Song #57: Piano Man by Billy Joel

Isn't it funny when you've heard a song for years and loved a song for years, and you hear it one day and hear a lyric that you've never really paid attention to and realize how amazingly brilliant it is?  That's what happened to me tonight when I heard "Piano Man" by Billy Joel.  "They're sharing a drink they call loneliness but it's better than drinking alone."  WOW, that is awesome!  He's got to be one of the best storyteller songwriters of all time.

Song #56: America The Beautiful by Ray Charles

So, I've been MIA lately.  The last several months have been full of change and have kept me busy.  But I take a moment today to mention my song of the day today.  On this day of America's birth, I've chosen "America The Beautiful" as sung by the amazing Ray Charles.  His version has always been my favorite version of this song.  The video I found is a slide show to the song of photos that are just plain American.  I'm so proud to live in this amazing country.  I do not take my freedom for granted and I thank all of the soldiers past & present for their sacrifice to this great land.  This land is beautiful!  Happy Birthday America!  You are loved!  May God continue to bless you!

Song #55: "Back Where I Come From" by Mac Macanally

I adore Mac Macanally & I adore his song, "Back Where I Come From." Most people probably know this song as sung by Kenny Chesney, but you can't beat the original!

Song #54: "Here Comes The Sun" by The Beatles

I can't believe it's been a year since the historic Nashville, TN flood.  I chose "Here Comes The Sun" by The Beatles because I saw this youtube video last year & it was one of the best slideshows I saw about the flood.  God bless all those who's homes & lives were affected by the flood.  God bless the people of Nashville for being the amazing helpers to our neighbors.  I'm so proud to call this city home!

Song #53: "One For My Baby & One More For The Road" by Frank Sinatra

"One For My Baby & One More For The Road" by 'ole blue eyes' is just such a great classic standard.  I only learned today that Johnny Mercer co-wrote it.  He's becoming one of my fav songwriters.

Song #52: "Mr. Bojangles" by Robbie Williams

I love the song "Mr Bojangles."  There's tons of versions out there & most of them are amazing.  I do love the version from the musical Fosse with Ben Vereen dancing the Bo Jangles part.  But, tonight I'm choosing the Robbie Williams version.  First off Robbie Williams is such an over looked/underestimated pop star.  He did an album of standards that is simply amazing!  If you can, check it out, you won't be disappointed if you like that style of music.  Anyway, here it is.  Hope you love it too!

I went ahead & put the Ben Vereen version on here too.... I mean, why not! :)

Song #51: "Walking In Memphis" by Marc Cohen

Today I heard a great brand new song about Memphis, which made me think of another great song about Memphis, "Walking In Memphis" by Marc Cohen.  I have ALWAYS loved this song (except the Lonestar cover of it).  Growing up, I traveled to Memphis quite a bit, so I will always have a special place in my heart for this town.  I think that this song & video both are a great tribute to it.  Aaahh...memories.