I wrote this lyric back in 2013, after reading a local news paper article and seeing a newscast about this homeless vet who passed away in Greensboro. He used to polish the graves of the vets and fly flags. This is where he was found.
I was so touched by the story I had to write a song.
Fast forward to last year, a somewhat local singer Ed Davis was open to writing music to this song, and he has performed it locally with good response. Now he is about to go into the studio to perhaps put on his 2nd CD. This is a home demo, sound is not the best, but I am considering making a few lyrical changes.
I put the ideas for changes beside the lyric with an * . I hope that is not too confusing. I would like input on this lyrically. If it flows with music, if it is written well enough, etc, before he goes into the studio. I want to try to make this the best song possible, for pitch to tv, commercials. I do not believe he is open to changing it musically, but he said he is open to lyrical tweaks.
Thank you.
