SONGS BY RICK

Hey, welcome to my short stories in lyric form. I am very fortunate to work with talented musicians to turn my words into beautiful music. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I did writing, producing and nurturing lyrics into soulful songs

Can I Buy You A Beer
This is a story about three ‘ole friends getting back together at their hangout bar when one of them comes home after being away for a long time. Real friends easily unwind lost time and reconnect with a smile and in this case a beer or two.
 
What’s It Gonna Take
This is a story about standing up for yourself against those in your community or society who drag you down, especially on social media. Too many people are hounded by bullies and need a slight push to get out there and place a bet on themselves.
 
Pickleball At The Isles
I have joined the pickleball craze and love it. We live one mile from 80 pickleball courts in Naples, FL. To me, the beauty of pickleball is how it finds a great balance between competitive sport and social interaction.

Tomorrow is Moving On
In the book Few Regrets, I wrote about three chapters in life for those who are fortunate to live into their 80-90s. This song is a musical version of our Youth, Adulthood, and Whatever Comes Next – three life chapters.

I Passed You On
My mentor and friend taught me and so many others, lessons about business and life. His impact continues since so many others passed his lessons on to those who followed, who keep him rolling along as they pass him on to the next generation and the next one after that.

Little Bit
This song is a little ditty for our grandson Emmit. Written from his parents perspective, singing to him. 

Gridiron Playground
An ode to coaches who guide girls and boys into women and men after that whistle has blown. This particular story is from my books and highlights the relationship between Coach Bob and his mentor, Coach Mac.
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A Daughter's Dance
This song was written for our oldest daughter’s wedding. It’s the one song I contributed some music. Also played as part of my Father of the Bride speech, which was the last speech rather than the first. I danced with my daughter and handed her to the groom for the third verse so the spotlight ended on them rather than on me.

​Letting Go
The first song I co-wrote with a buddy was for our youngest daughter’s wedding. He played it live and rocked the house as part of my “Father of the Bride” speech. A few years later I had the song recorded in Nashville.

COMING SOON