A Gathering of Spirits

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Story Behind The Song

Story Behind The Song

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Carrie Newcomer
Jan 10, 2022
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  I have a page on my website called Behind The Songs. This recently appeared on that page. I’m always a bit shy to give details about songs, because the best songs use the songwriter’s personal details, and those details keep the song authentic, but a good song also leaves enough open space for the listener to hear their own stories in the song.…

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