As a performing songwriter, I usually sing my own songs throughout a set. As a forgetful old fart, I usually end up forgetting the lyrics to songs I have written. Thank goodness the "folk" process and my songwriter's brain allow me to re-write some of these lyrics on the fly.

When I have heard others sing my songs, either recorded or live, I always notice the changes they have made to my lyrics. I am thrilled when they have chosen to learn and perform a song I wrote. It doesn't bother me in the least to have the words changed. Vive la difference!

Mike