Life's a Game (Zap and Me)

[Mr. Mom]

I posted this song over at IMW, where it got airplay by all 3 DJ's... but I forgot to post it here. At least it's easy for me to remember the credits for this song...EVERYTHING DONE BY ZAP!!
I contributed the lyrics and vocals, but all the music and mixing was done by Zap - thanks buddy!

Here are the lyrics:

Life's a Game

Life is just a game... with a cast of players
No instruction book... just lots and lots of layers
Have to roll the dice... have to spin the spinner
Way too many lose... why can't we all be winners

Round and round the board... till all my money's gone
Never slowing down to rest... the game of life goes on...
.... and on

Life is just a game... you play until you're spent
Either you own Boardwalk... or you must pay rent


Life is a silly game... but we all must live it
Try not to go insane... cheaters are forgiven
We all must play the game... playing means we're livin'


Just when you have it figured out... counted every card
the Joker comes along... you take the blow real hard


You work to climb the ladder... then you fall down the chute
Begging for a piece of bread... a trivial pursuit
Life is just a game... why don't you get a Clue
You wish you were the battleship... instead you get the shoe

Life isn't fair at all... it isn't fair at all
Life is not a fairy tale... it isn't fair at all
Instead of crossing finish lines... you run into a wall.
Life is not fair at all...
Life isn't fair at all...

[Mimmo]

Is that you singing?

[Mr. Mom]

  Yeah, that's me Mimmo... Zap can perform miracles He's part mixmaster and part magician.

[Mimmo]

sounds very good John. i enjoyed listening to it

[Dan]

Wow John that is amazing, great voice man.

[Mr. Mom]

Thanks Mimmo, Dan...
I lucked out on this one. When Zap posted the music, I had those lyrics already written, and they needed only minor tweaks. I think the vocal range was in my most comfortable "zone", because it seemed easier to sing than other songs I've tried, even though Zap still had to work his magic to make it sound even better.

[AndyG6508]

Oh wow John and Zap,

This tune - the sound is way cool!!!

John thats a superb vocal from you - your voice and delivery so suits this song. Your singing style reminds me of an 80s new romantic era singer - Bryan Ferry perhaps?

Love the groove too specially the rhythm guitar.

Good work both of you and John you keep getting better and better. I really the tone of your vocal.

ANdy

[Mr. Mom]

Thanks Andy,
I wouldn't even be attempting vocals if it wasn't for you and so many others helping me along the way. I always thought the extent of my talent was writing, which still would have been more than enough to keep me happy.
I really like the groove on this song too!

[Captain fantastic]

Thanks Andy,
I wouldn't even be attempting vocals if it wasn't for you and so many others helping me along the way. I always thought the extent of my talent was writing, which still would have been more than enough to keep me happy.
I really like the groove on this song too!

Good to hear you singing John,you should do it more often.

[Mr. Mom]

Thanks Ralph,
I only sing when the stars and planets are in perfect alignment... my next song should be around Dec 21, 2012

[mickbrit55]

John, that is awesome mate! Reminds me of Men at Work somehow. Your voice and delivery are pretty unique and very rich sounding. Really enjoyed listening

Mick.

[cyclone]

Such sad lyrics with such uplifting music. Well done
Cyclone

[jfreed18]

Hi John wow this is a terrific song and the lyrics are cool to I read them twice while listening to the song  . I wish I could of helped on this project. John you did a terrific job on the lyrics and vocals and Zap did a terrific job on the music..You both did a fantastic job! Thank you John your friend Jimmy.

[Stoney]

I really like this and your vocal is perfect for this John ...A real Brit pop feel with a nice funky edge

Well done

Ian

[Mr. Mom]

Thanks guys, I appreciate all the comments.

My thanks all go to Zap for that cool funky song!!! I can't believe I got lucky enough to jump on that collab lickety-split, before anyone else probably heard it. So glad Zap was willing to take my vox and work his mojo!