Day of Your Birth: What was Your song?
October 5th 2007 04:53
In a former post Personal Radio Station Mrs. M was discussing that she made labor cd's for her children....
I thought this idea was nifty. My son was born without music (instead he was born listening to his mother curse the nun/midwife who was assisting in the birth). (Not my most shining moment thank you very much).
My son was born in 1985, the year that the Second British Invasion reached its pinnacle -- and then began a precipitous decline, as New Wave/New Romantic music suddenly lost much of its glitter. The revolution in music caused by video now created a backlash; it became apparent to many consumers that in some cases bands that looked great on film didn't sound very good on the turntable. This was the year of the charity hit as rock 'n' roll reacquired a conscience. A galaxy of stars joining together as USA For Africa to sing "We Are The World," the dual Live Aid concerts in London and Philadelphia were watched by 1.6 billion people in 170 countries and raised $80 million for famine relief. Dionne Warwick gathered musical friends to help her record "That's What Friends Are For," proceeds from which were used to raise awareness about AIDS. Artists United Against Apartheid recorded Sun City to protest South Africa's racist policies; the 36 artists involved included Hall and Oates, Bruce Springsteen and Peter Gabriel. And Farm Aid, featuring Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, Billy Joel, Willie Nelson and John Cougar Mellencamp, raised $10 million to help distressed American farmers.
Billboard Charts Link notes The Top Ten Songs of that year were
1 Wham!/George Michael: Careless Whisper
2 Madonna: Like a Virgin
3 Wham! : Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go
4 Foreigner: I Want To Know What Love Is
5 Chaka Khan: I Feel For You
If I had my way, my son would have been born to a CD of these hits of 1985
"Like A Virgin," Madonna
"The Wild Boys," Duran Duran
"Sea Of Love," Honeydrippers
"In My House," Mary Jane Girls
"Walking On Sunshine," Katrina & The Waves
"Raspberry Beret," Prince & The Revolution
"Glory Days," Bruce Springsteen
"Take On Me," A-Ha
"Party All The Time," Eddie Murphy
"Alive & Kicking," Simple Minds
What about you guys? Check out the billboard chart and see what songs would be on your Labor CD...
Oh BTW Here is mine:
Patsy Cline: I Fall To Pieces
Regents: Barbara Ann
Roy Orbison: Cryin'
Ray Charles: Hit the Road Jack
Ricky Nelson: Travelin' Man
Ben E. King: Stand by Me
Floyd Cramer: San Antonio Road
Chris Kenner: I Like it Like That
Shirelle: Mama Said
Artwork by Amanda Hone
Thanks again Mrs. M for the idea!
Alex (my second) was born to Joe Walsh's "Life's Been Good". Christian (my third) was born to Foreigner's "Hot Blooded". Unfortunately Jordan (my first) wasn't born to any music.
I thought this idea was nifty. My son was born without music (instead he was born listening to his mother curse the nun/midwife who was assisting in the birth). (Not my most shining moment thank you very much).
My son was born in 1985, the year that the Second British Invasion reached its pinnacle -- and then began a precipitous decline, as New Wave/New Romantic music suddenly lost much of its glitter. The revolution in music caused by video now created a backlash; it became apparent to many consumers that in some cases bands that looked great on film didn't sound very good on the turntable. This was the year of the charity hit as rock 'n' roll reacquired a conscience. A galaxy of stars joining together as USA For Africa to sing "We Are The World," the dual Live Aid concerts in London and Philadelphia were watched by 1.6 billion people in 170 countries and raised $80 million for famine relief. Dionne Warwick gathered musical friends to help her record "That's What Friends Are For," proceeds from which were used to raise awareness about AIDS. Artists United Against Apartheid recorded Sun City to protest South Africa's racist policies; the 36 artists involved included Hall and Oates, Bruce Springsteen and Peter Gabriel. And Farm Aid, featuring Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, Billy Joel, Willie Nelson and John Cougar Mellencamp, raised $10 million to help distressed American farmers.
Billboard Charts Link notes The Top Ten Songs of that year were
1 Wham!/George Michael: Careless Whisper
2 Madonna: Like a Virgin
3 Wham! : Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go
4 Foreigner: I Want To Know What Love Is
5 Chaka Khan: I Feel For You
If I had my way, my son would have been born to a CD of these hits of 1985
"Like A Virgin," Madonna
"The Wild Boys," Duran Duran
"Sea Of Love," Honeydrippers
"In My House," Mary Jane Girls
"Walking On Sunshine," Katrina & The Waves
"Raspberry Beret," Prince & The Revolution
"Glory Days," Bruce Springsteen
"Take On Me," A-Ha
"Party All The Time," Eddie Murphy
"Alive & Kicking," Simple Minds
What about you guys? Check out the billboard chart and see what songs would be on your Labor CD...
Oh BTW Here is mine:
Patsy Cline: I Fall To Pieces
Regents: Barbara Ann
Roy Orbison: Cryin'
Ray Charles: Hit the Road Jack
Ricky Nelson: Travelin' Man
Ben E. King: Stand by Me
Floyd Cramer: San Antonio Road
Chris Kenner: I Like it Like That
Shirelle: Mama Said
Artwork by Amanda Hone
Thanks again Mrs. M for the idea!
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Comment by katyzzz
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Love the opening graphic both colours and design.
Watcha doin' tryin' ta take over me buznes, I'll hunt ya outa town.
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Comment by Louie
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Great post
hapy friday
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Comment by Mr Nice Guy
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1. Sugar Shack - Jimmy Gilmer & The Fireballs
2. Surf City - Jan & Dean
3. He's So Fine - The Chiffons
4. It's My Party - Lesley Gore
5. If You Wanna Be Happy - Jimmy Soul
6. Louie Louie - The Kingsmen
7. Easier Said Than Done - The Essex
8. Deep Purple - Nino Tempo & April Stevens
9. My Boyfriend's Back - The Angels
10. Surfin' U. S. A. - The Beach Boys
Guess being a first day of summer babe - it was always going to be a fair bet that my Labour Day CD would be stacked with surf culture - huh!
Another cracker of a post.
MNG
Comment by Miswanderlust
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HAHAHA
I don't think Madonna was ever a virgin. I am glad that you like the artwork. No worries that I would ever infringe on your territory :0)
Mis
Comment by Miswanderlust
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Great idea to make a CD for your nephew. I think that I will do the same. Thanks so much for you kind words and visit! Always a pleasure.
Mis
Comment by Miswanderlust
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Isn't it funny how we are drawn to certain music genres? You being a "surfer dude" makes me giggle. I also love "summer music" and spent many summers at the beach. (I hear the surf guitar as I type)
I am researching a surf music post so be on the lookout. Love it when you stop by!
Mis
Comment by Mrs M
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This day in music
Here's another link. Find out what was no.1 on the day you were born.
I love this crazy stuff.
Love & stuff
Mrs M
Comment by Miswanderlust
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Thanks for the link....I love this crazy stuff too!
Mis
Comment by Ash
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wooohooo My Sherona is on my list, love that song!
I also checked out that link of Mrs M`s - purdy darn cool:
Born to be alive - Patrick Hernandez
One day at a time - Lena Martell
Rise - Herb Alpert
Beautiful! I love it! On the day that I was to Rise I most certainly was Born to be alive and since thn I have taken it One day at a Time
Life is good, life is very good. I hope you are well Mis
Hugs
Ash
Comment by Miswanderlust
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My Sharona? Awesome! Glad to see how positive your songs are missy! So glad to see you!
Mis
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Comment by Miswanderlust
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so I am going to quietly slink into the shadows and pretend that my son wasn't born to a Foreigner song...
HAHAHAHA
ABBA was #1 when I was born,
I am guessing you more Waterloo than Dancing Queen
HEE HEE
Mis
So glad to see you hanging at my place!
Comment by yoda76
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I'm always checking in - your feed is bookmarked...
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I knew you "are sooooo money!"
Mis
Comment by yoda76
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"...this place is dead anyway..."
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