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  • Runnin’ Down a Dream – Cover

    Posted by Guitargeezer on March 9, 2025 at 12:53 pm

    My 3-year-old grandson is a huge Tom Petty fan, especially this song. “Runnin’ Down a Dream” is one of Tom Petty‘s most recognizable tunes. “The energetic track has become an inspiring anthem for anyone looking to follow their own ambitions. It is one I like to use to warm up my playing sessions.

    Tom Petty (1950-2017) experienced a number of notable hits throughout his career as both a soloist and in partnership with the Heartbreakers. So, there is no consensus as to which single in his discography would be his signature song. Some would argue “Free Fallin’”, another tune which, like this one, comes from his 1989 album “Full Moon Fever”, would be it.” This is my humble salute to you, Tom Petty. https://youtube.com/shorts/c3nnXOimF0k?

    Philb replied 1 year ago 5 Members · 6 Replies
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  • albert_d

    Member
    March 9, 2025 at 2:44 pm

    You got the shirt, the glasses, AND the song. Way to go. Fun performance.

    • Guitargeezer

      Member
      March 9, 2025 at 3:57 pm

      Will do almost anything for my grandsons! Thanks @albert_d

  • petelanger

    Member
    March 9, 2025 at 7:06 pm

    American Girl is probably his signature song.

    So many great ones though: Don’t Do Me Like That, Refugee, Last Dance with Mary Jane, Breakdown and on and on….

    Dolly Parton did a beautiful tribute to Tom by singing Southern Accents

    • Guitargeezer

      Member
      March 18, 2025 at 7:18 am

      Thank you Pete for listening and comments. I’m working on a number of Petty/Heartbreakers tunes now including American Girl. They are a joy to play.

  • DiscostewLA

    Member
    March 10, 2025 at 11:08 am

    Your grandson has great taste in music and grandparents. Sounds great! Thanks for a fun start to the week. 🙂

  • Philb

    Member
    March 18, 2025 at 10:03 am

    Kudos! Nice job on classic Petty.

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