Many of these songs were supposed to make me rich & famous. Then I got to know communities in Uganda, Kenya and Pakistan and, over 18 months, I have decided that (mostly) they are not out to "rip me off" but are genuine communities trying to get their kids an education. I said "mostly" because I did catch out one fellow scamming. The rest I trust implicitly. My goal is to send 100% of these funds to those communities (excepting transfer fees charged to me by financial organisations). The title song "You can call me Joy" was written about the very first community that I came to know (now calling themselves SkyKids Uganda) and their leader, Joseph Kiwanuka. So many gorgeous photos of these children with huge smiles even though they are living in terrible conditions. You can call me Joy was trying to illustrate that a huge number of people in their country are suffering from the same burden. Their is no real reason to be joyful yet joy shines through everywhere. A Shoulder to cry on: An American country style romantic ballad. Change Change Change: Written in the style of a famous 1960's hit tune/social commentary. One Small Pencil: Written using a quote from Mark Uwineza "I'm one small pencil in the hands of many". Mark leads a community in which 1300 children need schooling. The costs are massively above their ability. I've never been able to help much but would love sales of this album to make something possible for them. Carribean Ukulele Party: a fun song taken from my ukulele collection. Music is my Refuge: based on the quote from Maya Angelou - a funky tune with overtones of Earth Wind and Fire and perhaps Santana. Out Dancing: My attempt at a disco era Bee Gees style. Hit the Waves: A non-existent pop song from 1963. Sort of Beach Boys. Owl Lullaby: A sweet little tale of two friends, long separate, who realise that they are really lovers. Two Saddles on a Fence: I paid to have this song recorded by Nashville Demo Studio (now defunct). Sadly, I don't know the names of the individual performers but I think they did a lovely job. A sweet young romance. A Flower in the Desert: This song is my interpretation of the story sent to me by Doreen Kyalissima. Her father beat her mother and his new wife threw the kids out in the street. Doreen had to survive as a young girl and care for her siblings (one of whom died). After the era of this song, her father has reconciled. Happy Ukulele: A fun song. Riding on the Back of a Cow: a political comment about how a country survives on its farmers. Harbour of Love: A romantic story from my ukulele collection. Footprints in the heart: The oldest song in this collection from a time in which I had more spiritual inclinations. It's also a tribute to a deceased friend. Plink: The title track from my ukulele collection. Another fun song. God Has Taken Mummy: Written in consideration of all of the Ugandan (and worldwide) children who have lost both parents to war and disease or poverty. Leo & Mona: A comic exploration of the relationship between Leonardo Di Vinci & Mona Lisa. (in a country style, LOL) The Laughing Coffee Pot: a ukulele instrumental. Please buy the album. I managed to send $10,000 in 2014 of funds I acquired by "Busking" (Meaning playing street music). In 2015, I'm unable to achieve any such thing and I hope generous people will support my endeavour. Thanks for reading. Best Wishes, Michael Warner. (oh - my other serious endeavour (not for charity) is my country/trucking album "The Lonely Highway" by "Dusty Lane" also available here on CD Baby - or iTunes, Android Store etc.)