Special part of the American Dream –
Rags to riches, hero to crooner,
Cheek to cheek, body and soul –
You truly were no Tramp.
Your strains too dear to lose
Made us aware of our foolish hearts.
Though now glory of another day,
You will ever be under our skin.
Comeback kid, unique tone,
Civic champion, nice guy –
Your long, meaningful life showed
The best still remains to come.
That little cable car that nearly could,
Finally did.
Antonio, you’ve reached the stars!
Your golden voice will always resound for us …
© 2023, Kenneth Koziol. All rights reserved.
