The Light Shined On, Yet Dim the Night

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Has it really been 51 years now?

When they first played 'Let It Be' I heard whispered words of wisdom An answer came from Paul McCartney Puro alto, sprouting wings of ecstasy The light shined on, yet dim the night Mother Mary came not in daylight Quenched the notes from John's guitar Let It Be... finale ~ mystery memoir

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Caren Krutsinger

Date: 11/30/2021 9:06:00 PM

Ah, yes, it is such a gentle, loving, empathetic song.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 11/30/2021 9:22:00 PM

How can it be 51 years though?!

L Milton Hankins

Date: 11/25/2021 7:06:00 PM

One of my all-time favorites in all of the ensuing decades! Thanks for this lovely little tribute, gw.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 11/25/2021 7:19:00 PM

And thank YOU, Milt, for the love on this one. Let it Be, brother! Happy Thanksgiving, Gershon

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 11/25/2021 2:17:00 PM

The Beatles what an era what hysteria what an enormous surprise to the music industry. Lov ed your poem hugs blessings Jennifer

Gershon Wolf
Date: 11/25/2021 3:35:00 PM

Thanks so much for the encouragement, Jennifer. The music industry may never know a period like the 60's again. What do you say? Happiness and Joy, Gershon

Vijay Pandit

Date: 11/25/2021 5:05:00 AM

A heartfelt salute--you must be a true fan. Some songs, as memories, always stay with us.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 11/25/2021 3:36:00 PM

Interesting comment, Vijay. I actually was more of a folk-song kind of guy, but certain Beatles songs, such as 'Let it Be' and 'Eleanor Rigby' were moving, I thought. Thank you for support and encouragement. Musical Magic, Gershon

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 11/24/2021 10:16:00 PM

A darling tribute to the Beatles Let it Be

Gershon Wolf
Date: 11/25/2021 3:34:00 PM

Thank you, Caren. What followed? -- The Stones and 'Let It Bleed?' Was it jealousy on their part? Was it crass commercialism? -- Probably a combination of both. Thanks, and Happy Thanksgiving! :) gw