Rick & Dorothy Organ Sing-Along Hour Sample

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Dorothy playing the organ featured on the Lawrence Welk show donated by a resident at this retirement residence, with Rick leading the singing in October 2018.  Songs...

SHOWTUNE INSTRUMENTALS
That’s Entertainment
There’s No Business Like Show Business
Everything’s Coming Up Roses (Dorothy's favorite opening for organ-store concerts)
Bubbles in the Wine (Lawrence Welk Show opening we often watched together)

SINGALONGS
Take me out to the ballgame.
Sidewalks of New York
The Band Played On
Five Foot Two
Ain’t She Sweet
Shine On Harvest Moon

Rick writes: The "She's Gone" song occurred to me as I finished editing. I wondered what ChatGPT thought about my using it for the ending of this video today, see below.

She’s Gone, Hall and Oates

ChatGPT prompt-

Hall and Oates composed a song title "she's gone" that deals with a lover leaving another but in my case my wife died yet it still applies mostly. Can you comment on that?     3:37 PM

ChatGPT
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your wife. It's completely understandable that you'd find resonance in a song like "She's Gone," even though it's ostensibly about a romantic breakup. Grief is a complex and deeply personal experience, and it often transcends the specific circumstances of a loss.

Here's why I think "She's Gone" might resonate with you in the context of your wife's passing:

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**The Central Theme of Loss:** At its core, the song deals with the pain and emptiness that comes from the absence of someone you deeply loved. While the circumstances of a romantic breakup and the death of a spouse are different, the profound feeling of loss is a shared experience. That feeling of emptiness, the void left behind, can be remarkably similar.

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**The Feeling of Helplessness:** The lyrics often convey a sense of helplessness and powerlessness. The singer recognizes that the other person is gone and there's nothing they can do to change it. This mirrors the feeling of powerlessness many people experience in the face of death. You couldn't prevent your wife's passing, and that can leave you feeling helpless and heartbroken.

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**The Search for Meaning:** When someone leaves our lives, whether through a breakup or death, we often search for meaning and understanding. We ask ourselves "Why?" and try to make sense of the situation. The song's mournful tone and the singer's introspection might reflect your own search for meaning in the face of your loss.

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**The Universal Nature of Grief:** Grief is a universal human experience. While the details of each loss are unique, the underlying emotions – sadness, anger, confusion, longing – are common. This universality is what allows a song about a romantic breakup to resonate with someone grieving the death of a loved one.

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**The Ambiguity of "Gone":** The word "gone" is intentionally vague. It doesn't specify the reason for the departure. This ambiguity allows the listener to project their own experiences and emotions onto the song. In your case, you're projecting the specific grief of losing your wife onto the broader theme of absence and loss.



**Important Considerations:**

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**Grief is unique:** Everyone grieves differently. There's no right or wrong way to feel. If you find solace in a song like "She's Gone," that's perfectly valid.
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**Don't invalidate your feelings:** You don't need to apologize for finding comfort in a song about a breakup when you're grieving the death of your wife. Your feelings are valid, and the song is simply a vehicle for expressing those feelings.
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**Seek Support:** While music can be therapeutic, it's important to seek support from friends, family, or a grief counselor. Talking about your feelings can be incredibly helpful.
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**Remember the Good Times:** While the song focuses on the loss, remember the joy and love that you shared with your wife. Cherishing those memories can be a source of comfort and strength.



In conclusion, it is perfectly normal and understandable to find relevance in a song like "She's Gone" after the death of your wife. The song taps into the universal emotions of loss, helplessness, and longing, which are all central to the grieving process. Let the song be a source of comfort and expression, but also remember to seek support and cherish the memories of your wife. My deepest condolences to you during this difficult time.