Was I a Good Man?

Song Details & Lyrics

Testimonial

“You did a wonderful job of breathing life into my lyrics. The singer, the arrangement, the musicians are all terrific. I am so happy with the end result. Thank you!
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— Dan Odishoo, (Menlo Park, CA)

Story Behind the Song

Dan’s song offers a reflective, heartfelt look back on life from the perspective of an aging man asking himself if he’s truly lived up to the ideal of being “a good man.” It balances pride in past actions with regret over missed opportunities, and resolves to use the time left to fill the gaps—patching the “life quilt” with love, respect, forgiveness, courage, and generosity. The repeated question, “Was I a good man?” drives the theme of self-assessment and the hope of leaving a worthy legacy.