Don't Let It Show

[trild2005]

A year ago I was living in WY & saw this & commented that it reminded me of home - now I am back & grateful. Thank you again for the photos that remind me of Old NE & home & where I belong

[crazytogab]

@trild2005 Welcome home! Ya've  come home at the right time of year. The weather has been lovely. While I probably won't be in Old NE tomorrow, if you happen to cross my path you might recognize me by the "stupid smile" that I am planning on wearing then. Thanks for the post. And again, welcome home.

[trild2005]

@crazytogab Thanks for the welcome back - just wanted you to know that your video touched me when I was so far away & I never forgot it, or where I was supposed to be - thank you for the kind words - sometimes we do not know how we affect people, but good on ya for this one :)

[crazytogab]

@trild2005 Talk about kind words, each of your posts has made me feel good. Thank you! Hope your day is going well. :)

[utuberine]

Well My father was gay and here I am writing this as odd is it may seem. There are many bisexual people about who settle to one gender, after the joyous event of fatherhood. Hey, don't forget, this is my opinion. But I am usually correct in my observations. At the end of the day, who gives a stuff anyway. People are people eh? It just saddens me to see the outcast being trodden upon by mainstream narrowmindedness.Shine everyone.Be yourself. You are special. Relish it.

[crazytogab]

@utuberine What are you? Are you comfortable with your sexuality? If, as you say, "at the end of the day, who gives a stuff anyway " why are you speculating over someone else's sex-life? Do you feel trod upon?

[utuberine]

@crazytogab Nah mate. Not at all. What I meant was. it doesn't matter what ones sexuality is, to quxlify as a normal human being.BTW I have never had sex with a male. And I will never do it again.

[crazytogab]

@utuberine You may want to edit that post. I'm not sure how I should interpret your last two sentences. They seem to contradict.

[utuberine]

@crazytogab You couldn't  see it was intended as a joke? I must be slipping.

[utuberine]

If you can watch a video of Paul Stanley performing and or being interviewed, and with all honesty, say that he does not appear gay in any way. I would have to call you on it. Hey, each to their own man. Just sayin. I think the guy is brilliant. Gave so much to the world of music and performance.Actually, I think some traits of those that are gay, are almost a necessary requirement for some of the styleswe see and enjoy so much in entertainment through the years.Again, my opinion.

[crazytogab]

@utuberine I don't know much about Paul Stanley. I read a bit about him on-line today. Listened to a video of one of his solo songs. Never was much of a KISS fan, think I can only name one of their songs. The guy has fathered three children, and has another one on the way--due this month, I read. In a quiet moment this weekend, I may watch a few more videos, an interview, etc...Then, perhaps, I'll be better able to relate to what you are saying.

[utuberine]

This song is about the relationship between Alan and Eric. Even though you got nothin to hide keep it inside of you dont give in don't tell them anything dont let it show Just like Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, it just wasn't the right time for everyone to know they were homosexual, but it didn't stop the world from loving them for their awesome work. My Dad was gay, it wasn't the right time for him either RIP Dad, And Eric and all you other lost souls looking for peace. God Bless.

[crazytogab]

@utuberine hmmmm, interesting....



[utuberine]

@crazytogab Another interesting thing. Ya cut the end of the song off man. Sacrilege.Aaarrrgghhhhh

[crazytogab]

@utuberine Wow! You are right. I pulled the album out and listened to it for the first time in years. This recording is short. Thanks for bringing it to my attention.

[utuberine]

@crazytogab AP songs do that a lot eh? Instead of ending, like most, they shift into another realm, with the same beat, and just instrumental away, on a little journey toward the end of the song, all of itself. Kinda neat, especially the instrumental at the end part of Old and Wise, with that chick playing the haunting yet vibrant, saxophone.

[crazytogab]

@utuberine The sax in Old and Wise is nice. And, it may be just me, but I think the voice gains strength as the song goes a long in that song. To my way of thinking that works with the story being expressed.

[300mspecial]

@utuberine What on earth are you on about? Parsons, Woolfson, Simmons, and Stanley are (or were) all married - most with kids. None ever gave any indication of being homosexual.

[utuberine]

@300mspecial For people growing up in the fifties , being gay was something that would most definitely have had a detrimental effect on a bands popularity and worse, record sales. It was against the law in New Zealand, and here in the USA , to be homosexual. Get that. Breaking the law for being yourself.  I believe that some would have decided it better, although it might conflict with personal morality, to hide it from the public. My opinion.What would you have done?

[1wyotech]

ok....so I have always loved this song....got me thru after a suicide attempt....but....whats with the video?

[crazytogab]

@1wyotech First of all, I have found this song like you to be a source of comfort at times. Before I made it, there was another video of this song that I had tuned into. I didn't like it, howeverm as it cut the ending off. So, I decided to make my own. The pictures are of things that i like--squirrels, the Old Glory, my puppy, Ron Paul, ....

[ThePeeterd]

i advice everybody to let it show.

let other people by showing know how you feel.

don,t let it show makes a robot of you,show your emotions and maybe somebody will share them with you.

nice music by the way.

[crazytogab]

@ThePeeterd Thanks for posting your viewpoint. I happen to disagree with it. One doesn't have to become hard and cold--robotic because they control when and with whom they express some of their emotions.

Have a happy new year!

[MsMomtofive]

I got to see Alan Parson's in a very small venue and got to meet him after the show. It was a childhood dream realized. I love his music.

[crazytogab]

@MsMomtofive  thanks for posting

[crazytogab]

marianodeanquin thanks for posting.

[marianodeanquin]

gracias por la música y el mensaje de esta cancion, a pesar de los problemas hay insistir.

saludos desde cordoba

[zwreckless1]

Was that a Super Penetrator CB antenna..?? AP still rocks..

[crazytogab]

@zwreckless1

I don't know what kind of antenna it is. I shall have to ask my son.

[hernandoapd]

@crazytogab Where were these photos taken? It reminds me of my old neighborhood in Tampa, FL (not being a stalker - a general area would satisfy my curiosity!)

[crazytogab]

hernandoapd,

Of course, you wouldn't want to stalk the crazy one.

These pictures are from the other side of the bay.

[newsmanply]

back again i love this song

[crazytogab]

@newsmanply

I still like it too. I've listened to it many times over the years, let me tell you.

[ingridvanderhoeven]

thank you so much for this beautifl song up. too bad he died. M

[crazytogab]

ingridvanderhoeven,

Thank you for posting.

[newsmanply]

ths music is brilliant,i have their albums on vinyl but no longer have a player

[crazytogab]

newsmanply,

Thank you for the post. If you go shopping for a new turntable. Look carefully, there's some junk out there. Name brands aren't what they used to be.

[Surlejma]

Must hear it again... Thanks!!!Sidsel Denmark

[crazytogab]

Surlejma,

I don't mind if you do. I hope, you don't need to hear it, however.

You're welcome.

[granskogssus]

Crazytogab! You made my day,week,..........year! Thanks for posting!

[crazytogab]

granskogssus,

Thanks for the generous comment.

[pisces2222]

one of the most beautiful songs, I love APP!!!!

Thanks for posting!!

[crazytogab]

pisces2222,

You are welcome. Thank you for posting.

[Surlejma]

APP, its Rules... Many years a go, thanks for posting.. I got it on tape for many years ago... CD??Sidsel, Denmark

[crazytogab]

Thank you for posting.

[crazytogab]

gracias para el comentario

[demus51]

id love to have it on my funeral. :P

[crazytogab]

ThePowerofFritz, I have no idea. I didn't even know it was in a movie.

[crazytogab]

Thanks for posting your pleasant comment, rosesredvioletsblue.

[DocDur2000]

For Megan. She never had a chance.

[Cabaret43]

the singer is dave Thowsend and unfortunately this is the long version...such a shame...this song could have been an epic if it was longer

[happpeee]

this is the first time i have heard this ,stunning ,is there a longer version of this , i am now a fan ,cheers from london

[crazytogab]

As far as I know, there isn't a longer version. At least, not in my house. :)

London. Cool. Thanks for posting, and sharing your location.

[happpeee]

cheers mate , hands across the water .cheers ,london calling

[crazytogab]

Hey mate,

Do you happen to have our Florida sun over there in London? It's been rather wet and dreary here lately.

;)

[mgmtbinili]

hi to schmörgel

[lilswissmiss88]

OMG this song is just sooooo moving. It's as beautiful as a church hymn.

[crazytogab]

Well, it does have the organ sounds in the beginning, and that guy (I've got to go through the albums and figure out who he is.) does know how to sing.

Thanks for posting.

[sexymodels5]

Dave Townsend is the singer.

[crazytogab]

Thanks, I still hadn't gotten around to sifting through the albums.

[utuberine]

@sexymodels5 Try Eric Woolfson.

[sexymodels5]

@utuberine Hi. I am only going by what the 1983 Best Of Alan Parsons Project album says-holding it in front of me now & it states Townsend is the vocalist..

[utuberine]

@crazytogab Mate. The guy singing this and many other Alan Parsons songs, is the one and only, truly great, Eric Woolfson. He passed away just recently. R.I.P. Eric. Long live the music.

[crazytogab]

que dulce para usted

de que pais es usted

[crazytogab]

Pip is sweet. Her birthday was yesterday. She's now one year old. She doesn't have that round puppy look now. She is gorgeous!

[bp996959]

thanks for posting this timeless 70's song; enjoyed your photos esp the heartwarming shot of the dog- sweet!

[centralparocker]

I love this song....the ending is dynamite!

[crazytogab]

It wouldn't be the same without it!

[crazytogab]

The dog is called Pippi. It's short for Pippi Longstockings. She is a great source of joy for me. Thus, her inclusion in this "therapy song."

[imallearsru]

One of my favourite APP songs. I still have this on LP

[crazytogab]

I like your user name. Thanks for sharing.

[bp996959]

thanks for sharing that info about your dog- she's very cute!!

[acprinting3]

Nice little surprise at the end there with the Ron Paul Blimp.

The revolution lives on and will not be televised!

[crazytogab]

I'm glad you liked seeing the Ron Paul Blimp. I enjoyed being able to see it.

I can't remember the last time I turned the television on. That's one more thing I have to appreciate Ron Paul for, indirectly of course. Thanks to my interest in him and the media's lack of interest in him, I've done a pretty good job of tuning them out.