Adaptation of New York, New York in honor of Richard Del Cristo Sr.’s birthday
27 November 2020
Lyrics by Don Watenpaugh
Original Music by John Kander with Original lyrics by Fred Ebb
This personalized adaptation of The Chairman's Big Apple classic was a collaborative effort of immediate family. After uploading the music video to YouTube, the family gathered online for a surprise event to watch it with the Birthday Boy. Had to be there, but it was delightful fun!
Start spreadin' the news, it’s Richard’s big day
‘cause he was born a part of it
New York, New York
He’s worn out some shoes, he’s come a long way.
Drove limos through the heart of it,
New York, New York.
With Tess he’s raised up three great children who love him deep.
And he’s not over the hill,
He’s theirs to keep!
He’s paid lots o’ dues to get to this day
from where he made a start of it
in old New York.
With Tess they’re quite a pair, their lives so full of prayer
And love they do, New York, New York
New York, New York
From there he’s climbed the hills life gives him even when steep,
And he’s still nowhere near done, gotta long list,
Doing God’s will, makin’ it fun,
There’s no time for blues! I’m belting away!
‘Cause my Dad got his start at it
Back in New York
It’s not just anywhere!
Let’s sing he came from there!
Richard for you, we thank, New York