Hive Open Mic #157 - You're So Vain (Carly Simon)

anna-newkey in #hive-105786 • last year

Al Dios Que Adoramos

My take on this week's theme "To the God we worship" by @williansmarquez will be a bit different to most people's posts.
Some people think they themselves are God...

Carly Simon - You're So Vain

When I saw the word "admiration" The Picture of Dorian Gray instantly came to my mind; a novel written by Oscar Wilde and first published in 1890.

Unlike the admiration for God as in our theme is it the story of a young man who admires himself too much and destroys the lives of some of the people around him in the wake of it.

I have been learning a new song that has been on my list for some time, and I find it to almost be a real-life story matching that of Dorian Gray.. In this day and age, sadly, a lot of people admire mostly themselves without regards for others and this song is about such a person.

Carly Simon released this song in 1972 and for many years people speculated if it was about her previous partner and actor Warren Beatty. A few years back, however, she revealed that he was only covered in verse two and two others gave the ideas for the rest of the song.

There you go, there are loads of people on this planet, who could be Dorian! 😉

Wrapping It Up

I have shortened my version a little for this presentation, there is an instrumental bit that I'm skipping on this occasion and I still have to find a suitable ending for my acoustic version, but I hope, you like it anyhow.

As always: Thanks for listening! 😊

You can find the lyrics here

"The Picture of Dorian Gray" (1890) by Oscar Wilde

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nancybmp last year

Asombrosa voz e interpretación @anna-newkey. ¡La disfrute mucho! 😊

Amazing voice and acting @anna-newkey. I enjoyed it a lot! 😊

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anna-newkey last year

Thank you so much!
Glad you like it! 🥰

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elisonr13 last year

Ooh esta es la bonita canción que compartiste en tu noche con amigos. Melodías para escuchar en la autopista! 🛣️

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anna-newkey last year

😄 Muchas gracias mi querido amigo !!

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chichi18 last year

sadly, a lot of people admire mostly themselves without regards for others and this song is about such a person.

The Narcissistic! Did I even spell that right? Oh yes, I have met a lot and they are not worth my time.

I have heard this song somewhere. I can't remember where though but I have a hunch probably in Tiktok. 😂

Amazing performance as always Anke, my friend!

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anna-newkey last year

..I have met a lot and they are not worth my time.

Absolutely! No time to waste on those! Our time is too precious.. 👍

It's an old song from the early 70s; my friends last night all sang along, but I dare say that's a generation thing.. 😂

Am I going to hear anything from you this week? Have a lovely day, my friend! 😀

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chichi18 last year

Am I going to hear anything from you this week? Have a lovely day, my friend!

I can't sing in tune at the moment as my voice waned and still trying its way back so I guess I'll pass. 😅 Have a lovely day too, Anke!

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anna-newkey last year

Oh, hope, you're better soon!!!
You have a lovely day too, Chichi!

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chichi18 last year

😊

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steevc last year

In the age of the selfie this song can take on a different meaning. I've seen a band who update it.

You do the original justice.

!LUV

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anna-newkey last year

Thanks, can't say I've ever heard that version before..
The stuff you know..

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meesterboom last year

Getting them lovely tones out of the Taylor! Another cracker :0)

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anna-newkey last year

Thank you, Sir! You are too kind... 😊
Will I get to hear your own guitar one day? 😉

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meesterboom last year

You might hear it gently weep if I try to record myself playing 😜

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anna-newkey last year

😆

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jesus-son last year

Hello Anke, I admire your musical skills. I must say that you are a great lady. Your productions are great and quite very lovely. This is not an exception at all. I love this and sincerely commend your effort
Kudos Anke the Keys lady, lolz

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anna-newkey last year

Victor, my friend!
Thank you so much for those words! You humble me.. 😊
You are quite amazing yourself, and I am missing your entry, but the week isn't over yet.. 😄

Sorry for the late reply..

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jesus-son last year

You are welcome Anke
You rock!

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anna-newkey last year

😍

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mirel0510 last year

Always amazing with your guitar performances, your charisma goes beyond the screen and I enjoy listening to you.

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anna-newkey last year

Thank you so much!
We have two things in common..
I like to listen to you too! 😉😀

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yisusth last year

A wonderful interpretation charged with positive energy and good vibes: Nice to hear your interpretation, the sound of the Guitar is great. I congratulate you for sharing this beautiful musical presentation.

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anna-newkey last year

Thank you very much, my friend!
It makes me really happy, that you like this one! 🙏😃

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musicandreview last year

I like how you gave your own approach to the theme, you did it in a very unique way! I think I have seen this movie, but it would be good to take a look again, I think it is about a very narcissistic person maybe?. there is no healthy love of self on his part.

You were amazing, I love the sound of your guitar and the version you brought, thanks always for being an inspiration to everyone!

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anna-newkey last year

Thank you, my friends!
Yes, I must admit that on some themes I have to be a bit different..
You are right about the subject of the movie, which I haven't watched myself, I just liked the picture. I have, however, read the book which was written over a century ago; looks like we haven't changed much... pictures are just replaced by mobile phones.. 😉

Thanks for giving this one a listen, and so sorry for the late reply.. I was out last night, so only catching up now.
Have a lovely evening!

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musicandreview last year

Don't worry, remember that you are free to choose how to express the theme, you are right, we have not changed much, now there are no portraits but I have seen people who even have their own photo as a mobile phone protector and so on hahahaha, weird really!😅

Thanks for not missing and we hope to keep seeing you week after week! you are amazing

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anna-newkey last year

mobile phone protector and so on hahahaha

😂🤣😂 👍

you are amazing

Ditto!!

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naradamoon last year

Yes, I love your voice! This song has a style that I love! The melody is so cool, beautiful and tender at the same time, I think that's what makes a song really inspiring.

Some people think that they themselves are God....

It's important to quote this you say, because it's a sad reality of the human being. We all have ego, that's undeniable, but the real difference between spiritual people and non-spiritual people is that one of them doesn't work his ego or control it. People who think they are God are everywhere, and disturb the smooth running of things, they seek to offend and sabotage others, fortunately, karma exists, and what we do to others with our ego we are not doing to ourselves for the future.

It was a pleasure to hear from you dear friend! I hope you are well. A hug. 🏵️🍂🎵🎶🤗💥🔥🎼👊😎🙏⚖️🎇🌟💯✨🎊🎆💫

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anna-newkey last year

Hello there, my friend!
I am very well, thank you! I hope, you too, but I can see that in those lovely pictures you share! 😃
I'm glad this rings true with you.. there is a lot in your own publications about being kind to others and not self-centred, so it would do, I'm sure!
I wouldn't call myself spiritual, which is why I often choose different angles to some of the themes, but I'd like to think that I am kind without that.. 😉
Have a lovely day, my friend!

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luisfe last year

Estimada amiga @anna-newkey, nos presentas una canción interesante, con una orientación poco usual, una melodía muy agradable. La cantas muy bien, con tu voz dulce y además tocas muy bien la guitarra. Y, es cierto, en el mundo hay muchas personas que se centran mucho en sí mismos, ellos son sus propios dioses... porque se adoran a sí mismos. Triste realidad pero que no se puede negar que existe. Gracias por compartir nuevamente tu maravilloso talento con nosotros. Mil bendiciones y éxito en el evento

Dear friend @anna-newkey, you presents us an interesting song, with an unusual orientation, a very pleasant melody. You sing it very well, with your sweet voice and you also play the guitar very well. And, it's true, in the world there are many people who are very self-centered, they are their own gods... because they worship themselves. Sad reality but it cannot be denied that it exists. Thank you for sharing your wonderful talent with us again. A thousand blessings and success in the event

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anna-newkey last year

Hey there, my friend!
Thank you so so much for your lovely words and that my points ring true.
We have the power to not let those people take charge..
Have a lovely day.

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gemafreya1234 last year

Wonderful interpretation, I really congratulate you because you have so much talent 🌹🌹🌹🌹 was excellent your analysis of the theme, and if there is a person who could be a Dorian.

And that is one of my favorite movies The picture of Dorian Gray.

Blessings!

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anna-newkey last year

Wow, thank you so much!
That's wonderful that you have seen the film! I haven't, don't think that version at least, I just liked the photo very much.
I have read the book though, which is over a century old now, so not much has changed.. 😕
Thank you for stopping by, that's wonderful! 😃

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