Your silver face shimmers in my eyes, The touch of your cold metal buttons is electric, You’re uncovered, a needle is revealed, and my senses heighten, My fingers dance across narrow spines, as I make my selection, I first remove the sleeve, then the coal black circle, Gently set down, the ritual is almost complete, Of all the needle tracks, I choose the first one, With one movement of your arm, the world spins, A sweet sound fills the air and nourishes my mind, I see green lights, orange lights, and golden-lit gauges, As the black circle spins, I’m filled with powerful memories, You are a portal, my time machine, my hi-fi, You are my beloved silver Akai.