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Chained To You
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Dedicated to Shepp.
rock blues americana
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Original Blues, Rock & Country for the Soul
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Genre
Blues • Blues General
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Peak #1
Peak in subgenre #1
Author
Maria Daines/Paul Killington
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NorthStar Music Publishing Ltd
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October 06, 2008
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MP3 5.0 MB • 128 kbps • 5:30
Story behind the song
A memorial song for Shepp, a sweet German Shepherd starved to death on the end of a chain which was tightly embedded into the poor dog's neck. Shepp was rescued by animal protection services in Corpus Christi, USA, September 2008. Sadly Shepp lost his fight for life soon after he was rescued. We decided to write this song to help people understand the need for greater awareness and protection for chained dogs. JUSTICE for SHEPP by Annamarra Shepp was a dog that was left for well over a month, to die with no food or water and chained to the extent that his collar was embedded in his skin. No one cared. The neighbors saw him suffering, yet nobody did anything until it was too late. Someone had placed food by him, but by then he was too weak to even get up. Someone contacted (KZTV) a news station that stands up for people and animals alike. Shepp was taken to animal control were he was cared for by the vets and staff there, I know for a fact, for I was able to see him from behind the glass on Friday afternoon. The tech, vets and staff that were there with him, treating him with such compassion and care. Shepp passed away later that afternoon, which was devastating to the vets and staff. His will to live was there, he wagged his tail and even tried to lift his head. However his body couldn't take it, due to the extreme neglect he endured for a month. He left this life. (KZTV Action 10 News) has set up a site for Shepp, they will remain attentive to this story. In these cases of cruelty it is often difficult to catch and charge those responsible. For one month. Shepp had no food, little or no water. There are many that are in dire need of help and it is appalling how long this went on. Our VOICE can make all the difference .. Please take a moment, as hard as it is, please, view the video. It tears me apart, but to bear witness, we shall speak out for those that cannot. Thank you my dear friends. And please REPOST Shepp's story far and wide. That justice may prevail and to those who stood by and did nothing you must be held accountable as well. For the guilt lies heavy upon you. I am at a loss to express the sorrow and anger I feel . I only wonder why and how can people turn their heads and say it's only an animal... Thank you
Lyrics
'Chained To You' I'm chained to you I'm chained to you I'm hungry cold and wet I'm hungry cold and wet What did I do, what did I do To make you forget? I waited for you I waited for you You didn't come You didn't come What have I done To make you leave me all alone? I'm lonely without love I'm lonely without love I'm lonely without love Oh help me dear Lord Don't you hear me, hear me Hear me up above? I'm chained to you I'm chained to you What did I do, what did I do? I waited here for you, oh......... Oh I'm lonely tired and blue So lonely tired and blue What did I do, what did I do What did I do to you? Oh I'm lonely tired and blue Oh I'm lonely tired and blue What did I do, what did I do? I'm chained, chained, chained to you... © Maria Daines/Paul Killington  27.09.08
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Alan L Cole
May 13, 2017
Beautiful. Really nice, 1st class production. The acoustic guitar sounds great and Maria's vocals are masterful on this heart breaker. Beautifully controlled blues guitar with that sweet and passionate soloing I first head on our "Little Red Guitar" collab. Man you guys are good!
Joe Hill
Feb 22, 2011
WOW! I never cease to be amazed at the talent on SC. Magnificent voice and arrangement!
Rodrica Rudge
Aug 18, 2009
Thank you for all you do for dogs across the world - so good to know that someone cares for creatures who can't care for themselves. This is a stunning and emotional song.
ms 007
Aug 13, 2009
Whats left to say??? You guys are the best! This is all heart & soul, your vocals just too much, too good & the guitar work is outstanding what a biggy. This is everthing that rips the heart out of ones chest, if they've been here, at a loss. Lots of Love to you both Debra @OurSoundclick stations aka ms 007 :)
Vlad (Germany)
Feb 22, 2009
Great job!
Scotty McLennison
Feb 07, 2009
My heart aches, and I'm cryin! I saw this story on the tele a while ago... Makes me sick.
Jim Fay
Dec 07, 2008
Love your vocals on this. Interesting lyrics. I don't know that many could pull it off -- the concept I mean -- but this is an excellent song. Jim
kwedvik
Nov 05, 2008
GREAT song & message and Outstanding Performance!!!
Carol Douglas
Nov 04, 2008
"Chained to you" is simply outstanding... an awesome song, sung and played with all the raw emotions we've come to expect and love from Maria and Paul......two first class musicians.
Wade Havens
Nov 03, 2008
An absolutly awesome song!!! I too have a German Shepherd and I'm very angered that someone would do that to a dog!! Great voice, great music, an all around great song!!
Dave Hanshaw
Oct 27, 2008
Hey Maria! wow! what a strong performance!! your writing and vocals are over the top!! I have always loved your music since I heard my first somg!! great guitar as always !! I wish I could give more than 5 stars like it deserves!! Keep on makin the great music youalways do! Love, Dave
stepman
Oct 27, 2008
WOW ..what a vokal ,it gave me goosebums ;)Just loved it ... Cheers from denmark
Ramon Tomas Berenguer Gonzalez
Oct 24, 2008
Good song, Maria & Paul.
Sergey Rostov
Oct 20, 2008
Strong melodic blues. Perfect performance ! Absolutely lovely song overall. It's a HIT no doubt. It needs just good promotion and a little luck for huge international success !
roxanne lindstrom
Oct 16, 2008
My God girl. You have got some pipes don't you? Beautiful song! I love it! Roxie
Paul Oakley
Oct 15, 2008
Such a sad story. There's so much passion and emotion in this - both the vocals and the music. For me, this really is one of your best songs and to get over such feeling is not an easy thing to do, but you do it superbly! The great production just tops it all off. --Paul
jolee
Oct 14, 2008
You just sold a down load to me! Words can't describe what this song does to me. :) big hugs babe! Jolee
kaufi
Oct 14, 2008
easy finest work, wonderful :-) hugs, fogy
Billy Cross and the High Bridge Band
Oct 13, 2008
Hi Maria, Very powerful and soulful Lyrics. You two make a great connection. Thanks for the inspiration! Robert Lee Hall
Kurt Lewis Neufer
Oct 12, 2008
Hello Maria, Wow, Awesome vocals....You really nailed it....Bravo..!!! Thank you for stopping by and for the kind words and station add. Beale St. Blues (Kurt and The Blues Cats) Yes, this was a fun collab with Daniel Waite and we are working on a new one that will be finished in a week or two called Brand New Blues. Have a Wonderful day, :) Kurt