O.K. for real, I can't explain why - and I'm putting myself up on the block for much unnecessary ridicule amongst my friends and family.. but here's a little piece of me that I've kept locked away in a hidden corner of what makes me me for 20 something years - and I’m going to let you all in on this little morsel -This is one of my all time favorite songs in the universe. Perhaps it's the way Kim Carnes voice works the amazingly descriptive lyrics in that smoky raspy flava - like when she's says "All the boys think she's a spy - she got Bette Dayyyyvis eyyyyyyyyyeeesssss" (any of you who are familiar at all with this song just sang along as you read that last line-- DON'T LIE) or maybe its the 80's funk foot tappin rhythm that gets my soul bouncing. Or possibly the fact that I really do like Bette Davis - actually it's the trifecta - all three.. for sure my favorite shower song and very possibly my favorite overall song in history. Yes, if i were stranded on a desert island and could choose only one song to listen to for the rest of my earthly existence; this is it my friends. I'm not hiding this little tid-bit away any longer - oh the freedom - the therapy of finally getting that out! And Rex, now you know my secret - when we are at the gym, and I plug my buds in to my ears.. crank up the pod and put up WAY more weight than you on the bench.. yes.. it is this song that gives me my Samson like strength! Not Tool, Not Rage, Not Fiddy it is this - SHE GOT BETTE DAVIS EYES! Chew on that!
click on this youtube tribute - give 'er a listen ENJOY and DON'T DENY it just may be the greatest song of all time.
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I am deleting your phone number, your email, the bookmark to this blog. Don't call me. Good bye forever!
I feel a deep sorrow in my soul for you after reading your post. I am quite embarrassed to say that I am in some way related Nick Berry...
Actually I really enjoy the song. Great tune, good rhythm. I'm especially impressed with the cathartic expression of your inner demons. I'd update my blog but there's nothing to post. My life's not that exciting. Except my birthday today. Thanks for the call, the gift, the love.
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