A classic introvert/extrovert combo, Reid now performs with his saucy wife and long-time song-writing partner Carolyn Victoria Mill (aka Carly Jamieson). Along with winning the John Lennon Songwriting Contest for their first co-write RAIL, this creative couple wrote their way into the Vancouver Folk Music Festival by winning 1st prize in the Pickin’ a Folk Star Contest. True entertainers, these masters of the burgeoning House Concert circuit thrive on creating intimacy, with tales and talents that simply must be experienced live. True entertainers, these masters of the burgeoning House Concert circuit thrive on creating intimacy, with tales and talents that simply must be experienced live.
Their catalog and repertoire have a wide ranging appeal with compelling originals plus unique interpretations. ‘Dear Leonard: The Cohen Collection’ is a luminous tribute to Leonard Cohen, turning the master into the muse with seven compelling covers plus the haunting title track – an original open letter to the man himself. This homage joins Reid’s much-loved ‘The Presley Sessions Revisited’, a tribute to the 50s era greats including Elvis, Orbison, The Platters and more. A perennial favourite, his unusual collection of winter-themed music ‘Songs For A Winter’s Night’, is a unique holiday record you will want to play long after the tree comes down. ‘Juniper’s Kitchen’ is this husband and wife’s first recording singing together, with all original alt-country duets that are a little Johnny and June meet Fleetwood Mac, and all about the songs.
Reid and CVM have just released a new all original album recorded in Schull, Co. Cork Ireland, with producer Kieran Kennedy (Maria Doyle Kennedy). Titled ‘Me Daza’ which is Cork slang for ‘most excellent’ or ‘just right’, – tho the direct translation is ‘I’m dying’ – but aren’t we all? There is nothing traditional about this record, or this dynamic duo. Mature themes range from loving a woman during and after ‘The Change’, to Ireland’s abortion referendum, to coping with mental illness and social media – call it a soundtrack for the second act.
Husband and wife together 17 years, Reid and Carolyn are unique in that they have a kind of Bernie Taupin / Elton John relationship on the songwriting front, however, with a woman often writing the lyrics to be sung by a gifted male vocalist. They wrote each song together, with the exception of ‘Don’t Go Down’ written by the late great Fergus O’Farrell (Interference) and Glen Hansard (Swell Season, The Frames). Fergus’ was a much admired Schull local whose vocals appear posthumously as he passed away (duo to complications of Muscular Distrophy) before he was able to properly release the track himself. All of this unbeknownst to Reid and Carolyn when they chose the tune from a selection of potential Irish covers sent by their producer.
It was Canadian/Irish legend Mary Margaret O’Hara who introduced artist and producer at a Toronto concert where she had joined Reid’s band for the night. Kieran and his wife (actor Maria Doyle Kennedy) also enjoy a musical partnership, and have created many beautiful albums together under her name. That night a friendship was struck and plans were set in motion that went on to inspire an epic trip to the Emerald Isle, and perhaps their most daring record to date. There is nothing traditional about this record, or the dynamic duo behind it.
Keep an ear open for singles they release on a regular basis…plus their upcoming project on Pigeons (!) and the causes of homelessness. You won’t want to miss what they do next!
She
Reid Jamieson Lyrics
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How easily he pulls away
And now a time for atonement
Where for his precious gift
she’ll pay
A willing passion play,
Or trust betrayed.
For this mistake
She’ll pay and pay and pay
We
count the crosses row on row
Not the dirt in where we
sow their seeds
She
a harbour or a vessel below
We stand above
With every stone she bleeds
Two lie awake in the darkness
A long hard day, an age-old need
The love they make
they soon part with
The weight of
one more mouth to feed
Working twice a day
For half a wage
Oh, and when he breaks
For this mistake
She’ll pay and pay and pay
We...
count the crosses row on row
Not the dirt in where we
sow their seeds
She...
a harbour or a vessel below
We stand above
With every stone she bleeds
All alone by the millions
In shame they suffer silently
Do we care where her life ends
Hospital bed or back alley
Keep her on her knees
Tending seeds
Oh, but who will feed
Those unwanted
When they turn to weeds
We...
count the crosses row on row
Not the dirt in where we
sow their seeds
She....
a harbour or a vessel below
We stand above
With every stone she bleeds
She....
was more than just where flowers grow
What else she’d be we’ll never know, will we?
She....
was more than just a vessel you know
She…
The lyrics to Reid Jamieson's song "She" delve into the themes of sacrifice, judgment, and the unfair burden placed upon women in society. The song tells the story of a woman who becomes pregnant and is faced with the consequences of her actions. The lyrics describe how easily the man involved pulls away, leaving the woman to bear the weight of her decision alone.
The song portrays the woman's struggle between choosing a willing passion play or feeling betrayed and deceived. Regardless of the choice she makes, the lyrics emphasize that she will continue to pay for her mistake. The repetition of the phrase "she'll pay and pay and pay" highlights the never-ending consequences and hardships she must endure.
The chorus of the song draws attention to the societal blame and indifference towards women in similar situations. Instead of focusing on the dirt where seeds are sown, emphasizing the struggle and challenges faced by women, people count the crosses row on row, symbolizing the judgment and condemnation placed upon them. The lyrics describe the woman as a harbor or vessel below, portraying her as beneath society's judgmental gaze.
The song also touches upon the topic of abortion and the plight of women who suffer silently, shamed and ostracized for their choices. It raises questions about society's lack of care for where a woman's life ends, whether it be in a hospital bed or a back alley.
Overall, "She" sheds light on the societal inequalities faced by women and calls for empathy and understanding rather than judgment and condemnation. It serves as a reminder that women are more than just vessels or objects to be judged, but rather complex individuals with their own desires, hopes, and dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
All it took was a moment
A single moment was enough for everything to change
How easily he pulls away
He easily distances himself from the situation
And now a time for atonement
Now is the time for making amends
Where for his precious gift she'll pay
She will suffer the consequences of his actions
A willing passion play
Their relationship was driven by desire
Or trust betrayed
Their trust in each other was broken
Whatever choice she makes
Regardless of the decision she makes
For this mistake she'll pay and pay and pay
She will face the repercussions of this mistake repeatedly
We count the crosses row on row
We focus on the symbols of religion and not the real issues
Not the dirt in where we sow their seeds
We ignore the harsh reality and struggles of those affected
She a harbour or a vessel below
She is seen as a place of refuge or a means to an end
We stand above with every stone she bleeds
We maintain our position of power while she suffers
Two lie awake in the darkness
Two people lay awake in the darkness
A long hard day, an age-old need
After a difficult day, they have the natural desire for intimacy
The love they make they soon part with
The love they share is temporary
The weight of one more mouth to feed
The burden of another person to provide for
Working twice a day for half a wage
Working excessively hard and not being adequately compensated
Oh, and when he breaks for this mistake
When he falls apart due to this mistake
All alone by the millions
Millions of women enduring this alone
In shame they suffer silently
They silently endure the shame
Do we care where her life ends
Do we show concern for what becomes of her
Hospital bed or back alley
Whether she ends up in a hospital or on the streets
Keep her on her knees tending seeds
Keep her oppressed and tied down with responsibilities
Oh, but who will feed those unwanted
Who will take care of those deemed unwanted
When they turn to weeds
When they are considered a burden or nuisance
She... was more than just where flowers grow
She had a deeper significance beyond simply being the place where flowers thrive
What else she'd be we'll never know, will we?
We will never know the full potential and possibilities of who she could have become
She... was more than just a vessel you know
She had value and worth beyond being a mere vessel for someone else's desires
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: CAROLYN VICTORIA MILL, REID ALLAN JAMIESON
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patty j campbell
So moving So true Thank you all
Paul Richards
Wonderful track