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CPF Parody Contest - Finals - sharpie vs. Yancy Street Gang

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sharpie	7 votes
Yancy Street Gang	20 votes

sharpie Dec 19 2005 11:00 AM

Let's finally finish this thing.

Yancy Street Gang Dec 19 2005 11:02 AM

I'VE LOOKED AT MAZZ FROM BOTH SIDES NOW A song about Lee Mazzilli With apologies to Joni Mitchell Close-fit clothes and wavy hair And basket catches filled with flair Great expectations everywhere I looked at Mazz that way. But now he's just a Yankee bum One of George's favorite sons I oft' forget the good he's done The years get in the way. I've looked at Mazz from both sides now From Bronx and Queens and still somehow The young Mazzilli I recall Wasn't what I thought at all. Thrills and chills and joy so real That Seattle homer made me feel Those years before he snitched on Zeile I looked at Mazz that way. But now he's just a friend of Joe Player loyalties come and go Although we care, they don't, you know They're in it for the pay. I've looked at Mazz from both sides now A Met, a Yank, and still somehow Those wide-eyed days that I recall I really didn't know Mazz at all. Years of cheers and feeling proud To say "Let's Go Mets" really loud Dreams and screams from within the crowd I watched the Mets that way I'm still a fan, that'll never change They're still my Mets though their names are strange With innocence lost, perspective's gained I see them a new way I've looked at Mazz from both sides now From Bronx and Queens and still somehow The young Mazzilli I recall Wasn't what I thought at all. I've looked at Mazz from both sides now A Met, a Yank, and still somehow Those wide-eyed days that I recall I really didn't know Mazz at all.

sharpie Dec 19 2005 11:12 AM

A song in which Rusty dons his tie-dyed shirt and sings of his final (1985) season: STAUBIN’ Eatin’ Got my bib tucked in Then watchin’ til I get my chance Later, have a glass of wine, Just keep Staubin’ on. Gone are the days of flashing marquees out on Main Street Montreal, New York, Detroit and it all was a great streak Now typical days wrapped up in a typical daydream Just pinch-hit and see what tomorrow brings. Dallas, got some soft ice cream Houston, too close to New Orleans New York’s where I make my green But just don’t let me field, oh no. Most of the time I even forget ‘bout my old glove Most of the time I’m sittin’ and waiting to hit One of these days I know I’m gonna be fielding Hope that the ball could ever be finding my mitt. Battin’ Got a one-base hit Pinch runner ‘Cause now I run like shit Sometimes it seems I hardly work But they still keep me around. Sometimes the lights are shining on me Other times I can barely swing. Lately it occurs to me How a long, hot bath would be. What in the world ever became of Foster? He’s lost his sparkle, you know he isn’t the same Leavin’ the Reds, acting all mean and profane, All a friend can say is ain’t it a shame? Burgers Made of buffalo Taste better When they’re cooked real slow Take time and have it wrapped to-go And just keep Staubin’ on. Sittin’ and starin’ out of the hotel window Drinkin’ my wine and eating filet mignon I’d like to get some sleep before I travel But if you’ve got some cheesecake, I guess you’ve gotta come in. Walkin’ Down on Bleecker Street Fans swarm They want to be near me Knocked down It get’s to wearin’ thin They just won’t let me be. I’m sick of hangin’ round, give me that apple I’m sick of travellin’, now I’ve got a restaurant I guess they can’t blame a guy for tryin’, Remember that I am still called Le Grande Orange. Sometimes the lights are shining on me Other times I can barely swing. Lately it occurs to me How a long, hot bath would be. Quittin’ I’m a goin’ home. Whoa whoa baby, back where I belong. Back home, gnaw on some prime rib bones And get back Staubin’ on.

ScarletKnight41 Dec 19 2005 11:36 AM

sharpie - name that tune!

sharpie Dec 19 2005 11:40 AM

I thought the tie-dye reference would give it away, but it's "Truckin'" by the Grateful Dead.

Diamond Dad Dec 19 2005 11:40 AM classic stuff

Really, really great stuff, both of you. I can see that you used the break to your best advantage. Kudos all around.

metirish Dec 19 2005 11:41 AM

It's "trucking from the Greatful Dead.

HahnSolo Dec 19 2005 11:42 AM

A worthy final round matchup. Brilliant jobs by both of you. Have to think on my vote a little bit.

Johnny Dickshot Dec 19 2005 11:51 AM

Burgers Made of buffalo Taste better When they’re cooked real slow Great stuff. But I cast my vote with YSG based on an overall tighter story and moving commentary on what it means to be a fan (sniff...) Thrills and chills and joy so real That Seattle homer made me feel Those years before he snitched on Zeile I looked at Mazz that way.

Willets Point Dec 19 2005 11:59 AM

Sharpie, had I been a more efficient writer I would have put up my ZZ Top parody "Everyone's crazy about that rust-haired man" instead of my Benny Agbayani song, but you've treated your Rusty Staub acquisition well. I'm voting for the parody based on the song by an artist(s) associated with Woodstock.

Valadius Dec 19 2005 12:08 PM

Hmm... I'll need to think on this one.

MFS62 Dec 19 2005 12:11 PM

] Thrills and chills and joy so real That Seattle homer made me feel Those years before he snitched on Zeile I looked at Mazz that way. Good job by both, but that's what decided it for me. Later

ScarletKnight41 Dec 19 2005 12:24 PM

Gotcha. A worthy final round. An excellent job by both competitors.

Edgy DC Dec 19 2005 01:36 PM

I get one "aw, shucks" out of Yancy, he's gonna get such a slap.

Yancy Street Gang Dec 19 2005 01:38 PM

How about "gawrsh?"

sharpie Dec 19 2005 03:07 PM

It was 4-4. Now it's 12-4. The first 8 voters thought each were thoughtful, balanced voters, the next 8 are bandwagoneers. At least that's how I choose to see it.

Yancy Street Gang Dec 19 2005 03:29 PM

Now it's 12-5. Must've been an anti-bandwagoneer.

Zvon Dec 19 2005 03:35 PM

you guys make it damn tuff to vote. Those both are classic and hilarious. The Both Sides Now one gets my vote, cuz it left no line unspoofed.

Edgy DC Dec 19 2005 03:36 PM

The guidelines for these songs hurts Yancy here. "Both Sides Now" would've worked even better if the second and third verses were about other Mets-turned-Yankees. I really don't know Bragg... At all... I really don't know Allen Watson... At all...

sharpie Dec 19 2005 03:43 PM

It's 1-1 since the 8-vote bandwagoneer (some might call them sheep, but I don't) vote which suggest that the thoughtful, balanced people are back. (on edit). I'm now Duffy Dyer. He was one of my guys and I did spend a little time on "Dyer Maker" but the title was better than the results.

MFS62 Dec 19 2005 03:45 PM

sharpie wrote: It was 4-4. Now it's 12-4. The first 8 voters thought each were thoughtful, balanced voters, the next 8 are bandwagoneers. At least that's how I choose to see it. How can you jump on the bandwagon of a 4-4 tie? Later

Yancy Street Gang Dec 19 2005 03:46 PM

I like the sheep, and appreciate their support!

sharpie Dec 19 2005 03:49 PM

B-a-a-a-a.

KC Dec 19 2005 05:30 PM

Both entries are great, I'll have to sleep on my vote.

SwitchHitter Dec 19 2005 05:53 PM

I don't like to read commentary till after I vote. So I didn't know what Sharpie's song was. It looked good, though, and it was tough, but knowing Yancy's tune swung my vote (oh and I wanted to lose to the winner, it would make losing go down better).

TheOldMole Dec 19 2005 06:48 PM

I cast my vote...a secret ballot, as always. But it was tough. I loved both of these.

Rockin' Doc Dec 19 2005 09:24 PM

Nice work by both finalists. I guess it shows that you can't rush quality.

sharpie Dec 20 2005 09:08 AM

With two hours to go I am conceding to my opponent from Yancy Street. I'd like to thank my many supporters during this long journey and I hope to work with the Yancy Administration to move this great forum forward but I will also be there to give voice to the opposition should the much-feared "clobberin' time" arrive. I'd like to thank the Rolling Stones, Talking Heads, the Beatles and Yes for providing so much help during this campaign. As for the Grateful Dead, well... I will be available for interviews in the green room.

Yancy Street Gang Dec 20 2005 09:19 AM

I guess, at 18-6, it's looking pretty good for me, but I won't claim victory quite yet. Remembering the words of Lawrence Peter Berra, it ain't over till it's over. And sharpie can still pull an Al Gore and revoke his concession. Are any of my 18 votes from Florida?

Yancy Street Gang Dec 20 2005 11:14 AM

And I now claim victory, with a final score of 18-6. As winner, is it my responsibility to call for a time for healing?

ScarletKnight41 Dec 20 2005 11:45 AM

I think so. It's your time to reach out and rebuild all of those bridges you burned during your ascent. Oh, and congratulations Yancy. I pointed out to MK how well you were doing last night, and reminded him that you were the one who offed me in Round 2. To which MK responded, "Yes, but he's really GOOD!" Enjoy your championship lap. We expect to see a photo of you on a double decker bus driving through Japan :)

Diamond Dad Dec 21 2005 08:56 AM Yoo Hoo Shower?

What is the traditional method of celebrating victory? Yoo Hoo shower? Engraving the winner's name on the crystal goblet of victory? Winner buys the first round at next year's picnic at Virgil's? C'mon, traditions aren't formed overnight. (Well, maybe sometimes)

Yancy Street Gang Dec 21 2005 09:23 AM

I think a five-figure cash prize would make for a nice tradition.

Edgy DC Dec 21 2005 09:41 AM

Well, if all the contestants put X dollars in the kitty (wherever that may be found), I'm sure we could purchase a perfectly adequate trophy. Or a nice sandwich. This forum needs a kitty.

seawolf17 Dec 21 2005 09:46 AM

You had to know that one was coming.

Yancy Street Gang Dec 21 2005 10:04 AM

19-7 now. People are still voting. No trophy or sandwiches are necessary. I'm perfectly content with "bragging rights."

Elster88 Dec 21 2005 11:16 AM

="seawolf17"] You had to know that one was coming. Which is why it's not funny. Right, Edgy? ___________________ Disclaimer: This post is meant as a lightheared joke to tease Edgy about a remark from last week regarding comedy not working if you know it's coming. It is not meant to imply that the post is not funny, nor is it intended to be mean-spirited as directed to seawolf or Edgy. I actually like that picture and think it is funny no matter how many times it is posted. So please take no offense. Actually, just ignore this post all together.

Edgy DC Dec 21 2005 11:20 AM

I actually didn't know it was coming. What was the final score of this sucker again?

Yancy Street Gang Dec 21 2005 11:29 AM

18-6 at the closing bell.

Centerfield Dec 22 2005 12:41 PM

Congrats Yancy. Great run out of nowhere. You were like 1985 Villanova.

Yancy Street Gang Dec 22 2005 12:52 PM

Thanks! (How did Villanova do in 1986?)