Hug Song Help Needed!

[Capt. Snuggle Gruff 101]

So recently I was taking to another brony about hugs.  Mainly about how much they have been dumbed down recently.  In my life I have almost never gotten a hug from anyone.  I was talking to this guy about how I love the fact that the Brony community is alright with hugs.  Every Brony can hug another Brony with no problem (Most of the time).

 

Well, I have been struggling recently on figuring out how to add to the media side of the Brony community.  I had this bright to create a SONG ABOUT HUGS!  But one problem, I can't make music.  I can't read it, and I can't make it.  But of course thats why I came here.  I have no idea what the lyrics will be or how the music will go.  I was thinking that after the music track was made the lyrics would be made.  So here is what I'm asking for:

 

Someone to produce music for this song.  I wanted the music to sound happy nonstop.  Something along the lines of "One plus 1" by Sim Gretina (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzB_Oph3nPE).  The music from that song just makes me smile FOREVER!  Again I know this is a big request and there is no specific goal other than make music.  I'm not the greatest singer, so there may be a spot later on for the singer.  Also again no lyrics but it's gotta be something about hugs.

 

This idea is really small right now, but I'm sure if people want to help make this than they will.  The whole point is to make a song that will just make people extremely happy when they hear it, and want to give hugs to everyone!

Edited January 27, 2014 by Capt. Snuggle Gruff

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,826]

@@Capt. Snuggle Gruff,

 

I can help. I've been a musican for 15 years now and composer for 4 years. I've got a pretty good idea about your song idea. It would be a nice slow song, in 3/4 time. So, what's your idea. Let's brainstorm a little.  

[Capt. Snuggle Gruff 101]

@Thunder-Dash

 

Well, as I was saying I really like a lot Sim Gretina's music.  However I didn't really think that that specific electronic feel would fit with the song.  Looking at "Let Her Go" by Passenger is a good example.  Not the lyrics but just the music near the beginning is really happy and light hearted, and just makes me smile.  So probably something with a guitar and maybe a few bells in the background.  Again sorry for not being extremely specific, but I never really could understand music.  I just like listening to it mostly.

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Acy9Eq_imTM

Near the beginning it's really happy sounding.  Later on its kinda sad but besides that something along the lines of the start.

Edited January 27, 2014 by Capt. Snuggle Gruff

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,826]

@@Capt. Snuggle Gruff,

 

I was thinking more on the lines of "Open Arms" by Journey, which has a really nice light rock waltz feel, and typically, songs that deal with love, hugs and all of that, are slow and not energetic. Here, want me to make a sample of what I was thinking?  

[Capt. Snuggle Gruff 101]

@Thunder-Dash

 

Sure, I don't think i've ever heard Open Arms, so I'll go check that out as well.

 

Update:  Dang thats a good song.  Not a huge fan of the electric guitar (if it's called something sorry again).

Edited January 27, 2014 by Capt. Snuggle Gruff

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,826]

@@Capt. Snuggle Gruff,

 

You mean distortion. I like distortion, but what we're gonna do here, calls for just a nice clean guitar.  

[Capt. Snuggle Gruff 101]

@Thunder-Dash

 

Any piano or bells perhaps in the background?  Probably no drums since they are more heavy sounding.  Tell me If i'm thinking incorrectly about how to get the music idea done.

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,826]

@Thunder-Dash

 

Any piano or bells perhaps in the background?  Probably no drums since they are more heavy sounding.  Tell me If i'm thinking incorrectly about how to get the music idea done.

The drums on my software range from soft to hard. I can change the dynamics in them, so they can be very light. 

 

Drums don't always have to be hard. They can very soft and light, and just act as a backup driver for the rhythm. 

Edited January 27, 2014 by Thunder-Dash

[Capt. Snuggle Gruff 101]

The drums on my software range from soft to hard. I can change the dynamics in them, so they can be very light. 

That sounds nice, that may work.  It's mostly up to you at the moment.

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,826]

@@Capt. Snuggle Gruff,

 

Okay, I'll try to have the sample done by later today.  

[Capt. Snuggle Gruff 101]

@@Capt. Snuggle Gruff,

 

Okay, I'll try to have the sample done by later today.  

Thanks for your help man!

[Bucky McGillyCuddy 956]

My name is Pinkie Pie, (hello)

and I am here to say, (how ya doin')

I'm gonna hug you really tight, it'll brighten up your day-a-a-ay

 

Doesn't doesn't matter now, (what's up)

If you don't know what to do, (howdy)

Just throw your hoofs around me now, I'll throw mine 'round you too-oo-OO-oo

 

'Cause I'd love to warm you're heart HEART heat, (yes I would)

It'll fill your day with sunshine all the while, (I promise)

Yes all you really need's a hug HUG hug from those happy friends of yours,

 

There, you're pretty much half done   Why not do a parody of Smile Smile Smile though? You've already got a really cheerful piece of music to sing too all you have to do is re-write the lyrics a little. I'd listen too it haha.

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,826]

My name is Pinkie Pie, (hello)

and I am here to say, (how ya doin')

I'm gonna hug you really tight, it'll brighten up your day-a-a-ay

 

Doesn't doesn't matter now, (what's up)

If you don't know what to do, (howdy)

Just throw your hoofs around me now, I'll throw mine 'round you too-oo-OO-oo

 

'Cause I'd love to warm you're heart HEART heat, (yes I would)

It'll fill your day with sunshine all the while, (I promise)

Yes all you really need's a hug HUG hug from those happy friends of yours,

 

There, you're pretty much half done   Why not do a parody of Smile Smile Smile though? You've already got a really cheerful piece of music to sing too all you have to do is re-write the lyrics a little. I'd listen too it haha.

Sorry to butt in but, he wanted something slow and something original. That is a great idea though.

Your sample's ready! Hope you like it!

 

The Hug Song(WIP).aiff

 

 

[Capt. Snuggle Gruff 101]

 

 

Your sample's ready! Hope you like it!    The Hug Song(WIP).aiff   5.4MB   0 downloads  

 

There seems to be a problem.  The forums won't let me download it, it says the file doesn't exist. 

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,826]

There seems to be a problem.  The forums won't let me download it, it says the file doesn't exist. 

Hmm, here, try an mp3 format and see what happens. 

 

The Hug Song(WIP).mp3

 

It might work. 

[Deesinn 393]

Geez, I wish that link worked.  There needs to be more actual collaborations with people playing instruments.   

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,826]

Geez, I wish that link worked.  There needs to be more actual collaborations with people playing instruments.   

Does that .mp3 file work for you?

[Deesinn 393]

Does that .mp3 file work for you?

 

It takes you to an error page.  Upload it on another site and paste the link.

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,826]

Okay, I guess I'm gonna have to put it up on soundcloud. @@Deesinn,

 

Edited January 28, 2014 by Thunder-Dash

[Guest90210 3,569]

Okay, I guess I'm gonna have to put it up on soundcloud. @@Deesinn,

 

 

Nice work, what software do you use?

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,826]

@,

 

I use Finale 2012 with a built-in plugin called "Garritan Instruments for Finale", which simulates high quality real instruments.  

[Deesinn 393]

Okay, I guess I'm gonna have to put it up on soundcloud. @@Deesinn,

 

Haha! I can hear the brushes in my head, nice job.

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,826]

@@Deesinn,

 

Hey thanks! Didn't take me that long to make.  

[Capt. Snuggle Gruff 101]

Okay, I guess I'm gonna have to put it up on soundcloud. @@Deesinn,

 

https://soundcloud.com/thunder-dash-alternative/the-hug-song-wip

OMG. This is perfect! It sounds so amazing!!!! How long do you think the final song should be? 2 minutes at the max?

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,826]

 

 

OMG. This is perfect! It sounds so amazing!!!! How long do you think the final song should be? 2 minutes at the max?

 

A little longer than that. It's gonna be a full song in stardard form

 

Intro

Verse 1

Verse 2

Prelude to Chorus

Chorus

Interlude 1

Verse 3

Verse 4

2nd Prelude to Chorus

Chorus

Interlude 2 (Violin and Piano Solo)

Bridge (Includes a key change)

Chorus x2

Outro