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In this video, I bring you an acoustic cover of Taylor Swift's 'Back to December,' reimagined with a cinematic roots rock twist. Filmed on a stunning rocky shoreline near my home in Montreal, this performance blends heartfelt vocals with visually captivating storytelling. Opening with a passage from by the evocative poem 'Regret' by Charlotte Brontë, I aimed to create an immersive experience with this tribute video that takes you on a meaningful journey through sound, scenery and emotion.
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SPECIAL THANKS
- Taylor Swift for being such an inspiration to countless aspiring artists and music lovers
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- DJ Mo for his unwavering support, CG contributions, and onion rings
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- Mary Ellen Swayne for her excellent intro narration of 'Regret'
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- Charlotte Brontë for her incredible legacy and body of work
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ABOUT ME
I'm Paul Tebo, an indie singer/songwriter based in Montreal, blending roots rock and Canadiana. Follow along for covers, original songs, and vlogs that explore my musical journey. Inspired by artists like Van Morrison, Bob Dylan, and The Band, I aim to create music that resonates deeply and connects with the soul.
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LYRICS
Intro passage from 'Regret' by Charlotte Brontë:
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Farewell, dark and rolling deep
Farewell, foreign shore
Open, in unclouded sweep
Thou glorious realm before
Yet, though I had safely pass’d
That weary, vexed main
One loved voice, through surge and blast
Could call me back again
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Modified version of Taylor Swift's lyrics, from Tebo's male perspective:
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So glad you made time to see me
How's life, tell me how's your family
I haven't seen them, in a while
You've been good, busier than ever
Small talk, work and the weather
Your guard is up, and I know why
Because the last time that you saw me
Is still burned in the back of your mind
I gave you roses, but left them there to die
So this is me swallowin my pride
Standin in front of you sayin I'm sorry for that night
I go back to December all the time
Turns out freedom aint nothin but missin you
Wishin I'd realized what I had when you were mine
I'd go back to December, turn around and make it alright
I go back to December all the time
These days, haven't been sleepin
Stayin up playin back myself leavin
Your birthday passed & I didn't call
I think about summer the beautiful times
Watched u laughin on the passenger side
And realized I loved you in the fall
Then the cold came, the dark days
Doubt crept into my mind
You gave me all your love all I gave you was goodbye
So this is me swallowin my pride
Standin in front of you sayin I'm sorry for that night
I go back to December all the time
Turns out freedom aint nothin but missin you
Wishin I'd realized what I had when you were mine
I'd go back to December, turn around and change my own mind
I go back to December all the time
I miss your tan skin, your sweet smile, so good to me, so right
And how I held you in my arms that September night
The first time I ever saw you cry
Maybe this is wishful thinkin, probably mindless dreamin
But if we loved again, I swear I'd love you right
I'd go back in time and change it, but I can't
So if the chain is on your door, babe I understand
So this is me swallowin my pride
Standin in front of you sayin I'm sorry for that night
I go back to December
Turns out freedom aint nothin but missin you
Wishin I'd realized what I had when you were mine
I'd go back to December, turn around and make it alright
I'd go back to December, turn around & change my own mind
I go back to December all the time, all the time
I'd go back to December, turn around & change my own mind
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