Song #27 "Seasons Of Love" from Rent

This is one of my favorite songs ever from a musical.  I just get nostalgic listening to it.  I've you've not seen Rent (well rent it on DVD).  It's mostly the original cast from the Broadway play (of course the play is better in my opinion).  It's such a good story & the music in it is just great.

Song #26 "Paris Ooh La La" by Grace Potter & the Nocturnals

If you've not heard of Grace Potter & the Nocturnals, you need to check them out ASAP!  AMAZING!!!  Here's my favorite song off their latest record...it's called "Paris, Ooh La La."

Song #25 "Down On The Corner" by Creedence Clearwater Revival

CCR is one of my favorite groups.  I became a fan when I was in college.  I even did a paper on their "Willy & The Poor Boys" album for one of my classes at MTSU.  This is my favorite song of theirs.  I don't really know why, but it just is.  I think it just puts me in a good mood.  It's definitely in my top 10 fav songs list.

Song #25 "Fruitcakes" by Jimmy Buffett

Poor Jimmy Buffett who fell off stage early this week.   I do love him so!  I love this song, it just makes me giggle.  The first time I remember hearing it was when I was working at Limited Too in '96 as it was playing during the spring break season (so random I know).  Anyway, we're all a bunch a fruitcakes aren't we?!

Song #24 "You Can't Take The Honky Tonk Out Of The Girl" by Brooks & Dunn

Okay, those who know me had to know that this was coming, a song that my hubs wrote.  I chose t"You Can't Take The Honky Tonk Out Of The Girl" by Brooks & Dunn (longest title ever) today mainly cause in the last 2 days it's popped up on my iPod.  So if you don't know me, this song was written by my husband, Bart and Bob DiPiero.  It was Bart's first co-write with Bob, first demo, cut & single.  (Little known fact, the band cut the track of the song the day after they had all gone to see the Rolling Stones)  A pretty amazing feat for someone who changed careers in his late 30's.  I'm so proud of him for following his dream.   And who better to have a first cut with than B&D. They cut the crap out of it!!!  And this song paid off the house, so I thank you Kix & Ronnie!  Woo oo oo oo!!!!

Song #23 "Bye Bye Blackbird" from Fosse

I love musical theater.  I love the choreography of Bob Fosse.  I love "Bye Bye Bird" from the Broadway production of Fosse.  Here it is...enjoy!

Song #22 "Glitter In The Air" by Pink

Okay, I totally forgot to do this yesterday.  I'm not sure if anyone noticed.  Oh well.  So today, I'm picking one of my favorite songs from last year, "Glitter In The Air" by Pink.  It's the song she sang at the Grammys last year.  I really believe that Pink is one of the most talented artists out there.  I think this is the best song off her Funhouse record.  "There you are sitting in the garden clutching my coffee, calling me sugar, you called me sugar"...dang that's good!!!  What do you think?

Song #21 "Rolling In The Deep" by Adele

I'm not the biggest fan of Adele, but I heard this song on XM this week and have since bought it on iTunes & worn it out.  I love it.  It may make me want to buy her entire album.  Check it out...

Song #20 "Bring It On Home To Me" by Sam Cooke

So tonight I went to Amazon.com & bought Sam Cooke's greatest hits (31 songs) for $3.99.  A pretty good deal, right!  I've have a version of "Bring It On Home To Me" by Marc Broussard, but never had Sam Cooke's version.  Well I do now...and I just love this song.  It's just good, plain & simple.

Song #19 "Buddy Holly" by Weezer

"Buddy Holly" by Weezer was the last song I heard before I came home today.  I always forget how much I like that song until it's on the radio.  The video is even more fun!  Happy Friday!!!

Song #18 "Long Time Gone" by the Dixie Chicks

I miss the Dixie Chicks!  I'm sure this will be one of many Chicks songs on the list.  Long Time Gone is the one I picked today.  I just love it & it's so well written!

Song #17 "C'mon Ride The Train" by Quad City DJ's

Okay I know that "C'mon Ride The Train" by Quad City DJ's is an odd choice for song of the day.  I picked it because back when I was in college in Mississippi, I was part of the Hinds Hi-Steppers & we did a dance to this song.  It popped up on my iTunes today and just brought back memories of dancing.  Totally random, I know but it put a smile on my face.

Song #16 Some Days You Gotta Dance by The Ranch

Tonight I chose "Some Days You Gotta Dance" by The Ranch.  Most people probably know this song by the Dixie Chicks since they did it on their Wide Open Spaces record, but I like the version by The Ranch (which was headed by Keith Urban...sadly the Ranch broke up).  This is just a fun one.  I need some fun in this dreary day.  How far away are we from Spring?  Eeh...enjoy!

Song #15 Dixie Flyer by Randy Newman

So, I've only within the last year became a fan of Randy Newman.  I chose Dixie Flyer today because for whatever reason, I was yearning to hear it today.  I used to dislike his music very much when I was in college.  I think I had to hit my 30's to appreciate his humor and sarcasm.  I have to credit one of my songwriters, Chris Tompkins (thanks for the recommendation!) who told me to listen to "New Orleans Wins The War" and how amazing the song is, so I did & a light bulb went off!  Now I'm officially a fan!

Song #14 Twelfth Of Never by Johnny Mathis

Today is my mom's birthday, so I chose her favorite song by her favorite artist in her honor.  She loves this song so much that for as long as I remember she's always told my brother & I that it's the song she wants us to play at her funeral.  I know...it's morbid.  Well, I'm making it her birthday song today (it is a very beautiful song by the way).  Happy Birthday mama!  You're an amazing woman!  Now, here's your Johnny....

Song #13 Rhythm Of Love by Plain White T's

Rhythm Of Love by Plain White T's is my favorite song right now.  I just love the feel of it.  Every time I hear it, I just feel good.  It's one of those mood changer songs.  I don't think you could hear it and end being in a bad mood.  So if you need a song to pick up your day, I highly suggest this one.

Song #12 - Afternoon Delight by Ron Burgandy & the channel 4 news team

So I just got finished watching Anchorman for the millionth time.  And one of my favorite scenes is when they all sing "Afternoon Delight."  Did you know that in the special features has an actual music video of the song?  Well, I found it and had to pick it as my song of the day.  Who says the song of the day can't be funny?  And this is damn funny.  Go ahead, laugh away & happy Friday!

Song #11 - "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" by The Andrews Sisters

And now for something completely different...I know I've been on a Brit rock jag lately, so I thought I'd switch it up and show you all random my taste in music.  I choose "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" by The Andrews Sisters today.  I know it's old school, but I just love their harmonies.  When I hear this song, I think of a more innocent and patriotic time in our country.  In light of the recent events in our country I have to say it's sad that our country has become so divided.

Anyway, I really am a big fan of groups like The Andrews Sisters and the McGuire Sisters.  I've even found a modern day version of these kind of groups called the Puppini Sisters (a group from England), who covered this song.

Song #10 "You Really Got Me" The Kinks

Keeping with the theme of Brit Rock from yesterday, I chose "You Really Got Me" by The Kinks.  I just love the groove of this song.  Ray Davies voice is so rock & roll!

Song #9 "Bus Stop" by The Hollies

I love Brit rock from the '60's & I love "Bus Stop" by The Hollies.  I don't know why someone hasn't covered this song yet.  It's definitely in my top 20 songs of all time.

Song # 8 "Winter Song" by Sara Bareilles & Ingrid Michaelson

Nashville has shut down today because of snow, so I have chosen a song that some may want to associate as a Christmas song, but I just think it's a beautiful song about the winter.  The song is "Winter Song" by Sara Bareilles & Ingrid Michaelson.  Their voices are so beautiful & haunting.  They capture the feel of this time of year to me.

Song #7 "Finally Home" by Mercy Me

On Sundays I'm going to pick Christian songs.  Today I've picked "Finally Home" by Mercy Me.  I think heard this song first in the credits of the movie The Chronicles Of Narnia: Prince Caspian (love C.S. Lewis by the way).  I really just love how beautiful this song is & the message is just wonderful.  Heaven is going to be amazing!

Song #6 "Can't Help Falling In Love" by Elvis

In honor of the king's birthday, I've picked "Can't Help Falling In Love" by Elvis as my song today.  This is hands down my favorite song that Elvis sings.  Check out this version from his '68 Comeback Special.

Bonus song: Metal Elvis

Okay, I just found this online & am dying over it.  I think it would be so much fun to see this band.  No clue who they are.  They just came up in a search.  The band is Metal Elvis & the song is a mashup of Enter Sandman & Suspicious Minds...hence, Enter Suspicious Minds.

Song #5 "Secrets" by One Republic

I've decided to chose something more current for today's song.  "Secrets" by One Republic is probably my favorite song of 2010.  I love the strings in the song.  The feel of classical meets pop is just so cool to me.  I seriously could listen to this song over & over.  Love it!

Song #4 "La Grange" by ZZTop

I'm letting out my inner badass.  It always seems to come out when ZZTop's "La Grange" is on.  I start to purse my lips and bob my head along.  This version is when ZZTop did Crossroads with Brooks & Dunn (you can see my buddy Charlie Crowe playing guitar for B&D).

One of my cooler music biz moments came 2 years ago when I did tequila shots with Billy Gibbons at our company Christmas party.  I know, totally name dropping, but that one is worth it.  ZZTop does happen to be one of the few bands that their songs can come on the radio & both Bart & I will listen every time.  Very rare with our different tastes in music.

Song #3 - "Moon River" as sung by Patty Griffin

One of my heroes is Audrey Hepburn and when I think of her, I think of Breakfast At Tiffany's, which makes me think of her signing Moon River.  As much as I love that scene, I love the song much more.  Johnny Mercer & Henry Mancini (the songwriters) created such a beautiful haunting song.  When I went to Savannah 2 years ago, I drove across the actual Moon River and visited Johnny Mercer's grave at Bonaventure cemetery.  I had no idea that Moon River was a real place until that trip.  I've added a link to the Patty Griffin version on iTunes.  It popped up on my iPod today and I just had to share.  I love her version so much.  Her voice adds to the moody & haunting spirit of the song.  I wish there was a video out there of her version, but you'll have to preview (or buy if you like) on iTunes.
http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/moon-river/id298481156?i=298481340


Also, just because I love her & the movie, here's the amazing Audrey singing Moon River in Breakfast At Tiffany's.  I planned to put this song up here today since early this morning & I happened to come home to a package from Tiffany's.  Odd how things like that happen.

Song #2 "Ain't That A Kick In The Head" by Dean Martin

One thing you'll learn about the songs that I like is that many of them are VERY old school.  I love the standards & I love the era of the Rat Pack.  I chose "Ain't That A Kick In The Head" because I feel it's Dino at his best.  This song just makes me want to hop on a plane to Vegas (probably because it's been the background music to alot of movies set in Vegas).  Also makes me want to drink a martini, so cheers y'all!

Song #1 - "Dance Tonight" by Paul McCartney

My first song pick is "Dance Tonight" by Paul McCartney.  I chose this song for a simple reason.  It makes me happy.  I had the wonderful thrill to be able to see him in concert this past summer and he did play this song in his set.  It was definitely a highlight of my 2010.