On the Line

I'm not going to tell you that I'm a composer, because I'm nowhere near worthy of that kind of title yet. I've actually never shared any of the music I've written with anyone. Not even my husband. Most of what I write is inspired by my personal struggles and joys, and it's therefore quite close to my heart. And, being in my early twenties, I know I have a lot of growing and perfecting yet to do. But the last year or so I've gained a lot of self-confidence, so tonight I lay it on the line for you, reader. For the first time, one of my songs posted publicly. You don't really get the full effect without hearing the melody and the textural background stuff that I hear in my head with it, but I'm still trying to figure out the best solution for creating that part.

This is written for my husband about our dating and early engagement period, and is just a bit inspired by the e.e. cummings poem of the same title. I love you, sweetheart, and happy anniversary. Here goes nothing.

I Carry Your Heart With Me

Walk me home, it's just us two

Savoring a love so new

Our expectations hover in the air

Electrified from head to toe

You bow your head and pull me close

And slowly run your fingers through my hair

[CHORUS]

On a night like this, with a man like you

Just one more kiss, or maybe two

On this dark, cold street, here we stand complete -

I carry your heart with me

Beneath the light of the rising moon

You flash a smile that leaves no room

For doubt to feed the demons in my head

This madman's love like fire burns

Our hands are clasped, we slowly turn

And step together toward the road ahead

[CHORUS]

On a night like this, with a man like you

Just one more kiss, or maybe two

On this dark, cold street, here we stand complete -

I carry your heart with me

-Bridge-

Your arms and hands encircle me, embraces ever sweet

Take me down, set me aflame, and fill this aching need

[CHORUS]

On a night like this, with a man like you

Just one more kiss, or maybe two
Here with you, I am free, and I hope you see -

I carry your heart with me

I carry your heart with me

*phew* Now, just to hit that publish button. If you comment, be kind. :)