VERSE 1
We’ve traveled far
And gathered near
To lay your heart
To slumber here
We watch your sun
As it goes down
May your light live on
Next time around

VERSE 2
From one to two
Our paths ahead
Your numbered days
Come to an end
So may you return
To where you are bound
May your fire in us burn
Next time around

BRIDGE
And all that we are
Is ashes of earth
And dust of the stars
Memories lost at rebirth
But holy breath to bring
Silence to holy sound
May your song we sing
Next time around

VERSE 3
And all our deeds
In your book inscribed
To us you leave
The great divide
And righteous wings
To climb the clouds
May we make them fly
Next time around

Next Time Around (Demo)

Words: Kendyl Gibbons
Music: Jason Shelton

With the FUUN Chamber Choir and friends
Kevin Madill (keys)
Jordan Perlson (drums)
Tim Marks (bass)

Life Calls Us On

a dialogue between myself and the ocean, reminding me of a teaching from my favorite Zen-ish teacher: "During difficulty, see the place that has no difficulty."

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Melanie Ida Chopko - voice & guitar
Rob Reich - piano
Schuyler Karr - acoustic bass

written & produced by Melanie Ida Chopko
recorded & mixed by Jay Pellicci at New Improved Recording
mastered by Piper Payne at Neato Mastering
special thanks to Jean Rohe, Briget Boyle, Moorea Dickason, Austin Willacy, Adyashanti and Jason Simmons for the photo.

© 2018 Melanie Ida Chopko. All rights reserved.

Below The Weather & The Waves

Zo Tobi is a “purpose-driven rock” musician in Oakland, CA with an uplifting social and spiritual message.

Next Time Around (Demo)

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