“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?”
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”
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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Tagged Love, Lyrics, Music, Robert Palmer
“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: Performed most famously by Elvis Costello
Written by Nick Lowe
Album: Armed Forces
Year: 1979
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Posted in Coping, Elvis Costello, Hope, Life, Lyrics, Music, Nick Lowe, Peace, Politics, Year 1979
Tagged Elvis Costello, Hope, Peace, understanding
“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?“
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“
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?“
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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Tagged 2004, Bad Religion, California fires, Lyrics, Music
“ 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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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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