[UFO]

Inspired by the poem Daffodils by William Wordworth. It's probably the least depressing song I've written and has one of the strongest melodies. I can imagine it being on Carly's new disco album

Dancing With The Daffodils

I couldn't see beyond the veil
Lost in the mist, I gave into hell
I always used to let the demons win
I had enough of living lies
I hid from what I'm really like
Soon enough I ended up caving in

The smoke has cleared, my fears are denied
I let the light in, my heart's revived
My tired eyes burn with sudden fire
I reach out to the skies

As if nothing even matters
Nothing can ruin what I'm feeling right now
I feel no weight on my shoulders
Like I'm dancing, dancing with the daffodils
As if nothing even matters
Even if I'm left in the dark once again
I'll stay afloat on the river
I'll be dancing, dancing with the daffodils
I'm dancing with the daffodils

I couldn't see the horizon
Blinded by hope, I longed for heaven
Angels came and made the rain disappear
Awakened, in paradise
Now my happiness has taken flight
Finally floating through the atmosphere

The smoke has cleared, my fears are denied
I let the light in, my heart's revived
My tired eyes burn with sudden fire
I reach out to the skies

As if nothing even matters
Nothing can ruin what I'm feeling right now
I feel no weight on my shoulders
Like I'm dancing, dancing with the daffodils
As if nothing even matters
Even if I'm left in the dark once again
I'll stay afloat on the river
I'll be dancing, dancing with the daffodils
I'm dancing with the daffodils

There's a potential for everything
When a flower dies, another flower begins
You'll make it through the first bloom of Spring
Fake it 'til it's happening, happening to you
To you too
I let the light in, my heart's revived
I reach out to the skies

As if nothing even matters
Nothing can ruin what I'm feeling right now
I feel no weight on my shoulders
Like I'm dancing, dancing with the daffodils
As if nothing even matters
Even if I'm left in the dark once again
I'll stay afloat on the river
Cause I'll be dancing, dancing, dancing

As if nothing even matters
Nothing can ruin what I'm feeling right now
I feel no weight on my shoulders
Like I'm dancing, dancing with the daffodils
As if nothing even matters
Even if I'm left in the dark once again
I'll stay afloat on the river
I'll be dancing, dancing with the daffodils
I'm dancing with the daffodils

This is also another really special one to me. I wrote it in between seasons so it never got submitted for anything The name Evangeline means bringer of good news btw.

Evangeline

Staring into the abyss
The clouds so grey, I wish
There were no limits to life
Just a matter of time
'Til we recognise demise
Fading into the skies
But was I really worth it?
Treating me like your puppet
Did I ever deserve this?
Sucked dry, I'm so exhausted

Full of despair, the cold air
Whispering in my ear
Oh, I knew it was coming
But never thought so soon
And I didn't think this through
When I kept loving you
Sometimes I wanna decide
How I should say goodbye
Instead of it torn away
I wanna live in vain

Evangeline, you promised me
Happy memories for eternity
Evangeline, you left the scene
When I needed you most, Evangeline
Our time is up, ashes to dust
Evangeline, you just gave up on me
It's not the same without you here
Evangeline

I also really love the dark vibes of this one Very Evanescence and My Chemical Romance. It's about not recognising someone close to you is suicidal until they actually commit suicide. Tragic af

Bloody Hands (Nightmare)

VERSE
I’m sorry I let you die as quickly as your happiness
You’d tell me the future’s blind, not as blind as your best friend
I ignored all of the signs even when the skies burned in red
You left me with one last smile as life left you with an end

CHORUS
Why won’t you let me out of here?
(Help me) out of this nightmare
I see you now, broken in half
Like a mirror that won’t reflect
Why won’t you let me out of here?
(Help me) out of this nightmare
I hear you now, drowning in sound
Like a song with no melody

If only I had read your mind
If only I had recognised
Maybe you’d still be by my side
Out of this nightmare, this nightmare

VERSE
The ceiling fell on your shoulders, my heart in one of your hands
You always thought of me even when things didn’t go as planned
I took you for granted like the air we breathe, I had a chance
A chance to save you, I could have saved you with my bloody hands

CHORUS
Why won’t you let me out of here?
(Help me) out of this nightmare
I see you now, broken in half
Like a mirror that won’t reflect
Why won’t you let me out of here?
(Help me) out of this nightmare
I hear you now, drowning in sound
Like a song with no melody

If only I had read your mind
If only I had recognised
Maybe you’d still be by my side
Out of this nightmare, this nightmare
If only I had read your mind
If only I had recognised
Maybe you’d still be by my side
Out of this nightmare, this nightmare

BRIDGE
Photos of us
I carry in hope of
A miracle
That’s never gonna happen
But now I know
Why you would run from the world
I wish I’d tried to save you again
So now I live in deep regret
Finding peace in the time I have left
You look at me, eyes burning red
I hold you with my bloody hands
With my bloody hands

CLOSING CHORUS
Why won’t you let me out of here?
(Help me) out of this nightmare
I see you now, broken in half
Like a mirror that won’t reflect
Why won’t you let me out of here?
(Help me) out of this nightmare
I hear you now, drowning in sound
Like a song with no melody

Why won’t you let me out of here?
(Help me) out of this nightmare
I see you now, broken in half
Like a mirror that won’t reflect
Why won’t you let me out of here?
(Help me) out of this nightmare
I hear you now, drowning in sound
Like a song with no melody

If only I had read your mind
If only I had recognised
Maybe you’d still be by my side
Maybe you’d still be by my side
If only I had read your mind
If only I had recognised
Maybe you’d still be by my side
Out of this nightmare, this nightmare

Honourable mentions: Nighthawks, Chrysalis, When They Cry, Chillin' In The Parking Lot, Wooden Branches (Where We Begin), Bloody Hands (Nightmare), The Endless Nile of Sleepless Surrender, Tug of War, Same Ol' Wishes, Blackout, Afghan Crucifix

My song titles are so iconic

Nnnn I could literally talk about my songs for hours,e ven though I'm pretty sure no one cares

[Jackson]

I didn't notice until I quoted and it said "originally posted by moonchild"

[Temporal]

Just skimming those songs reminded me of the trauma that was judging last season

[Jackson]

Tempura's best song is Crystallize without a doubt

[UFO]

Originally posted by Temporal

Just skimming those songs reminded me of the trauma that was judging last season

Ugh I wish you weren't a judge so I can **** and piss all over your face
Those songs are very meaningful to me

[Achilles.]

Wait if Jackson isn't a judge does that mean I can send my songs to him for evaluation?

[swiftie13]

Wait Moonfhild back off aiqljfba

[UFO]

Originally posted by keshaspearsxo

As such is the rule of life, I decided to follow the model of "saving the best for last" in revealing this season's panel. This final judge is really something else. A model, an artist, a psychic, a poet, a visionary and so much more.

Everybody welcome...

Judge #4

Me
Simply pearfect
Season 7 Finalist
Season 8 Quitter
Season 9 Judge
Season 10 Host
Enigma

Yaaaaas you know I love you. honestly this is such a great judging panel, super excited

[Jackson]

Originally posted by Achilles.

Wait if Jackson isn't a judge does that mean I can send my songs to him for evaluation?

doesn't mean i'll reply but technically yes

[UFO]

Originally posted by Moonchild

Welcome to Diamond Hit!

I hope you're all ready for what's sure to be another fantastic season of Platinum Hit, whether this is your first time playing or you're now a Platinum Hit regular. 54 of you have signed up to participate in the latest season of ATRL's hit songwriting game, and now the time has come to put your talents to the test. Do you have what it takes to go platinum this season? There's only one way to find out...

Challenge #1
The Moon Challenge

The Moon has been a source of inspiration to artists worldwide for millennia. Your challenge is to write a song that includes the Moon as a primary focus. As this is the first challenge, you are only required to write one verse and one chorus. We're just looking for a taste of what you have to offer, but it has to leave us wanting more... hanging on to every word wanting to hear your next song.

Don't forget that we now have the mentor system, so you can receive help with your song in real time as you are still writing and adapting it for submission.

Entries due (via PM to me) Saturday, December 3, 11:59PM EST.

Good luck!

Oooooh this is interesting! I love challenges like this one where it's not restricted but also specific enough to get the creative juices flowing. I'm ready!! I think I'm gonna take my time with this one. I usually write songs pretty quick

[Achilles.]

Damn it moony, I was about to sit down and write the next "Moon River."

[Gladion]

This font/color is so hard to read a mess

[Gladion]

Oh the moon challenge! I love the moon, huge inspiration. I've written many songs about the moonn before and im excited to wirte another one about the magnum opus of the solar system

[UFO]

Originally posted by Gladion

Oh the moon challenge! I love the moon, huge inspiration. I've written many songs about the moonn before and im excited to wirte another one about the magnum opus of the solar system

I've never written about the moon before also, cute username change! I like it ^.^

[keshaspearsxo]

10 min

[Gladion]

Originally posted by UFO

I've never written about the moon before also, cute username change! I like it ^.^

Thanks friend Is it true you are Euphoria?

[UFO]

Originally posted by Gladion

Thanks friend Is it true you are Euphoria?

akl;fjagk yes I am! I thought everyone already knew, I've had this username for over a year I think who did you think I was???

[8thPrince]

Originally posted by keshaspearsxo

10 min

pffffft


Looking for ward to the real challenge: The Sun Challenge

[UFO]

Originally posted by 8thPrince

pffffft


Looking for ward to the real challenge: The Sun Challenge

waiT

[Temporal]

Originally posted by UFO

Ugh I wish you weren't a judge so I can **** and piss all over your face
Those songs are very meaningful to me

What if I'm into being shat and pissed on, like Jackson?