Here’s the latest song I posted to youtube.
Enjoy.
And I know some of you like to read the lyrics:
Do you remember the time when we were young?
Our pretty words reflecting a love so sure;
it’s been replaced by this heartache,
The pathos of life permeates–from which there is no escape
I look into the mirror, so scared by what I see
This loss of innocence has come to terrify me
I lift my soul up for comfort; I lift my soul up for comfort…
Life is not the way I always imagined it to be, it saddens me and I’m not the way you always imagined me to be, I sadden you and I are not together, but still, we’re not so far a part; and, somehow, I just can’t forget you–somehow, I sill love the day I met you…la da da da da da…
It’s like my mind has a will of its own,
it travels back to a time I’d rather leave alone;
I’m so tired, but sleep is illusive,
these thoughts aren’t conducive to my search for peace
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Also, Shane and myself (the paper Janes) are opening for Hoots and Hellmouth at the Arden Guild Hall in Arden, DE, this Saturday night. Word on the street is that tickets are selling out, so if you want to come, better get one.
And now I’m gonna try to dislodge what feels like a knife stuck in my throat. Kidding. It just really hurts. What I will do is sleep. That sounds a lot more practical, I think.
Thanks again for the wonderful new(to me) song. I’m very happy that you care enough to give us this gift of music, despite your people shackling your new songs. And of course it’s yet another great song of sadness, that strangely doesn’t leave one feeling sad. How do you do that?
I would love to come see The Paper Janes, but I’ve had some other hot little concert tickets in my hands for that night for a few months now. That’s right, you guessed it….Twisted Sister!!! What’s that? You didn’t guess? Oh……well, that’s ok, I forgive you
It’s kinda funny, I had originally planned to go to this show alone as I don’t know a lot of people these days who are brave enough to admit they still love Twisted Sister, but I bought a pair of tickets just in case. Remember last week, Jessica, when you spent the day with your friend you hadn’t seen since you were 14 or 16 or something? Well I heard from an old friend I hadn’t seen in near a decade, that same day you wrote about your fantastic time with an old friend. (I think I mentioned this to you at the time) Anyway, the first concert Erik and ever saw together was Iron Maiden/Twisted Sister at Long Beach Arena in SoCal waaaaaay back in 1985(were you even born yet lol?), so the fact that we’re going to reunite after all these years at a Twisted Sister show…..well, I don’t have the words, I just know its gonna be amazing. And rest assured, If Twisted wasn’t playing that night, I would drag him down to DE to see you and Shane! You kids have a crazy fantastic show and make sure you leave them begging for more!
Yessss! Twisted Sister!
I thought you were too young to know Twisted Sister. Color me impressed. I <3 you for writing that. Even though you won't make out with me since I'm a cheese & bacon eater. Whatever.
Hahaha truth!
I was in a punk band and we used to cover We’re Not Gonna Take It.
Nice! What was the name of that band? Is there any footage or recordings? That would be cool to see. And thanks for being Twisted fans, I really didn’t expect to find that here on Jessica’s blog lol. But hey, good music is good music.
The band was called RedHanded. We were only around for about a year or two… and rotated drummers… and guitar players… lol. Then again, we were only about 17-18 so “commitment” wasn’t a big issue. I don’t have any video, but I have some pretty fun photos that I was thinking of putting on my own blog later.
I wouldn’t call myself a “fan” because I didn’t follow them, but every interview or anything I’ve read or heard with Dee Snyder has always been awesome!
how cool, Robert, that you followed your gut feeling and purchased two tickets and then, BAM!, your long lost friend shows up. And you’re seeing the same band that you guys saw way back when?! that’s just plain magical. And not a mistake; it’s serendipitous!
I am excited for you.
And yes, Shane and I will have a blast this saturday night (though, at the moment, I have full-on strep throat and I cannot imagine having a blast anywhere–but I’m on meds and will be better by then).
Love the song. You’re such a rebel. Hope your people don’t get upset. But honestly, don’t they know we are special? Or, at least I am. ha
I love the paper janes. I’ve heard a little bit online and thought it was rad. I was singing boi boi boi (which is AWESOME, and love the drums) at the grocery store last night, even though I don’t know the words. I dig Shane’s stuff as well. Be sure to pass that on to him (as if he knows who I am, or cares lol). And take care of that throat. That’s your money-maker. That’s my ticket to the Grammy’s (you do remember I’m your date, right?). Afterwards, we’ll hang out at Elton John’s after-party (doesn’t he have one?) and join him onstage to belt out Saturday Night’s Alright For Fighting. (I’ve put a lot of thought into this.)
Gargle once an hour in warm salt water (1tsp of salt per 8ounces of water). And hot tea. The doctor recommended that to me when I had strep, and it worked. Forgive me for (all the parentheses).
saturday! saturday! saturday! <-practicing
I am so glad you love the paper janes–that’s awesome! I will certainly pass it on to shane (he will care!). And I am glad you love the drums in Boi Boi Boi (that was shane).
And yes, I am taking care of my throat. THough, it’s strep and I feel pretty darn awful right now. But I am on drugs and they should change how I feel soon!
I agree with the salt water tip. Also, try drinking lemon tea. It worked for me last time I was sick. Just boiling water and lemon juice (to taste).
I can’t watch youtube at work.. (damn the man!). But the lyrics are pretty and I can soooo relate to them as I’m sure any of us who’ve gone through heartache can.
I wasn’t planning on going out Saturday night but I know a lot of people are excited about that show on Saturday. I’ll see if I can
I love Arden, it’s so pretty 
And you know I love The PJs. That’s what I’m gonna call you guys. PJs. Sounds comfy.
p.s. Are you playing the FAWM showcase at the Queen on 3/11?
I am not sure, because I am not supposed to post any new songs, that kept me from really participating in FAWM, so I am thinking I will probably bow out of the showcase, too:(
well poo. I’ll be playing!
oh man! you will be?! that’s awesome! honestly, a big part of it, too, for me is that cost of travel back and forth. I’ve had gigs in DE last weekend and this weekend, and I just can’t afford to keep coming back–especially if it’s for something that doesn’t pay. Sucks, but it’s how it is for me right now:(
I noticed! I just figured you were a bazillionaire by now, you know. You should probably make sure they know, though. Your pic is on the flyer :-
Always being held down by the man. I have spongebob PJs. Just sharing.
thank you for sharing, Rob.
Also, honey and fresh ginger in that tea if you have it. Ginger has some wonderful healing properties
And it tastes good in tea!
thank you for the suggestion!
haha the pjs. Yes, we’ve heart that before…and no worries if you can’t come, but you know I love to see you, is the only thing. And I am sorry the man got in the way and kept you from watching youtube at work. He’s a very annoying man, at times.
awww I love seeing you too!
There was a time when it seemed like life only revolved around sharing time with friends…. oh yes, that was summer… when we were kids….
How we take such time for granted!
Anyway, one day you and I will be able to spend more than an hour together. ONE DAY!
are those lyrics? did you write them? lovely.
and yes–ONE DAY!!!!
lol I wrote that just now… I can make it into a song? ;D Sounds like a good idea.
YES.
slap those words onto a melody and I say you got yourself the beginning of a song!
Everything about you is beautiful, especially your writing.
I especially love this line: “Life is not the way I always imagined it to be, it saddens me and I’m not the way you always imagined me to be.”
you’re so very kind, Mandy.
thank you. So much. miss you.
I miss you too!!
wow, the song was incredible Jess…thanks so much for sharing it with all of us
and please feel better soon!
Thank you, Marc–I am so glad you enjoyed it-and I always like when you stop by:)