Intentional songs are a combination of chant and mantra, a new hybrid that is building a bridge between the two traditions. Utilizing many of the same characteristics, the intentional songs are melodic songs in the native language. They are much like an affirmative statement put to music in a variety of rhythms, feels, and styles. They are more accessible and less formal than the traditional chants. They, too, utilize repetition and a fairly short statement, though they may conform to contemporary song structure with a verse/chorus format.
Here are seven examples of Intentional Songs written by Mark through the years. Samples of each can be found in the player at the bottom of the page.
All songs copyright 1990-
|
Life Is Good Give a little Light It comes back ‘round I feel all right Ah, life is good |
Heartbeat |
|
You are beautiful You are wonderful My heart is open wide To let you in You are so beautiful You are so wonderful And I do love you As you are, my friend |
In the Silence |
|
Life I do what gives me life I do what gives me life Hey, hey In these moments I am given In situations called to me I now choose the path of living I now choose what sets me free |
Be here now, Right in this moment This is where I Am Be here now Willing and open Boundless and free I Am |
|
Let’s take off the mask |
In endless potential I set my intent Straight into this moment My focus is sent Clear in desire I give it away The details are handled As long as I say “I let go, let go, let go” |
Intentional Songs