Is there such a thing as a perfect song? I think there is, and the funny thing is that such a song may not actually be among one's favourites. It may not even move you, perhaps because we are not moved by perfection.
- Sparse, minimal accompaniment
- Simple melodic line
- Concise, memorable lyrics devoid of pretension
- Diction as clear as a bell
- The superb, unique voice of....... TENNESSEE ERNIE FORD
Well, Papa, I was absolutely preparing myself to shake with horror but I must say I agree with you on that one: it's an excellent song and I genuinely like it!
ReplyDeleteI know I've bored to death pretty much everyone around me with my passion Alison Krauss, but the following song is close to my idea of a perfect song:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfCrME_1JmE
I always thought this was called The Company Stores!
ReplyDeleteGreat song, great singer.
A very beautiful song, beautifully sung and performed.
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