Memories keep fading right by
but chances are I'll never forget.

There were hot-rods,crazy teen girls and boys
just hanging out looking for races, sex,or just to be seen.

And who could forget Madame Marie a spiritual guide
she tells us our future for just a few bucks.

The times we spent heading north on Ocean Avenue
cruising past our favorite spots Goldigger, Mrs Jays,
Stone Pony, all on the same strip.

There were live Bands some made It BIG giving
"ASBURY PARK" a spot on the map.

Passing right by the Pink Flamingo on Kingsley
were sometimes we stopped.

Headed right toward Palace Amusements were Tilly The Clown
Face was hanging around waiting for comments from Benny's
who were new in town.

It was a memorable time for all who visited
"THE CITY BY THE SEA."

Disappearing in time they say they will rebuild
but it will never be the same as when we spent our summer
nights cruising around.

Etched in my memories the feelings I had of
freedom, rebellious youth, staying out for the night not worrying about
consequence's the next day will bring.

The City By The Sea

Memories keep fading by
but chances are ill never forget,
hot-rods, crazy teen girls, and boys
hanging out looking for races, sex,or just to be seen.
And who could forget Madame Marie a spiritual guide
she tells us our future for just a few bucks.
Heading north on Ocean Avenue
cruising past our favorite Bars Goldigger, Mrs Jays,
Stone Poney, all on the same strip.
There were live Bands some made It BIG giving
ASBURY PARK a spot on the map.
Passing right by Pink Flamingo on Kingsley
were sometimes we stopped,
Headded right toward Palace Amusements were Tilly The Clown
face was hanging around waiting for comments from Benny'
who were new in town.

Shari Robinson

Copyright ©2005 Shari Robinson