We Grew Up Together

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A song to my friend...

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We Grew Up Together
Music and Poem by Bob Prince
©2009

You found your own exit
the night you checked out
Eyes shining
slow drift
off the edge

Now I wait for you
here
in the fields where we played
when we grew up
together
my friend

Song Stats

Hits: 1150
Comments: 89
Fans: 54
Plays: 151
Downloads: 0
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Uploaded: Jun 09, 2009 - 05:57:10 PM
Last Updated: Jun 09, 2009 - 08:33:38 PM Last Played: Nov 01, 2009 - 09:00:38 PM

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Attribution-NoDerivs-NonCommercial

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Keywords:

We (23), grew (1), up (43), together (13)

Hardware:

Fernandez Classical Guitar
Rode NT3 condenser mic
M-Audio Firewire 410
Mac PowerPC G4

Software:

GB4

Comments

Dadai.2	Dadai.2 said 151 days ago (June 9th, 2009)
	sweet sadness... through your fine playing. It's as if your guitar speaks the poem. Reflections of your friend. Real good one Bob. Jack Check out my latest song called The Riverside (with Ed sloparts sitting in)

guitapick	guitapick said 151 days ago (June 9th, 2009)
	Thanks, Jack... ...I enjoyed "Hard Times", too... Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

mowguy3	mowguy3 said 151 days ago (June 9th, 2009)
	We Grew Up Toghether Beautiful song for a friend. Poem is short yet says so much, and your guitar playing here is so full and rich. You can hear the emotion comeing from the strings. A fine listen, Thank you. Check out my latest song called A Different Shade Of Moonlight

guitapick	guitapick said 151 days ago (June 9th, 2009)
	"Best damn treehouse..." ...that song had a big impact on me, Russ... Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

Feter

Feter said 151 days ago (June 9th, 2009)

We Grew Up Together
WO ..man ...you really paint such an awesome picture of a sweet character
of your friend ..what a gorgeou sdedication with sweet classical tone ...
the mic in is genuine ...this is just excellent ...a true master piece ..
with its own spirit ...thnx alot for sharin such gem !!!!!

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guitapick	guitapick said 151 days ago (June 9th, 2009)
	Thanks, Feter... ...so nice to share our songs... Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

Bob6stringer	Bob6stringer said 151 days ago (June 9th, 2009)
	One of the best This is the first I've heard of this side of you, I think. You command the venue with this natural beauty. You're one of the best. Best of what? Let me just say: All hail the mighty MJ fretward triumvirate: Bill the Tiler, Johannes the chef Ciro Ander and Bob da Guitapicka! Check out my latest song called Yours and Mine

guitapick	guitapick said 150 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	Bob... ...there are so many wonderful musicians on this site. Nice of you to include me with Bill and Johannes. I really love their music. Thanks. Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

paul f. page

paul f. page said 151 days ago (June 9th, 2009)

In your hands,
Bob, this lyric comes to life without even having to be spoken. Just such beautiful playing--full of rubato at just the right spots...and at others--pathos. Such a sad little piece that is also full of longing. It is so nice to hear an acoustic guitar miced so well with such a rich, full sound. Beautiful.
Peace (more so than usual),
Paul

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guitapick	guitapick said 150 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	I've recently recorded... ...another tune with and accompanying poem. I tried to work the writings in with the music...but it's a bit of "too much". Thanks for the listen, Paul. Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

Ibstrat	Ibstrat said 151 days ago (June 9th, 2009)
	You come up with some really interesting chord progressions.Almost Ravel-like the way the chords flow together.Beautiful melody and your touch on the guitar is amazing.Fantastic Bob! Check out my latest song called Blues in Bm

guitapick	guitapick said 150 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	Chord progressions... ...follow the yellow brick road... ;) Thanks, Mark. "Sco' nuff" rocks! Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

DarkPlanet	DarkPlanet said 151 days ago (June 9th, 2009)
	Charming... ...Jazzy and calming, the notes glide nicely. I enjoyed the imaging that the sliding finger sounds lend to the soundstage Check out my latest song called Roll Your Bones

guitapick	guitapick said 150 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	Mr. Wounded... ...thanks, man. I'm glad you like those "squeaks". After years of trying to eliminate them; I've realized a fondness for them, too. Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

Livingstone	Livingstone said 151 days ago (June 9th, 2009)
	just perfect I cant say much more about the piece its perfection.. you know your stuff man.. on a side note , I LOVE RODE condenser`s I borrow an NT2 whenever I can... again your quite the player..thanx for sharing Check out my latest song called Satisfied eric sardinas/harry manx mishmash

guitapick	guitapick said 150 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	Tanks... ...I'm into your sounds, too, Scott... This salesguy at Sam Ash turned me on to the RODE series. They really are exceptional. I like the NT3 because of it's versatility. Easy to transport/set up for gigs and sounds great. Would like that bass roll-off switch...but I can compensate for that with the eq settings. Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

Roxylee	Roxylee said 151 days ago (June 9th, 2009)
	Dreamy playing Sad and yet playful, perfect for the poem. Very moving and skilled guitar work, Bob. Check out my latest song called Sweet Grace

guitapick	guitapick said 150 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	"...playful..." ...glad you caught that, Roxy. :) Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

Boundless	Boundless said 151 days ago (June 9th, 2009)
	Lovely piece Beautiful composition, fine playing. And what a sweet and rich tone... What a treat. Thanks ! Check out my latest song called Here to Hear - collab

guitapick	guitapick said 150 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	Thank you... ..."Gently" is quite a treat, too... Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

J.A.Stewart	J.A.Stewart said 151 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	Simonesque Reminiscent of Paul Simon's "Bookends," both nostalgic and bittersweet. A very rich tribute, nicely played... with feeling. ;) --- Joe Check out my latest song called A Night @ Neverland

guitapick	guitapick said 150 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	Thanks, Joe... ...I love all of the Simon and Garfunkel albums. "Bookends" is a very special one. Nostalgic and bittersweet it is... Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

MarkHolbrook	MarkHolbrook said 150 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	Superb Bob... Simply superb... You play as if the guitar were part of you expressing your emotions directly. Really nicely done! Check out my latest song called Never Say Goodbye - Bond Challenge

guitapick	guitapick said 150 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	Thanks, Mark... ...I'm more than happy that you like the tune... :) Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

drakonis	drakonis said 150 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	Poignancy What a beautifully complex, rich, warm, bittersweet feeling you've captured here, much like a friendship. Thank you for offering us a bit of your big talented heart here, hope it heals with other friendships. ttfn, Drakonis Check out my latest song called Temporal Tantrum (Sister Savage Mix)

guitapick	guitapick said 150 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	~ "...hope it heals with other friendships..." You're a very good man, Eduard. Thanks...and, "yes"...it is healing. Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

Bowman	Bowman said 150 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	The music... perfectly reflects the bittersweet longing of your poem, with feelings, I know I and I'm sure all of us can relate to. A hint of a tear with this one. Nice work Bob. Charlie Check out my latest song called The Orion Express - MJ Space Race 2009 by Bowman

guitapick	guitapick said 150 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	Thanks, Charlie... ...glad you dropped by... Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

sloparts	sloparts said 150 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	Beautifully played Bob The poem says it all, and the guitar echos those felling and thoughts. It's almost like a prayer in music my friend. Thanks for posting this wonderful piece of music, Did I mention the outstanding production and mix. Ed Check out my latest song called Just a little Something

guitapick	guitapick said 149 days ago (June 11th, 2009)
	Thanks, Ed It is a prayer in music Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

Calchas	Calchas said 150 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	Whoa... It seems like we may be on much the same page Bob. Last night I wrote a tune about an old friend who died when we were both 19. (Haven't recorded it yet.) This is lovely...and bittersweet. As it should be given the subject matter. Well done my friend. Take care! Check out my latest song called Days Go By w/ Relic67 & Andy Mackle

guitapick	guitapick said 149 days ago (June 11th, 2009)
	~ Thanks, Micheal. Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

magnatone	magnatone said 150 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	We Grew Up Together YOU are just AMAZING! This is such stellar work Bob - congrats! Check out my latest song called Symphonic Smackdown

guitapick	guitapick said 149 days ago (June 11th, 2009)
	Tanks... ...I'm always looking forward to your next work, Karen. Glad you liked this one... Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

Vic Holman	Vic Holman said 150 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	till there was you... ... some places it reminds me of that song, just a touch. what i am really picking up is that your attack is a bit more relaxed and at ease. Because it seems to flow fluidly. excellent & exquisite touch Bob. Check out my latest song called One Step Over The Line

guitapick

guitapick said 149 days ago (June 11th, 2009)

Hmmm...
...the piece calls for a more relaxed attack...but I also changed to a different set/type of strings.

My standby has been Savarez with a wound G...but I tried another set of theirs (Corum Alliance) with the standard G string and it's a shade more relaxed in sound. Nothing earthshattering. But I notice it.

That's cool that you caught that. What do you think? They sound great with the faster tunes, too. I'm considering staying with the change.

Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

Vic Holman	Vic Holman said 149 days ago (June 11th, 2009)
	the strings who woulda thunk. i would stick with them. they sound very good Check out my latest song called One Step Over The Line

bud	bud said 150 days ago (June 10th, 2009)
	I've had the privelege of hearing you live a number of times - and it really puts me in the room with you when I hear a piece like this. You have mastered the emotions of your instrument in a way I've never really considered. Does that make sense? Beautiful work Bob. Check out my latest song called Expanding Toys (Halloween Remix)

guitapick	guitapick said 149 days ago (June 11th, 2009)
	It is... ...a privilege to be a part of your world, bud...thanks Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

Moviz	Moviz said 150 days ago (June 11th, 2009)
	Plaintive yet beautiful chords and melody that meanders and takes us to a place we don't know where; as in the accompanying picture. So relaxing and pensive; Love it, regards M Check out my latest song called A Soldiers Dream (Remix/record)

guitapick	guitapick said 149 days ago (June 11th, 2009)
	It is... ...a beautiful picture, isn't it...? Thank you, Maurice. Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

diamondvalley

diamondvalley said 149 days ago (June 11th, 2009)

That was beautiful!
Only minor comment I have is the occasional string noise. I read where Tiler keeps a bowl of warm water near his left hand to soften the tips and thereby minimize the noise. I personally find polished strings, although about 3x the cost, help too. Please don't let this diminish my appreciation, for you are 100x better than I, and it was a most enjoyable listen. Thanks for sharing.

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guitapick

guitapick said 149 days ago (June 11th, 2009)

Well...
...I'll be checking it out when I get a moment, later...but if you're playing that Polonaise (I'm familiar with it); then somehow I have a feeling that I'm not quite 100x better than you...LOL...

The "string thing" is an interesting one. I've actually grown to like the sound. I spent hours upon hours, while studying classical guitar, developing a technique which minimized the squeaks. They just don't seem to bother me, anymore. In fact; I've kind of grown fond of them.

Not putting down your slant (which is shared by many, I'm sure you know). One of the things I like about this site is sharing ideas just like this.

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Trooper7	Trooper7 said 149 days ago (June 11th, 2009)
	Very Nice Well done. beautiful playing. Check out my latest song called Endless Sea II

guitapick	guitapick said 149 days ago (June 11th, 2009)
	Thanks, Trooper... ...rock on... Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

PockBluesman	PockBluesman said 149 days ago (June 11th, 2009)
	Wow What a fantastic moving melody and inspirational finger picking guitar. excellent. Check out my latest song called Sunset Chill

guitapick	guitapick said 149 days ago (June 11th, 2009)
	Thanks.. ...got some nice blues thar in yer pocket, ya do... Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

composerclark	composerclark said 149 days ago (June 11th, 2009)
	Wow! Wow! This has a Paul Simon quality... very beautiful, very well-composed... you keep me guessing where you're going next, and when you get there, I always have a "yes! perfect!" reaction. Really good stuff here. REALLY good. A bit of a melancholy vibe happening, but very pretty. Check out my latest song called Scarlet Nightfall

guitapick	guitapick said 149 days ago (June 12th, 2009)
	I think you know... ...how much I like Paul Simon, Clark. That's a very nice thing to say. Very glad you liked the piece. I'll raise a glass to you at my gig, tonight... :) Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

Scott Carmichael	Scott Carmichael said 148 days ago (June 12th, 2009)
	Melancholy undercurrent Hey Bob beautiful playing.. there are times in life where it takes a bit of strength to remain hopeful... this feels that way... smiling when your hurting inside... just an impression... but there is a surface cheerfullness and a very melancholy undercurrent... wonderfully played Check out my latest song called Good Morning

guitapick	guitapick said 148 days ago (June 12th, 2009)
	"The fields where we played... An accurate impression, Scott...I stay hopeful and keep the chin up... I know you know. Nice of you to say... Thanks, man...glad to see you here. Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

egobandit	egobandit said 148 days ago (June 12th, 2009)
	HOw I wish there was a download button, but I understand its a work of art YOu are a great guitar player and I could only wish to aspire to your level. Thanks for sharing this and if I need to I can always listen here :) !! Check out my latest song called So I been told

Sigmund	Sigmund said 148 days ago (June 13th, 2009)
	together very nice piece and well played with lots of emotion Thanks for sharing this Check out my latest song called End of a Season

guitapick	guitapick said 147 days ago (June 13th, 2009)
	Thanks... ...I'm glad you took the time to make a comment. Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

blaky smith	blaky smith said 147 days ago (June 13th, 2009)
	Acoustic I like this sound. Very nice nicely done Bob, this short poem is a great message to your friend and it's a pleasure to listen your so fine playing. Thanks ! Marc Check out my latest song called Pigeon voyageur

guitapick	guitapick said 147 days ago (June 13th, 2009)
	Hi Marc... ...the guitar really records well. Thanks. Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

TERRAPLANE	TERRAPLANE said 147 days ago (June 13th, 2009)
	Guitarpicka Wonderful guitar picken man,, I like how you use dynamics & pauses,, well done!! Another awesome guitar player here at MJs,, Thanks for sharing this lovely tune,,, keep on keepin on ,,T Check out my latest song called * The Greys * MJ Space Race 2009

guitapick

guitapick said 147 days ago (June 13th, 2009)

Funny you should mention...
...the pauses.

I think I had a Beethoven moment, listening to this piece just after it was finished. He was booed off the stage, once, for an orchestral pause in one of his symphonies (don't remember which one). A full 4 beats. OUTRAGEOUS!!!

But I was thinking: "Am I using these pauses too much...?"

Then I said:...well...you know what I said.

Thanks, man.

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I.G.M.	I.G.M. said 147 days ago (June 13th, 2009)
	Very moving, so versatile playing. Me, I like the fret noise, it`s a special sound impression, imo. As I listen to your tune I realize that I could upload an instrumental tune someday... :) Great delivery, Bob! Check out my latest song called I`m Gone

guitapick	guitapick said 147 days ago (June 13th, 2009)
	~ YAY!! Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

mikkinylund	mikkinylund said 147 days ago (June 13th, 2009)
	Beautiful! Interesting concept of posting lyric when there aren't any vocals, I like that. It gives a true meaning to the word, but also to your music. It adds depth. I think this is marvelous. Check out my latest song called Hold

guitapick	guitapick said 147 days ago (June 13th, 2009)
	I've written... ...some vocal tunes, recently. But I tend to let my fingers do the talking, for the most part. Most of my tunes tell a story, though. Thus the poetry. I'm glad you like that. Thank you. Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

gail60	gail60 said 147 days ago (June 13th, 2009)
	gorgeous This is so nice Bob. Truly beautiful music and so soothing to listen to. I really enjoy your music very much. Thanks!! Check out my latest song called Sweet September

guitapick	guitapick said 145 days ago (June 15th, 2009)
	Thank you, Gail... ...the feeling's mutual. Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

dirigent	dirigent said 147 days ago (June 14th, 2009)
	Beautiful A stunning acoustic performance. Empathetically performed, full of atmosphere A pleasure to listen to it ... Check out my latest song called Autumn

guitapick	guitapick said 145 days ago (June 15th, 2009)
	Hello Andreas... ...thanks for the second listen. :) Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

lengold	lengold said 147 days ago (June 14th, 2009)
	Just beautiful Bob. Cheers Len Check out my latest song called Dodgy Doughnut

guitapick	guitapick said 145 days ago (June 15th, 2009)
	Cheers... 2 u 2, Len (my daughter's teaching me 2 type) Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

damiengh	damiengh said 146 days ago (June 14th, 2009)
	tenacious tenderisms Holding on to those, in thought, that were in our life, expressed dearly with this tender moment of music. Sweet man.....Sweet. Check out my latest song called Tea and Scones

guitapick	guitapick said 145 days ago (June 15th, 2009)
	"tenacious tenderisms" Excellent image... :) Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

thoddi	thoddi said 146 days ago (June 14th, 2009)
	arriving late... Not much to add from what others have said... only that I was captured by the mood and fantastic feeling you manage to share through your music. Beautiful. Thanks for sharing. Check out my latest song called Don't tell me what I can't w/KTB and Ingve

guitapick	guitapick said 145 days ago (June 15th, 2009)
	Hey Thor... ...nice guitar! Glad you liked this. Thanks. Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

Joe Brady	Joe Brady said 146 days ago (June 14th, 2009)
	Just a pleasure to listen to; wow, this is really nice Bob, you've really captured an emotional style of writing music; that treble line is is an elegant voice that puts my ear in its comfort zone. BTW, love that poem too. Great tune Bob. Joe Check out my latest song called The Refugee Blues by Feter with Jiguma

guitapick	guitapick said 145 days ago (June 15th, 2009)
	Thanks, Joe... ...keeping the melody line separate is not always so easy. As Eeyore said: "Thaaaaaanks fer noticin' me" Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

Skean	Skean said 145 days ago (June 15th, 2009)
	Oh! man This is stunning, so so nice picking, I'm in awe... Thanks for this beauty... Cheers Check out my latest song called Walking seeking & depressed

guitapick	guitapick said 144 days ago (June 16th, 2009)
	And... ...cheers to you, too, Kenta... Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

tokai	tokai said 145 days ago (June 15th, 2009)
	Excellent playing, a true craftsman of the fret board. Beautiful song to your friend, must be a special person, and lucky.... well played. Check out my latest song called farriage/Gaylen75

guitapick	guitapick said 144 days ago (June 16th, 2009)
	Thanks, Steve... ...that's a very nice thing to say about my friend. Special, indeed. Thank you. Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

Doug Somers	Doug Somers said 144 days ago (June 16th, 2009)
	Tenderly played with such deep expressiveness. I'm right there hanging on each note as the move through me. The pauses are perfect - your sense of timing is a gift. This is downright gorgeous Bob. Keep well, Doug Check out my latest song called Desiree (MJ Space Race 2009)

guitapick	guitapick said 142 days ago (June 18th, 2009)
	~ Thanks, Doug. Enjoy the day... Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

Parichayaka

Parichayaka said 140 days ago (June 20th, 2009)

words...
Moving, longing and heartfelt. Truly a gift to be able to express life's joys and pangs through a few strings on a piece of wood, inspiring hope in sadness and instilling beauty in life's frowning face. Music like this can't be studied or learned - I can only imagine it coming from a deeper place. At least this is where it transported me listening to it. Thank you.

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guitapick	guitapick said 140 days ago (June 21st, 2009)
	~ "...inspiring hope in sadness and instilling beauty in life's frowning face..." Thank you so much. We practice, play, and write to achieve just what you've described. The goal is to find that deeper place... I'm sure you know. Thanks. Peace. Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

Jarvoid	Jarvoid said 134 days ago (June 26th, 2009)
	Oh I give up This is beautiful guitar picking.... well it's more than picking ,it's proper playing...top job. Check out my latest song called Witches in Texas-'Hallowe'en Challenge 2009'

	Soundhound said 132 days ago (June 28th, 2009)
	Love the Feel of the hole thing, moves along nicely makes you wonder how they turned out...... If it's a guy must be a sad story, if it's a girl she must be looking fine...... Nice one....... Check out my latest song called Do You Want To Be Mine..... " Instrumental "

timothy devine

timothy devine said 130 days ago (June 30th, 2009)

Bob, thanks
incredible
i will save this and share it
the poem / core opening / soul bleeding / truth
a wonderful recording
final results
a fine moment in my life... to have listened
like a fine wine
(have you ever heard "where Isabelle Played" a macjammer nameed Willywagga has it up
something about your piece that reminds me of willys song
check it out
http://www.macjams.com/song/23659
tim
fine music
thanks

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guitapick	guitapick said 130 days ago (July 1st, 2009)
	Well... ...I've been thinking a lot about my daughter's childhood years, Tim. Willy's song just made me cry. Sweet tears... Thanks. Enjoy the day... Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

richardhowardjones	richardhowardjones said 110 days ago (July 20th, 2009)
	:) Just a big grin from me, Bob. Check out my latest song called GOTTA GO

Mackie	Mackie said 84 days ago (August 15th, 2009)
	Nice! Nicely tune! Check out my latest song called Little Guitar Tune

crissew	crissew said 84 days ago (August 15th, 2009)
	Beautiful guitar lines Love the fingerpicked guitar sound. The only tiny thing I would do is to EQ the string squeak down some if possible. Other than that it is perfect. Very well done. Thanks for posting. Faved it. Check out my latest song called What Does Love Entail

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