THIS! My ex broke up with me 18 months ago. Since then I wrote an entire album which I believe it's the best work I've done so far. It still need a lot of tweaking but the overall ideas are make me finaly feel proud of myself. I always used to say the best songs are the ones written when the artists are sad, especially when heartbroken.
@cloudsanddoubt
2 жыл бұрын
Got the Legal Eagle in!! Heartbreak is so universal, it's why I think songs like this resonate. I like it when they're more ubiquitous, and speak to feelings in your life :)
@richegyud5419
2 жыл бұрын
This was great! I really enjoyed the style, the little stories, the minimalist piano music in the background, cutting the video back to the piano occasionally. More like this please.
@shaigluskin1225
2 жыл бұрын
Beautifully coherent video that covers a lot of ground while also being personal. Well done Mary Spender!
@j_yh
2 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful topic and brilliant execution. There’s probably a lot more that could be said on this and many many more examples. Perhaps someday you can do a part two. Thank you.
@robcunningham8908
2 жыл бұрын
Yes please - this was fantastic!
@77chickox
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent description of the topic and well delivered. In other words good song writing and well sung.
@DukeOfTwist
2 жыл бұрын
“In The Air Tonight” by Phil Collins immediately comes to mind. Must be hard for him to relive the emotion of that in every performance.
@sapsfm
2 жыл бұрын
Especially with the cans of paint on display with every performance at that time. Kudos to him for the mastery of unsubtle digs.
@aburrows2008
2 жыл бұрын
I Don't Care Anymore is an even better example of emotion by Phil Collins
@jerrypeal653
2 жыл бұрын
All the way to the bank .
@stevem-h3562
2 жыл бұрын
If you think that one is raw, take a look at the Classic Albums footage of him trying to play a song which didnt even end up on Face Value, but did end up on Genesis' Duke album, namely Please Dont Ask. That was decades after and it was still obviously raw. He couldnt finish it. You can see it in his face.
@dominantprime
Жыл бұрын
@@aburrows2008 yep some of the live performances of 'I Don't Care Anymore' I've seen, he really builds up the emotion through the song until it explodes into rage in the end, gives me chills.
@toneshepherd8300
2 жыл бұрын
In my approach, despite the hurt I experienced from my ex's "parting", I wrote songs about her strong points and the good times of the relationship rather than the hurt. Also, being somewhat obscure with the lyrics is like a privacy gate to me, the words could be interpreted in so many ways rather than making blatant clues... bad or good relationship, the relationship always started out beautifully, and it is the beautiful parts I keep for inspiration.
@evane8155
Жыл бұрын
Ok, Bono from U2
@hulkslayer626
2 жыл бұрын
Really really like the whole vibe of this video with the piano. And also really love when 2 KZitemrs I watch randomly do a collab 😁 Especially 2 you wouldn't expect to cross paths
@courtclimbs
2 жыл бұрын
The subtlety in this video is amazing.
@michaelenosmusic
2 жыл бұрын
I remember the story back when Matchbox Twenty had a hit with Push that Rob Thomas' Ex girlfriend had the audacity to try to sue him for a writing credit because he wrote of his poor treatment by her.
@DeeEllEff
2 жыл бұрын
Good Lord. That suit got tossed out, I hope (and presume)?
@patrickmckibben1932
2 жыл бұрын
I remember that. It made me chuckle a little. Because… how fitting, right? Poor guy and his abusive ex. He never said her by name so there really wasn’t any likeness rights. I don’t believe she got a red cent from that case, but I don’t remember how far that went.
@ajhieb
2 жыл бұрын
There was also so mild controversy over the song because some people misunderstood the lyrics. They assumed that _he_ was pushing _her_ around and they assumed this was "glorifying" physical abuse / domestic violence. That's fine. Mistakes happen. People misinterpret things. But some of the folks, upon being corrected _by Rob_ doubled down and insisted they knew better than him what his lyrics were about. Truly a fascinating case study into how one can get so involved with a cause that they end up seeing the world with blinders on.
@breifne555
2 жыл бұрын
Yep..I got a legal letter ref a claim on writing points from an ex and her sister. My defence was it was her mother. True story.
@drdre4397
2 жыл бұрын
@@ajhieb well said.
@rbryanhull
2 жыл бұрын
Your videos are so calm and soothing. Your voice sounds so safe and kind. Thank you for sometimes being a part of my self-care routine.
@quailstudios
2 жыл бұрын
Unrequited love is my favorite theme. There’s something about loving someone who doesn’t love you back that is bitter sweet.
@yacht199
2 жыл бұрын
really a big fan of the piano piece played here in the background...hope you continue to show us your talents on the keys. Additionally the storytelling here was quite good. Loved the introspective cuts interspersed.
@pendrew
2 жыл бұрын
I am wondering what that piece was as well. Beautiful
@12LongShot
2 жыл бұрын
@@pendrew I believe the artist is David Nevue. He has a lot of beautiful solo piano albums.
@pendrew
2 жыл бұрын
@@12LongShot thank you
@lewiscrow
2 жыл бұрын
For years I've thought that dating Taylor Swift pretty much guarantees you'll end up as the subject of a song.
@Rick_Cleland
2 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣
@tele68
2 жыл бұрын
Probably. But at least you could say you used to date Taylor Swift.
@cuber3603
2 жыл бұрын
Seems like she's settled down now
@aitornavarro6597
Жыл бұрын
I would her writing about me or break-up or whatever hah
@jokeassasin7733
Жыл бұрын
2 ways to establish your mark on history. Do something worth writing about, or write something worth reading.
@elderhiker7787
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video, Mary. I’m one of those guys who is clueless. You explained the relationship connections of songs that I sung along to years ago and, of course, was totally unaware of their real-life implications. Of course, everybody was aware of the Warren Beatty connection in Carly Simons song, but going back in music history, the songs of Hank Williams were certainly a reflection of his emotional tribulations. But, again, this was a great video on your part. Great insights.
@andrewmize823
2 жыл бұрын
There's a line in a White Stripes song that goes something like "make sure you never do it with a singer, 'cause he'll tell everyone in the world what he was thinking about the girl." I think that goes double for famous singers with highly publicized breakups.
@borderlineguitarguy
2 жыл бұрын
At the beginning of movies based on a true story you see the disclaimer: The following events are based on a true story. The names and locations have been changed to protect their identities. It also protects the writers from legal action. As a writer you have artistic license. No one knows what is in your head or what your intent is. People csn assume all they want but unless you specifically use someones name or likeness they will never have a case. Disguise it as a good writer should and you will always be safe from legal action. That being said, anyone can sue anybody for anything. It's up to a judge to decide if it's worthy of a court hearing.
@TFInstrumental
4 күн бұрын
Hey Mary, I just finished watching your video about the dangers of dating a songwriter. I can truly relate to how melodies can resonate with one's reality. I wish I could make it to your concert in Liverpool, but hopefully, you'll come closer to my area sometime soon. All the best for your shows.
@JochenVogel
2 жыл бұрын
"I'll never date a musician!" I've heard that so often and even said it myself occasionally. And now I spend my life with a wonderful musician, who is definitely at least of equal talent; and I wouldn't want it any other way. We have even recorded two CDs together as "The BirdHouse". In my wilder days I did dedicate quite a few songs to my ex-partners, but I wrote them as instrumentals. That helps avoiding the above-mentioned issues. ;-)
@frankshailes3205
2 жыл бұрын
Next best thing, date a drummer: the musician's best friend (or just someone who hangs around with musicians, according to some)...
@bulltastik
2 жыл бұрын
Good one👍🏼
@vetlerradio
2 жыл бұрын
@@frankshailes3205 It's a weird saying though, most drummers I know can play at least 4 instruments (voice being an instrument).
@weehudyy
2 жыл бұрын
@@vetlerradio Yep , I have always been a singing drummer , I play the ukulele well enough to teach teenage schoolgirls , and busk ... I am a bad guitarist and bass player , love my piano ( which is after all , a percussion instrument ) I have a couple of fine arts degrees too ... but yeah ... drummers . One thing I will say is most people don't notice a good drummer but they sure as hell know when there is a bad one .
@frankshailes3205
2 жыл бұрын
@@vetlerradio Yes, it's a bad joke. That's probably a big part of the joke itself.
@kjbunnyboiler
2 жыл бұрын
Mary, how could you miss out Phil Collins? The Face Value album has to have the ultimate “don’t go, I miss you, I hate you” format🤣🤣🤣
@xicanttl
2 жыл бұрын
Mary, you are so cool! First, the topic is pretty interesting but bringing in the Legal Eagle is also a pretty cool collab like many of your musical collabs. Great historical background that some of us 67 year old guys remember. Thanks
@JamesPorter
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, this is a really good insight into emotion in songwriting. I do remember hearing something about Adele writing at her best after heartbreak or drama, but it's amazing to see how it can also play out in social media too. The legal implications of this is also quite fascinating, I can imagine that even truths about someone could hurt another person if it's not written anonymously. I'd prefer to take your stance of trying to keep it low key for any interpretation. I have played guitar for nearly 20 years, written songs but never written lyrics. However, I recently had a relatively brief but simply perfect time with someone who I'll never see again, and the following heartbreak actually made me write a song about that time. It's not great, but I wrote it in such a short time because I felt my feelings were just fuelling my writing. It was surreal. And I totally get it now especially with context from this video. So thanks I guess ☺️
@scottmcbride5514
2 жыл бұрын
Well done, learned some new things, and love the alter ego just noodling on the piano...
@kirkb6329
2 жыл бұрын
loved all the references to other musicians and their breakups ! So Patty Boyd is with George then later Eric and even then , George and Eric played so many times together afterwards! Such an interesting subject Mary !!
@robinleebraun7739
2 жыл бұрын
Bro’s before (a very unflattering depiction of women)
@edphaze6550
2 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to the new album, Mary! And, I wish you well.
@johnhmaloney
2 жыл бұрын
Great video. I'm a big Legal Eagle fan, so it was a treat to see the two of you collaborating. I guess there's an upside to being an aromantic songwriter. I may miss out on a very fruitful (and often lucrative) topic for lyrics, but I don't have to worry about any of this. lol
@TheRealShedLife
2 жыл бұрын
3:07 I love how the lighting and acting of that guy looks exactly like good video game graphics and acting, brilliant
@LysanderLH
2 жыл бұрын
The thing about this, is that we can all name plenty of songwriters who, through a lack of extreme enough emotional turmoil, sought ever more extreme emotional turmoil and experiential anomalies through abuse of themselves, others and the physical environment around them. Sometimes it was expected and demanded of them. This belies a level of dishonesty; a pattern of thinking, which forces further psychologically traumatising events in order to feel productive as a writer. My advice to those who try to outdo their lived experiences by consciously choosing to cause more to happen than nature might have otherwise provided them, is to stop. Sometimes things, life, changes. Sometimes the person you were changes. Sometimes those around you change. Trying to squeeze every last drop out of every given situation is potentially an emotionally unhealthy, psychologically damaging thing to do. Reflection and looking for answers and meaning is not the same thing. Feeling and experiencing emotions and responding appropriately to them, is not the same thing. Just my thoughts on this.
@DeGuerre
2 жыл бұрын
In the classical world, Felix Mendelssohn is often singled out as a composer who produced amazing music, but had an unusually comfortable life and was reasonably well-adjusted. Yes, he died early at the age of 38 (of some medical condition that ran in the family), but he had a pretty decent life before that.
@nitroanilinmusic
2 жыл бұрын
@@DeGuerre Not everyone needs to channel some extreme emotional energy to create music. As a musician myself, I love creating music that *sounds* emotional, but never needed a source of said emotion to channel to it. And in the off-chance I actually utilize my negative emotions in my work, it's mostly for therapeutic purposes and probably wouldn't do if it made me feel worse. This post wouldn't be the first I've heard of abusing oneself's emotions to create more art, though... That sounds very dangerous.
@spacemissing
2 жыл бұрын
It is impossible to keep one's strongest emotions out of one's artistic efforts, as most of those efforts are made under the influence of those emotions. Just be careful to make suitable adjustments before releasing a song. And, Mary, you look incredibly good in the inserts of yourself during the Legal Eagle section.
@XOChristianaNicole
2 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful video, Mary.
@hughmungus1767
2 жыл бұрын
At the risk of being taken for a contrarian, let me suggest a completely different approach. Scottish-born songwriter Al Stewart, probably best known for The Year of the Cat, went a very different way. His songs are about historical events, many from long before he was born. I read an interview with him that asked about that and he said love songs (which include breakup songs) had been done to death and he was bored with them so he chose to do songs about major and minor historical events, including WW II, the Napoleonic Wars, and the death of Buddy Holly. I think it can be argued that writing about something OTHER than affairs of the heart adds a huge level of interest to a song. While love and heartbreak are universal experiences and therefore have a certain appeal, such songs can be seen as so routine that they lack interest. At the very least, it might be a fun challenge to write about something OTHER than a romantic entanglement. By the way, I want to make one observation/compliment about Mary's songs that I haven't heard anyone else mention in the comments I've read on this or other videos. The fact is that Mary camouflages her exes so well that I honestly don't know if she is heterosexual, bisexual or lesbian. I commend her artistry in keeping her private life private, as it should be.
@rexwave4624
2 жыл бұрын
You had me at Al Stewart, then his point about love songs. I've been following a band called The Warning, partly because I'm very tired of the classic rock that is pushed at my cohort, partly because they compose and play heavy riff rock that I loved when I was a youngster (which became classic rock), partly because their current progress from kids in the basement to rock stardom is compelling (Mary's video about ambition is very relevant and disturbing) and partly because they write about very unsettling topics (to your point) such as loneliness, murder/suicide, the angel of death, choking/drowning as an allegory for emotional trauma, etc. - not as a celebration of these topics, but trying to express pain in the soul. Are pretty young girls supposed to feel and elucidate such things?
@HackerHaus
2 жыл бұрын
“She comes out of the sun in a silk dress running like a watercolor in the rain…”
@rexwave4624
2 жыл бұрын
@@HackerHaus “the ghost moon sails among the clouds”.
@wturber
2 жыл бұрын
Any subject that a person can feel deeply about can work. And then sing it like you really mean it. "What's Up" and "Zombie" are examples that jump into my head. Going back in time, there's "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald", "Riders on the Storm", "The Hurricane", "Where do the Children Play", "Harper Valley PTA", "Boy Named Sue" and two of my faves, "Sultans of Swing" and "Money for Nothing". The list is rich and long. The world is chock full of things that we care about - all great potential for song lyrics.
@TomBombadil515
Жыл бұрын
Some of my favorite artists create music based on completely fictional events, using their storytelling and musicianship to draw in the listener. Dream Theater springs to mind with most of their material, especially their concept albums like Scenes From a Memory. Then there’s stuff like Godzilla from Racer X with high-octane, overstimulating, and shred-type playing. The whole progressive genre, rock, metal and otherwise, is all about experimenting with different sounds, instruments, and subject matter that makes for engrossing listening. Soen by Lotus also comes to mind.
@bikinggreg
2 жыл бұрын
The Dave Matthews Band song "Funny the Way It Is" has a line in the chorus that reads "Somebody's broken heart become your favorite song."
@thedduck
2 жыл бұрын
Dang, his webcam must be hella expensive. His zoom / live stream must be cinematic af 😂
@friendofships
2 жыл бұрын
you can plug in your DSLR, mirrorless camera or dedicated video camera and use it as a webcam, that is probably what he is doing.
@meekoloco
2 жыл бұрын
Okay so now that piano melody is stuck in my head! Well played!
@Markothunder
2 жыл бұрын
This video taught me a lesson. Never get into a romantic relationship if you don't wanna have problems. Stay single and happy forever
@DANJONPEARCE
2 ай бұрын
Thank you, Mary, for this insightful and entertaining video! I really appreciate how you explore the complexities of dating a songwriter with such depth and variety, from musical examples to legal advice. Your genuine approach and the way you candidly share your thoughts while looking directly into the camera make your content truly special. It’s inspiring to see you embrace your identity as an artist so fearlessly. Keep up the fantastic work!
@familycraftdad
2 жыл бұрын
Love how you tied the background music to the flow of the foreground content! The moments of you commenting from the piano as you were playing really tied in the whole thing perfectly. Well well thought out video, color me impressed!
@ZijZijnZijnZoons
2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting videos you put together. I've seen about a half-dozen or so in the past week. There's a lot to digest, but it's very profound and thought-provoking.
@SunnyIntervalsORG
2 жыл бұрын
It's so weird to see 2 people that I've followed separately on KZitem or social media for years suddenly doing a collaboration out of nowhere! Pretty cool as well!
@rasaecnai
2 жыл бұрын
My brain shortcircuited and said "Wait Mary and the LegalEagle are dating?!" LOL
@richardcamp8301
2 жыл бұрын
A great listen. And very well written and balanced opinion. And congrats on the subscriber number - I hadnt noticed how its rocketed
@dominicsedillo1980
2 жыл бұрын
I think the differences you pointed out between “Dear John” and “Paper Doll” are articulated so well and I have thought the same thing. I think the level of maturity as a person and as a songwriter show themselves in such things.
@rbryanhull
2 жыл бұрын
First time to stumble across your channel. The very pretty girl on the thumbnail got the click, your voice and accent got the like, and the tie in with legal eagle got a sub. Truly impressive!
@gossamyr
2 жыл бұрын
I've always loved the humanity that rings thru your videos, not just giving the illusion that I'm standing right next to you, but agreeing with you which erases some of the cold we live thru in this digital world. ps I'd love an ldr with you, that would knowingly come to an end but remain a solid soft friendship, the way a memory of a cat sits in one's heart...
@PaulGeorgeMoonroad
Жыл бұрын
This is the first time I ever felt understood. As a songwriter and as a human being. Thank you for that Mary 💙😊
@C_Dana
2 жыл бұрын
I see a Mary Spender I didn't see before. This video was quite interesting and thought provoking. Thank you.
@MrJosephSeely
2 жыл бұрын
Jewel..., almost the entire album 'Pieces of You'. Gut-wrenching, tear-jerking songs about all sorts of relationships, lost loves, children, old folks. She can tell a story that almost everyone can relate to in some way, because we all know someone or some scenario that is oh so familiar. We all know that cute old couple down the street, the childhood friend, your lover today, or yesterday.
@bsvenss2
2 жыл бұрын
Didn't think I'd stay so long, but this was a very interesting and fascinating video. Thumbs up!
@theboysown
2 жыл бұрын
The breakup songs of ABBA are unique in the fact that Björn wrote lyrics about his break up with Agneta and the had her sing them.
@Sam-vy8ye
Жыл бұрын
Same for Fleetwood Mac
@calewis55
Жыл бұрын
Oh, God..... So rough.
@clintonroushff7068
Жыл бұрын
Very interesting subject. You have deep experience with someone, you can have strong emotions. "It's better to have loved and lost than to have never loved at all"
@BrettSchuler-eb2mv
4 ай бұрын
Thank you for your videos. I found out about you watching a video from Rick Beato. I've been hooked. I've been watching your videos all day. I appreciate your candor and confidence. Keep up the great work. I learn something from every piece of work.
@maxblack2347
2 жыл бұрын
The format and presentation was so nice and refreshing, wow, very nice
@j.b.7332
2 жыл бұрын
But u have forgotten about Bob Dylan, who’s written more great songs about love lost than all of these writers combined, starting with Visions of Johanna, which ex-Poet Laureate Andrew Motion called the greatest pop song ever written. And what about the classic Blood on the Tracks, followed by Desire and Street Legal-all of which concern his break up with Sara, his wife?
@tauzeroii-jayg1226
2 жыл бұрын
This reminds me of a joke told by a friend in radio, who narrated it in an official-sounding infomercial voice. "Have you dated Taylor Swift and had a song written about you? You may be entitled to legal compensation." (chuckling)
@davemcginn3794
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent piece Mary. I think it's part of the pleasure as a listener to assume meaning or understanding of lyrics and empathise with the singer songwriter, your song "Amy" being a really beautiful example
@mikite57
2 жыл бұрын
That was really fun to absorb. You do take some sharp left turns with some of your posts.
@jesushernandezpitito
2 жыл бұрын
Greetings from Morelia, Michoacan, Mexico The best to you. Keep us posted of your coming performances.
@DazzleRebel
2 жыл бұрын
Carly Simon has still never revealed who "You're So Vain" was really about. As for actually writing and releasing a personal song I'd say it's easier to ask for forgiveness than it is to ask for permission!
@robinleebraun7739
2 жыл бұрын
I heard Cat Stevens and/or Kris Kristofferson. .
@DazzleRebel
2 жыл бұрын
@@robinleebraun7739 lots of theories but she's never confirmed. Warren Beatty, David Geffen and James Taylor were all in the mix too.
@martinwatkins1444
2 жыл бұрын
@@robinleebraun7739 Widely believed to be Warren Beatty
@aaronbenson2767
2 жыл бұрын
If I was a vain person, I’d swear that song was about me…
@RyanMcMusic
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for making this
@duarteestelita7257
2 жыл бұрын
what a nice one, hehe.. You’re writing song through video content.. which is to say.. storytelling.. ;) cheers from Portugal
@thomasr.jackson2940
2 жыл бұрын
Good thoughts about the morality and personal implications. Another important complication is the commercialization of celebrity relationships. Fans being invested in the RL details and sides of the fight often has significant economic benefits. It isn’t uncommon for publicists and managers to directly exploit this. The Heard-Depp brouhaha was in large part explicitly about the commercial impact of their relationship. It is one thing to use an anonymized relationship to create art. It is quite another when fans are sold on the celebrity value, and even dragged into taking sides.
@RannonSi
2 жыл бұрын
And worse yet, I'd say, if one part of the relationship don't have a platform to speak from.
@rayschoch5882
2 жыл бұрын
"He thinks the whole thing is about him…" is just perfect… Humans are… emotional, and emotionally messy. Creative types often more so. Fortunately, I'm far too old to be dating a songwriter, or anyone. This is one of my favorite "Mary" videos - smart, sassy, that lovely Bristol accent, thoughtful. What's not to like?
@JamieMPhoto
2 жыл бұрын
Love this video, and Legal Eagle rules! Also, love your piano interjections. ha ha.
@louaguado995
2 жыл бұрын
Didn't know you played piano as well. You have so many talents 😊
@penelmathis
2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting video about a topic I wouldn't thought of, thank you Mary !
@doejanedoe
2 жыл бұрын
Oh boy, this topic hits home. My current album in the works is an unplanned homage to the trials and tribulations of my current relationship. My sound engineer also happens to be the (still) partner these songs are *mostly* about 😅 Luckily, he and I can find both humor and understanding working on this project together. Great video!
@doejanedoe
2 жыл бұрын
I should also point out, I’ve noticed many of my songs are written from the perspective of what I think the other person might say or react or be thinking or feeling (often this looks like calling myself out and my mistakes in plenty of sarcastic undertones lol). It’s fun
@LawrenceMeisel
2 жыл бұрын
Articulate, Intelligent, Thoughtful, Honest, Considerate, and Very Charming.
@mckayuk
2 жыл бұрын
Du bist, as we say in Germany, sehr sympathisch. The only thing I would say is we shouldn't forget that there are many millions of hobby, amateurs and professional musicians out there who also enjoy putting their experiences and feelings into words which can become a song but simply by doing so doesn't mean they are a special breed. By and large you, me and most others will remain oblivious to many millions of such songs because of a myriad of reasons. The equivalent of saying never date a songwriter would be like saying never date a man or woman who has a Tattoo!. I for one would never fear entering into a relationship with a song writer, I mean they might not even be very good at it but awesome in other ways 🙂
@paultisme
Жыл бұрын
Goodness Mary, that wonderful disembodied speaking voice of yours.. smooth as silk.. and your music too of course..🙂
@stevep2430
2 жыл бұрын
Loved that piano piece you are playing there Mary.
@gerdagregerson
2 жыл бұрын
Broken heart or not, you are a phenomenal storyteller, Mary! 😊👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
@john-bloss
Жыл бұрын
Stephen Stills pretty much takes us through the five stages of grief with “Suite: Judy Blue Eyes”, and there was no doubt who had inspired that great song.
@peterbondmusic
2 жыл бұрын
This is very thoughtful, and I really like the structure and editing.
@stickman55100
2 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to hear and download your new Album. Love your KZitem posts.
@RMA-b9k
Жыл бұрын
Interestingly, TS collaborated & performed with two guys with John in their name around the same time. In fact years later, the guys ended up touring together at one time. Music/lyrics & music videos over the years of all parties could imply the other party. So there was a possibility it could be the other guy- also rumors & details shared by other people implied it could. Or maybe she was inspired by other stories not related to her love life- only she would know for sure. People related & responded to it- the past is in the past. I kinda wondered if it was about another songwriter though when she wrote: Would've, Could've, Should've "Years of tearing down our banners, you and I Living for the thrill of hitting you where it hurts"
@tuacakellymusic
2 жыл бұрын
Nice one Mary Spender!
@Fireguy723
2 жыл бұрын
Amy Lee's "Call me when you're Sober" is a great song also.
@douglaspeters68
2 жыл бұрын
Yooooo this is a fucking wild collab I never thought I'd see this
@ozboomer_au
2 жыл бұрын
The only thing I'd say (as I'm guilty of it myself) is that folks often over-analyze everything... 'Who is this song about?' Does it matter? Can't the song be taken alone, on its own merits? If Mary writes a song that moves me, does it make any difference that Mary wrote it about something personal.. or if another tune that moves me was written by 'Snowy on the Trams', describing a fictional story? ...and it's all in the ear of the beholder, isn't it? As the writer, you have no control over how someone is going to react.. and interpret.. what you 'say' in your writing... So, will you compromise your creativity and how/what you express through the vehicle of your music on the off-chance that someone will interpret it differently to how you intended?
@andrewgeraci8798
2 жыл бұрын
I've written three novels and I have what I like to call "character templates", fashioned after real people I've encountered over the years. Then use them as springboards to make them more colorful, and, hopefully engaging characters. Ask someone what they do for a living and you learn more than you need
@scottoakley3206
2 жыл бұрын
This is a masterpiece composition! All of the elements held me for the entire story. That is a real job in the time of 'shorts'.
@johnmangino3925
2 жыл бұрын
every song, rarely recorded…never posted or played for anyone…that i have ever written is about her. Even the ones not about any relationship subject at all. Artists couldn’t art without their experiences and feelings. Also, If someone i dated wrote a song as good as “You’re So Vain” (one of the top 3 pop songs EVER) because of me. I’d be quietly thrilled. 😂
@jammergreg
2 жыл бұрын
Great post. Your are heading in the right direction. Love your writing, singing and playing…and easy on the eyes.
@andrewjeffries8721
2 жыл бұрын
Once again you bring up an excellent point, Mary. I dig what you say about the upside of being hurt. It could be an energizer for my muse. On a parallel note: I find it hard to write upbeat hard rock lately because life for me is very laid back. Things are good for my wife and I lately and I do not want some extra trauma just so I can have writing fuel. *sigh* I guess I'll write more laid back jazzy stuff. Keep doing what you're doing Mary! I appreciate your viewpoints!
@JuanCaly
2 жыл бұрын
What a great video! Loved the piano soundtrack. So emotional.
@mikewoolie5153
2 жыл бұрын
Love you Mary. Hop you find that special one.
@heidigilsonmusic2800
2 жыл бұрын
“I bet” 😂 oh my goodness. Great video!
@stevelang3109
2 жыл бұрын
Luv ya Mary, keep humming...
@Hesohi
2 жыл бұрын
I have never written a song ‘about’ a person. I have written many songs inspired by people but not specific individuals. I have Muses but there are usually a few themes in the song to connect the melody to the lyrics.
@leewilson1368
2 жыл бұрын
Bravo! Mary, I’ve never heard anyone address this topic. You’ve done well! Cheers!
@Amptender
2 жыл бұрын
Well done Mary!
@salnegromusic
2 жыл бұрын
Peace and Blessings to you. Love you for who you are and how you are genuine about the music. Blessed.
@AndrewFriedberg
2 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@theflyingdutchman787
2 жыл бұрын
The anti-defamation law in the UK is more stringent than in the USA: A defamatory statement is presumed to be false, unless the defendant can prove its truth. Furthermore, to collect compensatory damages, a public official or public figure must prove actual malice. A private individual must only prove negligence (not exercising due care) to collect compensatory damages. English defamation law puts the burden of proof on the defendant, and does not require the plaintiff to prove falsehood.
@recumbentrocks2929
2 жыл бұрын
That was very interesting. Social media does have some scary drawbacks. Nicely put together.
@ricardogorena1510
2 жыл бұрын
OMG this cas been one of the best videos I've seen in a long time you're awesome
@allankuria9923
2 жыл бұрын
9:30 I think it's a "people" thing not a "social media" thing. Remember back in the day Evanescence fans used to blast "Call me when you're sober" at Seether concerts to fuck with Shaun Morgan and that was waaaay before social media became a thing.
@antunkatona5674
2 жыл бұрын
This video was brilliant, Mary! Very interesting and funny too! Thanks!
@trevfisher
2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic. A few things arose when watching and that's the sign of great content. 1. At the age of 58 and being single by choice and circumstance for almost a decade I mine past relationships, it's about half of what I write about, (the other half are stories and some are inspired by dreams and muses who wander in and out of my amazing life). Mining the past though is really therapeutic, the introspection required is both emotional and liberating, they are not break up songs but they are often quite sentimental and pretty. The distance allows a new perspective, one from the maturity we cannot avoid gathering because that's how time works. 2. I am astonished that anyone broke up with you. 3. The title of this video could have added 'especially not if it's Taylor Swift'. I mean let's face it she's got plenty of break-ups to eulogise but any new bloke would have to worry if she really liked him or if he's just song fodder. Still at least she hasn't got 20 odd writers credited on her tunes and that's good.
@trevorbeingtrevor
2 жыл бұрын
Piano Mary needs to be a character in a future video haha
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