Be on
Be on verb - Appear in a show, on T.V. or radio.
Tear
Tear verb - To cause (something) to separate into jagged pieces by violently pulling at it.
Both terms in one sentence
- While it should be a Tear Jerker, it becomes delightfully ironic if you remember that Gonzo was going to be on the cover for the stalled The Muppet Show Season 4 DVD...
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