Lyrics: American country musician and song writer, the late Dallas Frazier(1939 – 2022). Vocals: American singer and song writer, the late Kenny Rogers(1938 – 2020).
Son of Hickory Holler’s Tramp.
The corn was dry, the weeds were high when Daddy took to drinkin’. Then him and Lucy Walker they took up and run away. Mama cried a tear and then, she promised fourteen children, I swear you’ll never see a hungry day. When Mama sacrificed her pride, the neighbours started talking, But I was much too young to understand a thing they said. The things that mattered most of all was Mama’s chicken dumplings, And a goodnight kiss before we went to bed. Oh, the path was deep and wide, from footsteps leading to our cabin, Above the door there burned a scarlet lamp, And late at night, a hand would knock and there would stand a stranger, Yes, I’m the son of Hickory Holler’s tramp. When Daddy left and destitution came upon our family, Not one neighbour volunteered to give a helping hand. So let ’em gossip all they want, she loved us and she raised us, The proof is standing here, a full grown man. Last summer Mama passed away and left the ones who loved her. Each and every one was more than grateful for their birth. Each Sunday she receives a fresh bouquet of fourteen roses, And a card that says, “The greatest Mom on earth”. Oh, the path was deep and wide, from footsteps leading to our cabin, Above the door there burned a scarlet lamp, And late at night, a hand would knock and there would stand a stranger, Yes, I’m the son of Hickory Holler’s tramp. Oh, the path was deep and wide, from footsteps leading to our cabin, Above the door there burned a scarlet lamp, And late at night, a hand would knock and there would stand a stranger, Yes, I’m the son of Hickory Holler’s tramp. Oh, the path was deep and wide, from footsteps leading to our cabin, Above the door there burned a scarlet lamp, And late at night, a hand would knock and there would stand a stranger, Yes, I’m the son of Hickory Holler’s tramp. END
‘Dancing In The Dark’ was the first single released ahead of Bruce Springsteen’s 1984 album, ‘Born in the U.S.A. and became his biggest hit, thus helping the album become the best-selling album of his career. This above named song was composed in one night by ‘The Boss’, following a row with his manager American music critic, writer, and record producer Jon Landau. Landau wanted “Born in the USA” to become a massive commercial hit, which went against Springsteen’s ethos with regards music and creativity. His lyrics discuss the difficulties of being a music artist (“check my look in the mirror, I wanna change my clothes, my hair, my face”), and highlight the pressures of commercial success, while maintaining artistic integrity. “Can’t start a fire… can’t star a fire without a spark”. “This gun’s for hire, even if we’re just dancing in the dark”, confirms that despite his creative mind, it is impossible to just click your fingers and immediately produce a hit song; which of course is what this Rock Music genius actually achieved.
Vocals and Lyrics: American rock singer, songwriter, and guitarist, (Nicknamed “The Boss”)Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen and the E Street Band.
Dancing In The Dark.
I get up in the evenin’, And I ain’t got nothin’ to say. I come home in the mornin’, I go to bed feelin’ the same way. I ain’t nothin’ but tired, Man, I’m just tired and bored with myself, Hey there, baby, I could use just a little help, You can’t start a fire, You can’t start a fire without a spark, This gun’s for hire, Even if we’re just dancin’ in the dark. Messages keeps gettin’ clearer, Radio’s on and I’m movin’ ’round my place, I check my look in the mirror, Wanna change my clothes, my hair, my face, Man, I ain’t gettin’ nowhere, I’m just livin’ in a dump like this, There’s somethin’ happenin’ somewhere, Baby, I just know that there is, You can’t start a fire, You can’t start a fire without a spark, This gun’s for hire, Even if we’re just dancin’ in the dark. You sit around gettin’ older, There’s a joke here somewhere and it’s on me, I’ll shake this world off my shoulders, Come on, baby, the laugh’s on me, Stay on the streets of this town, And they’ll be carvin’ you up alright. They say you gotta stay hungry, Hey baby, I’m just about starvin’ tonight, I’m dyin’ for some action, I’m sick of sittin’ ’round here tryin’ to write this book, I need a love reaction, Come on now, baby, gimme just one look, You can’t start a fire, Sittin’ ’round cryin’ over a broken heart, This gun’s for hire, Even if we’re just dancin’ in the dark. You can’t start a fire, Worryin’ about your little world fallin’ apart. This gun’s for hire, Even if we’re just dancin’ in the dark. Even if we’re just dancin’ in the dark. Even if we’re just dancin’ in the dark. Even if we’re just dancin’ in the dark. Hey baby! END
Possible presence of peanut in specific batches of Domino’s Garlic & Herb and Domino’s Mustard & Honey dips.
Alert Summary dated Monday, September 16th 2024.
Allergy Alert Notification: 2024.A32. Allergen: Peanuts. Product Identification: Domino’s Garlic & Herb dip; pack size 100g and 25g, Domino’s Honey & Mustard dip; pack size: 25g. Batch Code: Affected batches were provided up until Sunday 15th September 2024. Country Of Origin: United Kingdom.
Message: The above batches of Domino’s Garlic & Herb dip and Domino’s Honey & Mustard dip may contain peanuts that are not declared in the list of ingredients. This may make the affected batches unsafe for consumers who are allergic to or intolerant of peanuts.
Mr Mahony passed away peacefully while in the care of staff at the Osborne Unit, of Tallaght University Hospital, Tallagh, Co. Dublin.
His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; wife Audrey, sons Peter and Keith, daughter Caroline and devoted ‘Pappy’ to Emma, Eliza, Matthew, Niamh, Tara, Sam and Ollie, his son-in-law Colm, daughters-in-law Siobhan and Brigitte, grandchildren, sisters-in-law Nora, Philomena and Pauline, cousins, nieces, nephews, extended relatives, neighbours and many friends.
For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mr Mahony, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.
The extended Mahony family wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time, and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE.
Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) warn of possible presence of peanut in specific batches of Carlos Takeaway Garlic & Herb Dip.
Alert Summary dated Monday, September 16th, 2024.
Allergy Alert Notification: 2024.A31 Allergen: Peanuts Product Identification: Carlos Takeaway Garlic & Herb Dip; pack size: 100g Batch Code Best before dates: 19/11/2024, 26/11/2024 and 02/12/2024 Country Of Origin: United Kingdom. The product is sold in Aldi Stores.
Message: The above stated batches of Carlos Takeaway Garlic & Herb Dip may contain peanuts that are not declared in the list of ingredients. This may make the batches unsafe for consumers who are allergic to or intolerant of peanuts.
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