Thanks guys. I remember long ago (high school jazz band), our band instructor told us to get ready to start rehearsal before the drummer had arrived. Someone asked, but what will we do for the rhythm? He replied ... "The rhythm is written in ALL the parts" - one of the best lessons I ever got. If your voice is present, and in the pocket ... even quarter notes on a ukelele will be a sufficient backing. The emotion comes from deep inside, and if you can sell THAT, the song works.
I really appreciate the kind words.