"If I should stay, I would only be in your way, so I'll go, but I know I'll think of you every step of the way, and I will always love you.‪"‬ 🎶 Verse ✍️ and Verve 💥

"If I should stay, I would only be in your way, so I'll go, but I know I'll think of you every step of the way, and I will always love you."

Whitney Houston, "I will always love you".

Whitney Houston was an iconic American singer and actress known for her powerful voice and numerous hits like "I Will Always Love You", and "Greatest Love of All". She became one of the best-selling music artists of all time, leaving a lasting legacy in the music industry despite her tragic passing in 2012.

Verse ✍️ and Verve 💥: The Poetry of Popular Music 🎶 
is an enthralling podcast that traverses the landscape of popular music from the 1960s to today. Exploring the art of lyrical craftsmanship, each episode delves into the poetic narratives of influential songwriters, spanning the spectrum from the revolutionary words of Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen's introspective genius to the emotive ballads of Adele and Kendrick Lamar's profound verses. 

The podcast also highlights the cultural resonance and personal storytelling in the songs of Taylor Swift, the intricate lyrics of Frank Ocean, and Billie Eilish's innovative wordplay. Paying homage to the timeless impact of legends like John Lennon, Johnny Cash, and David Bowie, Samuel Hollingsworth's distinctive voice brings to life the quotes of these iconic songs, connecting the expressive songwriting of the past with today's groundbreaking artists. "Verse and Verve" invites listeners to a rich exploration of lyrical evolution in popular music, celebrating the creative brilliance that has defined generations. 

Part 1 now enchantingly available for your reading delight as an interactive eBook on Amazon Kindle.