All Things Great Big Sea

Re: King Alan

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:14:10 GMT

That's EXACTLY how I felt/feel about the new song. It hits like a ton of bricks, and your heart just goes out to him. What a truly lovely song, too beautiful for words.

Re: King Alan

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:12:28 GMT

I heard that through your facebook link this afternoon, and reading the lyrics here I had the same reaction - aww poor sweet dear, come lay your head, you'll be alright!

Re: King Alan

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:18:38 GMT

Sorry to post, but thought I'd share the lyrics to the new song Alan sang last night at the show in Olympia.

The video (audio only) can be found on Lynda's site

Here's the lyrics:

America (Alan Doyle & collaborators)

We were poor
But I was satisfied
And I thought that you were too.
You were pure
And I was terrified
I wasn't good enough for you.

When they sailed
Into the harbour
I could see it in your eyes;
Oh, I knew
that you were dreamin'
Of leavin' me behind.

You said, "America is beautiful"
And I sure hope you're right.
If I could see you across the water
I'd say, "America is beautiful tonight." (2x)

When I met
That Yankee sailor
He stood tall and shook my hand.
He took pleasure
In the moment,
In the measure of a man.

Then he turned
And left me standin'
And he asked you out to dance.
When you met
That Yankee sailor
I knew I didn't stand a chance.

You said, "America is beautiful"
And I sure hope you're right.
If I could see you across the water
I'd say, "America is beautiful tonight."
I'd say, "America is beautiful tonight."

We were poor
But I was satisfied
And I thought that you were too.
You were pure
And I was terrified
I wasn't good enough for you.

You said, "America is beautiful"
And I sure hope you're right.
If I could see you across the water
I'd say, "America is beautiful tonight."
I'd say, "America is beautiful tonight."
I'd say, "America is beautiful tonight."

Re: King Alan

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:51:50 GMT

Nice shot Sara! Very nice! Lynda takes fine pictures!

Re: King Alan

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 03:16:00 GMT

Hey, all

I thought it was time I popped in and shared a lovely picture Lynda took at a recent concert (now I can't for the life of me remember which one but in the last couple of days)--anyway, Alan was happy and had just announced that he felt like dancing and he didn't often feel that way. Good for him! This picture is just delightful!

Re: King Alan

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:05:39 GMT

Indeed

Re: King Alan

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:54:06 GMT

that is a very admirable attitude, carol! you're like the GBS guru

Re: King Alan

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:49:38 GMT

Nevermind Nepomunk - I'm none sae fussy, I'll take whomever I can get, myself!

Re: King Alan

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:29:04 GMT

Carol, thanks for posting that pic!

I second the fair Duchess's comment.

Nepomuk, tis another reason you should join us!

Re: King Alan

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:41:11 GMT

you people.....

*scurries back to the Fishy thread to appreciate other mighty fine derrières*

Re: King Alan

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:20:32 GMT

Well Done Carol! Jolly good show dear!

~ The Duchess

Re: King Alan

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:39:51 GMT

lemme see if this works:

YES! I've posted a picture on the OKP for the first time, stolen the same pic from HRH Krista's photobucket from TO and moved us to the next page in one fell swoop (after a couple misfires) (I think I've mixed up my weapons somehow)

Re: King Alan

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:18:39 GMT

And I third it!

The motion passes.

mmmmmmmmmmmmmdoyletushie

That is a fine tushie!

Re: King Alan

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:35:26 GMT

saxygirlnyc:
Mmmmmmm Doyle tushie......

::drools::

I second that!

Re: King Alan

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:28:43 GMT

Mmmmmmm Doyle tushie......

::drools::