Tara St Michel 39 Posted July 3, 2016 Anyone who knows me could tell you just how much I love Kingdom Hearts, so I decided to do a vocal cover of Kairi's Theme with my own original lyrics! I renamed this version Destiny's Promise (Kairi's Theme), and it includes not only verses to the tune of Kairi's theme, but additional parts from Dearly Beloved mixed in between (also with my own original lyrics). it also changes things up a little from the repetitive tune of this song, and I'm happy with how that came out. All the sounds you hear in this were created and put together by me. If you enjoy my cover, feel free to check out my channel at youtube.com/tarastmichelmusic I currently have a live short version of Hikari up along with a version of Sanctuary I did for a school project a few years back. There's also anime covers and more on there too. I guarantee this WILL NOT be the last KH cover you hear from me if I can find an excuse to do more. 8 AnHeiressofaSOLDIER, Frankerutt, The Transcendent Key and 5 others reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Silent 824 Posted July 3, 2016 (edited) wow! really really beautiful! i have chills! Edited July 3, 2016 by Silent Hero 1 Tara St Michel reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tara St Michel 39 Posted July 3, 2016 Thanks Silent Hero! I really worked hard on this 1 Silent reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KairiKeybasH 851 Posted July 3, 2016 I Approve this song so much. I see your favorite character is Kairi 1 Tara St Michel reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Javelin434 3,164 Posted July 3, 2016 Hmmm... This feels like a good time as any to flex the metaphorical musical muscles I have gathered while studying musical conducting. >>>Do note that I absolutely love Kairi, so this may/will be a very harsh, biased critique...<<< Tempo is rather spot on for Kairi's Theme, and since it stays true to her original theme, I have no qualms about. The piano that dominates this cover with some flutes kicking in is pretty good for, once again, staying true to her original theme. However, once your lyrics are inserted, it becomes a whole different thing. Now for the mechanics: I know somewhere out there Once I called my home But now when I am here With you, it feels like I belong No matter how far I go I know you're here I can always return The stars will lead me right back home to you Our hearts are now intertwined Connected destinies we'll find Wherever you go I have faith That my heart will always keep you safe You are not alone I'm always in your heart My light will guide you through You'll find the path you seek tonight If you look inside you'll see me in your dreams No matter where you go I'll always be right there with you A new journey's starting (Our hearts are now intertwined) who knows, maybe it's not so hard (Connected destinies we'll find) One, one destiny (Wherever you go I have faith) You'll find your way (That my heart will always keep you safe) There are many worlds out there But they all share a heart that's intertwined so we're under the same wide blue sky surely you'll return When we are far apart You're always on my mind my heart is with you wherever you are So... let us begin. The lyrics are really good and befitting for her and fits rather well for the song. I noticed the 'message' lyrics instantly and it is commendable that you managed to pull it off. But [you knew this was coming], there were some obvious 'errors' in the lyrics with the music. First verse, "With you it feels like I belong" is off one beat. I know you stretched the "I" out to cover for it, but since "I" is both one beat and one word unto itself, it becomes obvious and feels 'off'. Sure other words were stretched a beat or two to fit, but those were of multiple syllabuses. The music itself. The only main issue I have for it was that it was consistent throughout the song. If there was a slow section that was accompanied by a shift to a more softly spoken tone [that would capture her more playful, KH1 personality] it would have been absolutely perfect. All in all, I'd say this was a really good vocal cover of her theme. Hope to see more KH themed vocal covers from you! 2 Tara St Michel and sorakm reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tara St Michel 39 Posted July 3, 2016 Hmmm... This feels like a good time as any to flex the metaphorical musical muscles I have gathered while studying musical conducting. >>>Do note that I absolutely love Kairi, so this may/will be a very harsh, biased critique...<<< Tempo is rather spot on for Kairi's Theme, and since it stays true to her original theme, I have no qualms about. The piano that dominates this cover with some flutes kicking in is pretty good for, once again, staying true to her original theme. However, once your lyrics are inserted, it becomes a whole different thing. Now for the mechanics: So... let us begin. The lyrics are really good and befitting for her and fits rather well for the song. I noticed the 'message' lyrics instantly and it is commendable that you managed to pull it off. But [you knew this was coming], there were some obvious 'errors' in the lyrics with the music. First verse, "With you it feels like I belong" is off one beat. I know you stretched the "I" out to cover for it, but since "I" is both one beat and one word unto itself, it becomes obvious and feels 'off'. Sure other words were stretched a beat or two to fit, but those were of multiple syllabuses. The music itself. The only main issue I have for it was that it was consistent throughout the song. If there was a slow section that was accompanied by a shift to a more softly spoken tone [that would capture her more playful, KH1 personality] it would have been absolutely perfect. All in all, I'd say this was a really good vocal cover of her theme. Hope to see more KH themed vocal covers from you! Thanks for the critique! I will definitely take your feedback into consideration with my future work Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
catmaster0116 2,676 Posted July 3, 2016 This was beautiful! Your voice and Lyrics! I wrote lyrics to Lazy Afternoon/Afternoon Streets what would you say to doing a cover of it? Your voice is amazing Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sorakm 96 Posted July 3, 2016 nicely conducted, with a nice moody arrangement, and nice voice. I agree with most of what Javelin434 said so no need to repeat here keep up the good work, you've got something nice there 1 Tara St Michel reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Keyblade101 526 Posted July 3, 2016 That was absolutely beautiful! I love it! :smile: 1 Tara St Michel reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Transcendent Key 12,109 Posted July 4, 2016 That was an awesome, beautiful song you sang! Everything was so melodious and bittersweet! Gahhh, such beautiful lyrics! Kudos to you for this, I bet it must have been a lot of work putting all that together, huh? 1 Tara St Michel reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
