LARRY NORMAN: LIKE NO OTHER
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Righteous Rocker Passes
Larry Norman dies
Larry Norman, the Christian rock pioneer with his trademark long blond locks, died in his home town of Salem, Oregon on February 25th at the age of 60. The Christian rock singer, described by the Church Times as “without question the Elvis, Dylan and Beatles of Christian music all rolled into one,” had suffered from heart problems for many years. His brother, Charles, who was with him when he died, posted this message to fans on www.larrynorman.com: “We spent this past week laughing, singing, and praying with him, and all the while he had us taking notes on new song ideas and instructions on how to continue his ministry and art. Saturday afternoon he knew he was going to go home to God very soon and he dictated the following message: 'I feel like a prize in a box of cracker jacks with God’s hand reaching down to pick me up … I have trouble breathing. I am ready to fly home.'” Steve Goddard, co-editor of the Christian website Ship of Fools, paid tribute to the “the only 'Christian artist' of the early 70s whose music sent a shiver down my spine. He may only have visited this planet - but his footprints are all over it.'” Ed Note: Something inside me has died now that Larry has passed over but I'm glad he visited this planet.
Larry Norman, the Christian rock pioneer with his trademark long blond locks, died in his home town of Salem, Oregon on February 25th at the age of 60. The Christian rock singer, described by the Church Times as “without question the Elvis, Dylan and Beatles of Christian music all rolled into one,” had suffered from heart problems for many years. His brother, Charles, who was with him when he died, posted this message to fans on www.larrynorman.com: “We spent this past week laughing, singing, and praying with him, and all the while he had us taking notes on new song ideas and instructions on how to continue his ministry and art. Saturday afternoon he knew he was going to go home to God very soon and he dictated the following message: 'I feel like a prize in a box of cracker jacks with God’s hand reaching down to pick me up … I have trouble breathing. I am ready to fly home.'” Steve Goddard, co-editor of the Christian website Ship of Fools, paid tribute to the “the only 'Christian artist' of the early 70s whose music sent a shiver down my spine. He may only have visited this planet - but his footprints are all over it.'” Ed Note: Something inside me has died now that Larry has passed over but I'm glad he visited this planet.
Larry's Last Song
Goodbye, farewell, we'll meet again
Somewhere beyond the sky.
I pray that you will stay with God
Goodbye, my friends, goodbye.
Goodbye, Farewell
Somewhere beyond the sky.
I pray that you will stay with God
Goodbye, my friends, goodbye.
Goodbye, Farewell
LARRY NORMAN: LIKE NO OTHER
Christian Rock Pioneer, Larry Norman, Dies at 60
LIKE NO OTHER
by Stan C. Countz
He was too rock for the holy rollers
and he was too holy for the rockers
Larry brought a fresh new sound
But he gave no ground to mockers
His voice rose above the clamor
He was a meek and humble servant
He never sought glory or glamour
But he was especially observant
He asked questions no one ever thought to ask
Why should the devil have all the good music?
He never put on airs nor would he wear a mask
He was on the level and he didn't wanna lose it
He was shot down and kicked around
And people scandalized his name
He pioneered a new music and sound
We as a body should be ashamed
Today's rockers may not know it
But he was more than he appeared
They may not say it or show it
But Norman was a true pioneer
He paved the way for those who came after
He endured the scorn, the shame and laughter
But he stayed true 'til the last and final chapter
of his all-too-short story but he gave God the glory
He gave his best and he gave his all
He answered when the Spirit called
There will never be another brother
Larry Norman was like no other
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LIKE NO OTHER
by Stan C. Countz
He was too rock for the holy rollers
and he was too holy for the rockers
Larry brought a fresh new sound
But he gave no ground to mockers
His voice rose above the clamor
He was a meek and humble servant
He never sought glory or glamour
But he was especially observant
He asked questions no one ever thought to ask
Why should the devil have all the good music?
He never put on airs nor would he wear a mask
He was on the level and he didn't wanna lose it
He was shot down and kicked around
And people scandalized his name
He pioneered a new music and sound
We as a body should be ashamed
Today's rockers may not know it
But he was more than he appeared
They may not say it or show it
But Norman was a true pioneer
He paved the way for those who came after
He endured the scorn, the shame and laughter
But he stayed true 'til the last and final chapter
of his all-too-short story but he gave God the glory
He gave his best and he gave his all
He answered when the Spirit called
There will never be another brother
Larry Norman was like no other
http://dancinontheceilin.blogspot.com
http://www.myspace.com/valleyviews
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