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Jimmy Dean
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Jimmy Dean |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
(This is a little shift for me from my usual style, I was in Hollywood during vacation and I have always admired the wise words of James Dean and to me, he is synonymous to the youth of the world today, he is a trademark of pop culture and psychology and this catchy lyrics came to me... The italized line in this is a quote from James Dean himself that I value so much!) Jimmy Dean By: Noah Eaton 6/22/02 Call me your commerical icon or your sex symbol Call me your young generations reflection through the window But you know I'm just another lonely actor Just playing the victim to every director City of Angels blessed me coincidentally Take the time to consider truth and belief I'm just another misunderstood man behind rose-colored glasses So hop into my Porsche and we'll have everyone dancing... Like Jimmy Dean I'm your wildest American dream Cut your deck and count your cards At the Grand Prix you better be betting on me Cause I'm Jimmy Dean I am the youth of the nations' synecdoche And you wouldn't want it any other way If I'm not mistaking... My feet are not built to fit the shoes of any prom king But I can bring a smile to anyone, even to Steve McQueen "Dream as if you'll live forever. Live as if you'll die today." You're a rebel without a cause, believe me, I'm just this same way I'm Jimmy Dean I'm your wildest American dream Cut your deck and count your cards At the Grand Prix you better be betting on me Cause I'm Jimmy Dean I am the youth of the nations' synecdoche And you wouldn't want it any other way If I'm not mistaking... Rise up, children Rise up and enjoy the show Rise up, children Rise up and let it go... I'm Jimmy Dean I'm your wildest American dream Cut your deck and count your cards At the Grand Prix you better be betting on me Cause I'm Jimmy Dean I am the youth of the nations' synecdoche And you wouldn't want it any other way If I'm not mistaking... You're Jimmy Dean You're the everything Be what you will But please don't be me You're Jimmy Dean I am everything you claim to believe But you're in charge You have to be the star of your own scene... "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." Shakira [This message has been edited by Mistletoe Angel (06-22-2002 03:19 PM).] |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Now there's a man that died much too young...James |
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my3monkeytoes Member
since 2002-05-11
Posts 152In the Carolina Breeze |
I know not much about James Dean, Noah, but your write was very descriptive of what his presence must have been like. I like how you compare it with today's generation. You are such a wonderful talent! I hope you had fun on your "trip" to CA. ~SM |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Noah...well done my sidekick!! Enjoyed the read. ~Hugs~ ~Somewhere in my heart I'm always |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
Wow ,how fantastic this is. I always felt I was a rebel without a cause, myself. I think you did him justice here. (I still want to hear about your vacation, in my old home) Sandra |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Hey Noah You were so close to where I live...wish I had known..I could have given you a hug. Jimmy Dean was part of my growing up years. Enjoyed your poem! |
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paladin
since 2001-08-05
Posts 930Pensacola,Fl. |
Smug little smile,cigarette dangling from his lips.James Dean. paladin |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
ah what a view you present us, like it a lot!! (((hugs))) Charisma |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Oh yeah I love this one Noah! |
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Rex Allen McCoy Member Elite
since 2000-01-30
Posts 2863Sippin a Timmy's in London |
Nicely put together Noah ... I like the ending ... ............. I am everything you claim to believe But you're in charge You have to be the star of your own scene... .............  |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Noah, what a stunning cultural challenge. Keth Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Noah, This is a wonderful write and you are a talent. |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Noah...I think this poem is you at your best....You wrote this so very well... I remember Jimmy Dean, but not really well because I was just in 7th or 8th grade when he died... but I know that his legend lives on.  ~ movie idol hugsLyra |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
Sounds like you enjoyed your LA vacation, Noah! Of course, we don't have to die young like James Dean! Cor |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
enjoyed |
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S Arthur Grey Senior Member
since 2001-03-19
Posts 719woven by a poet's loom |
Read the title and thought this was going to be about sausages of something, or maybe the pop song somebody wrote about him. Why, I wondered? You had my curiosity up. Ok, I got it, JAMES Dean! I don't recall that he was ever know as "Jimmy", though. Jimmy Dean was another person, who sang country music (and probably wrote it too) and sold sausages in TV commercials, long after James Dean was gone. Some of us remember both of them. You had me confused, temporarily. Interesting write. S Arthur |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
May be a change in style...but a good one.. And I do like that quote....very appropriate! |
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Ladycat
since 1999-07-05
Posts 782At the edge and a doorway,TX |
Noah Noah Noah, You hit it on the head that is a wonderful piece hun. Wow, I have to share this with some of my friends that love Jimmy Dean as much as you do. Great piece and always keep up the good work.. Love, Lady Live in my world just once and you'll find yourself enraptured. |
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D.Lester Young Senior Member
since 2001-12-08
Posts 1219Austin, Tx |
Loved the independence of the read. Let us all write in a free spirit. |
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Bridget Shenachie Senior Member
since 2002-01-23
Posts 1056Kansas USA |
I see why that is one of your favorite quotes. Excellent poem, Noah! Shenachie |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
GR8 tribute my friend Fool, said my Muse to me, look in thy heart and write. |
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