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Have you ever been lonely??

One Song At a Time

A melody can heal a heart
Or...make one fall apart
Every time it starts to play...

And tonight...when they walked in
A brand new love song began
And it turned out to be both ways

They're slow dancing...
Swaying to the music

I had my chances...
But I let them pass me by

Now step by step...
I'm left behind
As their love comes alive

And her thoughts of me...
Slowly die....
One song at a time

She whispers.... in his ear
Words I'd dearly love to hear
As they circle on the floor

Two bodies become one
Another sits here all alone.....
And the DJ plays one more....

They're slow dancing
Swaying to the music........



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Williams Avatar
July 5, 2017 at 8:27 AM
Beautiful lyric Chuck and well written. I'm certain many will identify with the nostalgia in your story...Maria
Melugin Avatar
July 5, 2017 at 12:04 PM
Please accept my thanks, Maria, for these wonderful words of encouragement. Your pen is priceless. My best, chuck
Coreggia Avatar
April 26, 2017 at 6:10 PM
Chuck, you artfully brought that story to life; we can feel the heartache as the scene unravels under our very eyes. That, my friend, is wow! A 7:) Amitiés
Melugin Avatar
April 27, 2017 at 10:04 AM
Anne-Marie, Your words made my day! Your poetry rocks! My best, chuck
Marcum Wong Avatar
April 25, 2017 at 11:51 PM
Chuck, you were able to convey the searing torture that can feel like the end of the world, and you did it with moving words that we can all relate to. Your first two lines empower the rest of your poem. The pain feels almost palpable. Music makes memories, sad or glad, and this poem is memorable with insightful regrets that so many of us can empathize with. Brilliant! 7 ; )
Melugin Avatar
April 26, 2017 at 8:33 AM
Connie, You made my heart soar with your indescribable review. I've read it ten times already! God bless, chuck
Herlihy Avatar
April 24, 2017 at 2:43 PM
Words used vividly to create picture of the mind, but more, much more as well. Fine poem, full of emotion. John
Melugin Avatar
April 24, 2017 at 4:09 PM
Thanks John. I really appreciate your visit and your review. God bless, chuck
Wolf Avatar
April 22, 2017 at 9:35 PM
How did I nearly miss this little gem of a lyric! Cool write, Chuck! Have a great day my friend.
Melugin Avatar
April 23, 2017 at 9:08 AM
Thank you Wolf! I value your words! By the way, one of the girls said you were one of the hottest poets on Soup! I replied, that doesn't surprise me, they named a chili after him!! lol, chuck
Behm Avatar
April 22, 2017 at 9:35 PM
Deep hurt told beautifully!
Melugin Avatar
April 23, 2017 at 9:03 AM
Thanks so much Kurt for your kind words. I stand in appreciation! Write on! My best to you, chuck
Behm Avatar
April 22, 2017 at 9:32 PM
Thanks so much for your kind words, Chuck. Kurt
Manassian Avatar
April 20, 2017 at 1:40 AM
so...moving, Chuck. It's hard to see the one you love show love to someone else. You brought this out so well with this poem...Beautiful
Melugin Avatar
April 20, 2017 at 6:43 AM
Eileen, Thank you for the visit and the wonderful comment about love. You are right on! My best to you, chuck
Dietrich Avatar
April 18, 2017 at 5:56 PM
by the way, tell your wife she has good taste. I ADORE good and Plenty candy!!
Melugin Avatar
April 18, 2017 at 6:08 PM
I'll tell her. She always has plenty, LOL Take care, chuck
Dietrich Avatar
April 18, 2017 at 5:55 PM
Love this one, Chuck. it reminds me of a modern song about "now she's dancing with someone else" I think maybe Bruno Mars sings it? Anyway, I love that song AND your poem!
Onclaud Avatar
April 18, 2017 at 2:12 PM
mesmerized by the sense of longing from your marvelous lyrics, chuck... i like!..huggs
Melugin Avatar
April 18, 2017 at 2:34 PM
Thanks so much Nette. I am humbled by your gracious review. All the best, chuck
Lamoureux Avatar
April 16, 2017 at 10:44 AM
Hi Chuck, this piece inspired my current poem "Stepping out of Time" thanks for the inspiration.
Melugin Avatar
April 16, 2017 at 12:04 PM
You're welcome Richard. I can't wait to read it. My best to you, chuck
Melugin Avatar
April 15, 2017 at 2:00 PM
My thanks to you my friend, Demetrios, Your review is very appreciated. My best wishes for all your heart desires. Chuck
Trifiatis Avatar
April 15, 2017 at 11:36 AM
Captivating Lyric dear, Chuck! Emotional and dynamic! Excellent my friend!
Melugin Avatar
April 15, 2017 at 2:02 PM
My thanks to you, my friend, Demetrios, your review is very appreciated. My best wishes for all your heart desires. Chuck
May Avatar
April 15, 2017 at 8:20 AM
A heartbreak for one and a new love for the other... and the band played on.. Nice lyric Chuck
Melugin Avatar
April 15, 2017 at 8:31 AM
Thanks so much, Joseph. I so appreciate those words. Write on my friend, chuck
Pinet Avatar
April 12, 2017 at 9:02 AM
Your poem falls within the category of heartbreaking, fanciful and imaginative; armed with an energy of its own that propels it into our sphere of reality. Emile. #7
Melugin Avatar
April 12, 2017 at 9:13 AM
Thanks so much Emile for the stupendous review. My appreciation flows like the music. My best to you, chuck
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