It was the 50th Anniversary
of the bombing of Nagasaki
when Jerry faded away
It was the day the music paused
but we know it will never die.
It was the day when his karma took hold
and led his soul away.
Will we ever know where?
Will we ever know why?
His hands could make the cosmos
rock and roll and shake all over
Only his hands playing his guitar
His body immobile
a vehicle for the Orphic soul.
His music tamed the wild heart.
Everyone danced when Jerry played -
arms reaching toward the sky.
His harmonies vibrated the soul
and millions understood
the ideals the music embodied
peace, love & community.
Heal the hostile heart
love the creation
and help each other
Orpheus is dead !
Orpheus is dead!
The next new Nova
will be called Jerry's Guitar
