When you write a song, a song has longevity
Smokey RobinsonRead
People say I'm the life of the party Because I tell a joke or two Although I might be laughing loud and hearty Deep inside I'm blue So take a good look at my face You'll see my smile looks out of place If you look closer, it's easy to trace The tracks of my tears.
When you write a song, a song has longevity
Even if I don't release it myself, somebody else might hear it and want to record it. When you write a song, it gives it that potential.
When someone picks up one of my songs and records it, I'm a flattered man, it's a blessing to me
Motown will always be a heavy-duty part of my life because those are my roots
Songwriting is my gift from God
I always try to write a song, I never just want to write a record.
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