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The idea of Classic Vinyl Love Poem came to me during a long trip when I was listening to the radio. I had just switched from Willie's Roadhouse to Classic Vinyl and a very long string of love songs played. I just thought it might make something worth my time. I'm often strangely motivated. But, you know that. There will no doubt be changes, as this is the original copy. RAY

The radio plays their song And two hearts beat as one To the rhythm of a tune they call their own. The gold and platinum vinyl spins Creating the sound where love begins. If only for the moment, they have won. “Something” that George found In the way she moves and smiles Made him ‘believe and how’. Millions search forever and still “Want To Know What Love Is”. It took Chicago 17 tries to find “Inspiration”. Some go to great lengths to proclaim love. Joe showed he could “Stand A Little Rain” For the chance to say, ”You Are So Beautiful”. The Eagles knew that love was strong And, if and when “Love Froze Over”, They knew “Love Will Keep Us Alive”! Eric used his ‘Slow Hand’ to tell Patti She was “Wonderful Tonight”, and Plugged back in to cry his heart to “Layla” While Mick searched for “Satisfaction” Knowing “You Can’t Always Get What You Want”. Classics hold a “Whole Lotta Love” For listeners with open hearts, And those unafraid to take a chance To help a “Foxy Lady” find romance, “With Or Without Love”. But, I must admit “You Really Got Me” With “Every Breath You Take”! You knew that someone “Was Waiting For You”, And if you become “As Cold As Ice”— “I Don’t Care Any More”— ‘I just don’t care any more’. “Angie” and “Maggie” both had lovers Who had to say good bye. But it Wasn’t because their lovers didn’t try. Rhythm and lyrics speak to the spirit Of “Suzie Q” as freely as the rider of the song, With an open invitation to ride along. ‘Lace and Whiskey’ gave Alice “You and Me” And left the rocker moving Muppets hearts. I hear a whisper from the Beatles, “Let it Be”. Duane stayed long enough to “Eat a Peach” But couldn’t stay without “Melissa”. So, Skynyrd helped his spirit float away. “Freebird” made the guitars cry And the crossroads let him go, they say. The Stones turned down the volume When we heard Mick Jagger say, “Wild Horses” ‘couldn’t drag me away’. How sweet does that Keith Richards play? Ann Wilson loved her “Magic Man” And told her mother of his ‘magic hands’. And through it all she cried for Ann. Sometimes it’s love at first sight And couples dance away the night As the Beatles, when “I Saw Her Standing There”. And they never needed any “Help”, now let’s be fair. Some found what they looked for using “Radar Love” While the Guess Who ran from their “American Woman”. Could Lady Liberty understand the hatred? Still, she welcomes all who come. Some lovers open “Lying Eyes” And can’t find love the way they try. But Mercury was electric and stadiums loved his voice With operatic vocals he pranced across the stage In his Superman wife beater and stovepipe whites. He begged for “Somebody to Love”, While Mary waited at home. Still the singer danced the stage. And, like us all, was afraid to be alone. For him, she was, the “Love of My Life’. So, when you’re feeling lonely And think your love is final, Dig through your collection And spin some classic vinyl. (Queen) And “bring it back, bring it back. Bring back the love of my life”. (Stones) “And if you try sometimes You just might find You get what you need”.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2014




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Date: 4/24/2014 11:36:00 PM
hey, here it is again on a winners' list this time. Congrats my friend. Just now seeing the comment you gave me back on April 8 haha. You gotta come to my poetry and tell me these things!!
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Date: 4/24/2014 9:26:00 AM
Very apt perspective. Congratulations on the win, ray
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Date: 4/24/2014 8:49:00 AM
I absolutely love this one! Simply outstanding write. For me my absolute favorite for the contest.
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Date: 4/23/2014 11:41:00 PM
Wonderful win Ray...Linda
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Date: 4/23/2014 10:17:00 PM
I have always been a rock music fan, so I really enjoyed your poem. A very creative write, Ray! Congrats on your win in my contest!
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Date: 4/8/2014 12:52:00 AM
gosh, I think you went through every old artist that I adore from my young days here. VINYL rules!!! don't ya miss it, Ray? you sure put a lot of thought into this poem!!
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Date: 4/8/2014 7:41:00 AM
Thanks, it was fun! I have a collection but most of it was given to me before I even owned a player. It was like taking in a stray dog. My favorites are Best of Cream and ZZ Tops first album. Still, I grew up on Ray Price and Buck Owens.
Date: 4/4/2014 7:19:00 PM
Excellent poem Ray! I'm a musician, and a great fan of many of the greats you mentioned
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Date: 4/4/2014 7:45:00 PM
Thanks Keith, I think you might have been the only one to read it. It was a lot of fun to write. Pull up Queen on YouTube. Watch and listen to Freddie for awhile. My gift to you! RAY

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