Chetta Achara Poet Clerihew

Notes About The Poem

This poem is Clerimerick Couplets, a hybrid form consisting of a Clerihew, followed by a Limerick, followed by two rhyming couplets, in that order, totaling 13 lines (4+5+4). Created by Mark Toney.

Elvis Presly in Aloha From Hawaii, 1973
Elvis died August 16, 1977 at the age of 42

Mister Elvis Presley

Mister Elvis Presley 
Sang his songs expressively 
In Aloha From Hawaii,
He sang them just for me, aieee!

I was 15 when he sang just for me
Straight from Hawaii via TV,
My heart skipped a beat,
I jumped from my seat,
His music had changed my reality.

Elvis has now left the building,
Gone is the music and gilding;
He died much too young,
How many songs left unsung?

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Andrea Dietrich February 23, 2025 at 11:37 AM Loved Elvis. And your tributes.

thriveni c mysore February 23, 2025 at 2:23 AM good one here, congratulations on FPC win dear poet.

Mark Toney February 22, 2025 at 11:36 AM Chetta, I appreciate your support for my Flash Poetry Challenge (10). Your poem was randomly chosen to be featured in my 'Results' blog, which is now up and running. You accepted the Bonus Challenge, and your Clerimerick Couplets did not disappoint. A FAV for me. Chetta Achara February 22, 2025 at 11:50 AM Thank you. It was based on a true event for me, and it was fun.

Hilda Greenhough February 17, 2025 at 4:29 PM I enjoy this poem. For me, he was O.K., but only O.K. His music has grown on me through the years. It's a good memory to read about. Chetta Achara February 17, 2025 at 5:37 PM Thank you. I did add to the poem making it into Clerimerick Couplets.

Kim Rodrigues February 17, 2025 at 1:36 PM LOL! Could be! Chetta Achara February 17, 2025 at 5:38 PM Yes. I was 15 and he made my heart skip a beat! I did add to the poem making it into Clerimerick Couplets.