clean electric guitar with rich reverb and delay, creating a spacious, ethereal soundscape[cite: 11]. [cite_start]The acoustic guitar provides a solid rhythmic and harmonic foundation, while a deep, anchoring bass and soft, subtle drums round out the rhythm section[cite: 10, 13, 14, 15].

[cite_start]The album's centerpiece, "City Lights," captures a mood that is both reflective and hopeful[cite: 41]. [cite_start]The electric guitar work, with its shimmering reverb, evokes the sparkle of the city itself[cite: 42]. [cite_start]This song, along with the others on the record, tells stories of being alone in a crowd, of quiet longing, and of finding a personal rhythm amidst the chaos[cite: 44, 148, 149, 153, 154].

[cite_start]*City Lights* is a product of Century One Records—a Laurence Mehlhorn group of companies—and is the perfect soundtrack for late-night drives, quiet contemplation, and anyone who has ever felt like a solitary spark on endless concrete streets[cite: 155, 156].

Not my time

Jesus Was a Liberal
© 2025 R3Zondo

He said “Blessed are the poor,” and they called Him weak
Broke bread with sinners, kissed ‘em on the cheek
He flipped them tables, stood up for the least
Preached love over law and mercy over peace

“Turn the other cheek” that’s what He said
“Love your enemies” 
they’d rather see ‘em dead
Rode a donkey in, not a throne or crown
Still they say He’d vote red if He came to town

Jesus was a liberal, plain as day
Fed the hungry, gave His heart away
He healed the sick, never asked their name
Hung with outlaws, took all the shame
“Do unto others”, that’s the hill He died
Washed dirty feet, never took a side
So don’t tell me He’d be part of your crew
Jesus was a liberal, through and through

He said “Let the children come,” not build a wall
Forgave the thief, didn’t judge at all
Called out the preachers who wore gold and pride
Gave the keys of heaven to the ones denied

“What you do to the least of these…”
“You do to Me”, He said it with ease
But grace ain’t clean, and love ain’t safe
And kindness sure don’t win elections these days

Jesus was a liberal, truth be told
Broke the rules that kept the broken cold
He lifted women, pardoned the damned
Took the nails with open hands
“Forgive ‘em, Father”
that’s how He prayed
While the system mocked the price He paid
So if your church don’t preach what He’d do
Jesus was a liberal… just not like you

Yeah, Jesus was a liberal…
And He’d still be loving you

(Summary)

I wrote “Jesus Was a Liberal” as a wake up call, fierce, and full of fire. It’s a reminder that the teachings of Jesus were radically inclusive, compassionate, and confrontational to power. Feeding the hungry, healing the sick, loving enemies, those aren’t just biblical slogans, they’re actions that’d be labeled “woke” today. This song reframes the Sermon on the Mount and Gospel truths as the revolutionary acts they were, and still are.

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