songs

Tag by Cherry!
Songs that mean something, right? – not favourites. Although there is obviously some overlap.

The man who plays the mandolino – Dean Martin
I remember hearing this emanating from downstairs, when as a small child my parents had dinner parties. It wasn’t the only song ever played (lots of Dean, Frank, Glen and much jazz) but for some reason it left an impression.

Silver Machine- Hawkwind
It was understood that at 70s discos you would sit on the floor and shake your head to this.

Layla – Derek and the Dominoes
First serious boyfriend referred to me as Layla

Stairway to Heaven – Led Zeplin
How I loved Jimmy Page. Knebworth 79 – fantastic.

Sunshine after the rain - Elkie Brooks
First broken heart

She’s not there – Santana
This and Black Magic Woman reminds me of my first taste of independence.

Don’t fear the reaper – Blue Oyster Cult
Went to see Blue Oyster Cult with my best friend ever. He died aged 27 of kidney failure. Please carry a donor card – thank you.

Auberge - Chris Rea
Just love this – no reason

Come away with me – Norah Jones
Just for Himself

Take your mama out – Scissor Sisters
Singing along in the car with my daughters and being the only mother who knew the words along with those to Comfortably Numb from the first time round. (prefer Pink Floyd version)

(I’d also like Perfect Day by Lou Reed just because)

These are the first 10 that came to mind – I’m sure tomorrow a different 10 would surface. Anyway I tag FE, and Carmy.