Rock Paper Scissors

Story Behind The Song

From my CD No Formal Training

Song Description

A poignant story of a man losing his brother, and remembering the past when they were just kids doing what some kids do. A "heavy" song with poignant lyrics and needed more than one listen, but it's made a few cry...which is a GOOD thing, no?

Song Length 3:33 Genre Folk - Alternative, Rock - Alternative
Tempo Medium (111 - 130) Lead Vocal Male Vocal
Mood Peaceful, Endearing Subject Pain, Existence
Similar Artists Pink Floyd, Warren Zevon Language English
Era 2000 and later

Lyrics

Rock Paper Scissors
© Words and Music 2010,2012 by Warren Hein

Rock paper scissors
Does someone want to play?
There's never a winner
As I watch you slip away
I sit and count your breaths
In and out your rising chest
I recall us at our best
When no one was a sinner

As I kiss you on the cheek
We race our bikes on down the street
As I hold your cold white hand
I throw the ball, you swing the bat
As I watch your last breath
I toss down the sparrow's nest
As you catch that gnarled mess
I still see you smile--'cuz nothin's in it...

How did time fly so fast
Most of life is in the past
We're not really meant to last
No matter how they spin it

Rock, paper, scissors
Does someone want to play
My brother you're no sinner
But your soul couldn't stay
It just flew away

Cool tune with very good lyrics and imagery. The vocal delivery is unique and original with just a touch of Roger Waters and I mean that in the best of ways. The music and laid-back haunting piano/guitar arraignment complemented the lyrics very well. Well recorded and played. I loved how the guitar entered and joined the story. Well done man!!

No prizes for guessing who's song this is ! Another unique rendition .

Interesting opening and lyrics. Dark lyrics with nice piano sound and music seems to be in opposition to the lyrics which are dark and sad as the music feels optimistic. I get a very melancholy feel and vibe from the overall composition. All in all a very interesting track to say the least. Having said that I really enjoyed it as it fits will with my dark tastes as you will soon see. All in all a refreshing change.

Stark lyric and excellent storytelling.

Lyrics Warren Hein Music Warren Hein
Producer Warren Hein/Wade Mosher Publisher Warren Hein
Performance Warren Hein vocals, Wade Mosher instruments (WFH)
This track is on 78 Member Playlists
Playlist Creator Playlist Name Date Added
Greg Lambert Dramatic Music 2/6/2017
Greg Lambert Heartfelt Songs 2/6/2017
Greg Lambert The Best 2/6/2017
Cyndi Corkran Heartbreak 7/16/2016
Cyndi Corkran Awsome vocals 7/16/2016
Cyndi Corkran Hauntingly beautiful 7/16/2016
Cyndi Corkran Warren Hein 7/16/2016
Cyndi Corkran Dreamy 7/16/2016
Cyndi Corkran Songs of Heartbreak 7/16/2016
Cyndi Corkran Love Songs 7/16/2016
Cyndi Corkran Bluesy Rock 7/16/2016
Cyndi Corkran Americana Folk 7/16/2016
Cyndi Corkran Beautifully chilling 7/16/2016
Cyndi Corkran Songs of Regret 7/16/2016
Cyndi Corkran Songs of Intrigue 7/16/2016
Abram Band Keyboard Master 12/20/2015
Abram Band Visional Dream 12/20/2015
Abram Band Creative Works Expressive Work Projected 12/20/2015
Abram Band Best Writing And Arrangements 12/20/2015
Abram Band The Light Of The World! 12/20/2015
Abram Band Expressive Music In Motion 12/20/2015
Abram Band True Passion In Vocals 12/20/2015
Abram Band A Cry Of Truth 12/20/2015
Abram Band Exceptional Artists 12/20/2015
Abram Band You Give Your All Always! 12/20/2015
Abram Band Folk Best 12/20/2015
Abram Band Cinematic Sounds 12/20/2015
Abram Band Passionate Love Music & Songs 12/20/2015
Abram Band Core Industry Greats In Film 12/20/2015
Abram Band Courage in Dynamtic Places Expressed 12/20/2015
Abram Band Composers That Take you Up & Out Beautiful! 12/20/2015
Abram Band Instrumentals That Hold Your Soul Captive! 12/20/2015
Abram Band Dynamic Vocals That Send You to Awe! 12/20/2015
Abram Band Crafty Lyrics 12/20/2015
Abram Band Music With A Orginal Style 12/20/2015
Abram Band Dramatic Works 12/20/2015
Abram Band Love Does Cover All Song's & Sound Tracks 10/4/2015
Abram Band Sail to The Top ! 10/4/2015
Abram Band Artist's & Composer's Passionate Soul's Exceptional Works 10/4/2015
Abram Band Best Production's 10/4/2015
Abram Band Passion To Finish The Work We All Do 10/4/2015
Abram Band A Journey Along Heaven's Gate 10/4/2015
Abram Band BroadJam Family 10/4/2015
Abram Band Your Fingerprint's Across The World Music 10/4/2015
Abram Band Pro Masters 10/4/2015
Abram Band Best Artist's 10/4/2015
Abram Band Best of the Very Best Encouragement 10/4/2015
Abram Band Dynamic 21st Century Cinematic 10/4/2015
Abram Band Best Instrumental Arrangements 10/4/2015
Abram Band Best Of Best 10/4/2015
Abram Band Will Move You 10/4/2015
Abram Band The Time Is Now! 10/4/2015
Abram Band Honest Reflections From The Soul 10/4/2015
Abram Band A Journey To Your Ears 10/4/2015
Abram Band The Heart Holds Love 10/4/2015
Abram Band Tell It Like It Is. 10/4/2015
Abram Band Tear's in The Heart 10/4/2015
Abram Band Outstanding Musicianship! 10/4/2015
Abram Band Vocals Are Outstanding! 10/4/2015
Abram Band Alpha & Omega 2/12/2015
Abram Band A Tribute to Eternity Together Again 2/12/2015
Abram Band Best Love Songs & Music Sound Tracks 2/12/2015
Abram Band Passion From The Pain 2/12/2015
Abram Band From The Fields Of Your Heart 2/12/2015
Abram Band Outstanding Music & Song Messages 2/12/2015
Abram Band Do You Realize How Good You Are? 2/12/2015
Abram Band Lyrics Outstanding 2/12/2015
Abram Band Sent Me 2/12/2015
Abram Band Top Ten Sails 2/12/2015
Abram Band Best Sound Tracks 2/12/2015
Abram Band Best Productions Just Amazing 2/12/2015
Abram Band Top Songs & Music Tracks 2/12/2015
Cyndi Corkran Songs of the Spirit 11/17/2014
Cyndi Corkran Songs of Home 11/17/2014
Cyndi Corkran Songs of mystery & beauty 11/17/2014
Cyndi Corkran Sweet poignant songs 11/17/2014
Cyndi Corkran My Top Songs 11/17/2014
Jeff Rauschl SOng Writing to Aspire to 11/17/2014

Other Songs By Warren Hein

Song
Actions
I'm That Other Guy (alt shorter vocal)
Folk - Rock
Plays: 213
Can You Hear Me (longer vocal mix)
Pop - Easy Listening
Plays: 136
Dreaming Alone Vocal
Rock - Alternative
Plays: 16
Your Deafening Sound 1:24 Instr.
Rock - Classic
Plays: 24
Dreaming Alone Instrumental Shorter
Unique - Soundtracks
Plays: 12
Malcontents And Sycophants (latest vocal)
Folk - Rock
Plays: 12
My Chauffer Drives instrumental
Unique - Comedy
Plays: 13
You Met Godot (instr #2)
Unique - Soundtracks
Plays: 11
I Still Can't Draw (No Regrets)
Rock - Progressive Rock
Plays: 156
No Illustrated Man (Pop/Rock)
Pop - Rock
Plays: 253
View All Songs
Clean Clean

Clean Clean

Artist Name
00:00 / 00:00