Hello! This is my entry to the Hive Open Mic contest. I sang a cover of the song, Say Something by AGBW, a once popular song. The theme for this week is "Love Hurts," chosen by @Khaleesii.
I chose this song after discarding about a hundred other songs I had in mind; I am very sure many of us can relate to that. But other than the reason of it being the last resort, I actually chose this because it relates to a time when I, for once, actually truly loved someone and I had been let down. That broke me. Among the many songs that I added to my playlist then to help get by, this one was one of the few that could really relate to how I felt.
Love is actually a beautiful thing, but it is also a very powerful emotion. It can basically make or break you. However, if you ask me if I would love again, I would say absolutely.Love is sweet. All this "hard guy" stuff we are doing is not paying some of us. But, of course, I'm not going to paint my ex in a negative light.I made mistakes. So in the end, you could as well say that I hurt myself.
I know my entry is probably the last on the list, but I could not let another week pass without my entry, regardless of all that I have been through this week. I had actually been inspired by another user, @sekani, when I saw her entry for last week and I was absolutely pumped. And I figured this is a good way to channel that pain into something useful.
Before you go, I need to mention that this is my first time making a cover and producing one on FL Studio. Damn, it was hard. I applaud everyone who has participated in these Open Mic contests. My last cover was with a guitar. I thought that was hard. Now my opinions have changed. Oh well, I hope to keep at it so I can get better.
So, with all that said, "Say something" and let me know what you think. Please, be gentle; otherwise, you will make me come here with another heart-break song.
PS: I got the instrumental from Youtube. Here s the link:
LYRics
Say something, I'm giving up on you
I'll be the one if you want me to
Anywhere I would've followed you
Say something, I'm giving up on you
And I... am feeling so small
It was over my head
I know nothing at all
And I... will stumble and fall
I'm still learning to love
Just starting to crawl
Say something, I'm giving up on you
I'm sorry that I couldn't get to you
Anywhere I would've followed you
Say something, I'm giving up on you
And I... will swallow my pride
You're the one that I love
And I'm saying goodbye
Say something, I'm giving up on you
And I'm sorry that I couldn't get to you
And anywhere I would've followed you (Oh-Ooh)
Say something, I'm giving up on you
Say something, I'm giving up on you
Say something...
¡Hola! Esta es mi entrada al concurso Hive Open Mic. Canté una versión de la canción, Say Something de AGBW, una canción que una vez fue popular. El tema de esta semana es "El amor duele", elegido por @Khaleesii.
Elegí esta canción después de descartar otras cien canciones que tenía en mente; estoy muy seguro de que muchos de nosotros podemos relacionarnos con eso. Pero aparte de la razón de que es el último recurso, en realidad elegí esto porque se relaciona con una época en la que, por una vez, realmente amaba a alguien y me habían decepcionado. Eso me rompió. Entre las muchas canciones que añadí a mi lista de reproducción para ayudar a salir, esta fue una de las pocas que realmente podría relacionarse con cómo me sentía.
El amor es en realidad algo hermoso, pero también es una emoción muy poderosa. Básicamente, puede hacerte o romperte. Sin embargo, si me preguntas si me encantaría de nuevo, diría absolutamente. El amor es dulce. Todas estas cosas de "tipo duro" que estamos haciendo no nos pagan a algunos de nosotros. Pero, por supuesto, no voy a pintar a mi ex con una luz negativa. Cometí errores. Así que, al final, también podrías decir que me hice daño.
Sé que mi entrada es probablemente la última de la lista, pero no podría dejar pasar otra semana sin mi entrada, independientemente de todo lo que haya pasado esta semana. De hecho, me había inspirado otra usuaria, @sekani , cuando vi su entrada de la semana pasada y estaba absolutamente emocionada. Y pensé que esta es una buena manera de canalizar ese dolor hacia algo útil.
Antes de irte, necesito mencionar que esta es la primera vez que hago una portada y produzco una en FL Studio. Maldita sea, fue difícil. Aplaudo a todos los que han participado en estos concursos de micrófono abierto. Mi última versión fue con una guitarra. Pensé que era difícil. Ahora mis opiniones han cambiado. Oh, bueno, espero seguir así para poder mejorar.
Así que, con todo lo dicho, "Di algo" y dime lo que piensas. Por favor, sé amable; de lo contrario, me harás venir aquí con otra canción desgarradora.
PD: Recibí el instrumental de Youtube. Aquí está el enlace:
LÍRicos
Di algo, estoy renunciando a ti
Yo seré el indicado si quieres que lo haga
En cualquier lugar donde te hubiera seguido
Di algo, estoy renunciando a ti
Y yo... me siento tan pequeño
Estaba sobre mi cabeza
No sé nada en absoluto
Y yo... tropezaré y caeré
Todavía estoy aprendiendo a amar
Estoy empezando a gatear
Di algo, estoy renunciando a ti
Siento no haber podido llegar a ti
En cualquier lugar donde te hubiera seguido
Di algo, estoy renunciando a ti
Y yo... me tragaré mi orgullo
Tú eres a quien amo
Y me despido
Di algo, estoy renunciando a ti
Y siento no haber podido llegar a ti
Y en cualquier lugar donde te hubiera seguido (Oh-Ooh)
Di algo, estoy renunciando a ti
Di algo, estoy renunciando a ti
Di algo...
W̳̿͟͞h̳̿͟͞o̳̿͟͞ ̳̿͟͞i̳̿͟͞s̳̿͟͞ ̳̿͟͞O̳̿͟͞l̳̿͟͞u̳̿͟͞j̳̿͟͞a̳̿͟͞y̳̿͟͞?̳̿͟͞
Olujay is a Nigerian musician (guitarist and singer) based in Nigeria. He is currently in his final year studying mechatronics engineering at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta.
He strongly believes that everyone has the ability to affect change in some manner, and that we all have the capability to influence others.
One of his many goals is to become the best version of himself that he can attain. And, in doing so, maintain balance in order to do everything well.
𝕀𝕗 𝕪𝕠𝕦 𝕖𝕟𝕛𝕠𝕪𝕖𝕕 𝕥𝕙𝕚𝕤 𝕡𝕠𝕤𝕥, 𝕜𝕚𝕟𝕕𝕝𝕪 𝕝𝕖𝕒𝕧𝕖 𝕒 𝕔𝕠𝕞𝕞𝕖𝕟𝕥, 𝕣𝕖𝕓𝕝𝕠𝕘, 𝕠𝕣 𝕦𝕡𝕧𝕠𝕥𝕖. 𝕀𝕥 𝕨𝕚𝕝𝕝 𝕓𝕖 𝕘𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕥𝕝𝕪 𝕒𝕡𝕡𝕣𝕖𝕔𝕚𝕒𝕥𝕖𝕕.
▶️ 3Speak
A special song, and seems many liked it for this week's topic. I see it also as a great choice! Well done with singing too 👌
Hi, @mipiano.
Yes, this week's topic was really inspiring as it tapped into people's emotional experience. It also gave us the avenue to express our pain in a creative way, turning it into some joyful creations.
I am glad the communtity appreciate my entry. Thank you.
This cracked me up really 😂😂😂 please whoever is leaving a comment should add "Angelic voice you've got there handsome!" 😍
That will avert any form of breakfast song in this community from him after this week's theme is ended 😝🤣
I love your song choice really and the background voice you did yourself is amazing! Please keep saying something musically, I'm not giving up on you 😊❤️
😅😅
You know that feeling when you spend countless hours exerting yourself to do something, and after you are done, someone goes on to say it was terrible. I mean, it really may not be perfect, but at least have mercy on the poor soul that has worked so hard to achieve something.😁
But then, criticism is quite important as well. They can help us get better much faster.
It really means a lot to me to see that you enjoyed it. And as always, you have encouraged me to keep on. I will keep trying to say something musically from now on.
😅
How was service today?
Happy Sunday.
As in ehn, I know the feeling very well... If you saw my video and what I wrote on the post, you'll understand that I know exactly what that feels like 😝 it was my first time singing for Hive Open Mic too.
Anyways, yours was amazing and I'm glad you will be making more of those 😊
Service went well and Happy Sunday to you too ❤️
The thing is not easy.
I have already jumped to see your video.
😳 I'm speechless, you sing sooo good! And the harmony 🔥. Gosh. @merit.ahama I heard the angels too! Beautiful is an understatement really.
Breakfast humbles you on a whole new level but Ed Sheeran is part of why I won't back down so easily, those beautiful songs can't waste just like that😂. Love sure is beautiful.
You got the tag wrong but man🤭 I'm so glad I visited 😊. Make I go start your fan base, the unveiling of the next hive star 😂. Way to go!
Haha your words too sweet o
@olujay add groundnut join these words, soakies don set o 😂😂
Ayyy...Sekani be making me open all my "32". Who are these angels you speak of?😂
Breakfast no be anybody mate o. If e hold you like this...
And I love Ed so much. I used to listen to his songs a lot.
Sorry about the tag, I wrote through 3speak and it did not suggestion like PeakD for me to confirm.
Who dey breett!!😂
Thank you so so much, @sekani
Another Sunday in this strike. God will help us.
I've made peace with this strike jare😂. I no reason am again.
Anytime 🤗❤️
This is beautiful ❤️
Thank you for always stopping by, brother.
Awnnnnn🥺🥺
This is so lovely 🥺❤️❤️❤️
Eii..see superstar in my blog o.
Thank you so much, @adrah1
Dude this was amazing, there is so much power and Peace that comes with just listening to you sing and the Harmony in the background is just crazy. I'm really glad that I watched this, this video really put a smile on my face and I felt a peace. Glad the community has you now.
Brother, I wish you could see how encouraged you have made me feel. To think that my music can go a long way in filling its audience with so much peace, to the point where it puts a smile on their faces, makes me feel all the more pumped to keep on at it.
I am very glad to now be a part of this community.
Thank you for stopping by and leaving such kind words.
We have a lot in common but I have seen a difference in us both. You are good brother! It was a good listening.
We sure do have so much in common; the list goes on and on.
For my oga to say I am good, I need to go and kill cow.
I am really glad you liked it, brother.
Oh, I meant to tell that my typing has gotten much better. I am now at 30 WPM and now building my speed up to 40 WPM. Small small, I go be like my oga.
There is something I am very sure about is that you would be faster than me soon.
This man...the way you believe in people...It is really encouraging.
It's not just that, but I know that you are determined to grow and if you continue to practice at this rate, it is for sure that you would get faster than me very soon. Try to beat 70-75 WPM, then you are very sure faster than me.
Now ehn, when I feel bored, I just find one typing test website and just spend about 20 mins typing. I find it fun, somehow.
My speed seems to have reduced. I just did this. you should try too and share a screen shot: https://www.livechat.com/typing-speed-test/#/
Here is mine bro. This site will now be adde to my list. I have others that I use. But I like this one's UI.
I am just hovering around 30 WPM
Although, 34 WPM is my all time high but with 91% accuracy, but I do not count it.
Smiles.. This is a nice progress man... Soon you would be way faster, I am sure of that.
ollaah!!! this is amazing @olujay i love your cover!
i feel like singing this song too.
im so happy listening to this. i know the lyrics is sad, but listening to different people for the first time always makes me happy. its just so beautiful to know and see that there are so many people with beautiful voices.
keep it up @olujay
love lots,
@erelasblog
Hello @erelasblog.
I can totally relate to how it feels to hear different versions songs for the same lyrics. You get to experience different interpretations of its meaning through different creative and brilliant minds.
I makes me feel so encouraged to know that you love my cover.
Thank you for checking my cover out.
Hermosa canción y muy bella voz, @olujay, me gustó mucho pasar por tu post y disfrutar de tu presentación.
Muchas gracias, @abraham2018
Me alegra mucho que hayas encontrado mi trabajo interesante. Seguiré haciendo mi mejor esfuerzo para entregar más.
What?!!!!!!!
I must have made a huge mistake not listening to this earlier,but fr you have a nice voice🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺
When you started singing, I screamed"what!!!!!!"...The depth of your voice is so so so amazing.
Wow! I love this🤗🤗
Hey, @veratunes.
Eii...Really??
These your words are far too kind. I am really glad you liked my cover, and my voice. You have encouraged me to continue.
Awwn, how did I miss this? Joe this is so beautiful, at some point I was not sure if you were the one singing because it was sounding so so nice.
Mhen, you can sing, those melodies, were they from you too?
@starstrings01, go and learn from your twinny naw, he will be a really good teacher, lol.
Abeg get well soon oo, let me hear more of this your melodious voice.
And before I forget, you are welcome to hive open mic officially.