27 February 2008

the TV in my mind - one piece at a time...

OK, I've been obsessed with Johnny Cash's "One Piece at a Time" ever since I can remember. Come on. Who amongst us doesn't honestly feel great delight envisioning the blue-collar worker sticking it to the man? It might be because nearly all of Cash's songs are so serious that this particular one never fails to make me happy. As he sings, the TV in my mind never fails: it always showed Johnny singing with a great big smile on his face - something he rarely showed in public.

Much like discovering the perfect side table, or lamp, I knew exactly where to place this. I couldn't keep it to myself, this is vintage Cash, after all! Doing a music video...sometime in the 1970's. With June Carter Cash! And, here I'd thought Michael Jackson was the first? Duh, of course the King of Cool did it first! I'm just sorry I couldn't give you a better living room Johnny and June! At least you're featured on a flat screen and at least it's hi-def., so you can watch up-close-and-personal just how hilariously charming this is.

It would do all of us good to take a couple of minutes and watch this classic number. After all, Johnny's got a good point. As much as we'd like for some things to happen instantly, sometimes we have to bloody well wait. That's just life. Slowly, steadily building, one piece of a time - all we need is patience. Just look at Cash in the end! He's ditched his guitar and is standing on stage in a tuxedo, proudly belting the tune out with one of the biggest smiles I've ever seen! Woo-hoo! I might have to make this vintage video posting a habit. Thanks, Mr. Cash. Now, go forth and get your piece, people!

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