Bearwood

Hello!
Givin’ Love A Shot marks the final release from Bearwood’s first batch of songs.
Once more, this was a great opportunity to stretch the stylistic boundaries of the band, in order to explore what we are capable of – and, at the same time, enjoy creating. Hope you’ve enjoyed the ride so far!
In our humble opinion, this song is the perfect backdrop for late summer cruising. It also works as a reminder to us all: we can make the world a better place by always giving love a shot first!

Check out other Bearwood music videos from our playlist:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLst9_BMxzZju1d9dgf4E7b1n8kkWWi0sU&si=8w0aA6Szdx-2G_Gq

Visit our website for extras, and to contact us and to subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.bearwood.fi

Listen to Givin' Love A Shot on your favorite streaming service: https://artists.landr.com/057829203808

Download Givin' Love A Shot from Bandcamp: https://bearwood.bandcamp.com/track/givin-love-a-shot


music by Marko Karhu
lyrics by Matthieu Brandt
arrangement by Sami Sallinen

vocals: Marko Hietala
electric guitars: Marko Karhu
bass, organ, acoustic guitars, pedal steel guitar & percussion: Sami Sallinen
drums: Sami Kuoppamäki

backing vocals: Jenni Honkaluoma & Antti Paranko

producer: Sami Sallinen
label: Pop Art Finland

Basic tracks recorded at E-Studio, Sipoo, Finland by Petri Majuri & Sami Sallinen. Additional recording by Sami Sallinen, Marko Karhu, Pertti Jalonen and Antti Paranko.

Mixed and mastered by Sami Sallinen. A Pop Art production.

Studio performance video is shot by Sami Sallinen and Mika Lilja. Edited by Matthieu Brandt

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Givin’ Love A Shot – An uplifting story about taking a chance on love

Givin’ Love a Shot is a vibrant and catchy country rock track that has bluesy undertones. The song celebrates the moment when you decide to let love in – even if it wasn’t part of the plan. With playful honesty and heartfelt lyrics, the song tells the story of two people daring to take a leap together, discovering that love sometimes shows up just when you least expect it.

The track is a joyful reminder that life’s most meaningful moments often come when we take risks – especially when it comes to the heart.

Through lines about fantasy, hesitation, and unexpected connection, Givin’ Love a Shot captures the spark of something real emerging from daydreams. It’s a song about facing feelings, finding clarity, and realizing that love doesn’t have to be perfect – it just has to be true.

For listeners who crave songs that are as catchy as they are sincere, Givin’ Love a Shot delivers a feel-good rush with emotional depth. It’s about courage, connection, and the beauty of giving love just one shot.



GIVIN' LOVE A SHOT

Infatuation comes naturally
Time is wastin', I can see
Now it's you and me
Givin' love a shot

Gotta face it, took a while
I could taste it but it's not my style
I'm not head over heels
Givin' love a shot

Daydreamin', I've been chasing my fantasies
I'm seeing that it's all about you and me
Givin' love a shot

Intoxication, imagination
Brought frustration, lost my sanity
Put my feet on the ground
Givin' love a shot

There's a reason I can see
I'm believing in you and me
Life is easy
Givin' love a shot

(I've been) Daydreamin', I've been chasing my fantasies
I'm seeing that it's all about you and me

Give it a shot, give it a shot, give it a shot
Give it a shot, give it a shot, give it a shot
Give it a shot, give it a shot, give it a shot
Give it a shot, give it a shot, give it a shot

(I've been) Daydreamin', I've been chasing my fantasies
I'm seeing that it's all about you and me

Daydreamin', I've been chasing my fantasies
I'm seeing that it's all about you and me
Givin' love a shot



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About Bearwood:

Bearwood began as guitarist Marko Karhu‘s vision for a solo project. In 2020, he set out to write guitar-driven rock that transcends genre boundaries. Soon, Marko’s compositions were complemented by evocative lyrics from Matthieu Brandt. After producer and multi-instrumentalist Sami Sallinen, drummer Sami Kuoppamäki, and vocalist Marko Hietala joined in, the solo project turned into a band project with original material scheduled to be released starting late 2024.

Together, the band has forged a unique soundscape where the creative fingerprints of every member can be felt — an electrifying synergy that elevates their music to something greater than the sum of its parts. Bearwood’s music defies convention — an intriguing fusion of rock laced with bluesy undertones, progressive twists, and even a touch of pop. It’s a soundscape that’s as versatile as it is captivating, pulling listeners into a realm where the familiar meets the unexpected.

(P) & (C) 2025 Marko Karhu