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Before I Fade Away

by JC Maillard

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Before I Fade Away - CD Quality
I had come across the lyrics of that song over the internet and when Bryan the lyricist told me he had no music for it, I recorded these vocals and guitar together in one take in an attic in Paris, France in 2008, and send the recording to him. I worked years later on adding the subtle elements that complete this original recording.

lyrics

I'm still myself
But not like before

I don't need a lot
But a whole lot more

I'm killing time beneath the stars

Between my dreams and burnt out cars

So come on Jesus
Please be kind

Just gimme someone
To fill the void


Before I fade away

Before I fade away

Gotten a blackened soul
A heart of blues

Just gimme someone
To fill her shoes


Before I fade away

Before I fade away

Love is a game
I'm yet to win

And my patience
Is wearing thin

I pray to you
Get no reply

Does it make you happy to see me cry


So come on Jesus
Don't be cruel

Gimme one more chance
To be some lover's fool


Before I fade away

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released February 5, 2021
Music: JC Maillard
Lyrics: Bryan Tess

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Welcome to the home of JC Maillard (aka Grand Baton, Jean-Christophe Maillard, Mbutu), multi instrumentalist, vocalist, composer and producer from the French island of Guadeloupe, based in New York city. Traveler, explorer of sounds, he is one of the most versatile musicians out there. You will find here JC’s personal productions. As per his collaborations… well there are many, look them up. ... more

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