Come on up for the rising tonight

“Come on up for the rising tonight“

Inauguration anthem of President Barack Obama.

Song (click for full lyrics): The Rising

Artist: Bruce Springsteen

Album: The Rising

Year: 2002

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Won’t you help me share my load from the dark end of the street to the bright side of the road

“Won’t you help me share my load, from the dark end of the street to the bright side of the road?“

A classic from Van Morrison as President Barack Obama takes office.

Song (click for full lyrics): Bright Side of the Road

Artist: Van Morrison

Album: Into the Music

Year: 1979

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You know that love’s the only goal, that could bring a peace to any soul

“You know that love’s the only goal, that could bring a peace to any soul”

To my spark Gina on our anniversary. Your love brings peace to my soul.

This video cannot be embedded but it is worth a look to see the stylings of Robert Palmer. Great song.

Song (click for full lyrics): Every Kinda People

Artist: Robert Palmer

Album: Double Fun

Year: 1978

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What’s so funny ’bout peace love & understanding?

“What’s so funny ’bout peace love & understanding?“

On a day that changed our lives, let’s remember September 11, 2001 and find more peace, love and understanding.

Song (click for full lyrics): (What’s so funny ’bout) peace love & understanding?

Artist: Elvis Costello

Album: Armed Forces

Year: 1979

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You arrived in my life like a fragrance

“You arrived in my life like a fragrance“

I watched the DVD, The Who Then And Now (1964 – 2004) last night. Great stuff. Any fan of music should check it out. This song is powerful – reference to Elvis. Live version is below. For classic Who footage check out this video.

Song (click for full lyrics): Real Good Looking Boy

Artist: The Who

Album: The Who Then And Now (1964 – 2004)

Year: 2004

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Is there a time for keeping your distance – a time to turn your eyes away?

“Is there a time for keeping your distance – a time to turn your eyes away?“

For my friend Santa Gordy – he knows who is naughty and nice

Song (click for full lyrics): Miss Sarajevo

Artist: The Passengers (U2 and Brian Eno) featuring Pavarotti

Album: Miss Sarajevo (single)

Year: 1995

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It doesn’t cost a thing to smile, you don’t have to pay to laugh

“It doesn’t cost a thing to smile, you don’t have to pay to laugh“

Thanks Macy. I found your CD in my car and found hope in these lyrics on a lonely drive from Phoenix to LA.

Song (click for full lyrics): There’s Hope

Artist: India Arie

Album: Testimony: Vol. 1, Life & Relationship

Year: 2006

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How could Hell be any worse?

“How could Hell be any worse?“

For all my fellow southern Californians. May God bless us.

Song (click for full lyrics): Los Angeles is Burning

Artist: Bad Religion

Album: The Empire Strikes First

Year: 2004

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Where do bad folks go when they die?

“ Where do bad folks go when they die? “

Covered by Nirvana in MTV Unplugged

Thanks to Crystal for the tip

Song (click for full lyrics): Lake of Fire

Artist: Meat Puppets

Album: Meat Puppets II

Year: 1983

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The More I See the Less I Know

For my dear friend Bob on his 44th birthday.

“The more I see the less I know“

Song (click for full lyrics): Snow (Hey Oh)

Artist: Red Hot Chili Pepppers

Album: Stadium Arcadium

Year: 2006

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