Leh-'Nérd 'skin-'Nérd

A Southern Band, so grandeur
Always professional as they tuned and toured
The Skynyrds, as i grew up with them
Southern gals and Southern men.

Rossington, Medlocke and the famous Van Zants
Straight Southern Rock without a slant
Boogie riffs, and maybe a spliff
But what they produced, was my music wish.

In 77, their world fell apart
This horrific plane crash, did its worst
Cassie, Stevie and Robbie Van Z
The pilots and Dean, died at the scene
Three days after, this title tasker
Ironically titled Street Survivors.

The courage and love
As they moved through the years
Every time i play them
It brings a few tears.

My only wish is too see them live
Absorb their music capture their vibes
Wave their flags, as they do each tour
And wish all their lives to be so pure.

The above words are from who i am
James from Scotland just - A Simple Man


" For one of the best Rock Bands ever "

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Copyright © | Year Posted 2009



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Date: 6/7/2009 6:21:00 AM
I hope each day when I read poets writes, that while I'm having my greatful cup of tea, that tears don't mix with its honey or lime,..and truly,.I'm not trying to rhyme,..but this mix this morning was one that will be marked down as one for the books,..the good tear and tea book !! Thank you for this one James !! james
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Date: 6/5/2009 1:25:00 PM
They were tops here in north Florida, James. And many of their fans share your grief. So many great artists have lost their lives in air crashes. Maybe they will all reunite in the sky for one last "live" performance when Judgment Day comes. Until then, we can only play their music and enjoy great tributes to their talents. Excellent writing! Love, Carolyn
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Date: 6/5/2009 1:24:00 PM
I totally agree. Skynard Rocks!! This is an excellent tribute to a killer band. I believe the vanzants are doing country now. Way to rock poetry James!
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