Winter’s Touch is an instrumental piece by Andrew Charman-Williams played on a tenor guitar by Peter Coombe (GDAE tuning). First recording of a brand new piece – I did think about layering it with a few more instruments but at the moment I like it stripped back to just the two tenor guitar parts.
Category: Music
Music and lyrics by Andrew Charman-Williams and Spiral Net
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Winter’s Touch
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Morning Light
Morning Light is an instrumental for high G ukulele.
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Banjo Hornpipe
A tune by me without a proper name at the moment on tenor banjo with fretless nylon banjo and acoustic bass accompaniment. A few wrong notes but maybe if I ever record it again I’ll get them right. It’s a three two tune which were often called hornpipes (or triple hornpipes to distinguish them from other hornpipes in 4 or 2).
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Walking Not Running lyrics
Version 1
Walking, not running,
Through the tapestry of twilight hues,
Where shadows dance on the edge of day,
And the world breathes in a quiet sigh.No hurried pace, no frantic steps,
Just the rhythm of a heart at ease,
In sync with the whispers of the wind,
A gentle cadence, a slow release.The path unfolds beneath my feet,
A mosaic of earth and fallen leaves,
Each step a story etched in the soil,
Tales of journeys, both near and far.The sun, a fading ember in the sky,
Paints the horizon in strokes of amber and gold,
A masterpiece of the closing day,
A palette of dreams, untold.I tread upon the canvas of nature,
Feeling the earth beneath my soles,
Connected to the pulse of the land,
In this moment, where time strolls.Not a race against the hands of the clock,
But a communion with the silence,
Where the rustle of leaves and the song of birds,
Compose a symphony of tranquil compliance.A mindful saunter through the sacred,
A meditation in the art of being,
In the slowing down, I find the essence,
Of a journey that transcends mere seeing.So, I walk, not run,
Along the path of quiet contemplation,
Embracing the serenity of each step,
In the hush of the world’s meditation.Version 2
(Verse 1)
Walking, not running,
In the twilight’s gentle glow,
Where shadows waltz on the horizon,
And the world breathes soft and slow.No hurried pace, no frantic steps,
Just the rhythm of a heart at ease,
In tune with the whispers of the breeze,
A melody of tranquility, a sweet release.(Chorus)
I tread upon the canvas of nature,
Feeling the earth beneath my soles,
Connected to the pulse of the land,
In this moment, where time strolls.(Verse 2)
The sun, a fading ember in the sky,
Paints the evening in hues untold,
A masterpiece of the closing day,
A palette of dreams, a story to unfold.Each step, a tale etched in the soil,
A journey written in the falling leaves,
I walk the path of quiet reverie,
Where the heart finds solace, believes.(Chorus)
I tread upon the canvas of nature,
Feeling the earth beneath my soles,
Connected to the pulse of the land,
In this moment, where time strolls.(Bridge)
Not a race against the hands of the clock,
But a communion with the silence,
Where the rustle of leaves and the song of birds,
Compose a symphony of tranquil compliance.(Verse 3)
A mindful saunter through the sacred,
A meditation in the art of being,
In the slowing down, I find the essence,
Of a journey that transcends mere seeing.(Chorus)
I tread upon the canvas of nature,
Feeling the earth beneath my soles,
Connected to the pulse of the land,
In this moment, where time strolls.(Outro)
So, I walk, not run,
Along the path of quiet contemplation,
Embracing the serenity of each step,
In the hush of the world’s meditation.Version 3
Walking, not running, through the quiet streets,
Where echoes of footsteps blend with the heartbeat.
Underneath the city lights, a nocturnal ballet,
In the moonlit shadows, I find my own way.No rush, no race against the ticking hands,
Just a stroll through a world where time expands.
Street lamps flicker, casting a gentle glow,
As I weave through the city, letting thoughts flow.The pavement beneath, a textured story unfolds,
Each crack and cobblestone, tales of lives it holds.
I’m a wanderer in the urban twilight,
A poet in the symphony of the city’s night.Neon signs whisper secrets in electric hues,
As I navigate the city’s labyrinth, wearing midnight shoes.
A steady rhythm of footsteps on the pavement,
In the stillness of the night, a silent engagement.Walking, not running, through the city’s embrace,
Discovering beauty in each forgotten space.
A slow dance with the urban serenade,
In the quietude, my worries begin to fade.Gentle winds carry fragments of distant sounds,
As I stroll through the quiet streets, unbound.
Reflections in windows, a transient mirage,
In this nocturnal reverie, I’m the sole voyage.The city sleeps, but my steps are wide awake,
In the hushed alleys, dreams and reality intertwine.
Walking, not running, through the city’s heart,
A nocturnal explorer, making art from the sublime.Version 4
Walking, not running,
Beneath the silvered veil of night,
Where the moon whispers secrets,
And stars paint the canvas of quiet delight.No hurried strides, no racing beats,
Just the cadence of a thoughtful gait,
In step with the nocturnal symphony,
A melody that transcends the hour late.The world, a silent observer,
As shadows play on the moonlit ground,
A ballet of contrasts, light and dark,
In the stillness, a tranquility profound.Step by step, the journey unfolds,
A pilgrimage under the celestial dome,
Each footfall a note in the cosmic score,
A serenade to the universe, a quiet poem.Through realms where time takes a pause,
And the night sky cradles the wandering soul,
I walk, not run, in the hallowed quiet,
A voyage where introspection takes control.No destination set in stone,
Just the path of quiet exploration,
As the night embraces with open arms,
A sanctuary found in the art of contemplation.Walking, not running,
In the hush of midnight’s embrace,
Where the world sleeps, and dreams unfurl,
I find solace in the unhurried pace. -
Lost Without You lyrics
The morning light creeps in
As I lie here in my bed
My thoughts drift back to you
And all the things we said
Oh my love where have you gone
I’m lost without you can’t carry on
I long to hear your voice again
To feel your touch to ease this pain
The days are long the nights are cold
My heart is heavy my soul is old
I wander through the streets alone
Wishing you were here to guide me home
Oh my love where have you gone
I’m lost without you can’t carry on
I long to hear your voice again
To feel your touch to ease this pain
I know that I’ve made mistakes
And I’ve caused you so much pain
But if you could find it in your heart
To come back to me we could start again
Oh my love where have you gone
I’m lost without you can’t carry on
I long to hear your voice again
To feel your touch to ease this pain
So I’ll wait for you my love
And hope that you’ll return
Until then I’ll sing this song
And let my heart yearn -
Weight of the World lyrics
Verse 1
I’m sitting here with my guitar
Strumming chords in the dark
Trying to find the words to say
All the things that are in my heart
Chorus
Cause I can feel the weight of the world
Pressing down on me
And all I wanna do is find a way
To set my soul free
Verse 2
There’s a pain that runs so deep
It keeps me up at night
And I’m afraid if I don’t let it out
It’ll consume me from inside
Chorus
Cause I can feel the weight of the world
Pressing down on me
And all I wanna do is find a way
To set my soul free
Bridge
So I pour my heart out through these strings
Hoping that someone out there feels the same
And maybe we can find a way
To make it through another day
Chorus
Cause I can feel the weight of the world
Pressing down on me
And all I wanna do is find a way
To set my soul free
Outro
I’ll keep playing this guitar
Until I find the peace I seek
And maybe one day I’ll look back
And see how far I’ve come from where I used to be -
Chance to Breathe lyrics
Version 1
Verse 1
Finally alone, a chance to breathe
Time to relax and find my peaceChorus
Take a breath, refresh my soul
Time to relax and be aloneVerse 2
The quiet fills me, no need to rush
This moment’s mine, no one to pushChorus
Take a breath, refresh my soul
Time to relax and be aloneVerse 3
Gather my strength, prepare to go
Grateful for this time aloneChorus
Take a breath, refresh my soul
Time to relax and be aloneVersion 2
Verse 1
Finally alone, a chance to breathe
To take a moment and take in my peace
Let go of all my worries, no need to grieve
This is the time I’ve been longing to receiveChorus
A chance to breathe, a chance to just be
Enjoy the peace and regain my energy
A chance to breathe, a chance to just be
Enjoy the peace and regain my energyVerse 2
No need to rush, I’m taking my time
Letting go of all the things on my mind
My worries feel so far away
Now I can find some peace and stayChorus
A chance to breathe, a chance to just be
Enjoy the peace and regain my energy
A chance to breathe, a chance to just be
Enjoy the peace and regain my energyBridge
This is the time to just relax
Let go of all the stress and take a break
The peace that I’m feeling is so sweet
Letting go of all the burdens I have to meetChorus
A chance to breathe, a chance to just be
Enjoy the peace and regain my energy
A chance to breathe, a chance to just be
Enjoy the peace and regain my energy -
Beauty of Solitude lyrics
Verse 1
Alone I sit, in peaceful joy,
The world outside I ignore
A moment of peace I enjoy,
Without a need for more.Verse 2
The sun is setting in the sky
The birds are singing a sweet tune
A gentle breeze is in the air,
The beauty of nature in bloom.Verse 3
I take a deep breath, let out a sigh,
My worries far away
In this moment I’m content
As I start a different day.Chorus
The beauty of solitude,
It’s a pleasure I embrace
It’s calming and serene
In this moment I have grace.Verse 4
The sky is turning from day to night,
A starry sky above
A peaceful calm I feel inside,
A feeling of utmost love.Verse 5
I look around and take it all in,
The beauty I can see
The peace and joy I find in solitude
Is a gift that’s meant for me.Chorus
The beauty of solitude,
It’s a pleasure I embrace
It’s calming and serene
In this moment I have grace. -
Loving my Solitude lyrics
Verse 1
I’m feeling free and content
In my own space and my own time
I’m embracing this solitude
And I’m feeling just fineChorus
I’m enjoying my own company
I’m loving my solitude
All the freedoms it brings to me
I’m loving my solitudeVerse 2
I’m letting go of all the noise
No distractions, just me and my voice
I’m finding peace in being alone
And I’m loving it more and moreChorus
I’m enjoying my own company
I’m loving my solitude
All the freedoms it brings to me
I’m loving my solitudeVerse 3
My own space is my paradise
I’m taking this time to be kind
I’m free to express who I am
Unhindered, unafraidChorus
I’m enjoying my own company
I’m loving my solitude
All the freedoms it brings to me
I’m loving my solitude -
Time Alone lyrics
Verse 1
I’m an introvert and I need some alone time
I can’t be around people all the time
I’m not trying to be rude, I just need some space
Can’t you understand, take a step back and give me a breakChorus
Give me some time, to be alone
Let me take a break, away from the phone
I need time to breathe, time to be free
Just let me be, let me just be meVerse 2
I don’t want to be rude, I just need to be alone
I need a break from the noise, from people talking on the phone
I just want to be away, no need to explain
Just let me be, don’t try to make me feel ashamedChorus
Give me some time, to be alone
Let me take a break, away from the phone
I need time to breathe, time to be free
Just let me be, let me just be meBridge
I know I’m not the only one
That needs some time away, needs some time alone
Just let me be, don’t try to make me feel ashamed
Let me find some peace, and just let me be meChorus
Give me some time, to be alone
Let me take a break, away from the phone
I need time to breathe, time to be free
Just let me be, let me just be me -
Solitude lyrics
Verse 1
When night falls and the stars align
I take a moment to step out of time
I choose to go within and explore
The beauty of intentional solitudeChorus
I find peace and stillness there
The beauty of intentional solitude
I find solace and comfort there
The beauty of intentional solitudeVerse 2
When I’m ready to open my heart
I take a moment to be still and start
My journey within, to find a new way
The beauty of intentional solitudeChorus
I find peace and stillness there
The beauty of intentional solitude
I find solace and comfort there
The beauty of intentional solitudeBridge
In this moment of stillness and peace
I find a way to reconnect with me
To find my center, to feel my own bliss
The beauty of intentional solitudeChorus
I find peace and stillness there
The beauty of intentional solitude
I find solace and comfort there
The beauty of intentional solitude -
Unspoken Love – lyrics
I didn’t mean to fall in love with you
I didn’t want all the pain it’s put me throughUnspoken love
Though I’m sure you knew
Unrequited love
All I have with youMy feelings for you are easier left unsaid
But it’s a battle between my heart and my headUnspoken love
Though I’m sure you knew
Unrequited love
All I have with youI’m sure you know how I feel in my heart
But I’m glad it stays unsaid so we’re not pushed apart
Cause your friendship is so special to me
Wouldn’t want that wrecked for something that can never beUnspoken love
Though I’m sure you knew
Unrequited love
All I have with youHow I wish it could be another way
But it can’t so it will always stayUnspoken love
Though I’m sure you knew
Unrequited love
All I have with you
Unspoken love
Unrequited love -
Fragile – lyrics
I’ve been through so much pain before
And now you come to give me even more
Oh yeah I can see it in your eyes
Don’t say a thing don’t tell me any liesPlease don’t hurt me I’m fragile
Handle me with care
Please don’t hurt me I’m fragile
Show me that you careI’d always hoped that we would never part
But now you’re here to stab me in my heart
Are you so sure that there can be no way
For us to be as one for love to always stayI’d try to smile but the pain gets in the way
I can’t help but it hurts so much todayPlease don’t hurt me I’m fragile
Handle me with care
Please don’t hurt me I’m fragile
Show me that you careI know that there will be more pain and sorrow
But for me there will be a tomorrow
I have taken oh so many knocks
Maybe you should stamp upon my boxPlease don’t hurt me I’m fragile
Handle me with care
Please don’t hurt me I’m fragile
Show me that you care
Please don’t hurt me I’m fragile
Handle me with care
Fragile -
Eternal Aching – lyrics
In the darkness of the night
I hear your voice so clear
Calling out my name
But you’re not here
Oh, how I long for you
My love, my heart is breaking
I’m lost without you
In this eternal aching
I see you in my dreams
But when I wake, you’re gone
I’m holding on to nothing
But the memory of you
Oh, how I long for you
My love, my heart is breaking
I’m lost without you
In this eternal aching
I’ll wait for you forever
In this lonely place
I’ll keep your love inside me
Until we meet again
Oh, how I long for you
My love, my heart is breaking
I’m lost without you
In this eternal aching
Oh, how I long for you
My love, my heart is breaking
I’m lost without you
In this eternal aching
In the darkness of the night
I’ll hear your voice so clear
Calling out my name
But you’re not here
You’re not here
You’re not here
You’re not here -
Found My Peace – lyrics
Sitting on my porch, watching the world go by
Feeling the sun on my skin, the wind in my eye
Peace and contentment is all that I need
No worries, no stress, just pure serenity
Cause I’ve found my peace, in the simple things
In the quiet moments, my heart sings
No need for fame or fortune or greed
Just the beauty of life, that’s all I need
The sound of the birds, the rustle of leaves
Nature’s symphony, it brings me to my knees
In this peaceful place, I’m free to be me
No mask, no pretense, just authenticity
Cause I’ve found my peace, in the simple things
In the quiet moments, my heart sings
No need for fame or fortune or greed
Just the beauty of life, that’s all I need
I’m just letting go of what I can’t control
Just seeking peace and healing my soul
Cause I’ve found my peace, in the simple things
In the quiet moments, my heart sings
No need for fame or fortune or greed
Just the beauty of life, that’s all I need
Sitting on my porch, watching the world go by
Feeling the sun on my skin, the wind in my eye
Peace and contentment is all that I need
No worries, no stress, just pure serenity. -
Mirror Mirror – lyrics
In the mirror’s gentle gaze I stand,
Reflecting thoughts, a shifting land.
Eyes that hold both joy and pain,
A canvas where emotions reign.Oh, mirror, mirror, on the wall,
You hold my truth, you see it all.
With flaws and strengths still standing tall
mirror mirror don’t let me fallEach line etched by fleeting years,
Stories told, whispers of tears.
Smiles that dance like morning light,
And furrowed brows in silent night.Oh, mirror, mirror, on the wall,
You hold my truth, you see it all.
With flaws and strengths still standing tall
mirror mirror don’t let me fallOh, mirror, show me who I’ve been,
The battles fought, the growth within.
Every scar every rise and fall
reflect my spirit standing tallOh, mirror, mirror, on the wall,
You hold my truth, you see it all.
With flaws and strengths still standing tall
mirror mirror don’t let me fallIn the morning’s gentle light
in the shadows of the night
reflect the beauty the pain I bear
in your glass it’s all laid bareOh, mirror, mirror, on the wall,
You hold my truth, you see it all.
With flaws and strengths still standing tall
mirror mirror don’t let me fall -
On the Drive Home – lyrics
I’m leaving work, the sun is setting low
Traffic’s heavy, but my mind is free to roam
I turn the music up, and let my thoughts take flight
On the drive home, everything feels just right
I’m leaving the city, leaving the stress behind
On the drive home, I finally feel alive
On the drive home, everything feels right
All my worries, they fade into the night
On the drive home, I finally feel free
To be myself, to just be me
I’m driving past the fields and the old farm land
The sky is orange and the clouds are shifting sand
I take a deep breath, and let my senses take in
On the drive home, it’s like a new beginning
I’m leaving the city, leaving the stress behind
On the drive home, I finally feel alive
On the drive home, everything feels right
All my worries, they fade into the night
On the drive home, I finally feel free
To be myself, to just be me
I’m heading home, to where my heart belongs
I’m leaving behind the chaos and the throngs
On the drive home, I’m at peace
With the world, with myself, I am released
I’m almost home, I can see the lights
I’m almost home, I can feel the love inside
I pull in the driveway, and turn off the car
On the drive home, I’ve traveled so far
I’m leaving the city, leaving the stress behind
On the drive home, I finally feel alive
On the drive home, everything feels right
All my worries, they fade into the night
On the drive home, I finally feel free
To be myself, to just be me
On the drive home, everything feels right
All my worries, they fade into the night
On the drive home, I finally feel free
To be myself, to just be me
On the drive home, I’ve come to know
All that I’ve been, and all that I’ll grow
On the drive home, I finally see
All that I am, and all that I’ll be.
On the drive home -
With Arms Wide Open – lyrics
In the dark and lonely night
I find myself searching for a light
And though my heart is heavy with regret
I know that I’ll rise above it yet
I will run to you
With arms wide open
And I will chase the blues
Until my heart is broken
I’ve been wandering through the storm
With nothing but a broken heart
But I’ll keep on moving forward
Till I find a brand new start
I will run to you
With arms wide open
And I will chase the blues
Until my heart is broken
And I’ll keep on climbing
Higher and higher
Till I reach the top
And see my heart’s desire
I will run to you
With arms wide open
And I will chase the blues
Until my heart is broken
I will run to you
With arms wide open
And I will chase the blues
Until my heart is broken
And when the night is over
And the storm has passed
I’ll look up to the heavens
And know that I’ve found my way at last. -
The Candle – lyrics
The Candle is the poem Waxen Form set to music.
the wick runs short the
candle fades
then flickers
and goes outhow many people
has she warmed
how many
shared her lightthough with the wind
and with the rain
her flame
nearly diedshe overcame
everything
until finally
there is no morenow she has
no use no
beauty she
lies still colddarkness surrounds her
is this the
end or the
beginning
of something new -
Love and Loss – lyrics
I search for your face
memories of you time cannot erase
your laughter, touch, smile
gone but with me all the whilelove and loss
such a cost
hearts torn apart
never fully lostwhispers call out your name
never the same
the fire that burned
now ashes, lesson learnedlove and loss
such a cost
hearts torn apart
never fully losttears falling like rain
drowning in pain
the love we once knew
gone but forever truelove and loss
such a cost
hearts torn apart
never fully lost -
Dead End Street – lyrics
I’m walking down this empty road
A faded line, where dreams corrode
All the street lights have burned out
In this town where hope’s in doubt
It feels like I’ve been here for so long
Stuck in a place where I don’t belong
But I’ll keep pushing through the night
I’ll find a way to make it right
I’m on a dead-end street, a dead-end street
Get me off this dead-end street
I’m on a dead-end street, a dead-end street
Get me off this dead-end street
The shadows whisper tales of despair
Broken dreams and hearts laid bare
But I won’t let this street define
The path I walk, the things I’ll find
Feels like I’ve hit a dead-end sign,
But I won’t let my spirit decline,
Through the echoes of the city’s beat,
I’ll rise again, won’t face defeat.
I’m on a dead-end street, a dead-end street
Get me off this dead-end street
I’m on a dead-end street, a dead-end street
Get me off this dead-end street
In the whispers of the midnight air,
I’ll face my fears, I won’t despair,
On this road where hopes retreat,
I’ll carve a path, won’t face defeat.
I’m on a dead-end street, a dead-end street
Get me off this dead-end street
I’m on a dead-end street, a dead-end street
Get me off this dead-end street
I’m on a dead-end street, a dead-end street
Get me off this dead-end street
I’m on a dead-end street, a dead-end street
Get me off this dead-end street -
Shades of Grey – lyrics
In a world of black and white,
Everything, from dark to light,
Every shade and every hue,
In your love, I found what’s true.
Shades of grey, in love we sway,
Lost in your eyes, come what may,
In this world of ours please stay
Shades of grey, never fade away.
Through the storms and sunny days,
In your arms, I’ll always stay,
Life’s a canvas, we’ll paint it bright,
Our love’s colours will ignite.
Shades of grey, in love we sway,
Lost in your eyes, come what may,
In this world of ours please stay
Shades of grey, never fade away.
Reds and blues, in love’s embrace,
With every shade, our hearts keep pace,
Through the darkness, into the day,
In your love, all fear will fade away.
In this world of black and white,
You and I, we’ll shine so bright,
Hand in hand, we’ll find our way,
In the shades of grey, we’ll always stay.
Shades of grey, in love we sway,
Lost in your eyes, come what may,
In this world of ours please stay
Shades of grey, never fade away.
Shades of grey, in love we sway,
Lost in your eyes, come what may,
In this world of ours please stay
Shades of grey, never fade away. -
I am who I am – lyrics
I like what I like
I want what I want
I want what I want
I like what I likeI need what I need
I have what I have
I have what I have
I need what I needI was who I was
I am who I am
I am who I am
I was who I wasI am who I am
I was who I was
I was who I was
I am who I am -
Music
A selection of songs and instrumentals by Andrew Charman-Williams or as Spiral Net. Spiral Net produces mainly electronic music either instrumental or with virtual or computer generated vocals while songs and instrumentals using my voice and/or real instruments are normally under my name..
As well as many of them (except for cover songs) being available here, music videos of Andrew Charman-Williams are available at https://www.youtube.com/@andrewcharman-williams and https://www.youtube.com/@spiralnet for Spiral Net or a selection including Andrew Charman-Williams and Spiral Net on Facebook.
Audio is available at https://andrewcharman-williams.bandcamp.com and https://spiral-net.bandcamp.com/ for Spiral Net. A smaller range is available on SoundCloud under each artist’s name.
The full selection will appear below but to narrow the selection down the following categories can be used though at the moment there is a lot of doubling up so the same content may show in multiple places..
Songs either by Andrew Charman-Williams or Spiral Net
Instrumentals either by Andrew Charman-Williams or Spiral Net
Spiral Net music
Lyrics which includes most of the songs from above as well as lyrics where no recordings have been provided or that are unused -
I am who I am
I am who I am is an electronic rock song featuring Natalie and Hayden from Synthesizer V on vocals. It was written by Andrew Charman-Williams and produced by Spiral Net.
Lyrics
I like what I like
I want what I want
I want what I want
I like what I likeI need what I need
I have what I have
I have what I have
I need what I needI was who I was
I am who I am
I am who I am
I was who I wasI am who I am
I was who I was
I was who I was
I am who I am -
Shades of Grey
Shades of Grey by Andrew Charman-Williams is a ballad with acoustic guitar and a string arrangement.
Lyrics
In a world of black and white,
Everything, from dark to light,
Every shade and every hue,
In your love, I found what’s true.
Shades of grey, in love we sway,
Lost in your eyes, come what may,
In this world of ours please stay
Shades of grey, never fade away.
Through the storms and sunny days,
In your arms, I’ll always stay,
Life’s a canvas, we’ll paint it bright,
Our love’s colours will ignite.
Shades of grey, in love we sway,
Lost in your eyes, come what may,
In this world of ours please stay
Shades of grey, never fade away.
Reds and blues, in love’s embrace,
With every shade, our hearts keep pace,
Through the darkness, into the day,
In your love, all fear will fade away.
In this world of black and white,
You and I, we’ll shine so bright,
Hand in hand, we’ll find our way,
In the shades of grey, we’ll always stay.
Shades of grey, in love we sway,
Lost in your eyes, come what may,
In this world of ours please stay
Shades of grey, never fade away.
Shades of grey, in love we sway,
Lost in your eyes, come what may,
In this world of ours please stay
Shades of grey, never fade away. -
Dead End Street
Dead End Street is a reasonably uptempo soft rock song by Andrew Charman-Williams.
Lyrics
I’m walking down this empty road
A faded line, where dreams corrode
All the street lights have burned out
In this town where hope’s in doubt
It feels like I’ve been here for so long
Stuck in a place where I don’t belong
But I’ll keep pushing through the night
I’ll find a way to make it right
I’m on a dead-end street, a dead-end street
Get me off this dead-end street
I’m on a dead-end street, a dead-end street
Get me off this dead-end street
The shadows whisper tales of despair
Broken dreams and hearts laid bare
But I won’t let this street define
The path I walk, the things I’ll find
Feels like I’ve hit a dead-end sign,
But I won’t let my spirit decline,
Through the echoes of the city’s beat,
I’ll rise again, won’t face defeat.
I’m on a dead-end street, a dead-end street
Get me off this dead-end street
I’m on a dead-end street, a dead-end street
Get me off this dead-end street
In the whispers of the midnight air,
I’ll face my fears, I won’t despair,
On this road where hopes retreat,
I’ll carve a path, won’t face defeat.
I’m on a dead-end street, a dead-end street
Get me off this dead-end street
I’m on a dead-end street, a dead-end street
Get me off this dead-end street
I’m on a dead-end street, a dead-end street
Get me off this dead-end street
I’m on a dead-end street, a dead-end street
Get me off this dead-end street -
Love and Loss
Love and Loss is a song written by Andrew Charman-Williams and produced by Spiral Net and features Hayden & Natalie from Synthesizer V on vocals.
Unlike most of my songs Love and Loss has two different versions with one as Spiral Net and the other as Andrew Charman-Williams. Here is the Andrew Charman-Williams version which predominantly uses real instruments and vocals rather than virtual or electronic.
Lyrics
I search for your face
memories of you time cannot erase
your laughter, touch, smile
gone but with me all the whilelove and loss
such a cost
hearts torn apart
never fully lostwhispers call out your name
never the same
the fire that burned
now ashes, lesson learnedlove and loss
such a cost
hearts torn apart
never fully losttears falling like rain
drowning in pain
the love we once knew
gone but forever truelove and loss
such a cost
hearts torn apart
never fully lost -
The Candle
The Candle by Spiral Net (written by Andrew Charman-Williams) and featuring vocals by Hayden & Solaria of Synthesizer V. This is an older poem (Waxen Form) that was set to music and was used to introduce myself to the use of Synthesizer V vocals.
Lyrics
the wick runs short the
candle fades
then flickers
and goes outhow many people
has she warmed
how many
shared her lightthough with the wind
and with the rain
her flame
nearly diedshe overcame
everything
until finally
there is no morenow she has
no use no
beauty she
lies still colddarkness surrounds her
is this the
end or the
beginning
of something new -
Flow My Tears
by John Dowland
A modern interpretation of Flow My Tears by John Dowland from “The Second Booke of Songs or Ayres” from 1600. Arranged by Andrew Charman-Williams and produced by Spiral Net featuring vocals from Hayden & Natalie of Synthesizer V.
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The Merry Conclusion | Camberwell
This instrumental by Spiral Net is based on a couple of 3/2 tunes from Dancing Master volume 2 from around 1710-1718 called The Merry Conclusion (or The Assembly) and Camberwell. These are not treated in a traditional manner but as melodies for electronic music.
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Almost Spring
Almost Spring is an acoustic instrumental for mandolin and Irish bouzouki by Andrew Charman-Williams.
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Floating Downstream
Floating Downstream is a partly acoustic, laid back instrumental by Andrew Charman-Williams.
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With Arms Wide Open
With Arms Wide Open by Andrew Charman-Williams is a fairly laid back soft rock/pop song.
Lyrics
In the dark and lonely night
I find myself searching for a light
And though my heart is heavy with regret
I know that I’ll rise above it yet
I will run to you
With arms wide open
And I will chase the blues
Until my heart is broken
I’ve been wandering through the storm
With nothing but a broken heart
But I’ll keep on moving forward
Till I find a brand new start
I will run to you
With arms wide open
And I will chase the blues
Until my heart is broken
And I’ll keep on climbing
Higher and higher
Till I reach the top
And see my heart’s desire
I will run to you
With arms wide open
And I will chase the blues
Until my heart is broken
I will run to you
With arms wide open
And I will chase the blues
Until my heart is broken
And when the night is over
And the storm has passed
I’ll look up to the heavens
And know that I’ve found my way at last. -
On the Drive Home
On the Drive Home is a song by Andrew Charman-Williams. It is a reasonably uptempo rock/pop song with a slight country rock feel.
Lyrics
I’m leaving work, the sun is setting low
Traffic’s heavy, but my mind is free to roam
I turn the music up, and let my thoughts take flight
On the drive home, everything feels just right
I’m leaving the city, leaving the stress behind
On the drive home, I finally feel alive
On the drive home, everything feels right
All my worries, they fade into the night
On the drive home, I finally feel free
To be myself, to just be me
I’m driving past the fields and the old farm land
The sky is orange and the clouds are shifting sand
I take a deep breath, and let my senses take in
On the drive home, it’s like a new beginning
I’m leaving the city, leaving the stress behind
On the drive home, I finally feel alive
On the drive home, everything feels right
All my worries, they fade into the night
On the drive home, I finally feel free
To be myself, to just be me
I’m heading home, to where my heart belongs
I’m leaving behind the chaos and the throngs
On the drive home, I’m at peace
With the world, with myself, I am released
I’m almost home, I can see the lights
I’m almost home, I can feel the love inside
I pull in the driveway, and turn off the car
On the drive home, I’ve traveled so far
I’m leaving the city, leaving the stress behind
On the drive home, I finally feel alive
On the drive home, everything feels right
All my worries, they fade into the night
On the drive home, I finally feel free
To be myself, to just be me
On the drive home, everything feels right
All my worries, they fade into the night
On the drive home, I finally feel free
To be myself, to just be me
On the drive home, I’ve come to know
All that I’ve been, and all that I’ll grow
On the drive home, I finally see
All that I am, and all that I’ll be.
On the drive home -
Mirror Mirror
Mirror Mirror is a laid back, predominantly acoustic song with folk, rock and pop influences by Andrew Charman-Williams.
Lyrics
In the mirror’s gentle gaze I stand,
Reflecting thoughts, a shifting land.
Eyes that hold both joy and pain,
A canvas where emotions reign.Oh, mirror, mirror, on the wall,
You hold my truth, you see it all.
With flaws and strengths still standing tall
mirror mirror don’t let me fallEach line etched by fleeting years,
Stories told, whispers of tears.
Smiles that dance like morning light,
And furrowed brows in silent night.Oh, mirror, mirror, on the wall,
You hold my truth, you see it all.
With flaws and strengths still standing tall
mirror mirror don’t let me fallOh, mirror, show me who I’ve been,
The battles fought, the growth within.
Every scar every rise and fall
reflect my spirit standing tallOh, mirror, mirror, on the wall,
You hold my truth, you see it all.
With flaws and strengths still standing tall
mirror mirror don’t let me fallIn the morning’s gentle light
in the shadows of the night
reflect the beauty the pain I bear
in your glass it’s all laid bareOh, mirror, mirror, on the wall,
You hold my truth, you see it all.
With flaws and strengths still standing tall
mirror mirror don’t let me fall -
Found My Peace
Found my Peace is a laid-back song by Andrew Charman-Williams
Lyrics
Sitting on my porch, watching the world go by
Feeling the sun on my skin, the wind in my eye
Peace and contentment is all that I need
No worries, no stress, just pure serenity
Cause I’ve found my peace, in the simple things
In the quiet moments, my heart sings
No need for fame or fortune or greed
Just the beauty of life, that’s all I need
The sound of the birds, the rustle of leaves
Nature’s symphony, it brings me to my knees
In this peaceful place, I’m free to be me
No mask, no pretense, just authenticity
Cause I’ve found my peace, in the simple things
In the quiet moments, my heart sings
No need for fame or fortune or greed
Just the beauty of life, that’s all I need
I’m just letting go of what I can’t control
Just seeking peace and healing my soul
Cause I’ve found my peace, in the simple things
In the quiet moments, my heart sings
No need for fame or fortune or greed
Just the beauty of life, that’s all I need
Sitting on my porch, watching the world go by
Feeling the sun on my skin, the wind in my eye
Peace and contentment is all that I need
No worries, no stress, just pure serenity. -
Eternal Aching
Eternal Aching is a slow to medium tempo rock song by Andrew Charman-Williams
Lyrics
In the darkness of the night
I hear your voice so clear
Calling out my name
But you’re not here
Oh, how I long for you
My love, my heart is breaking
I’m lost without you
In this eternal aching
I see you in my dreams
But when I wake, you’re gone
I’m holding on to nothing
But the memory of you
Oh, how I long for you
My love, my heart is breaking
I’m lost without you
In this eternal aching
I’ll wait for you forever
In this lonely place
I’ll keep your love inside me
Until we meet again
Oh, how I long for you
My love, my heart is breaking
I’m lost without you
In this eternal aching
Oh, how I long for you
My love, my heart is breaking
I’m lost without you
In this eternal aching
In the darkness of the night
I’ll hear your voice so clear
Calling out my name
But you’re not here
You’re not here
You’re not here
You’re not here -
Hamlel
Hamlel is a partly acoustic instrumental for Irish bouzouki and accordion by Andrew Charman-Williams.
Even though this is the version with revised audio there are still some audio issues so I will think about re-recording it at some point.
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Sadness – lyrics
Lyrics for Sadness by Andrew Charman-Williams that are currently unused. They may or may not form the basis to a song at some point.
Lyrics
(Verse 1)
In shadows cast by tear-stained skies,
A tender soul in sorrow lies.
Where heavy hearts bear silent pain,
And whispered woes like falling rain.(Pre-Chorus)
Yet in this somber, muted hue,
A glimmer lingers, faint but true.
For tears, a cleansing, healing stream,
To wash away the pain, it seems.(Chorus)
Oh, in sadness, we find strength,
Through every trial’s breadth and length.
With every tear, a chance to grow,
To rise above the darkest woe.(Verse 2)
In depths of darkness, sadness weaves,
A web of sorrow that never leaves.
Through valleys low, it gently creeps,
And in our hearts, its presence seeps.(Pre-Chorus)
Yet in this somber, muted hue,
A glimmer lingers, faint but true.
For tears, a cleansing, healing stream,
To wash away the pain, it seems.(Chorus)
Oh, in sadness, we find strength,
Through every trial’s breadth and length.
With every tear, a chance to grow,
To rise above the darkest woe.(Bridge)
And when the night seems long and cold,
And happiness feels far too old,
Remember, dear, through joy and strife,
In every tear, there’s hope and life.(Chorus)
Oh, in sadness, we find strength,
Through every trial’s breadth and length.
With every tear, a chance to grow,
To rise above the darkest woe.(Outro)
So let the tears fall gently now,
For they’ll not drown us anyhow.
For through this pain, we’ll find our way,
To brighter skies, a brand new day. -
What if You’re Wrong – lyrics
Lyrics for What if you’re wrong by Andrew Charman-Williams that are currently unused. They may or may not form the basis of a song at some point.
Lyrics
(Verse 1)
In the quiet of the night, with stars up in the sky,
I’m pondering the mysteries, the questions in my mind,
What if the path I’ve taken, isn’t leading me back home?
What if the truth I’ve known is just a tale I’ve always known?(Chorus)
Oh, what if you’re wrong and I am right?
What if we’re both lost in this moonlit light?
We chase our dreams, like birds in flight,
But what if you’re wrong, and I am right?(Verse 2)
Through fields of wildflowers, we danced without a care,
Your laughter was a melody that hung upon the air,
But the shadows of uncertainty now cloud my restless heart,
What if the love we built on dreams is bound to fall apart?(Chorus)
Oh, what if you’re wrong and I am right?
What if we’re both lost in this moonlit light?
We chase our dreams, like birds in flight,
But what if you’re wrong, and I am right?(Bridge)
Can we find common ground, where our souls align?
Or are we destined to forever question, to forever wonder why?(Verse 3)
The wind carries our whispers as we speak of what’s to come,
We’re drifting on the ocean, unsure of what we’ve become,
But in this tangled mess of doubts, we find our hearts entwined,
A glimmer of hope amidst the fear, a chance to heal, to realign.(Chorus)
Oh, what if you’re wrong and I am right?
What if we’re both lost in this moonlit light?
We chase our dreams, like birds in flight,
But what if you’re wrong, and I am right?(Outro)
In the embrace of the night, we’ll find our way,
Hand in hand, we’ll face the dawn of a brand new day,
For in the end, it’s not about who’s right or who’s wrong,
But the love we share that keeps us strong. -
Lazy Sunday Arvo
Lazy Sunday Arvo is a mainly acoustic instrumental by Andrew Charman-Williams.
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Limits in the Key of 50Hz
(Industrial Decay)
Limits in the Key of 50 Hz (Industrial Decay) by Spiral Net (written by Andrew Charman-Williams) is a piece composed with certain guidelines in place. It takes influences from ambient, downtempo, minimalism and other styles and has elements of an industrial feel to it. It is not in standard western equal temperament tuning but in a scale based on 50 Hz which is between G and Ab and is the frequency of electricity in Australia.
It was created from one single, fairly short sound sample with the additional limitations of the sample only being able to be modified by stretching, shrinking, reversing or trimming the sample and by the use of EQ. The sounds are tuned to a harmonic series based on a 50Hz fundamental with all harmonic series notes up to 1600 Hz. Following on from those limits means no synthesizer or other sound source was used with it just being direct manipulation of the sound sample.
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Locria and Beyond
Locria and Beyond by Spiral Net (written by Andrew Charman-Williams) explores the locrian mode before moving to the super locrian and then ultra locrian before settling again in locrian. Partly minimalist in nature this instrumental piece attempts to explore the unsettled and unsettling nature of locrian.
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Lament III
Lament III by Spiral Net (written by Andrew Charman-Williams) is the third in a series based on the lament bass. It is somewhere between ambient and downtempo with a slightly disturbing undertone.
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Waves Upon Waves
Waves Upon Waves by Spiral Net (written by Andrew Charman-Williams) is a downtempo/ambient electronic instrumental.
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Lament I
Lament I by Spiral Net (written by Andrew Charman-Williams) is the first in a series inspired by but not restricted to the lament bass. It is an electronic ambient instrumental.
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Lament II
Lament II by Spiral Net (written by Andrew Charman-Williams) is the second in a series of pieces inspired by but not limited to the lament bass. Lament II is an ambient/downtempo electronic instrumental piece.