C R A N K   W H O R E

Mar 11, 2010, 12:25 AM

C R A N K   W H O R E

So—you don’t wanna be a c r a n k   w h o r e anymore
Whatcha gonna do to lock that door
I’ve seen this movie before
Never ends well for a c r a n k   w h o r e

How many thousands of dollars up your nose
How many bridges have you burned do you suppose
And what about all those promises you broke
To all your friends
Who aren’t your friends anymore
Never ends well for a c r a n k   w h o r e

You were so on top of the world you know
You had it made and it wasn’t because of the blow
Then your mind took a cruel little turn
You crashed and burned

It wasn’t the drugs that made you so great
It wasn’t the drugs that turned your friends away
It was the way everything about you changed
Nothing left to adore

It never ends well for a c r a n k   w h o r e

How many thousands of dollars up your nose
How many bridges have you burned do you suppose
And what about all those promises you broke
To all your friends
Who aren’t your friends anymore
Never ends well for a c r a n k   w h o r e

God is your only hope
Everybody else has turned you away
It shouldn’t be hard to coax
A   c r a n k   w h o r e to her knees
That’s exactly what you need
Ironically
I’ll pray for you
Just leave me alone

© 2010 JD Stenzel All Rights Reserved

Mar 11, 2010, 03:03 AM

‘’...James I find this to be an
very interesting write.hmmmmm..
‘‘The Subject matter ..[hook]
for this piece..’‘Crank #####’‘,,,It’s missing
a lil something something.,,.........
.I;m trying to get into your mindset
,,it;s too typical James…give it to me
Raw,,you dig…;o

 

luv~~
Shirl;o

Mar 11, 2010, 08:26 PM

True story about a girl I know who called me up after pissing off everyone else in her life. First off—I don’t appreciate the calling me as a last resort thing; I had tried to offer guideance and opinions way back before her lil problem became serious, and she turned her nose up at my advice. She had inherited like 35 grand and has blown it all on drugs and parties, and now that she’s homeless and nobody likes her she’s knocking on my door. Bullshiit! I ain’t a flop-house for crankers. That’s the backstory.

‘Preciate the read.
JD

Mar 11, 2010, 09:33 PM

..Now.. That’s giving it to me Raw…;o.. I knew something was missing…from this equation…
‘‘a sad but true typical story….

Take Care
Shirl;o

Mar 12, 2010, 02:13 PM

Thanks for the comment, Shirl. Most people are turned off to this write because they see it as negative.

I agree it’s negative; my exact point to (my) write is a warning to those who think crank is fun, and don’t think they’re hooked. This is an illustration of a real-world scenareo wherein everything is lost or thrown away, and it becomes like a monster knocking at your door. This person does need intervention, and it may be tackling and holding while we wait for the police to arrive so we can haul her off to committed treatment. That needs to happen…and it’s being discussed…stay tuned.

I have never been a fan of those who are afraid of offending some because of accuracy, or realistically portraying the dark side. I’m not a heartless #######, but I’m no sucker either. A devout cranker who is desperate for another gram will smile to your face and steal everything you have. That’s just reality, and I don’t give a rat’s ### who doesn’t get that; I’ve been on both sides of this story—I know how it ends for most. I did the whole bit, and had to completely reconstruct my life from scratch, and it all began with an honest prayer…one prayed by someone who hated what I had become. Don’t preach to me about how this write is too harsh. It’s real, and reality is a good thing in the long run. Those who want a rosy outcome should write their own version; this one I leave in God’s hands, so actually it’s not as dark as some may think. Those who have no understanding of the power of prayer or the ability of God to turn someone’s life around have never met me.

JD

Mar 12, 2010, 03:06 PM

JD, why would you say this is a negative piece?

Every word in this song is speaking about the reality that someone is going through. This song is not negative, it just highlight a sad reality that millions are dealing with.

Your follow up post suggested that you were once in this person position. Quodos to you for overcoming it, nothing beats Prays.

Mar 12, 2010, 03:09 PM

By the way a very interesting title

Mar 12, 2010, 03:59 PM

@ Nikkita..James isn’t saying this is negative,,’‘other People Who have read his Lyrics
Crank ##### are tripping on James…Whoa..and I don;t understand the mindset of
the people…...

James you’re very welcome dude ..I say stand strong by what you believe in
like you said’‘if other people get offended By this Lyric’‘..that;s their freakin
problem,,it just an indicator to me’‘How closed minded some people can
be…which in my opinion impedes ‘‘the growth process as it
relates to the human psyche..:)...Then the Stepford wives
syndrome’‘start to kick in..’‘People walking around like
Automatons.. afraid to think for themselves…
Whoa’‘That’s What make James [JD] Stenzel tick…;o
:)....He has this’‘uncanny Ability to ‘‘think independently
from others… So do I…:0…Whoa….
James thrives on truth and justice,,
a true rebel’‘A nature born Anthropologist’‘
A distinct love for mankind….
but I have a low tolerance level
for people who continue to’‘
self destruct..’’ period…
So with that said…..
I support James 110 percent
with this beautiful ‘‘take of
how’‘the real world operates..

 

James…Whoa..dude We both know What time it is ..okay…how in the world can
People Equate’‘This Piece Crank #####’‘With negativity..James youre just callin
a spade a spade and it ain’t got a damn thang to do with race..’‘not one iota..’‘
Whoa…’‘No more pity parties ..’‘The Chick in this Piece knew what time
it was..James offered her ‘‘help she refused..she managed to alienate
a good friend..because she was so bent on gettin high.. 35 thousand
dollars worth..Whoa…

 

See you in a few’o
Shirl;o

Mar 12, 2010, 04:04 PM

wow~~~Great write J.D.
God Bless you,
Shari

Mar 12, 2010, 06:18 PM

‘’..... James..pardon me I shouldn’t have answer’‘Nikkita’‘s Question that was ‘‘directed
to you…hmmmmm…I’m afraid I got a lil ‘‘caught up..:)...with my thoughts….

Sincerely..
Shirl;o

Mar 12, 2010, 07:07 PM

lol, girl Shirl you are sure fired up.  Thanks for answering the question. Since I’ve been out of the forum for a while I’m not quite sure whats been going on in here, but as far as the song goes, don’t understand why person will say its negative? It’s reality and those who have been in it knows it.

Mar 12, 2010, 10:34 PM

Shirl, Nikkita and Shari

Thank you for your comments and support.  Shirleygirl—you rock. You spoke well on my behalf; I couldn’t have said it better, so it’s all good chick.

Love
JD

Mar 13, 2010, 10:25 PM

hmmmmmm :)...Ah——- I luv this pic of you James..it;s so peaceful…:)..and very relaxing,,
James You rock like no other,,dude,,,:)...lol..ja ja,,yes it;s def,, all good,,:)...

:)
SEE you in a few;o
Shirl;o

Mar 14, 2010, 10:38 PM

it is about time that JD hit the streets of Nashville , and show us how it is done , Son , write on !! Writngthem songs that have meaning and feeling , pitch ‘em’ son !!

Mar 14, 2010, 10:49 PM

Anybody out there doing this song? I might take a swipe if that is ok…

Won’t be traditional country

Country/metal/Something?  It won’t be nice JD!

Mar 14, 2010, 11:30 PM

Shirl—
Thanks for the props on the pic; I appreciate that comment.

Mike—
God, man…I don’t know if Nashville (or any “ville”) is ready for me lol. I’ll be in Nashville Tuesday evening. I’m still looking for at least two more demos that are pitchable good to pan out before I go down to the Row and start shootin’ my fool mouth off. I appreciate the vote of confidence!

Tom—
Sure bro; let’s see what happens. I’m glad you asked. If you have questions or concerns about the write you can reach me at my g-mail address listed below my signature, or call me at 605 370 1035. Thank you for the offer. I would entertain alternative endings, and lyric revisions, as long as they’re tight, and don’t destroy the groove. When I wrote it I had Nickelback in mind.

JD