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Jazz guitarist, George "Jerry" Gilliam at his playful finest! Playtime captures the spontaneous joy that music brings, reminding us to embrace the happiness of each moment. The fire in all of us allows the spirit to be free and playful.

1. Mums: In some East Asian countries, the white chrysanthemum symbolizes Adversity. In other countries, it represents honesty and cheerfulness. Composing Mum's, was fun and enlightening. Life often presents us with so many choices and as we grow older, we learn who we are through Adversity. We’re constantly evolving. 
2. Freedom Call: In writing and playing this song, I let go of the past, embrace the present, and look forward to the future. Thank you, Miles Davis, for always looking forward and showing so many possibilities through music. For him, there were no mistakes, just different directions.
3. Stolen Moments: This Oliver Nelson song reminds me that life shapes us, and moments become pivotal. They give us memories, good and bad, that allow us to learn and grow. Thank you, Oliver Nelson.
4. Betty's Song:  I wrote Betty’s Song for a close mentor's wife who was going through chemotherapy many years ago. Living in Chicago as a young man, Harold and Betty helped guide me through serious life changes. They helped get me back on track, and I will always be grateful.
5. Alesha: After my daughter was born, I wanted to let the world know how grateful I was that she became a part of my life. Moments like this change us for the better.
6. Be Strong: Be Strong is a statement to helps us all deal with life's adversity and overcome the constant challenges along the way.
7. Follow Your Road:  Follow Your Road was a song that always stayed with me in college. It inspired me to change and move forward to complete my goal. Through many difficulties in my life, the gift of song got me through. My wife sang on this, and for me, gave inspiration for this project.
8. Someday My Prince Will Come: This song we both appreciate because we found each other so many years ago and began walking this life together becoming stronger. Me for her and her for me, whom I could not have completed this project without. Much love to you, Elena, always.
9. The Village: The Village is a message about the incorporation of everyone who helps us become better versions of ourselves. No one gains success by themself, but through efforts from all those around them it can happen. I thank them all, primarily my producer, who helped me bring my songs to life. Thank you, Alex Bailey.