On a recent episode of “The Ellen Degeneres Show“, viewers were treated to a special performance by a talented musician named Jerry Gordon. Jerry, who had previously wowed the Columbus area with his debut album “The Candy and Ice Cream Man”, returned to the spotlight 35 years later with a new CD titled “Over 80, So What”.
But what really got the audience buzzing was when Jerry revealed that he had written a song specifically for Ellen Degeneres herself. With a catchy melody and heartfelt lyrics, Jerry’s song pays tribute to the talk show host, highlighting her infectious smile and dance moves that never fail to bring joy to her fans.
As Jerry took the stage, the crowd erupted in applause, eager to hear the song that he had written especially for Ellen. With his smooth vocals and accompanied by his trusty guitar, Jerry crooned, “Who’s the girl with the big blue eyes, eyes seem to hypnotize? It’s Ellen, Ellen Degeneres.”
As the song continued, Jerry sang about Ellen’s ability to light up a room with her smile and bring happiness to people’s lives. With lyrics like “She can dance with the very best, new steps every day, she will make you happy in her own sweet special way”, it’s clear that Jerry is a big fan of Ellen’s infectious energy and positivity.
During the interview segment, Ellen asked Jerry about the inspiration behind the song. Jerry confessed that he was flattered to have the opportunity to write a song for Ellen, as he found her incredibly inspiring. He admitted to being a dedicated viewer of her show and even mentioned that her dancing was particularly inspirational to him.
Ellen, touched by Jerry’s kind words, expressed her gratitude for the song and emphasized the importance of having fun in life. She praised Jerry’s outlook on aging, stating that he is proof that age should never hold anyone back from pursuing their passions.
Jerry, who had previously been a candy and ice cream man in Columbus, Ohio, explained the meaning behind his album title “Over 80, So What”. He shared that as he grew older, he realized that many people tend to limit themselves, thinking they can no longer achieve their dreams. Jerry’s response to this notion? “So what!”
In Jerry’s view, age should never be a barrier, and he encouraged everyone to continue pursuing their passions and enjoying life to the fullest. His upbeat and spirited attitude resonated with Ellen and the audience, leaving everyone feeling inspired and uplifted.
Before bidding farewell, Ellen and Jerry chatted about their plans for the holidays. Jerry, true to his candy man roots, mentioned that he would be making chocolates for his friends. As a token of his appreciation for Ellen, he even brought her some chocolates and roses. Ellen, as always, responded with gratitude and kindness.
As the show came to a close, Jerry treated the audience to one more performance, singing a heartfelt farewell to Ellen. With lyrics like “It’s time to say goodbye, she’ll be back tomorrow, so don’t you cry”, Jerry’s song once again showcased his talent for capturing the essence of the moment and creating memorable music.
Overall, Jerry Gordon‘s appearance on “The Ellen Degeneres Show” was a true highlight. His original song dedicated to Ellen touched the hearts of both the talk show host and the viewers at home. With his infectious energy, Jerry reminded everyone that age is just a number and that pursuing one’s passions and having fun should never be limited by societal expectations.
Originally aired on December 13, 2004
