Happy Birthday Chet.

Goldfinch60



That day has come once more,

That day he was born

And brought so much joy,

So much joy into my life.

He blows his horn

And the melodious sound

Reaches me in mind and heart.

So many problems in his life,

So full of drugs,

Yet his music never suffered.

His music so important,

So important to me.

So once more as I listen,

Listen to his music,

I wish him Happy Birthday,

Happy Birthday Chet.

  • Author: Goldfinch60 (Pseudonym) (Offline Offline)
  • Published: December 23rd, 2020 02:10
  • Comment from author about the poem: Chet Baker was born this day, 23rd December in 1929, his music is timeless.
  • Category: Reflection
  • Views: 35
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Comments5

  • orchidee

    Good write Gold.

  • dusk arising

    Yes you can hear a lot of chet's suffering when he plays and his singing voice was made for the blues.

    • Goldfinch60

      Very true da.

      Andy

    • Fay Slimm.

      Ah great sound Andy - -Chet B. will ever remain in my choicest list of jazz players - his talent was fantastic......... thanks for the reminder of his contribution to the joy of listening to that world-famous horn......... Happy Birthday to Chet.

      • Goldfinch60

        Thank you Fay, so glad he is on your list of favourite jazzers.

        Andy

      • Michael Edwards

        One of my faves too - great write.

        • Goldfinch60

          Thank you Michael, much appreciated.

          Andy

        • FineB

          Hello Andy,

          Merry Xmas.

          An excellent write and tribute to a great artist.

          Keep writing ✍ and safe during these challenging times.
          FineB

          • Goldfinch60

            Thank you FineB.

            May you keep safe and well as well.

            Merry Xmas

            Andy



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