Near & Dear Ones

by Arietta Ward

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Near & Dear Ones is a song reminiscent of house party funk with a West Coast Bounce flavor. The syrupy bass, dancing guitars and infectious chorus will be sure to make you move. A song dedicated to all the friends, family and folks in between that genuinely cares, always support and hold you in the highest regard authentically ..will be there through thin and thin!
Your Near & Dear Ones. Enjoy the ride!

lyrics

My social circle is diverse
I got ‘em here, got ‘em far
Though strewed throughout the country
They know they mean the world to me

They may not agree with what I do or what I say
But they respect that
Therefore, they’re gonna love me anyway

No explanation needed when a situation arises
(RIE OR DIE)
Ride or die, just let’em know when it’s time to roll
(OOH through the next line)
Keep yourself surrounded at all times
For the ones that keep it real and true
(ONES THAT KEEP IT REAL AND TRUE)
This one’s for you

CHORUS
NEAR AND DEAR, NEAR AND DEAR ONES
THEYRE THE ONE YOU SURROUND YOURSELF WITH
REPEAT

SURROUND X8
Social placement and status are irrelevant
When you have a lot of stuff to vent
(LOVED ONES, ALWAYS KEEP IT REAL AND TRUE)
Understanding that they won’t hear their names on my track, no
(EXCEPT FOR BUN BUN)
I’m doing this because I love you
CHORUS
2X

CHORUS
2X

SURROUND VAMP
END

credits

released November 22, 2018
Near & Dear Ones (S. Jones, A.Ward)

Arietta Ward- Lead+ Background Vocals
Sedell Jones- Producer
Additional guitar- Peter Knudson & Agyei Marshall

produced at Sound Sciences Laboratories & Beats Galore Music
Mixed my Tony Ozier
Mastered by Dana White, Specialized Mastering

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Arietta Ward Portland, Oregon

Referred to as the "1st Daughter of Funk and R&B" as well as the “Rip City Soul Funk Diva”, Arietta Ward, aka "Mz. Etta" is a definitely a force to be recognized. Based in Portland, Oregon, Arietta is the daughter of NW Music Royalty, the late Janice Marie Scroggins.

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