year one - zeek power (original)

Recorded live at home
Written by Ezekiel Power

It's not the typical song that I planned to write when I became a father, but it's something of an honest look into the thoughts and emotions I've had this past year since having a son. The profoundness of understanding love a little clearer coupled with the doubt and worry of whether or not I'll live up to the responsibility. This is my love letter to Cloud. This was year one.

Lyrics:
I wish I could find words to say just how I feel right now
But every time I’ve tried my mind backs out
I wish I knew just how to be the one to light the way
But all I’ve got are breadcrumbs to my name

Oooh
I don’t wanna let you down
Oooh
I just wanna make you proud

Make it last and build it strong six words I tell myself
But follow through seems harder than before
Mothers laugh and cry the same when life begins anew
One year old I’ve loved you many more

Oooh
I don’t wanna let you down
Oooh
I just wanna make you proud

Peace will light up the night
Grace will cover the day
Spirit bring forth the light
The meaning of your name

Oooh
I don’t wanna let you down
Oooh
I just wanna make you proud

Oooh
I don’t wanna let you down
Oooh
I guess we're gonna both find out

My gear:
Interface: Scarlett 2i2
Guitar/bass Pedal: HX Stomp
Acoustic guitar: Martin & Co. 000-1 acoustic
Guitar: PRS Silver Sky SE
Bass guitar: Greg Bennett Corsair 4 string
Microphone: Shure SM7B
Percussion: Cloud's toy tambourine & shakers