Did you know that in the US and in several other countries, a typical wedding ceremony is usually completed in 25 minutes or less? This became the basis for this song by the Danish soft rock singing group Michael Learns To Rock. Released in early 1994, "25 Minutes" is a beautiful song but also one … Continue reading 25 Minutes →

My last blog about fathers sparked the interest of one reader. It appears that the relationship I had with my late father is an experience shared by many,  This experience is far more common than I had initially imagined. So here I am writing yet another blog about fathers through this song by Luther Vandross. … Continue reading Dance With My Father →

Today, the world celebrates Father's Day. He's usually the big giuy who runs the family and implements the rules. In doing this duty though, a father is often seen as harsh, even cruel. As he sets the standards at home, a child finds himself locked in his father's world as this song aptly described.   … Continue reading The Living Years →

June is traditionally known as the month for marriages. That's because most couples tie the knot during this time of the year. In music, a number of songs have been written about marriages. One of them is this song from White Lion. Released in 1991, "Til Death Do Us Part" is ideal for those charting … Continue reading Till Death Do Us Part →

The next three songs are about lost love. Strangely, despite the pain, we try to keep the memories alive. Perhaps it's our own twisted way of dealing with the loss.   I loved you then I guess I'll love you forever And even though I know we could never stay together I think about how … Continue reading Lines of a Song Volume 5 →

Over a week ago, my wife and I had a major argument and she blurted out that her love for me is fading. I was taken aback for this was the first time she ever said this. We have kissed and made up since then, but her words kept ringing in my ears. As with … Continue reading Water Runs Dry →

This is a bit late but last week, the whole world celebrated Mother's Day. Tributes in the form of gifts, lunch-outs, and greeting cards were given out.to honor mothers and all the sacrifices they have made and continue to make for their children. A song, however, is extra special. Boys II Men proved that when … Continue reading A Song For Mama →

Discovering love in summer is both exciting and unforgettable. This is the message shared by this theme from the movie of the same title. Released in 1971, the film dealt with a subject considered as intriguing,  if not controversial at the time. Briefly, "Summer of '42" was about a young teenage boy having his first … Continue reading Summer of ’42 →

Summertime is always a fun time. The experiences that come with the season are varied but at the same time unforgettable. That's what this song from Bryan Adams is all about and some of the lines here were actually inspired by true events. Adams composed the song along with Jim Vallance. During their high school … Continue reading Summer of ’69 →

Some songs speak the truth, making use of actual events and personalities to urge people to take action and make the needed change.  "Used To Be", a duet by Stevie Wonder and Charlene in 1982, is one of those songs. The song talks of wars taking place in remote and unknown places, creating unwilling refugees … Continue reading Used To Be →