Two more songs for the funeral
Copper Top by Bill Wells
Which tells the story of a chap
Going into the pub nearest to the crematorium
For a pint on his own while he waits for his mate
To pick him up in his car
His stories reminded me of my being measured
And fitted for my first, bespoke, tailor-made suit
By Mr. Wimpenny in the upstairs market hall
Then The King of Rome by The Unthanks
Accompanied by Brighouse and Rastrick Brass Band
Which tells the story of a chap whose pigeon
Wins the race from Rome to his west-end home
Which reminds me of Saturday afternoons
Sat out on the Tinkers pigeon loft
As Colin and Lawrence welcomed their birds back
From Paris, or maybe even further afield
These two tunes to go with those already chosen:
Flower Duet from Lakme by Delibes, Acid Rain by Paul Heaton (the full 8 minutes +), then the Flaming Lips with Do you realise. That’s not to mention Shine On You Crazy Diamond, Spiegel im Spiegel, or Bolero, which were also once on the list
