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16 to 60

from 16 to 60 by Anton du Preez

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In 16 to 60, I wanted to explore the journey of one life through the metaphor of driving. As my husband, Dennis, was approaching his 60th birthday, I reflected on his life, our life together, and a song I wrote for his 50th. That one never reached beyond the walls of our house in Seattle at the time, and was too specific for it to make sense for anyone else. For this one, pretty much everyone can relate to the excitement of getting your license at 16 years old and flooring it to hit 60 on the highway for the first time. With so much opportunity and road ahead, we rush into life with our newfound freedom. With so many choices and paths to take, we’re sometimes pressed ahead on a path not chosen. We sometimes double back. We sometimes take a side road to return to our original path or even explore something new.

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“16 to 60”
Anton du Preez

You’re on the road and cruising quickly
Rushing down the path that you see here
To get to there
We’re taught it’s not the destination
The journey is for contemplation
And yet we’re pressed ahead

[Pre-Chorus]
In life you choose the best you can
Through all of the hopes and dreams you’ve planned

[Chorus]
From 16 to 60
You’ve traveled many roads and side streets
And for 15, beside me
The years have flown by
But sometimes slowing down
As we learn
To stop and rest awhile
And just enjoy the ride

You’ve reached the place you’re meant to be
It might not be the place you thought you’d see
But you’re so filled with love and joy
You’ve made it through so much, somehow
So do the things you couldn’t until now
There’s so much time left to enjoy

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from 16 to 60, released September 15, 2023
Written by Anton du Preez
Mixing by Pascal Pahl
Stereo Mastering by Andy Walter at Abbey Road Studios

Vocals, Piano, Guitars, Bass: Anton du Preez
Guitars: Tyler Rydosz
Drums: Gabriel Giannelli
Orchestra: Budapest Scoring

Album art: Timothy Scahill

© Black Labs Music 2023

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Anton du Preez Port Angeles, Washington

Hi! I’m Anton, and I love making music. Thanks for taking a little time to explore my world.

My greatest joy in life is sharing and experiencing music. I hope to share this journey with you.

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