RAQSTAR ANGEL
June 17, 2023
by Gino Colucci
I recently finished writing a song for Raquel. It starts off reminiscing about the night we got together as a couple. It was the Fourth of July 1998. We were at a party in Antioch, Illinois where my band played a private show. We were 20 years old. I asked her friend Debbie to invite her. I was showing off on the drums to try and impress her because I know how much she loved music. Anyway, every guy was after her that night it seemed. Somehow I was the lucky one. We came together and kissed under the fireworks for the first time. It was funny because we clashed teeth initially. That gave us something to laugh about for years to come lol! I never felt anything like that before, it was incredible, I was in love for sure. I knew right then that was a life-changing kiss. I started this song with that moment in mind. While looking for inspiration on the third verse my phone sent me a notification. An old classmate of hers messaged me out of nowhere with a quick story about Raquel. He literally explained she was one of those you could never forget. She had an amazing smile and personality that can get you through a Taft day. Taft was our high school and it was horrible lol! This came at exactly the right moment and instantly inspired the third verse because it is true. The world is darker without her smile. Anyway, here are the lyrics and I hope to record this song soon. I may have to tweak the lyrics a little to fit the melody, but this is the first draft. The posted photo is where I finished writing the song.
RAQSTAR ANGEL
I can still feel our first kiss.We clashed teeth when we nearly missed. Fire in the sky, reflected in your eyes. Never felt anything quite like this. Rhythms collide, our souls alive.You are the best part of me.
Now you’re my Raq-star angel. Raquel I’ve been so lost without you. Even though it’s painful, I know you’re still a part of me and I feel you guide me through everything I do.
You are the most amazing mother. I feel your soul is with our daughter. Just like you, shes like no other. She’s got that fight.. she has your light. So rest in peace my love, she will be alright.
Your my Raq-star angel. Raquel I am so lost without you. Even though it’s painful. I know you’re still a part of me. I’m forever grateful and in love with you.
This world is darker without your smile. Forever admired for your selfless style. Kindness inspired, compassionate gifts of life
I hear the lyrics and see your signs
I know we’ll be together, when it’s my time
Now you’re my Raq-star angel
Raquel I am so lost without you
And even though it’s painful
I know you’re still a part of me
I feel you guiding me through.
And I will LIV for you.