Music

An extraordinary 35-year run of chart-topping singles across Columbia, Epic, Philadelphia International, Arista, LaFace, Bad Boy, Jive/Arista, and J Records. What a smashing record. Rock in Peace.

1965 No. 1 Hit, With the Oldest Lyrics Ever, Became a Timeless Rock Anthem by The Byrds.

Even with lyrics nearly 3,000 years old, the song resonates now more than ever.

Falling in love is a passive, chemical thrill. Staying in love is an active, daily choice that requires vulnerability, emotional maturity, and continuous work if the years continue to fade.
What’s an unhappy married man to do when his wife is having a love affair with others? This was my dilema, my wife had literally fallen for Ernie and Jules aka the Galo brothers, maybe also with Cracklin’ Rose and she went into stubborn denial, refusing to join AA. And guess who was subsidizing their parties? I kept quiet for decades, but when I heard one of my daughters use abandon to describe our divorce, I had to speak up.

This film remains a resonating work within its cult audience—an impressive feat for a project that initially failed so spectacularly. Its enduring popularity and dedicated fanbase attest to its ability to stand the test of time.

Here is some food for thought. These hit songs were written years ago. Listen closely and think about it.
Who do you think of when you hear these three songs? Cityimages3@gmail.com

"A person who has committed a mistake and doesn't correct it is committing another mistake" ~ Confucius
'Tis the mourning after, following the third No Kings rallies and the beginning of the MLB baseball season. The bases are loaded, and election day draws closer in every way.