How Many Original Members of Chicago Are Left? A Mystery More Baffling Than "25 or 6 to 4"
BREAKING NEWS: Chicago in crisis! Are the founding fathers of fun facing extinction?
We all know and love Chicago, the band that brought us classics like "Saturday in the Park" and "Feeling Stronger Every Day." But with a band that's been around for over 50 years, a question naturally arises: how many of the original members are still going strong?
So, how many original members are left?
This, my friends, is where things get interesting. Buckle up, because we're about to dive into the ever-changing lineup of Chicago!
There's no denying that Chicago has had its fair share of musical chairs over the years. Like a well-oiled roulette wheel, band members have come and gone. (Although, let's be honest, with a name like "Chicago," new members are practically interchangeable, right?)
But fear not, intrepid music fan! A glimmer of hope remains! There are actually four original members who have been with Chicago through thick and thin. That's right, four. Not eight, not ten, but four!
Here's the thing, though: one of those original members, Walt Parazaider (trumpet player extraordinaire), retired in 2017. But let's be honest, retirement for a legend like Walt is probably more like taking long walks on the beach and stopping by rehearsals whenever he feels like it. So, in spirit, we can probably count Walt as an original member.
That brings us to a grand total of... four or five original members, depending on how you define "retired."
Dun dun DUNNNN! Is this the end of an era?
Nah. Probably not. Chicago is a band that transcends mere membership. It's a feeling, a vibe, a way of life. As long as there's a catchy horn riff and a soaring melody, the spirit of Chicago will live on!
So, crank up your favorite Chicago tunes, and let's celebrate the enduring legacy of this musical powerhouse. After all, that's what truly matters!
