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Janet Jackson feat Q Tip - Got 'Til Its Gone

Janet Jackson - Love Will Never Do (Kource Remix)

The Congo is one of the best-known poems by American poet Vachel Lindsay (1879-1931). It was revolutionary in its use of sounds and rhythms — as sounds and rhythms — and includes elaborate annotations to guide its spoken performance. Lindsay categorized The Congo as “higher Vaudeville” and was famous for his exuberant performances of it. The poem’s imagery is racist, but Lindsay was a product of his time — born 14 years after the end of the American Civil War in Abraham Lincoln’s hometown, he revered Lincoln and viewed himself as a friend and supporter of African-American culture. (Summary by Kathy Thile)

The Congo was written in 1914. This recording was made in 1931 by William Cabell Greet of Columbia University; it is performed by Lindsay himself. He committed suicide later that year at the age of 52.

Vachel Lindsay - The Congo

This song is from Volume 2 of THE PIONEERS OF ROCK & ROLL by The ROCKABYE School. What more can be said about Elvis that has not already been said countless times? So this is a sort of "love letter" expressing so many of the things that Elvis Is ...

LYRICS

Elvis Is . . .

Once upon a time there was a King who lived in a magnificent home on a glorious estate. This has been said time and again, along with so much more of one of the most gifted and famous men in history. You may wonder what more can be said. How can one begin to describe such a man whose life touched so many hearts? He cheered us up when we were sad. He made countless girls swoon. He still does. He was warm. He was cool. He still is. He fascinated us. He still does. He hypnotized us. He still does. He was … He is ...

He is the words you can't express. 
He is it all and nothing less. 
He is the one you dreamed to meet. 
He is fluffy slippers on your feet. 

He is the rush you felt when you first kissed. 
He is the one who tops your list. 
He is the cinnamon on your muffin. 
He is Much Ado About Somethin'. 

He is the one … yeah, you know the one I mean. 
He is the one who made the girls scream. 
He is the soft, cool grass beneath your bare feet. 
He is the rhythm and the big beat. 

When fans hear, “Jailhouse Rock.”
They want to dance and sing.
And that's why Elvis is the King.

He is the love of a sister or brother. 
He is the friend you know forever. 
He is the pride you felt when you did it right. 
He is the walk on the beach at night. 

He is the laughter you can not stop. 
He is a Cherry Cola pop. 
He is the love song you wish you sung. 
He is the crush when you were young. 

He is the chirps in the loving birds. 
He is more than can be said with words. 
He is the shimmer on the lake. 
He is the icing on the cake. 

When he sings, “Love Me Tender.”
All girls wish they wore his ring.
And that's why Elvis is the King.

He is the truth. He is no liar.  
He is the strum of the lyre. 
He is the powder keg and the spark. 
He is the light in the dark.

He is the cry of “Bingo!” 
He inspired John, Paul, George, and Ringo. 
He is the 10. After the nine. 
He is the Dawn's sunrise you watched that time … 

He is the smell of cookies in the oven. 
He is long-stemmed roses by the dozen. 
He is fresh popped popcorn at the picture show. 
He is a blanket of freshly-fallen snow. 

When he sings, “(Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear.”
It is like everyday is Spring.
And that's why Elvis is the King.

He is the whisper in “I love you.” 
He is cantaloupe and honey dew. 
He is an ice cream cone in July. 
He is the wings of a butterfly. 

He is the one you'll always remember. 
He is the glow within the ember. 
He is the luck of a four leaf clover. 
He is the eagle flying over. 

He is the pool in the hottest summer. 
He is the cadence of the drummer. 
He is the leaf that falls through the air. 
He is fingers running through your hair. 

When he sings, “All Shook Up.”
It's like swinging on a swing.
And that's why Elvis is the King.

He is a hotel bed after a long day. 
He is the pot o' gold that came your way. 
He is a dozen diamonds in a carton. 
He is the seeds growing in your garden. 

He is a hammock on an autumn day. 
He is the comfort of the hay. 
He is warm tea on a snowy morning. 
He is cherry biscuits warming.  

He is the loving you needed when you were sad. 
He is the strength you did not know you had. 
He is the one you always hoped you'd see again. 
He is the one you'll be with at the end. 

When he sings, “Don't Be Cruel.”
It makes hearts go tinga-linga-ling.
And that's why Elvis is the King.

He is the sun in the sky. 
He is the cream in the pie. 
He is the north and the south. 
He is the smile of her mouth. 
He is the east and the west. 
He is the best of the best. 

When he sings, “Hound Dog.”
It's like living life on a string.
And that's why Elvis is the King.

He is the purr of your cat. 
He is a suit and top hat. 
He is always one of us. 
He made no trouble. Made no fuss. 
He is the ace in the hole. 
He is rock and he is soul. 

When he sings“Heartbreak Hotel.”
It hurts more than a bee sting.
And that's why Elvis is the King.

He is the scent of the rose. 
He is warm sand on your toes. 
He is the stuff of a dream. 
He is light in a moon beam. 
He is the sway of tree palms 
He is Hymns and he is Psalms. 

When he sings, “I Want You, I Need You, I Love You.”
It can put your heart in a sling.
And that's why Elvis is the King.

He is Brando. He is Dean. 
He is nothing we'd ever seen. 
He is Dylan, and Poetry. 
He is an apple off the tree. 
He is the warm breeze in the path. 
He is your skin in a warm bath. 

When fans say they love him forever.
It isn't a trend or a fling.
And that's why Elvis is the King.

He is the sparkle of the stars. 
He is the honey in the jars. 
He is a ripe and juicy peach. 
He is around and within reach. 
He is what we all think he is. 
He is Elvis and he still lives. 

And that's why Elvis is the King.
Elvis is the King.
Elvis is the King.
Elvis is the King.
Elvis is …
Elvis is …
Elvis is ...

Elvis Is ...     (The Story of Elvis Presley)

The Brothers Everly (The Story of the Every Brothers) was written to the tune of The Wabash Cannonball. 

"The Wabash Cannonball" is an American folk song about a fictional train, thought to have originated in the late nineteenth century. Its first documented appearance was on sheet music published in 1882, titled "The Great Rock Island Route" and credited to J. A. Roff. 

LYRICS
The Brothers Everly (The Story of the Everly Brothers)


Well, Phil and Don were brothers, and they strummed steel-stringed guitars. 
Their talents sure impressed others, and they became respected stars.    
They were both so cool and handsome, and polite as they could be. 
A classic combination, called the Brothers Everly.   

Listen to their vocals, so perfect and so pure.   
As they glide along the verses of songs from days of yore.     
Hear the blissful sound of their voices, hear their perfect harmony.   
Phil and Don sound like two Angels, called The Brothers Everly.   

They were really quite a duo, Don sang the baritone.   
Phil chose to sing the tenor parts, and their voices were well-known.    
They had themselves a massive hit when they sang bye bye to love.  
They always dressed in real nice suits, and looked a cut above.  

Listen to their vocals, so perfect and so pure.   
As they glide along the verses of songs from days of yore.     
Hear the blissful sound of their voices, hear their perfect harmony.   
Phil and Don sound like two Angels, called The Brothers Everly.   

They had a perfect vocal blend, mixing Country with some Pop.    
They sang in perfect harmonies, and that drove them to the top!    
They sang of youthful yearning, with words so tenderly.     
Alan Freed picked up the phone and called the Brothers Everly. 

Listen to their vocals, so perfect and so pure.   
As they glide along the verses of songs from days of yore.     
Hear the blissful sound of their voices, hear their perfect harmony.   
Phil and Don sound like two Angels, called The Brothers Everly. 

They befriended Buddy Holly, and the Crickets after shows.   
They encouraged their new Texas friends to wear some sharper clothes.  
So when you see the Crickets, they all look so scholarly.   
Buddy was glad he met the boys called The Brothers Everly.    

Listen to their vocals, so perfect and so pure.   
As they glide along the verses of songs from days of yore.     
Hear the blissful sound of their voices, hear their perfect harmony.   
Phil and Don sound like two Angels, called The Brothers Everly. 

They soon signed with Warner Brothers, when the label came to town. 
And they sold 8 million records, while lamenting Cathy's Clown.   
In the early 1960's, they then toured across the sea.  
Shared a bill with Little Richard, and along side Bo Diddley. 

Listen to their vocals, so perfect and so pure.   
As they glide along the verses of songs from days of yore.     
Hear the blissful sound of their voices, hear their perfect harmony.   
Phil and Don sound like two Angels, called The Brothers Everly.  

Their harmonies amaze us, with their grace and with their poise. 
They influenced The Beatles, and inspired The Beach Boys.  
Phil and Don then took a break while new stars were wonderly. 
Who spoke about their idols, called The Brothers Everly.  

Listen to their vocals, so perfect and so pure.   
As they glide along the verses of songs from days of yore.     
Hear the blissful sound of their voices, hear their perfect harmony.   
Phil and Don sound like two Angels, called The Brothers Everly.   


The Brothers Everly (The Story of the Everly Brothers)

Where Did You Get That Hat? is a comic song which was composed and first performed by Joseph J. Sullivan at Miner's Eighth Avenue Theatre in 1888. It was a great success and has since been performed by many others including J.C. Heffron, Stanley Holloway and Dave Barnes as well as being a well known Ultimo Warriors theme tune. Nowadays the song is also a very popular piece performed for musical theatre exams (grades 4 to 8) and music hall concerts. The song fits perfectly into the pre. 1900 section required for the MT examinations. 

LYRICS

WHERE DID YOU GET THAT HAT ?
(Joseph J. Sullivan) (1888)
(James Rolmaz) (1901)

J.C. Heffron

Also recorded by :
Stanley Holloway


Now how I came to get this hat, 'tis very strange and funny
Grandfather died and left to me his property and money
And when the will it was read out, they told me straight and flat
If I would have his money, I must always wear his hat

CHORUS
"Where did you get that hat? Where did you get that tile?
Isn't it a nobby one, and just the proper style?
I should like to have one Just the same as that!"
Where'er I go, they shout "Hello! Where did you get that hat?"

If I go to the op'ra house, in the op'ra season
There's someone sure to shout at me without the slightest reason
If I go to a concert hall to have a jolly spree
There's someone in the party who is sure to shout at me

CHORUS

At twenty-one I thought I would to my sweetheart get married
The people in the neighbourhood had said too long we'd tarried
So off to church we went right quick, determined to get wed
I had not long been in there, when the parson to me said

CHORUS

I once tried hard to be M.P. but failed to get elected
Upon a tub I stood, round which a thousand folks collected
And I had dodged the eggs and bricks (which was no easy task)
When one man cried, "A question I the candidate would ask!" 

CHORUS

When Colonel South, the millionaire, gave his last garden party
I was amongst the guests who had a welcome true and hearty
The Prince of Wales was also there, and my heart jumped with glee
When I was told the Prince would like to have a word with me

CHORUS 

Where Did You Get That Hat?

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No Eyes

No Eyes (Instrumental Version) [feat. Jaw]

BBC Radio 1 Essential Tune Pete Tong: Claptone - No Eyes feat. Jaw | Exploited

MUSIC HISTORY IS COOL! The Rockabye School uses up-beat, whimsical and educational stories, songs, graphics, and activities as part of scholastic and interactive "music appreciation lessons." 

The Rockabye School teaches about all styles of music and famous musicians through its revolutionary Membership Program that offers educational publications called Rockabye Musicologies & Storyologies, as part of an overall scholastic, interactive, and musical program.

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Where Did You Get That Hat?

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