...and in my heart.
Thank you to all of you that answered the question "What is your favorite song on my new album "Beginning Again" and why?"
I was overwhelmed and humbled by all the responses that I received! And even though some of the most descriptive ones were from long time fans, and in some cases friends and family -
newer listeners and fans surprised me with their heartfelt and sweet answers. It was difficult to pick just 10. I had to include 7 honorable mentions!
All the winners will receive cookies! The top 10 will also receive a David Raleigh Tee Shirt, and the top 5 will receive a copy of "Beginning Again"
You all read and eat! - I'd better get baking!
AND THE WINNERS ARE:
#1
I have two favourite songs! The first is "Get up and Dance" because when I hear it, I dance around the loungeroom like a crazy person. Sometimes Jaimie-Leigh, our dog joins in.
My other favoutire song is "Safe" because it about heros and I love heros. I figured this out because I heard you say that you drove off a cliff and ran into fire I said to my mum that Buzz Lightyear would have done that too, hence my conclusion that it's about heros. Love from
- Tobey William Jones, The First Family, Balhannah, South Australia
#2
Here's my favorite songs from the album and it's a close tie, but if I had to choose ONE, I would say "The Only One".
"Beginning Again" is a really close second. Although the whole album is already an instant classic. "The Only One" speaks to me since I resonate with the lyrics in my personal life right now. I had my BF play it in his car as we were driving and he kept saying, "who is this? who is this? I love this song!"
"Beginning Again" should be the mantra of everyone who is looking for inspiration though. And that's what I'm all about. I can't wait to hear this live again!!!
- Rick Harper, Brooklyn, New York
#3
Your email came asking for a favorite song and I was just thinking about connecting with you about the same subject.
Ashton plays "The Only One" on an endless loop in his car. We went up state a few days ago and he played it at least 20 times in a row. It has now been fully imprinted on my brain BUT it is not my favorite. From the moment I first heard it during your performance at Joe's Pub I loved the last song "Begining Again". You really touch a core truth of life. Very inspirational. I've often listened to it since then and it feels like you are singing to me. Actually, I've thought of you quietly singing it to me before I go to sleep. Kind of like a lullaby. That can move me right though the usual bs at least for a little while.
Jeezus, Mike snap out of it!
- Mike DePirro, New York City
#4
It is very difficult to pick just one song that I love on your new album (I am showing my age) CD!!
I really enjoyed three in particular "One Together"...should be sung on the 9/11 anniversary.
"Stand Up" is also a great message and I loved "Get Up and Dance" I enjoy dancing to that. It is different from your usual songs.
However, I must pick "Ready, Willing & Able" as the best one for me because it reminds me of my favorite David Raleigh song "In My Wildest Dreams" from another time.
You are one of the best entertainers I have ever enjoyed working with and watching. Good Luck to you and to me in winning your delicious cookies! Love you, xx
- Leah Sutton, Miami Beach, Florida
#5
"Life Begins Today" is my favorite song off the new album. I like it because it's upbeat and inspiring. It's the song I can put on on a Monday morning on my way in to work to help me forget it's the beginning of a new work week and help me past the post weekend blahs.
- Ryan Cox, Dallas Texas
#6
David!!!! I love all your songs because it's you! I can hear your smile through your songs and it makes me smile too. I love "One Together"
- Lea Sergiacomi, New York City
#7
All of the songs I love;inspirational words, and that voice of yours makes them all a listening joy. But if I HAVE to pick, then I'll choose "GET UP AND DANCE".
It makes me want to get up and dance!
- Carmen Turner, Las Vegas, Nevada
#8
My favorite song on your new album is "Get Up and Dance" because of its powerful message of being an individual. We should all dance in our own way for a better day! peace out!
- Deb Bahl-Moore, Minneapolis, Minnesota
#9
"Gratitude" is probably my all time fave of the album... so beautifully written... makes me cry everytime...
- Rob Miketa, New York City
#10
"Life Begins Today" because we need to live in the here and now!
- Reverend Pat Bumgardner, New York City
Honorable Mentions
"Beginning Again" Dearheart...........Thank you for 'writing'. The "why" is because of its spirit and the beat.......although choosing one selection was difficult.
- Murray and Carole Lynn Steiner, New York CIty
"I Do" because you sang it at our wedding. Love you man!
- Mike Bahl, Minneapolis Minnesota
I Do!" Played it at my sisters wedding. Tears in my eyes.
- Andreas Theime, Johannesburg, South Africa
Favorite song - "I DO" (It is so delightful and intuitive.)
- Jackie Rosner, Century City, California
Darling David.....your new album is wonderful!!!!!! Especially "LIFE BEGINS TODAY"...what a lilting, fun, sing-along tune!!!
- Ann Clements, Atlanta, Georgia
My favorite song is "Gratitude." I know you wrote that for Rick, but it really is an all encompassing love song :)
- Karen Bahl, Minneapolis, Minnesota
"I DO!" I love this song! It's sweet and fun and has a catchy melody-- Joel and I both said, "I Do!" in Vegas on 02 January 2010, and we'd love to play this song at our church wedding on 02 Januarty 2011 in the Philippines if that's ok with you.
- Emerita Alcid, Philippines
