Say I Do

by Scott Perry

/

  • Streaming + Download

    Includes unlimited streaming via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
    Purchasable with gift card

      $1 CAD  or more

     

about

When my niece asked me to MC her wedding, I needed something to do other than stand at a podium speaking. I set out to write the classic wedding tune, from proposal through planning and anticipation, building up to the big moment when those words are spoken, then finishing with a party atmosphere, gang vocals and handclaps. Funny thing is, I've been happily unmarried to the love of my life for 11 years (I guess we “didn’t need the proof”!), but married or not, common-law, non-traditional, what have you -- the last line says it all: “I want to grow old with you.” Yes. I do.

lyrics

Baby, I love you – I hope you love me too
And you do; I already know it’s true
Now I’m asking you to
Say I do, I want to tie the knot with you

Maybe it’s time to put a ring on that finger
For you – another token of my truth
That didn’t need the proof
Say I do, and give your hand to me for good

Happiness comes and goes, but
As long as it’s always me and you
Through good and bad times – you know
I will be right there for you

You and me, darlin’ – we’re making it happen
And soon they’re going to call that wedding tune
Now that you promised to
Say I do, I want to walk the aisle with you
< solo >
With everyone a witness
We’re coming to the moment
For you to say the words I want you to
When they’re asking you,
Say I do, I want to spend my life with you

Happiness comes and goes... ... < chorus, as above >

Baby, I love you – and I know you love me too
It’s true, like we both already knew
When I asked you to
Say I do, you knew that I would say so too
Say I do, let’s make it permanently true
Say I do, I want to grow old with you

credits

released August 14, 2017
© 2017 Scott Perry (SOCAN/BMI)

Recorded at Echoplant Studios, Coquitlam BC by Matt Di Pomponio
Mixed by Steven Drake at Hipposonic, Vancouver BC
Mastered by Craig Waddell at Gotham City

Scott Perry: Vocals, Guitars:
Eric Lefebvre: Bass, Vocals
Derek MacDonald: Keys, Vocals
Adrian Buckley: Drums, Vocals
Steven Drake: Steel Guitar

license

all rights reserved

tags

about

Scott Perry image

Scott Perry Vancouver, British Columbia

“Where acoustic meets electric.” A singer-songwriter in the vintage mold of the 70s, Scott Perry launched The EastVangelicals with Songs of Serenity (2017) and Follow UP (2018), all about home, nostalgia, and love.
Suite:Dreams (2020) tells the story of a relationship in ten lovesongs.

His latest, Folks Songs (Aug 2022) treats the loss of parents: processing grief, and celebrating their lives. ... more

contact / help

Contact Scott Perry

Streaming and
Download help

Report this track or account

If you like Scott Perry, you may also like:

Bandcamp Daily  your guide to the world of Bandcamp

On Bandcamp Radio

Featured guests are the golden-voiced Baby Rose and psyche soulsters Brainstory.
listen now