Parodies, puns and assorted doodles inspired by favored tunes

The Gambler

BACKPAGE TITLE 1976 by Don Schlitz most famously recorded by Kenny Rogers. On a warm summer’s evening On a train bound for nowhere I met up with a gambler We were both too tired to sleep So we took turns a-staring Out the window at the darkness ‘Til...

Grazing in the Grass

BACKPAGE TITLE 1968 Philemon Hou Instrumental first recorded by Hugh Masekela. Lyrics added later by Friends of Distinction frontman Harry Elston It sure is mellow grazin’ in the grass (Grazin’ in the grass is a gas, baby, can you dig it) What a trip just...

Gentle Rain (The)

Gentle Rain (The) 1965 Luiz Bonfa Lyrics by Matt Dubey We both are lost and alone in the world, Walk with me in the gentle rain. Don’t be afraid; I’ve a hand for your hand, And I will be your love for a while. I feel your tears as they fall on my cheek,...

Grandfather’s Waltz

Grandfather’s Waltz 1964 By Swedish jazz trumpeter and composer Lars Fernlof Shop Products Favorite Recordings Stan Getz and Bill Evans Stan Getz and Joao...

Goodbye Pork Pie Hat

Goodbye Pork Pie Hat 1959 Charles Mingus Lyrics by Joni Mitchell AKA Theme for Lester Young “He put all of his soul Into a tenor saxophone He had his way a talking ‘T was a language of his own. Life story love and glory If you listen when he plays it for...