Lyrical: “Take” (Part One)

These are songs that contain the word “take” in their lyrics.

“Fearless” is a song by Taylor Swift written by Swift and Liz Rose and originally released in 2008 on Swift’s second studio album Fearless, with production by Swift and Nathan Chapman, and it functions as a thematic mission statement for the album’s idealized vision of youthful bravery, romantic optimism, and emotional openness,

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Lyrical: “Music” (Part One)

These are songs that contain the word “Music” in their lyrics.

“I Can Hear Music” is a pop ballad written by Jeff Barry, Ellie Greenwich, and Phil Spector, first recorded by the Ronettes in 1966 but most famously covered by the Beach Boys on their 1969 album 20/20; the Beach Boys’ version, produced by Carl Wilson, was notable as one of his first major productions for the band and featured him on lead vocal,

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Lyrical: “7” or “Seven” (Part One)

These are songs that contain the word, or number, 7 in their lyrics.

“You Never Give Me Your Money” is a song by The Beatles, written primarily by Paul McCartney (though credited to Lennon–McCartney), and first released on their 1969 album Abbey Road. It serves as the opening track of the album’s climactic medley on side two, transitioning from a melancholic piano ballad into shifting

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Best Last Lines in Songs (Part One)

These songs all have cool, strange, and or notable last lines of the lyrics.

Taxi,” written and performed by Harry Chapin, was released in 1972 as the lead single from his debut album Heads & Tales. The song, a poignant storytelling ballad, recounts a chance encounter between a taxi driver and his former lover, Sue, highlighting how both abandoned their youthful dreams—he aspired to be a pilot, she an actress—and settled into unfulfilled lives.

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Singing Drummers (Part Two)

Both the drummer and singer, a rare combination in rock music.

Singing lead and playing drums simultaneously is one of the great feats in popular music. Here I’ll post about some of the artists that make it work. The drummer is typically relegated to the rear, but here we’ll find some that should be right out front.

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Nostalgic “Sounding” Songs (Part One)

No matter matter what , You’re gonna gonna get the girl , I really want to, Gotta gotta get the girl

Artists have often written, and performed, songs with the sounds of a past era. Here I’ll discuss some of the fun ones that I have enjoyed over the years. I’ll start with six of my favorites, and then in Part Two, I’ll expand this list. Enjoy!

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Queen – Doyle’s Space: Music Hall of Fame

My 2nd inductee of 2024 and my 21st overall.

Queen, one of the most iconic rock bands in history, was formed in London in 1970. The band’s classic lineup consisted of Freddie Mercury (lead vocals, piano), Brian May (guitar, vocals), Roger Taylor (drums, vocals), and John Deacon (bass). Each member brought a unique musical background and prior band experience to Queen, contributing to their distinctive sound and success.

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Super Hero Songs (Part One)

Is he strong? Listen, Bud!, He’s got radioactive blood

In these posts I’ll explore some music that deals with our comic book heroes. I’ll list some of my favorites about superheroes who arrive in the nick of time and save the day. Some of these are about our Marvel and DC idols while others about some less well-known heroes. There are songs about Superman, Spiderman, the Hulk, Iron Man, Magneto, Titanium Man, Flash Gordon, Batman and Robin, the Greatest American Hero, Dragonfly, and many more.

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Lisa Marie Presley Dies

Elvis loved his daughter and gave her many cute and funny nicknames including Sweetcheeks, Yisa, Buttonhead, and Injun.

Lisa Marie Presley was born February 1, 1968, to Elvis and Priscilla Presley in Memphis, Tennessee, nine months to the day after her parent’s wedding. After her parents divorced, she lived with her mother in Los Angeles, with frequent stays with her father at Graceland in Memphis. She would be Elvis’ only child. She seemed destined to lead a life in the public eye, thanks to looks that mirrored those of her father and a notable singing voice to match.

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My Favorite Albums – Sheer Heart Attack – Queen

I am forever searching high and low but why does everybody tell me no?
Neptune of the seas (seas) have answer for me, please (please)
The lily of the valley (valley) doesn’t know

Sheer Heart Attack is the third studio album by Queen released in the United States on November 12, 1974, by Electra Records. The actual song “Sheer Heart Attack” does not appear on the album but was released on their sixth studio album, News of the World. The first two albums were a bit more progressive style while this third album is more conventional rock tracks, a step towards what would become Classic Queen.

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