The song '24 hours from Tulsa'.

I love the song '24 hours from Tulsa' by Gene Pitney. Its a classic and I've loved it forever.

It was only recently, after listening to it for the 5th millionth time (not an over exaggeration) that I realized how sad it was.

Its basically a 'Dear John' letter to the listener from the singer.

He's been away for some unknown reason, and now he's on his way home. He stops at a motel to stay for the night and then he meet's a woman and falls in love with her and realizes that he cant go home to the listener again.

Why cant people write songs that are stories any more? Some singers do write beautiful, meaningful songs but I dont think enough do.

Thats why I love classic songs. They are mini stories that pull you in and make you feel some thing.