"Apostle" "WhatUrThinkn"

Act  II :

Scene II

 

An Epic Rock Opera Expressing the Journey and Mission of an Ordained Minister Who Sees Himself as an Apostle of God and Encounters Acquaintances Which Make Him Reflect and Question His Faith.

 

 

"Apostle" -The Opera

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ErdŽebahn Multimedia and Jahn Kefa

 

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Story, Music & Lyrics and Original Production by Jahn Kefa

(open invitation to) Frank Doyle for Musical Arrangements and Production

(open invtation to) Mark Clements for Musical Interpretations

 "WhatUrThinkn"

Near the start of his mission,  Kev acquired a tagalong friend who seems to act as if she was his conscience if he didn't have any.    Her love for him can only be expressed by her in a protective manner, since he refuses to romance her because he is pre-occupied with adoring all people and caring for their souls as he tries to spread the practice of Unconditional Love.

She reinforces the teachings of God and her jealousies keeps him from pursuing other women.    He finds though that she squelches his efforts.   But in his unconditional way he can't tell her to leave so he could be more free to do his work;   he must love her the same as the others.    Also he feels she must be an unwitting messenger from God to help keep him in-line with his morals so he doesn't get distracted by lusts of the flesh and may continue his work.

 

 

Within all this, Kev realizes this woman is depressed; yet she learns to hide it.    Kev sings to her and tries to assure her her worth not just to him but to God.    He tries to ensure her of her potential; and show her that she can stand on her own, and is able to battle hr own demons and win and rise above them.

 

I came upon the idea for this piece by realizing that many of the women I have known throughout my life, seem to struggle with self-esteem issues and depression.  I continuously attempt to reassure these women that they have all they need within themselves to lift themselves up and stand on their own.  They are all beautiful in the eyes of the Love of the Source of life; and being that I can empathize this Unconditional Love, I can see their beauty and Love them all (with a Love not unlike that of the way Jesus would Love) as they are Loved, by the Source of Life;  which you may know as God!

~ Jahn Kefa

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[The Song Begins]

 
 

[A 6 note ambient high tone theme introduces the whole piece]

[Percussion: Quick Salsa danceable offbeat

with cowbells and congas]

 [Rhythmic sampled intro with zapping panning electric bolts.]

 

 

[Attention getter: Wooing horn of victory]

 

 

[Phasing Bass Line introduces the musical flavor]

 

 
 

[Phasing Bass Line continues]

 

VERSE:

See through her disguise, 

She's got sad eyes,

I see her mind, 

She's grown very wise.

 

 
 

[Sustained echoing bell-tone keyboard chords]

[electronic harmonic shout]

 

"Pick it up now!"

 

 

     
 

[Rhythmic Low Celestial Strings with a Submarine High Ping sound in the ambiance]

 

CHORUS:

I don't know what you're thinking,

I just know what I'm saying,

I'm just trying to show you sumpthin'

Don't try to tell that it's worth nothing.

 

 

[Rhythmic Low Celestial Strings with a Submarine High Ping sound in the ambiance continued]

 

I've got to say,

You're worth everything;

In my eyes, the World's, and the Greatest King!

Know that you're loved, and adored by everyone,

Know that you're loved by me!

 

 

[Rhythmic Low Celestial Strings with a Submarine High Ping sound in the ambiance continued]

 

I don't know what you're thinking,

I just know what I'm saying,

I'm just trying to show you sumpthin'

Don't try to tell that it's worth nothing.

 

 

 

interlude:

[Pizz Strings monotone melody interlude with a two chord sustained string backup]

 

 

[Phasing Bass Line re-introduces the musical flavor]

 

VERSE:

See through her disguise, 

She's got sad eyes,

I see her mind, 

She's grown very wise.

 

 

 

See through her disguise, 

She's got sad eyes,

I see her mind, 

She's grown very wise.

Disguise! 

Sad eyes!

Her mind! 

Very wise!

 

Disguise! 

Sad eyes!

Her mind! 

Very wise!

 

 

INSTRUMENTAL BREAK:

[All Rhythm Stops!  Staccato buzzing electric sound, and the 6 note ambient high tone theme repeated from the beginning of the song,  Then a solo fast snare drum intro for the next chorus]

 

 

 

 

[Rhythmic Low Celestial Strings with a Submarine High Ping sound in the ambiance]

 

CHORUS:

I don't know what you're thinking,

I just know what I'm saying,

I'm just trying to show you sumpthin'

Don't try to tell that it's worth nothing.

 

 

[Rhythmic Low Celestial Strings with a Submarine High Ping sound in the ambiance continued]

 

I've got to say,

You're worth everything;

In my eyes, the World's, and the Greatest King!

Know that you're loved, and adored by everyone,

Know that you're loved by me!

 

 

[Rhythmic Low Celestial Strings with a Submarine High Ping sound in the ambiance continued]

 

I don't know what you're thinking,

I just know what I'm saying,

I'm just trying to show you sumpthin'

Don't try to tell that it's worth nothing.

 
 

BRIDGED ENDING TAG:

[Percussion emphasizes Cowbell.  Bass line begins simple then reminisces a 70's Disco Vamp as the Vocals go into a rap]

You say lately, you've been depressed,

I wouldn't have known it if I had guessed;

You're so beautiful with that smile,

Your fun's been hell since all the while?

 

I wish I knew all along,

I would've done more then just making this song;

I would've tried to encourage you in every way,

To appreciate yourself every single day.

 

I'd of pointed out your potential and your worth,

And show how important you are upon this Earth.

 

I never thought that giving up was ever an option,

If I knew you were so alone, I would've considered adoption.

 

I'd care for and nurture you, take you under my wing,

I'd help you feel complete, and together we may sing;

A song to God, or to Love, or the Universe,

And save our lives from the Darkness and any evil curse!!!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INSTRUMENTAL TAG FADE OUT:

[Percussion drop-out except for a quiet cowbell, and a closed Hi-Hat, the base continues for 12 more bars.   Then a reprise fade out of the "Interlude" earlier in the song, with an overlay of the "Attention getter: Wooing horn of victory"]

 

 

 

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