Raymond busks for a living and plays at home gatherings, weddings, etc for a fee. He can entertain anywhere, anytime with his guitar and gear that includes a battery pack that lasts 7 hours.While basking one day a well-known Singapore musician took over and played beautiful classical music on his guitar. Raymond and the crowd were fascinated.
If you happen to see Raymond, spare your time and listen but don't forget the tip. He deserves it. As he contemplates I saw his fingers and realised that it's not easy to sing so many hours a day. The fingers and throat hurt.
I sat with him for an hour and listened to his stories about the sarabat stall at Farrer Road where he frequently visited in the 60s with other band boys. Anyone remember 'Metro' the sarabat stall owner?
Don't forget to listen to Raymond because he's worth that amount you give. Be generous.
(Another manhunt completed for this blog.)
Image: by Andrew Lim.
(Another manhunt completed for this blog.)
Image: by Andrew Lim.
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