Tag: Soulful
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When Heroes Wept
“When Heroes Wept” is a soulful Blues ballad inspired by Homer’s Iliad. It tells the story of Priam, the king of Troy. He kneels before Achilles, his enemy and the slayer of his son. Priam begs for the return of his son’s body. This powerful meeting goes beyond the battlefield. It shows the raw vulnerability…
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Lonely Strings
A soulful blues ballad pouring out the heartache of lost love. Lonely nights, empty roads, and a guitar crying out for a second chance. The William Altig Choir: A collection of amazingly talented singers with musical accompaniment. They are brought to life through the cutting-edge technology of Suno AI language models. [Verse] Lonely road so…
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Clear Light
“Clear Light” is a soulful, introspective journey through the struggle of ego dissolution and the search for inner truth. With heartfelt, raspy vocals, acoustic and slide guitar, stand-up bass, and bluesy piano, this track captures the tension and release. It reflects the confrontation with the clear light—the true nature of mind. The song blends the…
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Call on Goodness
“Call on Goodness” is a heartfelt folk blues song. It explores themes of resilience, hope, and seeking guidance in challenging times. Through evocative lyrics, the song invites listeners to find strength in their inner light. Through soulful melodies, it encourages them to reach out for support when facing adversity. With its universal message and uplifting…
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Indra’s Lotus Blues
Indra’s Lotus Blues Indra’s Lotus Blues is a soulful folk-blues ballad sung from the perspective of the king of the gods. Witnessing the beauty of the Lotus Sutra’s teachings and the struggles of humanity, Indra calls for compassion and enlightenment. This song has a touch of celestial wisdom. It also has a down-to-earth melody. It…
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Common Ground Blues
This soulful blues/folk ballad explores the universal human quest for connection and understanding. Inspired by themes of pre-mortal existence and shared spiritual origins, the song invites listeners to embrace compassion, respect, and dignity in pursuit of common ground. With heartfelt lyrics and a melancholic melody, it’s a reminder that even amidst our differences, we’re all…
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When Trust Blooms
“When Trust Blooms” is a soulful bluesy folk song that celebrates the beauty of trust, friendship, and the power of shared words. Inspired by the connection between friends across time and space, the song’s heartfelt lyrics reflect on the simple yet profound gifts we give each other—whether through a bouquet, a poem, or a kind…
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Loved Ones Blues
“Loved Ones Blues” is a heartfelt blues folk song that captures the deep connection we share with those we love, whether they are with us, yet to come, or already passed. The song reflects on the enduring nature of these relationships, crossing the boundaries of time and language. Set against a backdrop of the Pacific…
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Whispers of Existence
“Whispers of Existence” is a serene, reflective journey through nature, capturing the essence of dawn, hope, and life’s winding path. The gentle flow of the river mirrors the emotional journey of enlightenment, as the clouds part to reveal the golden light of a new beginning. This song embodies the connection between nature and the human…
Mr. Altig’s Overview of the Wonderful Dharma of the Lotus Sutra 