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Kirsty MacColl. It was Billy's song, but he changed the lyric and added extra verses for her. Since she died, he's always played 'her' version of the song rather than his own. Though she had her biggest singles successes with other people's songs, she was a brilliant writer herself and 'Kite' is a fantastic album.
Oct 20, 2005 · 20/10/05 - 21:19 #10. Ruby_ wrote: I've just finished listened to Kirsty MacColl's anthology 'From Croydon to Cuba', and there's really not a weak track amongst the 65. So I'm wondering... how is it possible that an artist of such breathtaking versatility, lyrical wit and sheer pop genius could have remained so underrated throughout a 20 year ...
Dec 18, 2020 · I can't believe it's 20 years ago today since the singer Kirsty MacColl was killed during a family holiday. Was reminded of her just now because of 'A Fairytale Of New York' by The Pouges. 7
Dec 18, 2020 · A tragic loss. People seem to hate Fairytale of New York these days. I think its one of the best Christmas songs ever - and possibly one of the best songs ever. Its a real couple who hate each other, but can't be apart. To me it's incredibly sad. Especially as Shane isn't yhe best singer in the world.
Dec 18, 2010 · Today is the ten year anniversary of Kirsty MacColl's tragic and untimely death. Robert Elms show on BBC London featured a 'four-fer' from Kirsty -his regular slot where listeners phone in with their favourite songs from a selected artist. It was a lovely and moving tribute to her on this most saddest of days.
Dec 18, 2006 · We all know that one of the best loved Christmas songs of all time (although it's not strictly meant only to be played at Christmas) is Fairytale of New York recorded by The Pogues with Kirsty MacColl. Just a pity as yet another year goes by (Kirsty was killed on December 18th 2000) that still no one has been held responsible for her death.
Dec 18, 2008 · Kirsty MacColl who was part of the major xmas hit "Fairytale of New York" with The Pogues which reached No 2 in 1987, died on this day 8 years ago in a freak speedboat accident while saving her sons from death.
Nov 27, 2006 · It's a brill song. also a few yearsago in a Adidas advert - i have the track on a compliation of advert music.... by far the best track from an outstanding lady! I'm sorry if this is in the wrong place! Didn't know where to put it.
A big talent and a big loss. I also remember her regular appearances on the early French & Saunders shows. She had a wonderful all-round appeal. :cool:
Jan 8, 2006 · 09/01/06 - 16:26 #23. At my dad's funeral we had a couple of ABBA tracks played. For the coffin entry, it was Eagle, a majestic but uplifiting song. At the end of the cermony, we had Move On played, 'cause the words worked so well. Much better than the usual, deeply depressing funeral music.
