Sophie (Chanko) Dare

LISTEN HERE:

https://open.spotify.com/track/7rp26sAjQ8pqmtz8gosdEx?si=WSTvM70mSdmt8lkJSqlMtg

This track from my boyfriend's latest musical project just goes to show how far a do-it-yourself spirit can take you in today's world.

He's been writing songs and raps since his pre-teen years, and he still keeps the journals filled with scrawled lyrics and pulls inspiration from them, even ten years later. About a year ago, he decided to get a simple midi controller/keyboard from Guitar Center and learn how to use it, to make beats for himself on GarageBand on his Mac. He entertained himself by remixing some humorous songs, and recorded a couple of verses he'd written, but it never went far beyond simple instrumentals.

Fast forward to March 2020, when the shutdown and quarantine became a reality: he ran to Guitar Center on the last day they'd be open, splurged on a high-quality microphone, and downloaded Logic Pro, a software that many professionals use to produce music. For the next several months, being stuck in his apartment was more of a blessing than a curse, and his knowledge of recording and producing grew by leaps and bounds. It's crazy how just about anyone can learn how to make music and have access to professional-grade software and equipment, and learn by doing.

Now, he's working on collaborating with other artists and re-recording much higher quality versions of his latest verses! This rap tune uses audio samples from standup comedian George Carlin, one of his favorite comedians of all time. The lyrics are filled with musings about how time is money, and the mental battle between wasting your time or using it to create and do good.

Thanks for reading!