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On A Day Like This
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This song finds me reuniting with my old Goodwillys buddies for our first tune together in seventeen years.

It’s a song about moments of transcendence, whether experienced in nature, religious devotion, or through less orthodox means. (I’ve experienced them in all three ways over the years…)

Such moments can infuse life with meaning, and can put everything in perspective.

The boys in the band:

Yours truly on lyrics, vocals, acoustic guitar, and midi drums.
Vic Holman on electric lead guitar.
Jack Miller on saxophone.
Neil Porter on bass.

Special guest (and henceforth an honorary Goodwilly) Charlie Mazarakes on strings!

Enjoy!
Released: 25-Mar-2024
Category: Rock
Application: Logic Pro
File type: mp3
File size: 10.8 Mb
Plays: 34
Downloads: 0
Weekly plays: 1
Weekly downloads: 0
License: No derivative works allowed
Lyrics
ON A DAY LIKE THIS

I
Here I stand on this tiny grain of sand,
where I’m lost in a moment of time.

I’m transfixed in place, in the infinite space that surrounds me,
—the pleasure is all mine!

II
The sun it is shining, it makes me feel so fine;
it disperses the dark clouds from my mind.

It sets my heart aglow, and the love begins to flow,
on outwards, from it’s source way deep inside.

Chorus:
How did I come to be here,
in this grand eternal now?
Gratitude wells up from within!
Some kind of grace holds me fast in its embrace!

III
Here I stand on this grain of cosmic sand,
where I’m caught up in a moment of bliss.

It’s a fulness so sublime, man it’s good to be alive and aware,
on a day just like this. 

It’s a fulness so sublime, man it’s great to be alive and aware,
on a day like this. 

The sun it shines…
feels so fine…

It..sets…my…heart..a-glow…

Here I stand…
cosmic sand…

so…sublime
be…alive

on a day like this



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artist
Ha ha... Please forgive the last few lines... They were for possible BGVs... but I decided they would only clutter up the tune.
:-)
Latest song: TIME FOR ME TO GO
7 months ago
artist
Your music keeps me stable,my friend,lots of good feelings
Latest song: How Long
7 months ago
artist
Goodwillys ride again! Well done, Mike, from gathering together the mates all the way to the final mix. A pleasure to be a part.
7 months ago
artist
morgan102:
Thanks for the kind words friend. If only I could sing like you, the tune would be far better!
:-)
Latest song: TIME FOR ME TO GO
7 months ago
artist
Jack:
Thanks for joining in brother. Wouldn't have been much of a reunion without you. Sure glad Vic consented to play, even though he's not part of this community.
:-)
Latest song: TIME FOR ME TO GO
7 months ago
artist
Scrubbed up well Mike.  Sounds like you had a worthwhile chat with the drummer 😀. I must get around to posting something here!
Cheers from Oz.
N
artist
Neil:
You were right about the drums. I have a tendency to get too busy with drums and cymbals. I'm glad you taked me into backing off!
So glad you joined in on this reunion track my friend. I've always dug your bass work!
:-)
Latest song: TIME FOR ME TO GO
7 months ago
artist
Mike!  Put your ideas into things.  
Mom taught you better! 
These Goodwhillies just seems to pop up after it rains.  Hummmm. 
 
7 months ago
artist
Very nice, cool .... !  love the lyrics
7 months ago
artist
Happy to play a small part of this fine song Mike.  Thanks my friend.  Charlie
Latest song: Miracles
7 months ago
artist
Daug:
Mom was wrong!
😐
Latest song: TIME FOR ME TO GO
7 months ago
artist
Gary,
Thanks man. Working with my GWs buddies is always a hoot. Glad you enjoyed this one!
😋
Latest song: TIME FOR ME TO GO
7 months ago
artist
Charlie,
Your contribution really sweetened the pot.
Heartfelt thanks bro!
👍
Latest song: TIME FOR ME TO GO
7 months ago
artist
Wonderful band get together for a fine song 
Kudos for all involved ...
Latest song: One Eye Luvv
7 months ago
artist
Omar,
On behalf of the boys in the band, thanks for the kudos bro! 
:-)
Latest song: TIME FOR ME TO GO
7 months ago
artist
A really nice song, beautiful voice ..and tastefully played!Bravi!
Latest song: Freak and Flowers
7 months ago
artist
Welcome aboard Anto! 
Glad you enjoyed the ride. Color me honored!
(Sorry. No frequent flyer miles available at this time...)
Take care man!
:-)
Latest song: TIME FOR ME TO GO
7 months ago
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listener
Grand eternal now, cool keys and horns. great to hear a collab from all the MJers!:)
 
7 months ago
artist
Tim:
Not exactly "the old days," but a reasonable facimile at least! 
Thanks so much for lending an ear!
Be well friend!
:-)
Latest song: TIME FOR ME TO GO
7 months ago
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listener
Love the song!
Great lyrics. I can relate to this being an Astronomer 
Cheers from Aus
 
7 months ago
artist
Very cool song Mike but... I think you should improve the sound because it sounds as if it was recorded in mono :-)
7 months ago
artist
A catchy rock song!
7 months ago
artist
Ohhh so good...I wish I had a band! Sounded like so much fun! Well done guys!
artist
Garni, Thierry, Mary & Stan (what a Law Firm THAT woiuld make! Lol...),
Thanks for listening and for the words of support!
:-)
Latest song: TIME FOR ME TO GO
7 months ago
artist
Rock on Mike. I love it all!!
7 months ago
artist
Really nice song with a classic 60's/70's pop feel.   The strings are an added bonus.  
Latest song: Henry James
7 months ago
artist
This song is amazing.  Everyone amazing  from start to finish.  Reminds me of Warren Zevon. Great vocals.  
7 months ago
artist
You can't keep a goodwilly down.
Latest song: Floating Away
7 months ago
listener
You have such a great sound/style.  I really like this, has such a cool vibe. 
 
7 months ago
artist
Dorothy:
Thanks so much my friend!
Mark:
Glad you enjoyed it. Charlie did a great job on the strings. Filled the tune out nicely, and gave it more emotional impact.
Treb:
Thanks man. BTW, I've gotten that Warren Zevon comparison a few times over the years. It always puzzles me because I only know about three of his tunes! But I appreciate the compliment...
Shaun:
No. You certainly CAN'T "keep a Goodwilly down." I DARE anyone to try! Ha ha...
:-)
Latest song: TIME FOR ME TO GO
7 months ago
artist
Raven/Scorpius:
Always lifts my spirit to hear from you! Thanks so much for the encouraging words!
:-)
Latest song: TIME FOR ME TO GO
7 months ago
Great song. Great lyrics.
I love that picture where one of the Voyager probes took one last image looking back and Earth is only one tiny blue pixel. 
Latest song: Rhône
7 months ago
artist
Kenneth:
Like the first full circle pic of the earth from space, this "pale blue dot" photo puts things in perspective. 
How very small we are with our philosophies, theologies, ideologies, and so on. 
Thanks for the thumbs up my friend!
:-)
Latest song: TIME FOR ME TO GO
7 months ago
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