The plant responsible for this flat, centered, flawless disc is nowhere stated, though I’ll bet my money we can thank our friends at Optimal Media in Germany. The only aspect that disappoints is the ever so slightly “soft” sound to the instruments, though let me remind you that I’m picky.ĭespite my high standards, the pressing quality satisfies. Consequently, the reproduction of said recording is both immersive and realistic. Each element of this recording has a wonderful sense of “weight” to it. Together, these two songs dilute the EP, making it only a tad above so-so.įor songs of greater appeal, we’re fortunate to have them sound superb. I’ve nothing against the style, however this crack at it doesn’t do it for me. It’s more groove than substance, as is “Waiting For The Tide To Turn.” This song finds the artist restless, which is something I can take seriously, except the entire song obsesses over reggae music, both lyrically and musically. “You and I can send postcards from a cabana,” says Ringo, but as a listener, why should I care? That’s a question the song fails to answer. “Teach Me To Tango” engages with its lively percussive elements… and that’s as far as it goes. These songs aside, there really isn’t much other wisdom to gain. This is Ringo saying “it’s high time we came together!” The tragedy in this song is the truth in that final lyric becoming forgotten, hence the inclusion of “Not Enough Love In The World.” Up-beat as the tune is, the message is all but celebratory. The track also features seriously thoughtful lyrics that I suggest you don’t let pass by! Take a portion of the chorus, “the distant star is reachable/every moment is teachable/love is what it’s all about.” There’s a lot of truth in these lyrics you can reach your goals with effort, you will constantly learn from mistakes, and affection is the best remedy to the human condition. Call me crazy, but I see nothing wrong with that, nor do I see problems with “Zoom In Zoom Out”: a track spotlighting the importance of social connection, just the same. Part of this dominant grouping is first “Here’s To The Nights.” Simple as it is, this tribute to “the nights we won’t remember” returns you to joyous pre-pandemic memories. Music is to be felt, not heard, remember? In fact, with the majority of the songs concentrating on relationships, romantic or not, feeling is exactly what Ringo aims for. That’s sure to anger some of the more analytical listeners, but that’s okay. Longtime fans of the artist can guess this release to be another done in “Ringo fashion.” Come for the feel-good anthems, and stay for some more, because there aren’t any deep cuts in sight. It’s here, on this EP, where the superstar shares his wisdom. Ringo, now 80 years old (he really doesn’t look it), is one of many who gather conclusions from a long, rich life. Keep in mind, I say this having learned it from others, namely the musicians I admire. Though there’s a lot to hate, love is, in my mind, the true meaning of life. It’s sappy, cheesy, and agonizingly overused, but in all seriousness, it’s a message the world desperately needs. No, thank you, please, it only makes me sneeze, And then it makes it hard to find the door.“Peace and love” is the defining mantra of Ringo Starr, one of two surviving Beatles. Well, i said, "no, no, no, no, i can't take it no more, I'm tired of waking up on the floor. No, thank you, please, it only makes me sneeze, And then it makes it hard to find the door." (and he wasn't joking!!!)Īnd i said, "no, no, no, no, i don't drink it no more, I'm tired of waking up on the floor. Then he held out some moonshine whiskey, oh ho, He said it was the best in all the land. (aye-aye-aye-aye) (aye-aye-aye-aye) (aye-aye-aye-aye) (aye-aye-aye)Ī man that i know just came from nashville, tennessee, oo, (oh no!) He smiled because i did not understand. (parazzi! Parazzi!) (ole!) Then she held out a ten pound bag of cocaine, She said it was the finest in the land.Īnd i said, "no, no, no, no, i don't sniff it no more, I'm tired of waking up on the floor. No, thank you, please, it only makes me sneeze, And then it makes it hard to find the door."Ī woman that i know just came from majorca, spain, She smiled because i did not understand. Then she held out some marijuana, ha ha! She said it was the best in all the land.Īnd i said, "no, no, no, no, i don't smoke it no more, I'm tired of waking up on the floor. Huh-huh! Huh-huh (Ah-ah-ah-ah-ah) (Aye-aye-aye-aye)Ī lady that i know just came from columbia, She smiled because i did not understand.
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