Buddy Holly
Gone in a Heartbeat!33 total reviews
Comment from Jamison Brown
Truly exceptional, Debbie. The research and thought that surely went into this shines through; a fitting tribute to a music pioneer and legend.
With the added complexity of working with the song titles, the rhymes felt natural and unforced. The lyrical flow and feel would surely make Buddy proud.
The presentation added impact to the words and the notes were educational, even for someone who followed Buddy's music and life.
I am a fan of Buddy's music. Thanks for reminding me of his greatness. - Jamison
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2023
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Truly exceptional, Debbie. The research and thought that surely went into this shines through; a fitting tribute to a music pioneer and legend.
With the added complexity of working with the song titles, the rhymes felt natural and unforced. The lyrical flow and feel would surely make Buddy proud.
The presentation added impact to the words and the notes were educational, even for someone who followed Buddy's music and life.
I am a fan of Buddy's music. Thanks for reminding me of his greatness. - Jamison
Comment Written 19-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2023
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Gosh, I'm so honoured by your rating and words here! Thank you so much. I'm absolutely delighted and encouraged you enjoyed it. Take care, Debbie
Comment from Teri7
Debbie, This is a very well written story in a poem you have penned about Buddy Holly. I am listening to the song you posted on here as I write this. You used very good information about him and great picture and music. Best wishes in the contest. love and blessings, Teri
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2023
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Debbie, This is a very well written story in a poem you have penned about Buddy Holly. I am listening to the song you posted on here as I write this. You used very good information about him and great picture and music. Best wishes in the contest. love and blessings, Teri
Comment Written 19-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2023
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Dear Teri, Thank you so much for this excellent review! I'm really grateful - it all means a lot to me. Take care Debbie
Comment from Paul McFarland
Another great tribute, Debbie. Thanks for the tidbits about John Wayne and Don McLean. Don McLean has a house just a few miles from where I live. He has had his problems in the last few years.
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2023
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Another great tribute, Debbie. Thanks for the tidbits about John Wayne and Don McLean. Don McLean has a house just a few miles from where I live. He has had his problems in the last few years.
Comment Written 19-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2023
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Thank you so much, Paul! I greatly appreciate your review and am now fascinated to know more about Don MacLean. You have to be a strong individual to survive the game they're in. All much appreciated, Debbie
Comment from Pearl Edwards
Buddy Holly's story is such a sad story. Songs in his heart but gone far too soon. Well done again Debbie. I've seen the Buddy Holly musical on stage a couple of times over the years, and I never get sick of hearing his songs. Cheers,
valda
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2023
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Buddy Holly's story is such a sad story. Songs in his heart but gone far too soon. Well done again Debbie. I've seen the Buddy Holly musical on stage a couple of times over the years, and I never get sick of hearing his songs. Cheers,
valda
Comment Written 19-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2023
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Thank you so much, Valda, for this lovely review and thoughts! All greatly appreciated. I'm delighted it triggered memories for you - that was the aim:) Take care Debbie
Comment from jmdg1954
Hi Debbie.
You've done it again.
What a fantastic poem to honor one of musics true pioneer and legend. I never knew he was only 23 when his plane crashed. "Imagine" what music may have become if he hadn't passed away.
Now for my bone to pick with you... I'll have American Pie running through my head, humming, singing and whistling all this afternoon. That's not a bad thing! Im not mad!
Again, fantastic post that I thoroughly enjoyed, poem and notes.
John
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2023
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Hi Debbie.
You've done it again.
What a fantastic poem to honor one of musics true pioneer and legend. I never knew he was only 23 when his plane crashed. "Imagine" what music may have become if he hadn't passed away.
Now for my bone to pick with you... I'll have American Pie running through my head, humming, singing and whistling all this afternoon. That's not a bad thing! Im not mad!
Again, fantastic post that I thoroughly enjoyed, poem and notes.
John
Comment Written 18-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2023
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Thank you so much, John! I really appreciate your kind stars and thoughtful comments. I agree with you about American Pie - I was actually going to put the video of it at the end, then you would have really been cursing me:)) Thanks again for your time and lovely words, Debbie
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Never would I curse you! It is a great song. I remember in high school (circa 1972) our social studies broke down the dong for us line by line.
Maybe I?ll spend the afternoon drinking whiskey and rye? haha.
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Don't! You'll get me singing along now:))
Comment from bob cullen
What a fantastic write. Let me firstly highlight the positives in this post. Firstly, the subject of the poem, Buddy Holly, remains one of my all-time favorite pop stars. Added to this is the tragedy of his death in a plane crash along with Richie Valens and the Big Bopper.
You have cleverly included a number of his hit song titles in your poem without losing either rhythm or rhyme. As I said, a very clever and informative post, And most deserving of the six stars. He was my very first favourite singer, later replaced by Mr. Orbison.
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2023
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What a fantastic write. Let me firstly highlight the positives in this post. Firstly, the subject of the poem, Buddy Holly, remains one of my all-time favorite pop stars. Added to this is the tragedy of his death in a plane crash along with Richie Valens and the Big Bopper.
You have cleverly included a number of his hit song titles in your poem without losing either rhythm or rhyme. As I said, a very clever and informative post, And most deserving of the six stars. He was my very first favourite singer, later replaced by Mr. Orbison.
Comment Written 18-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2023
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Wow, thank you so much for this, Bob! I greatly appreciate your very generous stars and lovely thoughts. I'm afraid I'm getting a bit predictable with these bios (The Everlys as well) but I love delving into people's lives, particularly celebrities. In Buddy's case, his life was so tragically shortened and he only took that flight because he was financially broke (not least to do with his unscrupulous manager) and was obliged to do gruelling tours (which just about finished The Beatles off too). Thank you again and I'm delighted you enjoyed and it triggered some happy memories for you. Take care Debbie
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How about one on my favourite performer of all time, Roy Orbison. He had a great voice, wrote most of his own songs and suffered so much tragedy. This is your challenge for the week. Good luck.
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Oh that's funny because someone else asked for that which would be a whole lot easier than Elton John! I will take a look but even my son is not on my side and accused me of being too "gimmicky" yesterday! So you can see why your comments are so welcome this morning:)
Comment from Ulla
Oh, Debbie, you have done it again, writing about a musical icon. Yes, Buddy Holly was something else, wasn't he? How happy we were in those days all the best, Ulla:)))
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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Oh, Debbie, you have done it again, writing about a musical icon. Yes, Buddy Holly was something else, wasn't he? How happy we were in those days all the best, Ulla:)))
Comment Written 17-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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Thank you so much, Ulla! I really appreciate your stars and lovely words. Hope I'm not getting too predictable here:) Are you in Spain right now? If so, I hope things are ok weather-wise for you. Perhaps you could move some of the sunshine here in Wales:) Take care Debbie
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I live in Spain and have for the past twenty years. It's hot, tomorrow at 40
Degrees. I can send you plenty of sunshine. Ulla;)))
Comment from RodG
This is a terrific tribute to this legendary Rock & Roller. I was just getting to know him when he had that fatal crash. You have blended his song titles into your verses very well. Rod
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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This is a terrific tribute to this legendary Rock & Roller. I was just getting to know him when he had that fatal crash. You have blended his song titles into your verses very well. Rod
Comment Written 17-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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Thank you again Rod! I greatly value your thoughts here. A tragic life and unbelievable he fitted so much in! Debbie
Comment from dragonpoet
Hi Debbie,
This is a well done ode to Buddy Holly intertwining his songs with strong rhyme and smooth meter. My first wedding dance was to "True Love Ways". "American Pie" is still one of my favorite song. If Don McLean is his real name, then I might me related to him because my maiden name is McLean. Both my grandfather and father were named Don McLean.
Good luck in the contest.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Have a great day.
Joan
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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Hi Debbie,
This is a well done ode to Buddy Holly intertwining his songs with strong rhyme and smooth meter. My first wedding dance was to "True Love Ways". "American Pie" is still one of my favorite song. If Don McLean is his real name, then I might me related to him because my maiden name is McLean. Both my grandfather and father were named Don McLean.
Good luck in the contest.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Have a great day.
Joan
Comment Written 17-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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Thank you so much Joan for this lovely rating and your thoughtful comments which I greatly appreciate! Buddy's real name was Charles Hoddin Holley. Don McLean, another singer, dedicated American Pie to Holly following his death - So you may well be related to him. You must do some research. Sounds interesting.... Take care Debbie
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Don't mention it, Debbie.
Joan
Comment from kahpot
What an excellent read and very well written poem, I love the way you have included the song titles here, I really enjoyed his music and sadly the film, a wonderful entry for this prompt, best wishes****kahpot
reply by the author on 08-Jul-2023
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What an excellent read and very well written poem, I love the way you have included the song titles here, I really enjoyed his music and sadly the film, a wonderful entry for this prompt, best wishes****kahpot
Comment Written 08-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 08-Jul-2023
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Thank you so much for this! I'm delighted you enjoyed and it triggered some memories for you. Take care Debbie
