King of the Licks

He's King of the Home
in his high chair and gown,
takin' his feedin's with 
dreams of bein' downtown;

his jazz band was playin'
he'd blow and he'd sway;
he remembers those times
like it was yesterday.

Sneakin' drinks from old Joe,
playin' cards in the back,
goin' upstairs with Lil
so he don't lose the knack!

He's behavin' hisself,
but he ain't forgot tricks
he learned in the mean streets
as King of the Licks!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Mac Donald Avatar
April 19, 2009 at 7:14 AM
Hi again!! A blazing, somewhat brazen composition...sounds like "Lil""s a Lillypop?:) Alright, I'm smiling, but it takes nothing away from the brilliance of this piece! You're a versatile and concise writer, I think you'll ace at whatever passes through your mind! God bless you and yours...Love and hugs to you..Mikki
Shango Avatar
April 17, 2009 at 7:20 AM
An interesting documentary, Keith, a romantic tale of adventure told in a funny way, brilliantly done. Great write, my friend.
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April 16, 2009 at 3:40 PM
i love this king of the licks-very naughty indeed-great write-charma
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April 16, 2009 at 12:40 PM
Wow, Keith! I can see the elderly gent sitting in his gown, probably drooling as he attempts to eat. But the dreams in his head - so priceless! I hope you and I have memories like this that allow us to relive our youths, like the "King of the Licks." Awesome. Sending you mail. Love, Carolyn
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