Nick Drake

Today November 25, 2008 is the 34th year death anniversary of Nick Drake. As I mentioned in my previous blog entry entitled "Way to Blue," Nickie was an English folk singer, songwriter and a musician. A very good one actually. He came up with poetic lyrics for his famous autumnal songs and I can truly say that it came from his heart and soul. His being introverted and different made me appreciate his music more than any. I pay tribute to my one and only favorite singer because his music continues to live in the hearts of many people who were smitten by this very adorable artist.

Nickie's music was my companion during my trying times, I thought his poetic lyrics, nice melody and engaging voice made me think that it will be ok to die. To die so that all my problems and heartaches will end. Every single lyric made me depressed and thought about things deeply. Nickie was a work in progress then, when he overdosed himself with anti-depressants (whether on purpose or not,) he ended everything. He could have been somebody with great legacy in his genre. His death became my inspiration to live, to breathe every single day of my life because I know life is full of never-ending trials and all I have to do is to survive each one that will come along. Then be grateful after all the storms I have weathered. And now I promise myself to keep standing still and find out who I will become in the days I owe myself to live.

It's good be in heaven, Nickie... would you know my name if I see you there someday? :-)