So far I've been concentrating on classic rock, country, blues, etc. Suddenly this morning I was reminded of a completely different genre that I have so far ignored. Actually, I was reminded of two genres, but I can only do one today! The first thing that came to mind is Disney songs. Think of all the fabulous Disney movies over the past 80 years. I could name 2 or 3 favorite songs from almost every movie. Someday My Prince Will Come, Be Our Guest, Kiss the Girl, A Spoonful of Sugar, The Bare Necessities...I could go on and on. One of my favorite Disney songs actually comes from one of my least favorite Disney movies. I never cared much for Pete's Dragon. I think Cody really liked it as a kid. I'm sure lots of people do like this movie. But I have seen it a few times and don't like it much. It does have an incredible song, though. From the moment I first heard this song I felt touched, and admired it. I sort of think of it as an anthem of love and friendship. So, I hope you enjoy listening to it today and thinking of all the times you have stood by a friend during a tough time or have had someone stand by you.
Candle on the Water from Pete's Dragon, 1977
(Just listen, and don't watch the dumb video. It is unrelated.)
3 comments:
We sang this song in choir in high school and it was a beautiful arrangement...just the girls. And I have a special place in my heart for Pete's Dragon, although it is possible that the best thing about it is this song!
Oh, I love this song! But, like you, I don't like the movie. And I found it very strange accompanied by the montage of clips from Dark Shadows, an old TV show about vampires!
Maybe I'm weird, but I loved Pete's Dragon when I was a kid. We only had about three movies at my house, and that was one of them. My brother and I would watch it over and over and I think I could still sing all of the words to all of the songs. This is a great song!
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