Delegate by Amelia Ray published on 2022-12-11T11:53:08Z This past summer, I was feeling overwhelmed trying to juggle multiple projects within the ever-changing landscape of being an independent musician. A friend suggested I focus on outsourcing tasks, and jokingly challenged me to write a love song about delegating responsibility to help me learn how to do it. The lyrics came easily enough. I imagined someone who, after weighing the pros and cons of continuing a love affair, ultimately leaves the decision to the other party. The music was a bit harder. I knew the style of music I wanted but didn’t know how I was going to fit the elaborate Memphis soul arrangement I was hearing in my head into my limited budget. So I decided to approach "Delegate" from a subtractive rather than additive point of view. Applying the study of triads that have been the focus of my guitar lessons for the past two years, I dissected the song into small parts that I could easily play. I came up with a naked, vulnerable arrangement that sounds unlike anything I've written before. The exercise also helped me learn the first rule of delegation, namely, having clear explanations of the tasks to be assigned. I feel I’m one step closer to grasping the motto of successful entrepreneurs the world over: “Work smarter, not harder.” "Delegate" Do I love you? Do I trust you? Can we start anew? I'm in no shape to decide so I delegate it to you Is it springtime? Are you all mine? Can we make it through? There's a feeling inside but I delegate it to you Could this be forever? We might be so sad I should walk away, however Baby, you're the best I ever had Are we there yet? Are you my safe bet? Does it all ring true? See, I've got nothing to hide so I delegate it to you I should walk away, however We might be so glad This time could be forever 'Cause, baby, you're the best I ever had Do you need me? Will you deceive me? Leave me sad and blue? Cast my fears aside and I'll delegate it to you © 2022 Amelia C. Ray released January 1, 2023 Written, composed and performed by Amelia Ray Mixed and mastered by Brandon Bankes Cover design by Daniel Cisneros Genre Jazz & Blues
