Back in 2022, WeCreateNow was going strong with daily prompts. I was struggling to get into a smooth recording workflow in my new apartment, while juggling piano bar coaching and directing duties, so my creative practice was spotty. That summer rolled around and I started to hit a good stride with a streak of song sketches, including this one. Lee gave a great caption for Branden’s dreamy photo: “Cloud nine all the time.” I immediately knew I wanted to use it in the central hook.
Soon life intervened with new surprises and ended my streak, but I never forgot about this song. I liked the lush chorus harmonies and sugary pop aesthetic so much, for awhile I was a little scared to add anything and risk spoiling it. Eventually I got over myself, deciding to keep it simple and short. Like a sweet treat, too much can be overkill. KM
Cloud 9
Butterflies in my chest
Stars in my eyes
Never seen the future so bright
Day or night
Rain or shine
I’m on cloud nine
All the time
Whenever you’re on my mind
Cloud nine
All the time
And suddenly I can fly
You’re by my side
You’re a light spring breeze
In my February sky
Every little moment feels right
Day or night
Rain or shine
I’m on cloud nine
All the time
Whenever you’re on my mind
Cloud nine
All the time
And suddenly I can fly
Take me higher
Burning brighter
Take me higher
Burning brighter
I don’t need heaven
When you’re right here, right now
I don’t need heaven
When you’re by my side now
I’m on cloud nine
All the time
Whenever you’re on my mind
Cloud nine
All the time
And suddenly I can fly
You’re by my side