Colby T. Helms “Voice Is Shot” Gems in the Rough 2023
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One of my infamous “Tales of Misfortune” that shares some insight into the life of a song smith.
LYRICS
Six nights of picking on the road and my voice is shot
Your hot teas and remedies, they didn’t help a lot.
Way out west they said we were the best,
they wanna have us back again
When the band played dixieland you know the whole crowd started rolling in
(CHORUS)
And my voice is shot
I’ve only got a quarter tank to get these boys home
I wasn’t asking for a lot, but you left me here to rot all on my own.
I’ve met big names and played their games they wanna push this country boy around
Retro attire, the bands’ on fire, you know tonight we’re gonna burn it down
i’ve messed with crooks who’ve double booked, they wanna throw some shade behind my back.
I’m thinking twice about the price before I go wandering down that twisted track.
(CHORUS)
I was looking down on my hometown, you know those Rocky Mount lights.
Wine was flowing, love was in the air, everyone was feeling bout’ right.
I hate to hear that record player skip, it came crashing to the floor
“Colby leave that Scotch alone, you can’t even make it to the door.”
(CHORUS)
NOVA boy was cussing me because I wouldn’t sign his dotted line
I don’t want your charity especially when I know you got something else in mind
My Richmond City lawyer said don’t stress it out cause that’s the way it goes
You can’t walk tall in this business son without stepping on somebody else’s toes.
(CHORUS)
(TAG)
It’s crazy how good this guy is at playing, quick change of chords and picking like it’s nobody’s business, gotta appreciate that talent in todays time, killer fiddle too,hoping to see y’all boys play soon
Love it
So glad I found your music, you got something special for sure. the songwriting is unbelievable!
Dang this guy is good. Authenticity is definitely a highlight aspect. Hope to hear a lot more from this young man. Fiddle fellow is no slouch either. Together you have pure music.
Now that is a contestant! 🤯 Damn he is so 👍 good. That is country music right there!!!!
You are a good kid I'm proud of you
Sounds good
Colby is a badass. Bangers every year of Gems contest
Billy strings you gota get this young man on stage with you.
I'm not a bluegrass man but I will listen to this pure talent all day over the bullshit the main stream music industry is pushing out.
Billy strings level and beyond. Love you both!
Keep reaching for the stars my friend.!! You got ,what not many have ,and wish they did..Sip on it and crank away..!! Love it.!!
Excellent stuff! Get up here to the northeast and make the bluegrass festival rounds!! We would love to see you.
Dude - if you do not win... I have a feeling you are going to be in a situation like Kyle Brew... You will be owed a visit for the hell of it. Dude! Start touring state to state. I'm watching again.... I'm commenting again. You are awesome!
well done, fiddle player is awesome too.
These guys can play the heck out of their instruments! What a show!! Thank you!
Idk why but this song brings back them old days in the summer, I. Will be jamming to this all spring and summer
I found this fella late. actually today. The mountains are producing some amazing music!
So good 🤙
Love this music and this county we got some damn good talent out here this guys really great
AMAZING. gonna be a legend
Heck Ya !
Looking forward to seeing you at the Flat Iron in Greensboro NC June 14!
Excellent. New subscriber.
Let's get it!!!
Man thats brilliant!!
Man keep killing it !!!! Post as much as you can!! I’ll be here I promise
I have to say all your music is such a breath of fresh air! I found you about a month ago and I absolutely love every single song! I was an instant subscriber. You have the hottest, raspy voice and your guitar Pickin…Just wow! Can’t wait for you to put “clouds”out btw ❤ Thank you, thank you for sharing with us.
Billy strings better watch his back! 😆 man alive! Still killing it I see! 🔥👏🏽
Ooohhhhh, YEAH!! Thanks, Colby and Adam!!
Bro I hope you win this year 100% deserve it the most
Colby & Adam ❤ you know I’m one of many #1 Fans and you will always have my vote✔️ Never Stop Living Your Dream ❤
Absolutely top-notch. Like all of your songs. Just great stuff, Mr. Helms.
Southwest VA Represent my brother! Great stuff!
I've listened to this like 100 times now, it's great! Wish I had a tab for the guitar part. Keep it up!
That's it, I'm moving back to west Virginia. Where I have never been happier.
Very nice
Tear it up son! Mighty fine pickin and singin 🤝🏻
this is awesome!
This song is incredible! Amazing skills, both of you 💪🏻
Don’t ever stop!!
Hell yeah, happy to finally be able to listen to this one in my free time :)
Hot damn brother, this is a great song! Good luck to ya!
You will be playing with Billy Strings in the future... I feel it...
Hell yeah back again! Come to NY I'll be at your show!
Country boy..gonna be a legend
What a banger! Keep it up Colby! You are on fire!
My gooodness! You would be my pick for sure!
Another great tune
Loving it... Ya got my vote 🙏
Amazing and brilliant as always- thank you sir!
another great song colby!
Awesome
Amazing musicianship -- great songwriting too! Really enjoyed listening to this!
Keep it up !!!! 😊
Good music
@Wade Bowers :-D
Crystal clear and on the ready!! You sound so good!! You have my hand in the vote. Good luck!!
What a jam! Love it!
Gosh dang man!!!! EeewwwHoooo
this one. this is it. keep up the good work.
Sounds great Colby! Y’all have got my vote.
This is awesome man🔥🎸
You’ve got my vote for sure.
Great energy! Good luck in the contest!
Great stuff man. Thanks for sharing
Good to see you back for Gems!
Youve got my vote Colby, Ive been following you since you started posting these for the Gems Contest. Hear a bit of 'In Dreams" in that riff
hella underrated man , keep it going !!
Love your storytelling! Sounds mighty sweet too!!
killed it! so good!
Amazing playing from the both of you! Love it!
Hell yeah 🔥
Hell yeah Colby!!!
if this man doesn't win im going to riot
We didn't.....lol
Sounds like a great classic tune! Great songwriting and congratulations on making the top 10 finalists 👍👍
Great as always!
love this
I love the way he plays shit out that ol gibson 😂
insanely good song, respect from the other side of VA 🔥
Killer.
Yo the young lad fucking shredz
great flatpickin
Colby is feeling that fiddle like Billy strings does lol
Another good one will be "my forearm is calloused , the duct tape is gone, the only thing left is pop country and the song"
Fkn fiddler bro
That’s Fiddlin Adam Cecil! He’s the best
Lol this absolutely DESTROYES the so-called "Winner" of the Gems 2023!!! I thought the winner sucked ass, can't carry a tune, or play!!! Yet Gems seems to not give two shits about quality unfortunately Lol
This Machine Kills Pop Country