I had my class of fifth graders in China all doing a rockin' version of "Nadine" his use of language and rhythm was great for teaching informal English and getting performing phobic Chinese kids to loosen up and let their voices out...I've been lovin his music since the '50's, but when I met him, he fit the image of a 'cantakerous tightwad" Long may he live. He provided the recessional for our wedding, but unfortunately, we couldn't meet his contract demands as stated above for a personal appearance.