Performed in Parkersburg, WV at Songpull 5
About the Song
The inspiration for this song came while I was walking down the Las Vegas strip. Underneath all the lights and making my way through the crowds I saw people in need asking for handouts. That is when I thought man, we don't know how lucky we are and that there ain't no feelin' like home!
About the Songwriter
A variety of styles of music are part of my life. I listen to country, bluegrass, rock, pop and even some classical. Everybody from Hank, Kristofferson, Haggard to Buddy Holly, the Eagles, Jim Croce, Roy Orbison, John Lennon, Bob Dylan and Garth Brooks can be felt in my writing.
Songwriter's Occupation
Songwriting/Self employed
Songwriter Resides in…
Newport, Ohio



17 Comments
John R. Says:
Aug 06, 2008Certainly no feeling like home. Love your voice, Derrick!
madalan b. Says:
Aug 07, 2008Another great song...
joseph h. Says:
Aug 07, 2008i really like this song a lot.
Gisela T. Says:
Aug 07, 2008Love this song Derrick
Todd B. Says:
Aug 07, 2008Nice one Derrick
You ever listen to Marty Robbins?
This reminds me of one of his tunes.
Marilyn M. Says:
Aug 08, 2008Good job Derrick. You told me that you were writing a song, but you didnt know when. The song is meaningful. Good Job.
Arden S. Says:
Aug 08, 2008Great song and well done. Good voice.
Carol T. Says:
Aug 09, 2008Another great song, keep up the good work!
Evelin T. Says:
Aug 12, 2008Derrick is my favorite songwriter and singer! Evelin
Jennifer M. Says:
Aug 12, 2008I really enjoy listening to all your songs.
Jennifer M. Says:
Aug 12, 2008I really enjoy listening to all your songs.
Gisela T. Says:
Nov 05, 2008Family from ULM,Germany enjoy your songs .
Evelin T. Says:
Nov 06, 2008Your fan-club in Ulm/Germany favorite you and your lovely Song! Please create more of this!!! Love, Evelin
Dan F. Says:
Apr 23, 2009Derrick
Apparently your music has traveled world-wide now! Germany? This is great.
Just to let you know, I'm personally responsible for this song being featured on the homepage. The second I heard it, I organized the change!
Your voice is a little like Roy Orbison and Elvis Presley combined, and your song is inspired by Las Vegas....wow! Good stuff! Looking forward to more.
Evelin T. Says:
Apr 25, 2009Dear Derrick, what a wonderful new song you created! So full with emotions and goint deep in our heart!!!!! You are still our favorite songwriter and we stand behind you and all your good work!!! Your fan club is greeting you, expecially
Evelin Titze, Ulm/Germany
Evelin T. Says:
Apr 26, 2009Dear Derrick, another great song! We are so proud about you! Your songs touching our hearts and we hope you will make more of them in the next time!!!! Thanks so much for what you are gaving to us!
Jessica, Dany, Marion, Martin, Evelin and Wolfgang sending greetings from Ulm/Germany
Christel K. Says:
Apr 27, 2009Dear Derrick, hey I love your song.its a wunderful song you wrote.and I love your voice.
That is another fan from ULM,Germany