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.: I TRY :. JA.MARTINEZ Date Submitted:  2013-06-14 [Archive Date: 2013-09-12] Genre:  R&B (Rhythm & Blues) Original Artist:  MACY GRAY Additional Info:  Disc Mfg:    Disc #:   Description:  This tune is dedicated to all the peeps out there who remain passionate about music and the art of singing. By this, I mean those individuals whose recording efforts reflect a sincere desire to give the listener an entertaining "show" whenever they present a song on the showcase. As humans, we all know no one is perfect, but, you can't knock a person who strives for perfection, especially, when they're doing something they love beyond words (e.g., their job, a given sport, car restorations, the art of drawing, bird watching, scrap-booking, and yes, even, singing). Clearly, the end result doesn't have to be bulletproof, but, how on earth could anyone expect a song that's been recorded in a single take to be remotely entertaining (even the Pros won't try this if they can help it)? This attitude truly baffles me. At Karaoke, for example, I absolutely love it when I hear a singer deliver the lyrics with great timing, emotion and an ability to add vibrato or change octaves, smoothly, while maintaining total command of the voice box. On the other hand, when I see/hear someone perform a song that sounds as if the singer hasn't practiced, I can't help but visualize myself falling into the same embarrassing circumstance, should I arrive on the scene unprepared to sing a song of my own choosing (believe me, I've flubbed-up plenty of times in spite of practicing). I, for one, CRINGE, anytime someone gets up on stage and proceeds to butcher a song, pro or amateur. Also, the excuse that because karaoke singers are not professionals and do not have access to tools as sophisticated as those used by Pros, "amateurs" should never aspire to perform at the same or higher level, doesn't hold water in my book. It seems to me that peeps who buy into this logic just don't get the point that many amateurs do care and do try to put their best foot forward each and every time they get a turn under the spotlight (i.e., karaoke or otherwise). When I first started singing and, later, recording, I knew nothing about how to properly mix a song. I built my crappy little home studio for less than $500.00 and took the time to practice my vocal/recording techniques by manipulating the tools at my disposal to the "very best" of my ability. I did this with the same degree of focus and enthusiasm I've applied throughout my professional life, as an IT manager and salesperson (i.e., a common thread between my work and singing; they're both extremely challenging and fun, fun, fun to achieve success in). I submit this song as proof that an amateur can deliver the goods, in much the same way any professional singer does. All the vocal parts on this recording are mine. I've added doubling and multiple recorded tracks, throughout, in an effort to give the audience a semblance of the original. My only regret is that I could not find a worthy karaoke backing and had to create a VR backing track, instead. Now, here is my version of accomplished R&B/soul singer, actress and songwriter Macy Gray's Grammy Award-winning hit, "I Try". I absolutely love her distinctive voice and singing style. She packs a punch like few others, in the business. "I Try", which is known as her signature song, is the second single released from her popular 1999 debut album, "On How Life Is" (7-million copies sold, worldwide). I hope everyone enjoys this incredibly soulful song. Let me know what you think. As Lady Dee so eloquently reminds us, "Keep on Keeping on" - LOL. John. www.novatechsolutions.com/MYSONGLIST/R&B/I Try_HS.mp3 Dedication to: ALL THE PASSIONATE SINGERS Overall Rank:  Rank Unavailable Total Comments:  0 Listen:    Sorry, this submission has been archived.

JA.MARTINEZ performs I TRY on Karaoke Showcase of Karaoke Scene Magazine Online: JA.MARTINEZ performs I TRY on Karaoke Showcase - This tune is dedicated to all the peeps out there who remain passionate about music and the art of singing. By this, I mean those individuals whose recording efforts reflect a sincere desire to give the listener an entertaining "show" whenever they present a song on the showcase. As humans, we all know no one is perfect, but, you can't knock a person who strives for perfection, especially, when they're doing something they love beyond words (e.g., their job, a given sport, car restorations, the art of drawing, bird watching, scrap-booking, and yes, even, singing). Clearly, the end result doesn't have to be bulletproof, but, how on earth could anyone expect a song that's been recorded in a single take to be remotely entertaining (even the Pros won't try this if they can help it)? This attitude truly baffles me. At Karaoke, for example, I absolutely love it when I hear a singer deliver the lyrics with great timing, emotion and an ability to add vibrato or change octaves, smoothly, while maintaining total command of the voice box. On the other hand, when I see/hear someone perform a song that sounds as if the singer hasn't practiced, I can't help but visualize myself falling into the same embarrassing circumstance, should I arrive on the scene unprepared to sing a song of my own choosing (believe me, I've flubbed-up plenty of times in spite of practicing). I, for one, CRINGE, anytime someone gets up on stage and proceeds to butcher a song, pro or amateur. Also, the excuse that because karaoke singers are not professionals and do not have access to tools as sophisticated as those used by Pros, "amateurs" should never aspire to perform at the same or higher level, doesn't hold water in my book. It seems to me that peeps who buy into this logic just don't get the point that many amateurs do care and do try to put their best foot forward each and every time they get a turn under the spotlight (i.e., karaoke or otherwise). When I first started singing and, later, recording, I knew nothing about how to properly mix a song. I built my crappy little home studio for less than $500.00 and took the time to practice my vocal/recording techniques by manipulating the tools at my disposal to the "very best" of my ability. I did this with the same degree of focus and enthusiasm I've applied throughout my professional life, as an IT manager and salesperson (i.e., a common thread between my work and singing; they're both extremely challenging and fun, fun, fun to achieve success in). I submit this song as proof that an amateur can deliver the goods, in much the same way any professional singer does. All the vocal parts on this recording are mine. I've added doubling and multiple recorded tracks, throughout, in an effort to give the audience a semblance of the original. My only regret is that I could not find a worthy karaoke backing and had to create a VR backing track, instead. Now, here is my version of accomplished R&B/soul singer, actress and songwriter Macy Gray's Grammy Award-winning hit, "I Try". I absolutely love her distinctive voice and singing style. She packs a punch like few others, in the business. "I Try", which is known as her signature song, is the second single released from her popular 1999 debut album, "On How Life Is" (7-million copies sold, worldwide). I hope everyone enjoys this incredibly soulful song. Let me know what you think. As Lady Dee so eloquently reminds us, "Keep on Keeping on" - LOL. John. www.novatechsolutions.com/MYSONGLIST/R&B/I Try_HS.mp3
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