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The Voice
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The Voice |
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Danny Holloway Member Elite
since 2000-01-15
Posts 2034Tulsa, OK |
The Voice Ring-a-ding ding, that guy could sing In the wee small hours, a favorite tune his lyric perfected, with personal style yeah... Come fly me to the moon Lived a life of fame, never had a care it was his music that made the name The Chairman of the Board, one of a kind he invented the rules and called the game Frank, Dino, Sammy and Peter they played the scene as a loyal pack a broad, a twirl, and some gasoline L A, Vegas, New York, and back A song, a drink and a crowded room eyes focused on one called "The Voice" though many a singer would share the stage Ole Blue Eyes was the popular choice Talking a lyric was his well known style one that was mastered by only a few the big bands played, the women swooned he became number one, and his legend grew The leader of the Pack, the one not to cross wild, woolly, lifestyle turned nocturnal in clubs, bars, and hotel rooms cronies so close they seemed fraternal Now the stage is bare, he's no longer there The Voice is silent, life come to an end a legacy of music that will live forever Francis Albert Sinatra, music's best friend. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Frank Sinatra died on May 14, 1998. I had the pleasure of meeting him on several occasions while living in Palm Springs. I will never forget his kindness, his generosity, or the song he hummed one day while sitting in my office. FAS, thanks for the memories. [This message has been edited by Danny Holloway (edited 04-08-2000).] |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
Nice poem!!!!!!!   |
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Pepper Member Elite
since 1999-08-19
Posts 3079Southern Florida |
A wonderful tribute to one of the greatest !!! I share your sentiments, Danny .... This is now in my favorites file .... "Shoot for the moon.Even if you miss,you'll land among the stars." _Les Brown_ |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
This is great Danny! And what a treat to meet him......he was one of a kind....  |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
I miss that man too...what a voice and what a life he had...thanks for bringing his memory back with this great poem. |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
way cool danny-boy!!! you just answered one of my questions...but made me think of about 10 new ones LOL so nice to have a poem from you this morn... we didnt know we had a celebrity here with us LOL... perfect tribute. I was always partial to Dino(sorry)(smile) take care, jm |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Danny, Good thoughts, good words, good poem. |
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Marina Member Elite
since 2000-02-10
Posts 2245Pickering, Ontario |
This is a wonderful poem. Very well written and I like the flow. Marina |
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Danny Holloway Member Elite
since 2000-01-15
Posts 2034Tulsa, OK |
Thanks to everyone for both reading this poem and for your kind responses. Makes the effort worthwhile when other talented poets send complimentary messages. A life isn't significant except for its impact on other lives. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Danny~ A beautiful tribute to a beautiful man.  ~~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Really a fabulous write about a legend. James |
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Lone Wolf Member Ascendant
since 2000-03-16
Posts 5842Lansing, MI USA |
Danny....this is very touching. Just fabulous!!! You were very fortunate to have met the man behind the legend, my friend. You did a great job in paying tribute here. Friends are friend forever if the Lord's the Lord of them and a friend will not say never cause the welcome will not end. --Michael W. Smith |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Danny, he was definitely the king....one of a kind. Excellent tribute, my friend. Marge, you have just endeared yourself to me forever with that Sinatra collage ** smooch ** |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
This is a lovely tribute to him, Danny! Denise |
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tracie66 Member Elite
since 2000-01-18
Posts 4713Australia |
Danny~ you're so right. Loved your poem, is a wonderful tribute and how fantastic that you got to meet him. Wow.... Tracie~ Keep all the windows of your mind open Anne Rooks |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
" Talking a lyric" Yes, that's him! he did that well That's on thing that made his music so real. He was telling it. Life, love, women, he told it all, and the world listened. Great poem for a great legend Liz |
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poetFemmeFatale Member Elite
since 1999-07-25
Posts 2646Arkansas |
Aaahh...yes, this lady swooned too!  My, he was handsome! Loved the pics Marge! Fabulous tribute sir! Loved it! |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
What a great tribute |
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Shelley Member
since 2000-01-27
Posts 263Ohio, USA |
great! |
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