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This song was written after experiencing a group of women explore and unleash their creativity in an artists gathering in France. I realized that I had been so privileged to witness them as artists when at home their brothers, sisters, husbands and children saw them as 'only'... something more mundane.

This song features mandolin!

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ONLY

I only looked into her eyes
I only saw the girl as light
I only glimpsed the goddess
I only noticed when she smiled

I only watched her as she danced
I only held the space for her
I only sat there in a trance
I only breathed between that girl

I only wondered as she dared
I only saw the risks she took
I only felt myself inside
I only held her when she shook

I only barely held her gaze
I only learned what she would teach
I only managed to keep up
I only saw how far she’d reach

I only helped her if she asked
I only took what she gave
I only loved her as she wanted
I only know her as I saw her on that day

Maybe you know her different
You may have known her all your life
She may be someone else to you
I only know her as I saw her on that day

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from Jongleur, released November 15, 2008
Daniel Mandel - Vocals, Guitars, Keyboard Programming, Mixing
Michael Reynolds - Mandolin
Grenville Berliner - Bass

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I'm so glad you found my Bandcamp page! I am a singer songwriter, I play guitars, keyboards, strange synthesizers and amazing virtual instruments. I love the craft of songwriting. I am also a Life Coach and a podcaster! I am actually very down to earth and would welcome hearing from you! ... more

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