Name: Give It Up
Duration: P00H03M59S
Description: When is a songwriter ever finished with a song? When the song is finished with the songwriter! This song has taken me on a long journey through countless rewrites and rearrangements. When a friend suggested that perhaps the song was not about giving something up, but rather giving up “to something,” it all came together.

Give It Up

from RISE by Elaine Mahon

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When is a songwriter ever finished with a song? When the song is finished with the songwriter! This song has taken me on a long journey through countless rewrites and rearrangements. When a friend suggested that perhaps the song was not about giving something up, but rather giving up “to something,” it all came together.

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Give It Up
© 2012 Mary Elaine Mahon/Six Pelicans Publishing (BMI)

(Chorus) Oh when powerful emotions are pulsing through my veins
It’s a matter of wanting and needing and knowing that they’re not the same
It’s a matter of living and loving and letting loose the reins
It’s a matter of life and growing with each change

I’ll give it up to the wonder of each waking day
Give it up to discovery in finding my way
I’ll give it up to the hope that keeps my dreams alive
I won’t wait for time ‘cause it’s just passing by

(Chorus)

I’ll give it up to the wonder of life on this Earth
Give it up to discovering my own inner worth
I’ll give it up to the hope that keeps passions alive
I won’t wait for time ‘cause it’s just passing by

(Chorus)

I’ll give it up to the wonder of stars up above
I’ll give it up to discovering the power of love
I’ll give it up to the hope I’ll do more than survive
I won’t wait for time ‘cause it’s just passing by
I’ll give it up!

credits

from RISE, track released January 29, 2013
Lead Vocal and Acoustic Guitar: Elaine Mahon
Harmony Vocals: Penny Nichols, Kim Blackburn, Elisabeth Williamson & Elaine Mahon
Bass: Lon Williamson
Percussion: Dave Kelsay

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Elaine Mahon Gainesville, Florida

With her 2017 release, REACH FOR THE STARS, Elaine Mahon has written a collection of songs that evoke a sense of wonder while inspiring hope and offering empowerment. Mahon's songs reflect her perspective as an astronomer, while remaining deeply rooted in the natural world we all live in. Mahon performs solo at festivals, venues and house concerts in Florida and throughout the Southeastern US. ... more

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