What more can I say about Olivia Newton-John that I haven’t already said? Two of her songs garnered the Day 3 spot in my first countdown 3 years ago, finishing just a nose behind Kiss On My List by H&O and Total Eclipse By Bonnie, and in that day’s blog I spoke about how my mother loved her and told me to listen closely, for this is the voice of an angel. Someday when I’m being remembered in a eulogy, at least one person will remember me fondly anytime they hear the voice of this Aussie seraph. My memory will be synonymous to any song by Olivia. Today I celebrate her with Sam, certainly not one of her more popular ballads but a perfect showcase of that mesmerizing swoon of which Olivia is capable. It’s a sweet tale about two lonely people and the possibility that they might reconnect. But who cares what she’s singing about, as long as she’s singing. Dear sweet baby Jesus, do I love this woman.
From the historical writing archive. Original date: December 12, 2018. Recovered from local source material; editorial review is still in progress.
