kalos Posted June 6, 2020 #26 Share Posted June 6, 2020 2 minutes ago, wowzz said: Kalos - I have to say I don't remember being with you that day! I thought you said that was our little secret ? Ps Same time tonight under Cleethorpes pier 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted June 6, 2020 #27 Share Posted June 6, 2020 45 minutes ago, AndyMichelle said: Lovely memories Graham. Andy They were. We still have them on video. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wowzz Posted June 6, 2020 #28 Share Posted June 6, 2020 15 minutes ago, kalos said: I thought you said that was our little secret ? Ps Same time tonight under Cleethorpes pier I'll bring the chips! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted June 6, 2020 #29 Share Posted June 6, 2020 28 minutes ago, kalos said: We had a nice few hours lazing on Reduit beach and then strolled up to the Spinnakers beach bar in St Lucia. As Mrs Kalos and I sat sipping on a nice chilled Piton beer the lady behind the bar turned up the bars music system as a song began to pound out to a John Legend song but it was not him singing . It was one of those "Im in heaven " moments ,sat with the love of my life ,a very nice beer ,nice view and a warm breeze blowing in from the beach kissing your face.What was not to like? Then it was time to make our way back to the Azura after a lovely day out . It was not until we got home months later that we discovered the version of that song. Happy days and not a politician in sight Here's the song that played on a day we will never forget .. Lovely song. A favourite of ours too. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted June 6, 2020 #30 Share Posted June 6, 2020 Rod Stewart. I am Sailing has been played on many sailaways and another favourite of ours 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare P&O SUE Posted June 6, 2020 #31 Share Posted June 6, 2020 (edited) Leaving Southampton on Britannia after a stressful couple of weeks when my Mum had been ill and I was seriously wondering If we’d be able to make the cruise. As we pulled away I couldn’t believe we’d made it and they played “Rather be” by Jess Glynn - the words being “there’s nowhere I’d rather be” Don’t mind telling you I was quite choked! I always think of cruising when I hear that now. That was 2017 and my mum is still with us and will be 81 this coming Monday. Edited June 6, 2020 by P&O SUE 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted June 6, 2020 #32 Share Posted June 6, 2020 (edited) 10 minutes ago, P&O SUE said: Leaving Southampton on Britannia after a stressful couple of weeks when my Mum had been ill and I was seriously wondering If we’d be able to make the cruise. As we pulled away I couldn’t believe we’d made it and they played “Rather be” by Jess Glynn - the words being “there’s nowhere I’d rather be” Don’t mind telling you I was quite choked! I always think of cruising when I hear that now. That was 2017 and my mum is still with us and will be 81 this coming Monday. That was lovely. 8 years ago for Paulines late mam's 90th birthday on Ventura we played Vera Lynn songs for her from my phone as she sat on the balcony with a glass of champagne and a box of chocolates. Edited June 6, 2020 by grapau27 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyMichelle Posted June 6, 2020 Author #33 Share Posted June 6, 2020 7 minutes ago, P&O SUE said: Leaving Southampton on Britannia after a stressful couple of weeks when my Mum had been ill and I was seriously wondering If we’d be able to make the cruise. As we pulled away I couldn’t believe we’d made it and they played “Rather be” by Jess Glynn - the words being “there’s nowhere I’d rather be” Don’t mind telling you I was quite choked! I always think of cruising when I hear that now. That was 2017 and my mum is still with us and will be 81 this coming Monday. I hope your Mum has a great Birthday Sue. Lovely story. Andy 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angel57 Posted June 6, 2020 #34 Share Posted June 6, 2020 One of my favourite memories is sailing towards Cape Town on Aurora in 2010. The deck 12 party was in full swing under the clear skies when Clem Curtis of the Foundations belted out an impromptu rendition of Build me up buttercup with the house band Caravan backing him and everyone singing along. Fab times...... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyMichelle Posted June 6, 2020 Author #35 Share Posted June 6, 2020 1 minute ago, Angel57 said: One of my favourite memories is sailing towards Cape Town on Aurora in 2010. The deck 12 party was in full swing under the clear skies when Clem Curtis of the Foundations belted out an impromptu rendition of Build me up buttercup with the house band Caravan backing him and everyone singing along. Fab times...... Amazing.. Singing it now.. WHY DO YOU BUILD ME UP, BUTTERCUP, JUST TO LET ME DOWN.. Come on, join in.. 😊 Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denarius Posted June 6, 2020 #36 Share Posted June 6, 2020 The first time I sailed into Venice, about 20 years ago on Celebrity Millennium. It was mid morning and the open decks were packed. Waiters circulated with comlimentary glasses of champagne and Italian opera was played over the loudspeakers. The atmosphere was magical. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angel57 Posted June 6, 2020 #37 Share Posted June 6, 2020 2 minutes ago, AndyMichelle said: Amazing.. Singing it now.. WHY DO YOU BUILD ME UP, BUTTERCUP, JUST TO LET ME DOWN.. Come on, join in.. 😊 Andy Unfortunately I’m going to be singing it for hours now....... the dog already has his paws over his ears!! 🤣🐶 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josy1953 Posted June 6, 2020 #38 Share Posted June 6, 2020 1 hour ago, AndyMichelle said: Are you sure you didn't nudge him Josy? 😊 Andy He didn't need any help Andy. It was at a GB sail away so the entertainment staff were getting everyone wound up. 🤣🤣 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare DamianG Posted June 6, 2020 #39 Share Posted June 6, 2020 (edited) Some of the posts have prompted my memory to recall sitting on the tiered decks aft on Oriana listening to Italian Opera music as we sailed out of Venice in the early evening sunshine. I can't say I'm a big opera fan or know what was being played but the music was perfect for the setting. Edited June 6, 2020 by DamianG 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillieJeanKaraokeKing Posted June 6, 2020 #40 Share Posted June 6, 2020 I remember one evening when some bald headed chap had us all marching in pairs strung out around the pool deck singing 'Is This The Way To Barnard Castle?'. We were all in fancy dress, wearing thick rimmed glasses, and some short fella called Ronnie couldn't keep up and fell over. Oh how we laughed. Great times. Sorry Andy, couldn't resist. As you were 😂 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted June 6, 2020 #41 Share Posted June 6, 2020 We were on RCL Harmony of the seas in September 2016 sitting in Central Park before dinner when a solo singer set up his equipment. He was a member of Gerry and the Pacemakers and he was amazed when we said we knew him because the ship was sailing out of Barcelona. His first song was. You will never walk Alone. He also played Ferry across the Mersey. The park filled up as soon as he sang the first song. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
July morning Posted June 6, 2020 #42 Share Posted June 6, 2020 I have many happy memories of cruises. One of the fun ones was a formal night on Arcadia at the Karaoke and a gentleman wearing the white dinner jacket etc sang The Kinks "Dedicated Follower of fashion" he made it so funny with his actions 🙂 I've also had good fun with "I will walk 500miles" it's often ended up as a Congo!! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
showingdiva Posted June 6, 2020 #43 Share Posted June 6, 2020 The pianist in Arcadia's piano bar playing "My Heart Will Go On". I don't particularly care for the song, but it has always intrigued me the thinking behind it being on a cruise ship's play list. Part curious, part open mouthed, part bemused. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyMichelle Posted June 6, 2020 Author #44 Share Posted June 6, 2020 1 minute ago, showingdiva said: The pianist in Arcadia's piano bar playing "My Heart Will Go On". I don't particularly care for the song, but it has always intrigued me the thinking behind it being on a cruise ship's play list. Part curious, part open mouthed, part bemused. Excellent, I love ironic humour. Andy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ann141 Posted June 6, 2020 #45 Share Posted June 6, 2020 48 minutes ago, P&O SUE said: Leaving Southampton on Britannia after a stressful couple of weeks when my Mum had been ill and I was seriously wondering If we’d be able to make the cruise. As we pulled away I couldn’t believe we’d made it and they played “Rather be” by Jess Glynn - the words being “there’s nowhere I’d rather be” Don’t mind telling you I was quite choked! I always think of cruising when I hear that now. That was 2017 and my mum is still with us and will be 81 this coming Monday. Earlier this year I too was wondering if we would have to cancel our cruise as my Mum was really ill but we went.She has now almost completely recovered and will be 90 a week tomorrow! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ann141 Posted June 6, 2020 #46 Share Posted June 6, 2020 40 minutes ago, Angel57 said: One of my favourite memories is sailing towards Cape Town on Aurora in 2010. The deck 12 party was in full swing under the clear skies when Clem Curtis of the Foundations belted out an impromptu rendition of Build me up buttercup with the house band Caravan backing him and everyone singing along. Fab times...... Loved seeing Clem Curtis on stage on a cruise a couple of years ago.'Build me up Buttercup' was the first single I ever bought and I too am singing it now!! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyMichelle Posted June 6, 2020 Author #47 Share Posted June 6, 2020 I wasn't sure if this thread would create any interest so I am so pleased to have stirred some beautiful memories... Thank you for sharing your stories. Andy 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsgoggins Posted June 6, 2020 #48 Share Posted June 6, 2020 ‘Uptown Funk’ was sung in the theatre 3 times during a (shortish) cruise by different entertainers - ship’s cast and guests - this was on Celebrity. Luckily I quite like the song, not so DH 😂. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare P&O SUE Posted June 6, 2020 #49 Share Posted June 6, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, AndyMichelle said: I hope your Mum has a great Birthday Sue. Lovely story. Andy Thank you Andy. I’m hoping my parents can sit in our garden on her birthday but the weather may foil us! The following year I went on a cruise with my friend (her husband refuses to go 🙄) and I told her the story. They played the song then too as we left Southampton so I was off again 😀 Edited June 6, 2020 by P&O SUE 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Eddie99 Posted June 6, 2020 #50 Share Posted June 6, 2020 Southampton to Barbados transatlantic, setting off in brilliant sunshine. Memories of two good house bands, the one with the girl singer doing We’re Jamming several times each day, in various sets in various locations, and the Ska group doing similar with Buffalo Soldier ... in the heart of America 🎶 Good times 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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