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Author's Notes:  This poem, "Frank Sinatra You're The One," is one that I've wanted to write for some time. It is similar to an earlier biographical narrative on the world famous dancer, Fred Astaire, that I posted with PoetrySoup on 2 September this year.  Like Fred Astaire, Frank Sinatra is another one of those twentieth-century icons in the entertainment industry who attained international celebrity status and became a legend of epic status in the music industry.  I decided to write this poem as both a dedication and tribute to this great American singer and international entertainer.  Although no longer with us, Frank Sinatra like other great musical performers who have pasted on before, will always have a link to the present through the passion, quality and timelessness of his songs and melodies. I hope that you find this write of interest.  Frank Sinatra -- You're The One!!  (Gary Bateman - November 10, 2014) (Biographical Narrative poetic format)

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Frank Sinatra You'Re the One

Frank Sinatra’s name still has instant recognition even today.
He was perhaps the greatest singer of the twentieth century
And possessed those famous “Blue Eyes” and that trademark 
Voice which thrilled and fascinated audiences worldwide.
For most people his music was very special and moved their
Spirits along a unique and subtle path that only Sinatra could
Create and hold with his voice—mesmerizing them and
Charming them every step of the way.

Entertaining and enchanting the audiences in America and
Abroad catapulted Frank Sinatra to a special iconic status as 
A world-renowned singer, entertainer, and Hollywood actor.
Yet, singing became his common thread and link over decades
And generations to most willing audiences who hungered for
The tenor and pitch of his voice and his fabulous songs with 
Most memorable lyrics, and haunting and evocative melodies. 

Some legendary songs reflecting his status and long reach with
Audiences worldwide include: (My Way) (New York, New York)
(Strangers in the Night) (I Get a Kick Out of You) (That’s Life)
(I’ve Got You Under My Skin) (Summer Wind). All these songs 
And many others were trademark, vintage Sinatra and brought 
Audiences to their feet while he serenaded and captivated them 
Like a Pied Piper, bringing each listener momentarily along with
Him as an invited guest into his very own special vocal dimension.
   
Frank Sinatra was part of the Greatest Generation along with other 
Famous American entertainers who packed audiences and dazzled
Them with music and dancing, and created an aura of legendary
Perfection seldom seen in today’s twenty-first-century world.

Frank Sinatra—You’re The One!!
		
Gary Bateman, Copyright © All Rights Reserved, Schoeningen, 
Germany (November 10, 2014) (Biographical Narrative poetic format)

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Ralph Sergi November 5, 2015 at 5:51 PM Hi Gary: What else can you say about a young singer from Hoboken in 1939 who rose to the top doing his way and being the first to fight racism when it wasn't popular. his voice was his fortune. Great narrative! Gary Bateman November 6, 2015 at 8:22 AM Hello Ralph!! I thought you might like this narrative on Frankie!! He's my all-time favorite singer for sure!! I'm pleased you liked this write. Cheers and Best, Gary

Pandita Sietesantos November 30, 2014 at 11:29 AM Frankie Sinatra was the best of the best globally and thrilled us all with his magical music! Thank you for this wonderful acknowledgement of an artist extraordinaire who most certainly did it his way all the way! This piece is certainly deserving of a "7"! Bravo! Pandita Gary Bateman November 30, 2014 at 3:06 PM Pandita, Thanks so much for your wonderful comment here, and for the "7."!!!! Frankie was, is, and always will be the greatest!! Best Always, Gary

Dorian Petersen Potter November 16, 2014 at 6:21 PM A most beautiful tribute to Frank, Gary. I love his timeless romantic songs! To me he sang with the voice of sweet angels what a voice he has. He sang to love and romance. A 7 for me! Keep your pen flowing! Love and hugs! :) xxx D. Gary Bateman November 17, 2014 at 3:27 PM D, Frankie is my all-time favorite, but a very close second his Rat Pat teammate -- Dean Martin!! I've got all of his music 1940s-1990s and truly love the lyrics so much to many of his famous songs. He certainly had a magical way with his voice that allowed him to connect and meld with his audience. Glad you liked this Bio Tribute!! Best Wishes Always, Gary XOXO

Paul Callus November 13, 2014 at 11:56 AM Excellent, Gary. What a tribute to one of my favourite singers of all time. His was a special voice, but then he had the right songs to go with it. Well done! // paul Gary Bateman November 13, 2014 at 5:17 PM Paul, Thanks so much. It did help that Sinatra had the likes of Cole Porter, Paul Anka and other great lyricists to craft and perfect his music. What he brought though, was that undeniable magic to each of those songs when he put his voice to the words and music. I liked Dean Martin too. Glad you liked this write!! Gary

Liam Mcdaid November 12, 2014 at 4:45 PM you painted old blue eyes almost came out of the screen singing excellent pen gary very beautifully crafted piece pal Gary Bateman November 13, 2014 at 5:13 PM Thanks Liam My Mate!! Frank Sinatra had his Blue Eyes, but our Leprechaun Friends have their "Green Eyes" sparkling!! Best Always, Gary

Andrea Dietrich November 11, 2014 at 3:37 PM Very nice, Gary. I always wondered, though, about his brat pack, and what kinds of stuff they were into!! Such an amazing voice he had. Today are so many men and women with amazing voices. But they need to find their own niche like Sinatra did, His style as a crooner could not be denied or replicated! Gary Bateman November 11, 2014 at 4:38 PM Thanks Andrea!! "The Rat Pack" originally in Las Vegas consisted of: Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis, Jr., Joey Bishop, Peter Lawford, and Johnny Carson in the 1960s. They were all into singing, jokes, "nonsense," and other stuff before live audiences. They performed together and had great music!! They were of a different generation. Best!! Gary

David Meade November 11, 2014 at 10:37 AM Nicely done Gary -- your words gives tribute to a talent that touched peoples lives with music and laughter. Well done. Gary Bateman November 11, 2014 at 3:30 PM Thanks David!! It's great to do one of these Bio pieces ever so often. Frank Sinatra's one of my all-time favorites. I did one also on Fred Astaire and posted it, I believe, a couple of months ago. Best Always, Gary

Nette Onclaud November 11, 2014 at 8:56 AM I had the chance to watch his concert and my!.. what charisma he's got even if he was already old and forgot his lines.... splendid piece on ole blue eyes, gary.. huggs Gary Bateman November 11, 2014 at 3:27 PM Thanks Nette!! I saw one of his last concerts too when he was pretty old and the audience was actually singing with him (to help him out). He's a singer who will never be forgotten. His repertory of songs speak for themselves and will live on. Best!! Gary

Demetrios Trifiatis November 11, 2014 at 7:52 AM Once, I was lucky enough to hear and see him live when he came to Athens in early nineties! Although his star was setting still he was a great performer and singer. Certainly the early years before Elvis and the Beatles he was the ONE and only that all generations were in his feet! Great work my friend, Gary, for a great man, indeed! Demetrios Trifiatis November 12, 2014 at 3:39 AM He was in Athens in 1991! Gary Bateman November 11, 2014 at 3:36 PM Demetrios, Thanks my friend for commenting on the "Chairman of the Board," as Frank Sinatra was often called. I remember it was in 1998 when he passed away and had not been entertaining anymore for several years. I was working then in Orlando, Florida. They had a special week-long tribute to him on TV. He's sorely missed!! Best Always!! Gary

Verlena S. Walker November 10, 2014 at 9:05 PM Beautifully written Gary... Verlena Gary Bateman November 11, 2014 at 3:07 PM Thanks Verlena!! (I need to drop by to visit your latest poems too!!) Best Always, Gary

Brenda Meier-Hans November 10, 2014 at 6:47 PM I love you. Ops. Then I go and spoil it all by saying something stupid like I love you. You picked a great one Gary. I love his music. Gary Bateman November 10, 2014 at 6:55 PM I love Frankie too Brenda. I have all of his music (early songs and later). I'm also a fan of Dean Martin and the rest of the Rat Pack. They just don't have real entertainers any more that have the depth and gravitas that Sinatra, Martin, etc. had. Welcome to the 21st Century. Oh Joy!! Talk to you soon. Best!! Gary