The story behind
each track

20 short stories to read while you listen – one for each piece in Soul Food Piano Vol. 1 + 2.

Get to know each piece a little better.

Soul Food Piano –
Volume 1

01 – Wonderful Day

I feel the warm sun on my face, and the air smells like spring. For a moment, all my to-do lists and worries fade into the background. In this moment, I remember that I am allowed to enjoy life, just as it is – today is a truly wonderful day.

02 – Longing

I feel a quiet longing in my heart. I long for someone by my side – someone who truly sees me and wants to share life with me: the small everyday moments, and the big highs and lows. And inside that longing, there is a gentle hope that someone is already on the way to me.

03 – Hopeful

Sometimes the world feels heavy, and there are many things I cannot control. I feel it in my heart, but I try not to lose hope. When I notice small signs of beauty and strength, like a little flower growing through hard ground, I remember that something new can still grow in difficult places. Holding on to this quiet hope helps me keep going.

04 – Now or Never

Lately I feel how fast time is passing, and it makes me pause. There is something important I want to do, but it is so easy to wait for the perfect moment. Deep inside, I know there is no perfect moment – there is only now. So I choose to begin today, even with one small step.

05 – Hymn to Love

Sometimes I ask myself: who would I be without love? Love from a partner, from friends, from family – and also the love I slowly learn to give myself. Without love, life can feel less warm and less bright. I value love in all its forms, and I let it fill my heart in a quiet, gentle way.

06 – Reminiscing

When I look at old photos, I am suddenly back in that moment. I remember who I was then, the dreams I had, and the people around me. It feels warm and beautiful, but also a little bittersweet – like a soft ache in my heart. In this quiet remembering, I feel grateful for everything that has shaped me into who I am today.

07 – New Beginning

There are moments when I realise something in my life wants to change. I feel stuck, as if I am standing in a room that has become too small for me. Then I remember that I can open a new door and step into something different, even if it feels uncertain. A new beginning does not have to be big – it can start with one honest decision, one small step towards the life I truly want.

08 – In the Moonlight

When I walk outside in the moonlight, the world feels softer and very quiet. The pale light makes everything look a little like a dream. Inside, my feelings move between romance and a gentle sadness I cannot quite name. In these moments, I feel very close to myself.

09 – Together

When I feel truly close to someone, I feel not only less alone, but also stronger. I can share everything – the highs and the lows, the joy and the quiet struggles. The good moments become even bigger when I share them, and the difficult moments feel a little lighter.

10 – Beautiful Goodbye

Sometimes a goodbye feels heavy in my heart, and yet it can be beautiful at the same time. I may have tears in my eyes, but I know this is not the end. Somewhere, someone is waiting for me – holding a place for me in their life. And this thought turns a painful farewell into a beautiful goodbye.

Soul Food Piano –
Volume 2

01 – Dreaming

Lying in the warm grass, I let my eyes rest. The sun touches my face, and the world becomes soft and quiet around me. My thoughts drift like clouds, and for a moment, I feel light and free – just dreaming, with nothing to do.

02 – Inner Strength

By the water, I sit and feel my breath slow down. Everything around me is still, and I become still too. In this quiet, I remember that I have something strong inside me – calm, steady, and always there when I need it.

03 – Guiding Star

I look up at the quiet sky and see one bright star. It feels like a small sign – steady, calm, and always there. Even when I do not know the next step, I can follow this gentle light. And I remember: I am not lost.

04 – You & Me

Along the shore, I walk and watch the light dance on the water. In my mind, it is just you and me – two hearts, close and simple. I do not need big words or big plans. I only want this quiet feeling of being together.

05 – Peace of Mind

I close my eyes and feel the warm light on my skin. My shoulders drop, and my breathing becomes slow and easy. For a moment, my thoughts do not pull me anywhere – everything inside me is quiet. In this stillness, I find peace of mind.

06 – Melancholic

I sit by the sea and let my thoughts drift far away. The sky is wide, and everything feels quiet and slow. A soft sadness moves through me, like a gentle wave. I do not fight it – I let it be, and I breathe. In this calm space, I can feel what is inside me without judging it. And little by little, the heaviness becomes softer, as if the water is carrying it away.

07 – Harmony

In front of me, the smooth stones rest on each other, perfectly balanced. The water around them is quiet, and the light feels soft and warm. Inside me, everything begins to settle too. My breath becomes steady, and my thoughts become quiet. In this moment, I feel harmony – simple, calm, and just right.

08 – Peace

When I see a dove, I think of peace. Not only peace inside me, but peace for the world – for people everywhere. I think of how everyone wants the same simple things – safety, a home, and sleep without fear. I cannot carry the whole world, but I can hold a small wish in my heart: less hate, less fear, more understanding. And for a moment, that hope feels real.

09 – Sparkling Eyes

A pair of sparkling eyes can light up an entire moment. I feel something warm inside me – the quiet joy of being seen and welcomed. It makes the world feel lighter, even if nothing else has changed. And I remember that happiness can be simple – a smile, a glance, a shared moment.

10 – Evening Mood

The day is ending, and the light becomes soft and warm. I feel the world slow down around me, and I slow down too. My thoughts get quieter, and my breath feels calm and steady. In this evening mood, I let go of the day – and I gently come home to myself.

Thank you for listening. I hope these stories help you get to know the music a little better and feel even closer to it over time. Come back whenever you want to listen more closely.

Created by Sebastian Speck
Germany