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ROCKOLLECTIONS: SALUTE TO MOTHERS PT.2 I'll open this chapter for Mothers with two interpretations of the same song. There are songs that are covered by artists and Pop-musiced-up to the point where the meaning intended by the writer is lost. That seems to be case with the first, at least to me- then I'll play the proper message version by the composer, Randy Newman. I had absolutely no idea what I was going to play going into this half, and a sentimental mood brought on by thoughts of my very cool Mom caused me to take a risk. The risk being that today's radio seemingly has no place for mellow songs- gotta keep those meters in the studio hopping! But I'll play them when it suits me and it fits. Adding to the risk is the high probability you have never heard the songs in the set, so I will really be pushing it, lol! But that set will be the centerpiece of the episode- what they have in common, besides being beautiful music, is the fact they are Songs Written By ACTUAL Mothers To Their ACTUAL Children! What a marvelous gift to be able to do such a thing. Due to the sheer number of songs about Mothers, and more importantly, the fact that Mothers deserve to be Saluted for more than just ONE day, I will continue with additional music about them next week...and maybe beyond. I wish all Mothers the Happiest Mothers Day! If your Mom is deceased, a truly loving remembrance. If Mom is still in your life, cherish her and let her know how much you love her- let her know NOW!!! She will be so thrilled and grateful to hear it, and you will feel terrific after saying it! Here's the link to songs for those Wonderful Life-Givers, at Mike Pell Rockollections: At Podomatic: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/radiopell/episodes/2025-05-07T13_25_24-07_00 Mike