Window by Jonathan Beckenstein
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wait by the window
pray through the sight
for a dollar
in my pocket
for my country
who’d have thought?
don’t stand by the window
outmanned and alone
after drinking
(check my cheekpiece)
i can hit it
(pull the bolt back)
without thinking
(keep my hands loose)
what i’ve done
i’m waiting now by the window
i don’t know how to get home
for a dollar
in my pocket
for my country
wrong or right
after drinking
(check my cheekpiece)
i can hit it
(pull the bolt back)
without thinking
(keep my hands loose)
what i’ve done
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Thanks to Janine Levinson and Cheesemont Paisely-Paisely for early listening and encouragement.
Special thanks to Wheelwright for sage editorial advice.
Image by Chandler Cruttenden via Unsplash
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Comment by nasobello
Excellent song, I miss a longer guitar solo ;)
Comment by FarOut Music Studio
Really cool Jonathan! ;)
Comment by ELT Project
Great song. Liking the clarity of the guitar.
Comment by Geestrücken
Cool Track!
Comment by Konrad Spittelberg
immersive piece. I love these repeating downbeat harmonies and the contrast to the interlude around 1:20 ff
Comment by Torbjørn
sounds very convincing to me. the music and vocals has definately your signature and its good
Comment by Amy Fear
Chilly upper atmosphere psychedelic vibes and some truly magnificent guitar on this Jonathan, great stuff.
Comment by BeSinger
Coming back for another listen. That bridge and soloing.. goosebumps
Comment by Frans Beelaard
Very catchy vocal track & lyrics! perfectly executed..great guitar & keyboard work..excellent mix & recording production..brilliantly done!
Comment by Frank DANA
Very cool and Floydian track !
Comment by Ryu.
It's a wonderful song. And as for these lyrics, I have nothing to say. I have no right to. Very real.
Comment by Steve Matthews
Back again to this beautiful place. 🙏
Comment by Neli CoKo
Wonderful hovering feeling in this tune, such a great track!
Comment by Dave Orestes 1
awesome melody/music..like the back and forth vocal at 110 or so..I hope we can stem this streak of hateful thoughtless violence
Comment by Mugfish76
I got the Floyd vibe but also the protest vibe. Strong metaphors for the madness and willingness of modern times towards conflict
Comment by Dag Olav Hermundstad
Great song, great atmosphere!!!
Comment by MIRANDA
Brillant atmosphere, great lyrics and work 👍👏
Comment by Peter Grimbeek
A doom-laden song for sure. This could be anyone of the protagonists in this mad moment of history.
Comment by Jeff Roberts
the half step progression brings doom right out of the box -- a strong Syd Barret vibe here (and also The Mad Pride here on SC) ; the answering vocals are essential here and so is the patient delivery -- this is a haunting and beautiful tune JB!!
Comment by Belial Pelegrim
Really interesting chords and feel, brother...an amazing listen.
Comment by Lammbone
A very evocative song for me, as a retired teacher... living through some harrowing moments of being a protector, while in lockdown.
Comment by Alan Hamilton
A fabulous track, song and production.....Great dynamics and arrangement....
Comment by the library
Seriously impressive musicianship on display here
Comment by Francesco Cartocci
I listened to it by chance because S.C.'s algorithm suggested it to me and without looking at the screen, after a moment I realized it was one of your songs, it's very much yours, so beautiful!
Comment by ElectroTrek
Pink Floyd has competition here, Jonathan! 😉❣❣❣ Love this! Your 🌟🌈vocals float into a transcendental timeless zone! Ethereal & dreamy soundscape that I want left on infinity repeat! GORGEOUS! >>
Comment by kensuke kotori
I love the change here! It's like capturing a momentary change of emotion! I love the beautiful guitar and vocals!
Comment by rosin dust
fantastic shift here! a beautiful dark song, so superbly arranged.
Comment by lil' spaceman
this middle is very nice. love how the guitar returns
Comment by Stricknice
Equal Parts eerily dark and floating high beautiful while your vocal inflection really drives it home for me on this. Truly captivating work Jonathan:)
Comment by Wodwo
you've surpassed yourself with this track, JB! It really is one of the best. I hope you're pleased with yourself. Onwards!