November 9, 2006 Selections
Almost every Thursday I go down to Winslow's for karaoke. And for those of you who know me well, that must seem totally out of character because one thing you know that I never do is get up in front of a bunch of strangers and do... well... anything.
It was a little slow tonight, perhaps due to everyone celebrating the 17th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, so I was able to get lots of songs in. In fact, tonight set a new record at 10 songs.
On The Road Again - Willie Nelson. Grade: B+. This is one of my favorite songs and one of my staples. I started a little high and so had to crack into falsetto during the chorus.
Hotel California - The Eagles. Grade: B. First time for me -- sang this as a duet with a guy who wanted to sing it but who was skittish about singing it alone.
House of the Rising Sun - The Animals. Grade: B-. I never sang this before but I think I did pretty well. There was a verse or two I wasn't sure were low or high in pitch.
Elvira - The Oak Ridge Boys. Grade: A. This is my signature song and gets better every time I do it. Giddy Up.
Lean On Me - Rascall Flats. Grade: B+. Did this as a trio but I think I did pretty damn well.
Superstitious - Stevie Wonder. Grade: B. This was a new one for me and needs a little work. I didn't exactly channel Stevie but I impressed myself with the energy I put into it.
Peaceful Easy Feeling - The Eagles. Grade: B+. I had meant to put in "Take It Easy" but skipped a line while writing my entry. That's ok, this is a pleasant mellow song that I love. I think I did pretty well.
Love Shack - The B-52s. Grade: A. I LOVE doing this song, it is so much fun. Works best as a trio but I had to do it as a duet tonight.
Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain - Willie Nelson. Grade: A- This sweet, sad song is one of my faves. I started slightly high, forcing my voice to crack in the chorus.
You're The One That I Want- Olivia Newton John & John Travolta. Grade: A-. The last time I sang this was 1999. Another fun one to sing.
Got 5 new songs in tonight, gonna shoot for 2 or 3 more new songs next week.