Black aka Colin Vearncombe - Book of Celebration

We’re aware that some people couldn’t make it to the memorial service in Liverpool. We set up this online book of celebration to give anyone a chance to share their memories of Colin and his music, along with any messages for the family.

We have now closed the Book of Celebration to new entries but all previous entries remain below to view.

589 entries.

Lieve from Leuven, Belgium wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:51 pm

So sad your life was cut so very short, so much music still in your soul. You know when you like something, you can never get enough of it.. I remember a Black show in Brussels, in the late 80s, a sold out affair. I was a bit of a snob new wave girl, this was a bit of a guilty pleasure, but oh boy, what fun I had - and I knew all the songs! I am so happy and proud I supported and pledged your new album on which the song Parade is my favourite. I sometimes watch the videos on the Pledge site again, the promises, the ideas for the future, just not fair. I will miss you. Sending my love and gentle thoughts to your wife and sons. Fare well, Colin, wherever you are xx

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Lorella from London wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:50 pm

Dear Colin when I have heard that you have died I had cried so much my heart will never forget you and your music will be always with me and also you will help me to create my new painting like you always have done you were special artist and person my love is to your family and no message can express my support to them..ciao Collin

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Becky from Bromsgrove wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:46 pm

Devastated that you are gone. Thank you for giving us such wonderful music, you'll never be forgotten. RIP Colin xx

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Núria Abellán from Barcelona wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:45 pm

Te deseo un gran viaje,Colin.Seguirás cantando con los ángeles y vivirás en nuestro recuerdo para siempre.Te quiero.

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John Kelly from Glasgow wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:44 pm

Thank you Colin for sharing your talent with us over the years,you will be greatly missed

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Lieve from Leuven, Belgium wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:43 pm

Alienne wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:43 pm

You have been loved and still are.
So your soul has wings to fly free and high.
Journey on m friend.

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Allan from Hamilton, Ontario wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:39 pm

Love and condolences to your family. Thank you for your music, Colin.

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Jill De Quincey from London wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:39 pm

I had the pleasure of seeing Colin in London a short while ago.Such a fabulous evening. I was so thrilled to have rediscovered him and so very sad to have lost him now. xx

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Rebecca Dunn from Qatar wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:37 pm

From when I was just a young girl, your music comforted and inspired me. I am so glad I got to meet you and here you sing live. May you rest in peace now. Your legacy as a musician, husband and father lives on. Thank you for the memories ❤️
Love always Becky

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Yoshiko445 from Tokyo wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:35 pm

素敵な歌声をありがとう。あなたのことは忘れません。

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Jane francis from Cefn Mawr, Wrexham wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:29 pm

Such a talented guy, bug part of my younger years, wonderful life was a classic iconic song which my brother Barry got me to listen to, rest in peace, such a sad loss........

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Tim from Cambridge wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:28 pm

I first heard Colin's music in 1986 and then saw him in concert at The Cambridge Corn Exchange in the late 80's. A great gig by a truly gifted songwriter. You can't help but be drawn to artistry of this kind. Much of the "manufactured" music of today can't compare to Colin's gifted approach. Best wishes to all his family and close friends. Here's to a Wonderful Life...!!! :-)

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Ivana from Zagreb wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:27 pm

I was just a little kid (6 years old)when I heard your songs for the first time. Wonderful life, Everything´s coming up roses and I´m not afraid are still on my every party playlist. Rest in peace dear Colin...

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johanna hegarty from cork wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:26 pm

sleep well rest in peace our adopted Cork man xx

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Rue wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:25 pm

When I was 12 or 13 years old, I fell in love with you and your music. And since then, everytime I listened to your songs, they reminded me of those days, especially summer days, the sea, that amazing feeling of freedom and romanticism. They still do, and they always will. You are a very important part of my life, of me, and so, I'm never going to let you go. You'll always be with me. Thank you for everything you make me feel.

"Life should never feel small".

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rana yamak from tripoli wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:25 pm

Rip Colin Vernacombe.Thank you for the lovely era where we truly believed in wonderful life and everything comin up roses. Hope you rest in peace in Heaven

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Mike Girdler from Sunbury wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:25 pm

So sad Colin left us so soon with so much left to give. I'm just pleased that I managed to experience his work both recorded and live. Best wishes to Colin's family x

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Scarlette O'Hara from BARCELONA wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:24 pm

From always sunny Barcelona; I miss you much. I cant listen your songs cause i cry. Thanks.

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Jan Binns from BARNSLEY wrote on 19th February 2016 at 1:24 pm

Thank you for being part of my youth, for being the voice who helped me through some hard times & for lifting my spirits when I was down. To your wife & family I wish healing, peace & happiness for the times to come. God bless.

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