Bluegrass musician extraordinaire Recognized by all his savoir faire Electric energy, face so fair Nobly he portrays God's extra care Nothing on Earth is so fine so rare As a Force of Nature breathing air Noticeably perched on Heaven's stair |
Modest in manner, more than are most In possession of so much to boast Commanding venues, the gracious host Hailing friends, raising fellows a toast A likely celebrity to roast Ever with those who fan letters post Leavening his fame from coast-to-coast |
Generous with talent, and his art Inviting the down into his heart Lost to the world, their lives to restart Metal fine-honed could not impart On the shiny point of Cupid's dart Release of souls whose Fate was ill-starred Emphatic joy like his lionheart |