White Sands

by @jerrypettit

Liner Notes

Ever since The Beatles rejected me, telling me, "We'd rather break up the band instead!", I have wanted to be a Beach Boy. (Brian Wilson: "Good luck with that, Jerry...")

So every 50/90 I try, try, try a few times. This is my first attempt for 2024. Be kind... [Sob!]

Lyrics

WHITE SANDS

Words & Music
By
Jerry Pettit
Facebook.com/JerryPettitMusic

Barefoot on the WHITE SANDS,
with you,
The sun dipping low,
in a sky so blue.
Waves whisper secrets
as they kiss the shore,
While every step with you,
leaves me wanting more.

CHORUS:
Oh, WHITE SANDS,
under a golden sky,
There are you and I,
where the seagulls fly.
Our love is a melody,
played by the sea,
Here in this paradise,
where we're meant to be.

The ocean's calming hum,
a gentle serenade,
In this secluded cove,
where our worries fade.
Hand in hand,
we find our sweet retreat,
In every heartbeat,
our love's complete.

CHORUS:
Oh, WHITE SANDS,
under a golden sky,
There are you and I,
where the seagulls fly.
Our love is a melody,
played by the sea,
Here in this paradise,
where we're meant to be..

At night the moonlight dances
on the waves,
In your eyes,
I see the love I crave.
The world beyond this sand,
it disappears,
In your arms,
I have no fears.

SAXOPHONE SOLO

Sunrise paints new colors
in the sky,
Each day with you,
a new reason why.
This love we share,
as vast as the sea,
On these WHITE SANDS,
is where we're free.

CHORUS:
Oh, WHITE SANDS,
under a golden sky,
There are you and I,
where the seagulls fly.
Our love is a melody,
played by the sea,
Here in this paradise,
where we're meant to be.

© 2024, Jerry Pettit

Comments

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Another love ballad from the romantic repertoire of Jerry..wonderful song. The beach boys should have hired you. Great job as always.
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Unfortunately, Brian isn't doing too well at the moment, but I think if he heard this track, it would bring a 'Smile' to his lips in recognition and appreciation of his legacy and influence...
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i was asked to join the beach boys or was it the beach bums! hmmm. you always nail these! but i wanna see you do one if their upbeat ones.
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Oh what a treat - I love the Beach Boys! You totally nailed the beach vibe. I love all the vocals in the chorus - just beautiful - and seagulls too! The song is so warm and lush - what a gorgeous love song.
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ive been rewatching some beach party movies lately. comfort food, just like this song. frankie and annette..cant beat em. i even named a couple after them in my second novel. well, with a song like this right in front of me, i dont need a beach party movie. i can close my eye and make my own.
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Beautiful song, singing and playing. Your choice of instruments is always superb. Love the sax solo. Super gorgeous song, Jerry. Another winner.
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Love the subject and style . Lovely lyrics and you do a great beach boys feel. Lovely uplifting track
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You should've been a Beach Boy! I want to go to some white sands so much right now and have a cold drink with an umbrella! Fab Jerry!
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@sbs
You *always* sound like the Beach Boys! But I had to chuckle at the "be kind" comment. In my experience if I say that, I get it extra hard - lol! People - go figure! Really sweet beachy vibe! Love it!
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The opening 'barefoot' immediately pinged a 'Pet Sounds' memory - something to do with how it's pitched I guess. The song definitely gives a Beach Boys vibe in terms of the chords and structure. The lyrics conjure up a cool seaside vibe. Really enjoyed it.
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