Original Songs by Wayward Milne

Songs in Progress

These songs are still being written, shaped and occasionally argued with. Some are little more than a title or an idea; others are nearly finished. This is where you can discover them before they become real songs.

Lies

A song about dishonesty, broken trust and the damage caused when the truth eventually appears.

Nine Wives

A darkly comic story song about my dad, his nine wives and the extraordinary family history behind them.

PBPB

A short promotional melody for a plant-based food brand and website exploring the science, the how, the why and the what of eating plant-based.

Safer Alone

A reflective song about choosing solitude because trusting someone again can feel more dangerous than being alone.

Shack

A song about being five years old, claiming that an older girl from around the corner was my girlfriend, then panicking when asked her name and inventing “Shack” on the spot.

The Breakfast Chef

A short promotional melody created to help introduce and build The Breakfast Chef brand and business.

Untitled Bond Anthem

An original cinematic anthem inspired by the drama, danger and grandeur of a classic James Bond opening sequence.

Wedding Thriller

Born from a drunken promise to learn and perform Thriller properly at Jem and Joe’s wedding — something unlikely to happen — so instead, I am writing them a completely original wedding song.

Court It Is Then

A song about the moment discussion ends, positions harden and someone finally says, “Court it is then.”

Darling (You Mean Every Fink to Me)

A playful love song with deliberately imperfect words and a completely sincere heart.

Drinkin’ No Drugs

A humorous song built around drinking, questionable decisions and the firm insistence that no drugs were involved.

Eurovision Winner

An unapologetically ambitious song being developed with the scale, drama and memorable hook of a Eurovision anthem.

Goodbye

A song written knowing death will come one day, giving me the chance to say goodbye to everyone who matters before I am gone — almost my own funeral song.

I Wrote a Song

A self-aware song about turning thoughts, feelings and ordinary moments into music.

It’s Me, Mum

A deeply personal song for my mum, who has always felt beyond reach and is now living with Alzheimer’s.

Jules

A song about the nickname my stepfather gave me at primary school, when I became his little assistant for DIY jobs, making things and endless cups of tea.