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Sing-A-Long

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 15:49:12 GMT

Scrap the lyrics :) ... The motor is your musical instrument. High's and low's, hold it long and steady... blip it!!!! Now that's music to my ears!!! Okay Okay, Ewan's got some decent pipes in him too!!!

BRAVO FOR EVE

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 15:55:51 GMT

What a wonderfull message to the world !!!

Song Lyrics

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 16:09:03 GMT

... For Ewan :) *** Well the road is dusty But I don't care The ride is rough But it's a smile I wear It's a long way down All the way to Cape Town Calling me with it's siren sound It's a long way down So far from my home Yet closer than ever Beauty surrounds me Wish this could last forever And it's a long way down All the way to Cape Town My feet won't touch the ground Until I get to Cape Town It's a piece of my heart that I've found On this long way down *** You're almost there! xxxx Love, Andrea :)

Missing lyrics .. ha!

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 16:11:32 GMT

You wouldn�t believe what we�ve found! Managed to keep it mostly rubber side down... We have been all the way round, Come join the party in Cape Town!!! ----------- I cannot write a wong to save myself, but I had a good laugh and the rest of my office co-workers are looking at me funny ... joy! Richard T

Song

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 16:30:05 GMT

Here goes Ewan, but this is really BAD!! Went through sand, blowing through my hands On the long way down to good old Cape Town Sliding in the mud like I do in my bathtub On the long way all the way all the way to Cape Town Saw cool sights sitting on my motorbike On the long way down, on the long way down, all the way to Cape Town Have fun Ewan, Charley and Eve, and be safe

So cool!

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 17:20:54 GMT

I just have to say that I think it is so cool that Eve has joined the adventure for awhile! I love it :) As for song lyrics.....I'm not even going to try. Take care and happy travels all of you.

We've only Just...Begun

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 17:44:29 GMT

OK. Great clip in regards to Eve and Frestina(I love that name. Sounds like a cool drink "Frestina")!! Great interaction between the two. You can tell Eve is a true listener.

Now, this song with unfinished lyrics. I'm at a loss. Ewan you can sing and improvise, however I'm just not feeling it.:-)

Let me think (2 Hrs go by)

Sorry. I have nothing.

Cheers!--Alex Hart

Song

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 19:17:16 GMT

� Long way down, it's a long way down. � All the way through Africa with the BMW sound � If we come across a lion, see me running like a hound � Through the hot Namib desert, all the way down � It's a long way down, all the way to Cape Town ...

What a great lady!

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 20:26:51 GMT

And a good tune also ;-)

Eve is wonderful!

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 21:12:21 GMT

Eve -you are a breath of fresh air -so good to see clips of you with locals -Ewan and Charly are good with that too -but it is great to see you and to learn about this most extraordinary woman teaching about AIDS. Lucky you were there to meet her. Also love seeing clips with the rest of the team -all such characters! Love to you all!!

He can sing whatever he wants....

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 21:31:06 GMT

...And I would listen, he has a very sweet voice, I adore it! And good to see some news on Eve!!

Nice to see you Eve.

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 21:57:08 GMT

It was so nice to hear from you Eve!!! I hope your are enjoying the experience of being in Africa, and it must be thrilling to be doing this with Ewan. As for a another verse for the song, I am giving it a try. Not very good, but----- It's a long way down, the journey has been long. But now that Eve's by my side, and Charley is near by, there's no longer a frown, on the long way down. I totally love your singing, Ewan---A CD would be lovely!!!! Ride safe and be safe---Char

My attempt at a verse...taaa daaa!

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 22:33:23 GMT

'Riding in Africa on the bike, travelling the Long Way Down..without a frown, but the track stretches along as far as my eyes will see...this is the Long Way Down, the Long Way Down and I feel so free, Charley, Eve, the team and ME!' Well, there's my attempt at a verse...I was so impressed with what you came up with Ewan...fantastic! *applauds* LOL! Kate XX Stay Safe all!

good singing

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 22:57:32 GMT

i see a wasted career here ewan forget films a singing career all the way!! deffo a good sing should be theme tume how long did it take for you to come up with it? good luck everyone and the new addition EVE

another verse

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 23:00:31 GMT

Here's my feeble effort..... The further we ride the louder we sound. It's more a long way up than a long way down, And now I smile instead of frown.

Long Roads

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 23:49:27 GMT

Hay, i know that road. ;) Gday team, hot dry and dusty. Sounds just like here 6 months ago. We are cold green and wet now. Safe travels guy's n girls.Stay safe,stay upright. I skipped the song part, trust me, you don't want to here me sing ! ? Read me singing ? You get the picture.

2nd verse

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 00:14:52 GMT

I went to Botswana That's cause I wanna Wheels truning round I hope I don't fall down

okay this is really going to bite...

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 00:13:28 GMT

The road is long, the sun is high I want to see the world before I die With a guardian angel overhead and lady luck on my right I can travel all day and into the night It's a long way to Cape town ooh oo Ewan, Eve and Charley have a good trip and be safe! And I can't wait to hear more ^___^

2nd verse

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 00:14:35 GMT

I went to Botswana That's cause I wanna Wheels turning round I hope I don't fall down

Bravo Eve

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 05:31:53 GMT

If only more people thought like Frestina and Eve :) Since I can't write songs to save my life I'm not about to cristise any of Ewan's but I couldn't help giggling at the lyrics anyway :D

cool helmet-cam!

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 13:43:01 GMT

Can't think up a 2nd verse at the moment but I really liked the whole helmet-cam thing, letting us see the road stretching out to the horizon.... It seems unending, and that it'll take you anywhere, everywhere... Maybe you guys could include that in the video clip for the LWD song. Ride safe :)

The Angel Frestina

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 16:11:57 GMT

Everyone should have a grandma like Frestina. Wasn't she a wonderful women. Everyone you guys have come across seem to warm and welcoming. There doesn't seem to be the same threat of danger that I would have expected or that you experienced on LWR - just goes to show .....

For Eve

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 17:56:38 GMT

Good to hear from you at last.... can't let them men hog the logs! Hope you are enjoying the riding and aren't you sooo glad you let this particular bug bite you at last. Happy travels Eve.. hope to hear from you again.

hmmm

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 18:33:55 GMT

so good to hear that there are anti-retrovirals available. Well done Eve for your journey so far - you are a hero :) Have thought more about the question of who to take on a journey, from a previous post, and if family or Charley are not available, then it would have to be The Hairy Bikers - Dave Myers and Si King. They ride bikes, they are fun AND they can cook! Now, a girl could cope with that :) Much love, support and joy to all .... esp the Love God that is Charley Boorman xxxx allie x

Lyrics

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 22:20:52 GMT

This is the best I could come up with: Marveling at all we found Chasing our shadows across the ground On this long way down, it�s a long way down All the way to Cape Town, Getting rid of my frown Learned so much traveling across this land Can�t do it alone so take my hand And we�ll take the long way down, it�s a long way down All the way to Cape Town, there�s no place for my frown Loved the clip with Frestina. I'm glad she got the chance to share and that she's doing such an important message.

It's a long way down

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 23:31:02 GMT

Long way down, it's a long way down. We're skipping town, gonna ride till my skin is brown. Giving Unicef some renown, and listening to the african sounds. Doesn't Charley look fantastic in an evening gown? He'd be in trouble if Eve wasn't around. It's a long way down, all the way to Cape Town ...

lyrics.

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 00:17:20 GMT

These lyrics are from my sister Sandra. Inspired by Ewan and Eve. " With the sand all around. Coming down to meet you. The long way down. With a smile on my face. There's no better place. I'm Cape Town bound. Coming down to meet you. The long way down. "

CAn't wait to see the show

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 01:21:04 GMT

Your shows are always timed for the beginning of our long Canadian winters. We really look forward to sharing your adventure while the snow swirls around the house and the wood is crackling on the fire. The bikes will be tucked in for the winter..... Good luck with your journey and have fun! Stephanie (Ducati 800ss) and Mike (BMW 1150GS, a purchase inspired by Long Way Round)

Rubber side down!

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 15:12:16 GMT

So nice to see a log entry from Eve, Frestina is such an inspiration, glad to hear that she's passing on good advice to the children. As for the song, well I've never been a writer but this is my attempt! Keeping rubber side down * On my way to Cape Town * Can't wait to get there * With the wind in my hair * And the sun on my face * I can't think of a place * That I'd rather be * Having you here with me.

song

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 17:52:28 GMT

Riding on my bike, driving through the night, wondering where this road will take me. Wheels are going round, it's a long way down, all the way to Cape Town.

song

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 18:08:03 GMT

My song was a little faster (only what the eye hears!) pace! I didn't hear Ewan's sing until after I sent mine D

Lyric, of good note re: possible music conflict ...

Mon, 30 Jul 2007 14:03:17 GMT

Guys, Fwiw, sounded an awful lot like Ewan may have been working with the tune for "He Ain't Heavy". I know he helped create the theme song for LWR so just wanted to caution y'all per the melody. That having been said, go forth mightly with the lyrics. :-) How 'bout 'Roiling through sand our mighty little band ... all the way to Capetown.' Continued success!

Additional Lyrics

Mon, 30 Jul 2007 17:04:54 GMT

Sun glints across my helmet's mask - I'd say the same to all who ask - No other place I'd rather be - Than with the road stretched out in front of me - I take one look in my sideview mirror - and will never forget the trip that got me here - Already took the long way round - Now, I'm taking the long way down - Thousands of miles, places and faces - Finding freedom in these wide open spaces - The long way down - Just me and my motorbike, free to roam - The long way down - Going to miss this feeling When I get home-

Inspirational !!

Mon, 30 Jul 2007 19:31:16 GMT

Frestina is an amazing lady. It is great to see Eve on the road..she is a great communicator. Ewan and Charlie duet on the DVD/TV theme song...Inspirational??

lyrics

Tue, 31 Jul 2007 18:06:37 GMT

The end of the road beckons At the sun drenched cape my motor humming to a dizzy pace dust in my throat, it will not be long before they welcome with open arms An African dream, wine and song now i know where my heart belongs Africa, continent of beauty and hope.

So good to see Eve!

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 12:33:28 GMT

Eve, Good-on-'ya gal! I ride the BMW F650 GS and she's the Swiss Army Knife of motorcycles, (i.e.), a very solid all-rounder. Can't wait to see your take on the adventure as of the series' airing. Happy trails!

Ewan's Song!

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 16:32:45 GMT

love it!! number one in the making!!! more lyrics --- the thick sand got me down, but eve wiped away my frown, we're nearly at cape town, and Charley's still being a clown, there's great views all around, oh the joys of Long Way Down!!! hope you liked the lyrics! x

let this be a lesson

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 21:18:08 GMT

ironic! when you think about it, it really is. their journey is all about freedom, enlightenment and self belief which is why we love to watch. yet it is partly due to the fact we watch and listen that our own journey is never travelled and realised. do something about the feelings you have. cos if your like me you aint lived like these two!!

A woman's touch

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 21:32:37 GMT

It is great to Eve on the journey and give a woman's touch to the tour. We are waiting for you all to try our roads in New Scotland/Nova Scotia sometime in the future. I'll send a motorcyle guide for our province. Can't wait for the series to come on TV.

AARRRGGHHH!!!!!!

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 23:30:16 GMT

Just what am I supposed to do at work now that this trip and your logs are soon to be over??? Long Way Down has taken on a life of its own and has touched so many people - amazing. I don't think I have ever heard of any program that has had so much interaction with its fans, has done so much good for the countrys people, and has been so much fun to watch. WOW - this is so big! Can't wait until I see the finished project! BTW - Russ, Would you mind organizing my next vacation for me? OX

Song

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 12:24:34 GMT

gidday from Oz...hope this gives you a chuckle...well done boys My trusty troosers have seen me well from cheeks to cycle saddle the,ve been through hell and back The long way down Homes a little closer now round each and every bend I,ll be glad and sad to reach the end It,s been a long way down we,ll be glad and sad to reach the end It,s been a long way down

for Ewan

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 16:01:39 GMT

...going around its a long way down, all the way to Cape Town, its a pity my underpants are brown, its a long way to go and become even more renoun

Cont of previous lyrics

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 17:20:09 GMT

A smile plays my face as blacktop turns to gravel - I'm always taking the way less traveled - Heeding everytime to adventures call - Even when there are no roads at all - From London to New York - The long way round - From Scotland to the Cape - The long way down - Only my best mate by my side - Always ready for the next ride - Thousands of miles, places and faces - Finding freedom in these wide open spaces - The long way down - Just me and my motorbike, free to roam - The long way down - Going to miss this feeling when I get home

Sorry

Fri, 03 Aug 2007 10:54:00 GMT

Ewan and Charlie sorry we missed you here in Zimbabwe we would have riden right across the country with you for sure. Hope you will visit Zimbabwe someday its a very beautiful place and the roads are mostly good people very friendly. You would have been amazed had you visited us at the support you have here all the best Riverman

My Lyrics for Long Way Down

Sat, 04 Aug 2007 04:46:55 GMT

Ewan, Charley, and team, Here is my offering for a verse of Long Way Down: Came from far away/ To embrace this land/ The mountains and the play/ Of the sun on the sand/ Rhinos and zebras wild and free/ Smiling children inspiring me/ Carved in my soul what I've found/ One with its beauty for me to share/ Even back home I'll remember it crowned/ With the beauty of Africa rare/ A once-in-a-lifetime journey clear/ Where wonder and love abound/ Part of me is always here/ From John O'Groats to Cape Town/ A Long Way Down/ Take care and God bless!! Much love, Lisa

Song

Sat, 04 Aug 2007 04:59:44 GMT

Well, maybe you guys could write a theme song.... and by the way, the singing was great!