A year later, Friedman struck a chord in the UK, this time with a magical duet (performed with singer Denise Marsa) entitled Lucky Stars. Lucky Stars zoomed to #3 in the UK singles charts going instantly gold.
The now classic single Lucky Stars paved the way for a slew of hits off of Friedman's humorously titled album "Well, Well" Said the Rocking Chair", including familiar tracks such as Lydia and Rocking Chair as well as singles from his first album, Woman of Mine and Ariel.
Dean Friedman holds the honor of having one of his songs banned by the BBC. The song goes "I am in love with a McDonalds girl." Because the song had the name of a business in it, the BBC wouldn't play it.
Dean wrote the music for the UK TV series "Boon" and is also known in his local area as a children's entertainer with such songs as "I'm Somebody Too", "Brush Your Teeth" and "Never, Never Play With Matches". In addition, he has released a collection of "Silly Hebrew School songs for silly Jewish kids covering Jewish holidays".
Now in his 50s, Dean still writes, records and tours.
Discography:
Dean Friedman (1977)
"Well, Well" Said the Rocking Chair (1978)
Rumpled Romeo (1981)
Live! At The Duke of York (1985)
Music From 'Boon' - TV Soundtrack (1986)
Dean's 'Kids Songs' (????)
A Million Matzoh Balls (????)
I Bought A Vampire Motorcyle - Soundtrack (1990)
Songs for Grownups (1998)
Dean Friedman In Concert – Shepherds Bush Empire (1998)
The Treehouse Journals (2002)
Squirrels in the Attic (2006)
Submarine Races (2010)
See www.deanfriedman.com for more information.
The Letter
Dean Friedman Lyrics
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Last night the sky was purple and we wanted to share the view
The leaves on the trees are turning and the woods are all ablaze
The smell of the timber burning in the fireplace
Sunday we woke up early and we drove out to Tyson's farms
Gorging ourselves on all the cider and donuts we could fit under both our arms
Picking out penny candy in the country store
So what's it like to be on your own
A roamin' vagabond
Away from home in search of some forgotten door
Is it half as good as it sounds
And tell me have you really found
The peace and calm we've all been lookin' for
Freckles still misses you, she always sleeps on the floor in your room
Ruth says she smells but you know it's just her very unique perfume
The tree in the back bore apples but they're green and full of worms
I guess we'll sit tight and wait until the cider turns
Everyone sends their love, they still don't really believe you're gone
Everyone's jealous of this crazy oddysey that you're on
Hoping this finds you happy and healthy and sane
Pray that your strength will ease you through the growing pains
So what's it like to be on your own
A roamin' vagabond
Away from home in search of some forgotten door
Is it half as good as it sounds
And tell me have you really found
The peace and calm we've all been lookin' for
So what's it like to be on your own
A roamin' vagabond
Away from home in search of some forgotten door
Is it half as good as it sounds
And tell me have you really found
The peace and calm we've all been lookin' for
The lyrics of Dean Friedman's song "The Letter" express nostalgia and concern for someone who is away from home in search of something elusive. The song paints a picture of the changing seasons and the simple pleasures of life, such as driving out to the countryside to pick apples and drink cider. These memories are tinged with sadness and loneliness, as the singer and their friends think of the person who is missing out on these experiences. The chorus asks the question "So what's it like to be on your own, a roamin' vagabond, away from home in search of some forgotten door?" The singer wonders if the person has found the peace and calm they have been looking for, and if their adventures are truly as good as they seem.
The song captures the feeling of being disconnected from someone who is far away, and the desire to reconnect and share experiences. The mention of Freckles sleeping on the floor in the person's room and Ruth's unique perfume suggest a close relationship, perhaps family or a romantic partner. The question of whether the person has found what they were looking for adds a layer of mystery and intrigue to the song, leaving the listener to wonder what kind of journey the person is on.
Line by Line Meaning
Autumn seems awful lonely here whenever we think of you
We miss you greatly, and the fall season only accentuates how much we are missing you.
Last night the sky was purple and we wanted to share the view
The beauty of the sky last night made us wish that you were here with us to enjoy it.
The leaves on the trees are turning and the woods are all ablaze
The natural scenery around us is changing with the season and it reminds us of how much we would enjoy sharing it with you.
The smell of the timber burning in the fireplace
We are currently enjoying the cozy warmth and comforting smell of a fire in the fireplace.
Sunday we woke up early and we drove out to Tyson's farms
Last Sunday, we went to Tyson's farms for a fun outing.
Gorging ourselves on all the cider and donuts we could fit under both our arms
While there, we indulged in plenty of delicious cider and donuts until we were full.
Picking out penny candy in the country store
We also had fun picking out penny candy treats from the nearby country store.
Until we collapsed on the porch with our bellies sore
We had such a good time that we ended up sitting on the porch until we could barely move due to overeating.
Is it half as good as it sounds
We are curious if your current situation is as wonderful as we imagine it to be.
And tell me have you really found
We are curious if you have truly found what you were looking for in your travels.
The peace and calm we've all been lookin' for
We hope that you have found the inner peace and calm that we have all been striving towards.
Freckles still misses you, she always sleeps on the floor in your room
Even the dog misses you, and she still insists on sleeping in your room.
Ruth says she smells but you know it's just her very unique perfume
Ruth still has the same scent she always has, and we hope that you are able to appreciate it like we do.
The tree in the back bore apples but they're green and full of worms
The apple tree in the backyard produced fruit, but unfortunately, they are not ripe and are infested with worms.
I guess we'll sit tight and wait until the cider turns
We will be patient and wait for the cider to be ready to drink, even if it means waiting for the apples to ripen.
Hoping this finds you happy and healthy and sane
We are sending you our best wishes for your health and mental wellbeing and hope that you are doing well.
Pray that your strength will ease you through the growing pains
We hope that you are able to draw on your inner strength to get through any difficult situations that may arise during your travels.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Dean Friedman
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