"Sometimes I can't believe it
I'm movin' past the feeling
Sometimes I can't believe it
I'm movin' past the feeling and into the night"
APATHY, ANGER
"One mistake in a subtle way
Like I'm walking again, all on me
Step slowly, you know that you fall between
Dark places, what a simple web we weave"
INFATUATION, INCERTITUDE
"There's nothing worse than sitting all alone at home
And waiting waiting waiting waiting waiting by the phone
I hope that he's at home waiting by his phone
I wonder if he knows that I want him"
Girlicious
HOPELESS ROMANTIC
See, when I say Hopeless Romantic I don't necessairly mean I fall in love with every person I cross eyes with. I mean alike in this song if I want someone I try to the best of my ability to gain their attention or love. This goes with friends too, or maybe even more than romance. Even when sometimes I get hurt in the long run I keep trying for their attention which is unhealthy but I do it anyways.
CONCEALED DARKNESS
This song means a lot to me, I could really relate to it when I first heard it. I along with so many teens I think can relate to this song. For a long part of my life I tried to be something I was not, and it turned me into something I'm not and there's no going back. I feel the pressure that we have to be 'bad' in society is really a waste for oru youth and unfortuantly I followed that path just for the mere fact that I felt I had to so I would have a satisfifying teenhood. Unforutantly the outcome of this is depression due to looking back and feeling you've ruined your innocence and now you can't go back, and you realize the ugly truth is that you can't.
TRUST ISSUES
Trust has been something I lost at a young age. Growing up I was bullied in elementry school, while when I entered high school I was part of the "cool" crowd I feel I never really have fully trusted someone ever since all the events that have happenned in my life. Now that I am more older and more likeable it feels those that have wronged me in the past want to make it right, which is great. But it still haunts me that I can never fully trust someone and it hurts since it's hard to keep all of your secrets internal and not have that opportunity to share them. I feel that these issues I have with trust will follow me my entire life. But sometimes I think about it and I think maybe this isn't such a bad thing?
JustLuke
Lucy Hale - Road Between
This song is very relateable to me, I'm almost 21 and I still have no idea what I want to achive in life or pursue. I'm still finding my feet and the answers, the answers that I'm afraid of not knowing, but I know it's not suppose to be easy and with time, I'll know.
Lea Michele - Cannonball
Cannonball is a motivating and up-lifting song, it's helped me when I've been feeling down, nervous and unsure about my life. It's like my anthem for this year, as 2015 is when I decided to leave my comfort zone and explore the world. I'm taking my first steps to getting my life on track and seeing what the world has to offer without being scared (well trying to anyway )
Nataha Bedingfield - Unwritten
I feel like this relates to both Road Between and Cannonball, my life is Unwritten, it's up to me what my legacy is and there's still time for me to achieve this. There are questions that I don't have answers to, but if I close the door to my fears and worries, I've got a new beginning to travel the road I'm on and focus on writing my future.
Coldplay's fun, happy, upbeat and uplifting song about turning all your struggles (tear) into something positive and beautiful (waterfall) has been my anthem for the last 4 years. It has helped me go through almost everything. ROCKET by BEYONCÉ
I love sex. It's healthy, it's fun and I'm not ashamed of it. Rocket written by the master of sex songs Miguel and performed by my favorite female vocalist has been my jam ever since that digital dropped MATTER by WILLIAM FITZSIMMONS
I complete my ME trinity with a William Fitzsimmons track to show you that I don't only listen to mainstream music, to show you another genre that I love and most importantly because I adore this singer songwriter and I'm super excited to see him next October.
Darcy Edwards
Part Of Your World (Reprise)
So, I'm pretty thirsty, and there isn't anyone thirstier then Princess Ariel. I mean she gave up ha legs so she get some of Erick DIQUE. Joking aside, I'm a very daydreamer/hopeless romantic person too and I think this song covers my obsession with Dylan O' Brien perfectly!
California Gurls
Raised in California since two years old, how could I sleep on dis? The song is cute, fun, and bubbly and carefree similar to my personality. Plus its all about California so what kind of perfect song to describe me? And the music video is candy inspired, like my favorite thing in the world.
This Is What Makes Us Girls
Overall, I guess one could say I'm a fun and carefree day dreamer who is just looking for ha prince charming. This Is What Makes Us Girls is basically me as a whole, looking for love with my bestest friends getting into trouble and having fun.
Hugamari
ATRL's Holy Trinity
The Me Trinity
(TL;DR: Read bold!)
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So, the first trinity is supposed to be about "me", and what better way to approach the task then to tell you guys about my journey to this point, and where I plan to be in the future!
Even when I was young, I always had an attraction to music; I think, on a subconscious level, I knew music was going to be a huge part of my life. I'd come home from school every day, run inside, and turn my TV on to some Country music; it was my first love, you could say. One of the songs that I really loved was "Oklahoma" by Billy Gilman. It was just something about him being so young (at the time) and so talented that really inspired me, and I believe the impact from that still lingers on to this day! (Fun fact: Billy Gilman came out as a homosexual country singer a while back! Maybe that's why I felt like I connected with him all those years ago? )
A few years pass...well, about a decade, actually, and I'm going through the most awkward phase in any person's life: puberty. However, unlike most boys my age, yet like most of ATRL, I wasn't looking at girls the same way...or even boys. I didn't know if this was just something everyone felt, or if I was different; I just knew I was so lost and confused. Cue pop sensation Ke$ha! She's bold, daring, careless, and embodies the IDGAF attitude. It was her music that helped me so much through life: I credit her for much of my coming to acceptance of what I am, and the revelation of who I want to me, and she forever holds a place in my heart for that. ON WITH THE ENTRY, though, I credit "Boy Like You" by Kesha as the song that really inspired me to pick up songwriting: Simple, catchy, cute, and perfect for all those butterfly feelings my gay ass self would feel for random guys. I knew when I heard it, I wanted to someday write a song like that!
That leads me to what I plan to do. I want to be a writer on a professional level - particularly songwriting. Once I discovered my love for it, I decided to do what it takes to do that. I wrote lyrics like crazy, trying to perfect my craft and find my identity as a writer, and I've even started to learn how to make music for myself, so I have something to write to. My final song in my "me" trinity is a song I actually produced + wrote myself! "I Fell In Love With The DJ" is the perfect song to summarize the type of music I like to make, and I am so proud of it because I never put more effort towards anything in my life; it's my baby! The fact that it's been a relative (to me) hit on Soundcloud (approaching 800 plays!) makes me feel like I didn't completely waste all that time.
Qatari Monster
Qatari Monster's Entry
Depression:
Sia - Breath Me
I chose this song because it tells part of a story I go through every single day, some members may know I'm diagnosed with depression. I get so sad and I try to find someone who would help me get through this but sadly there is no one.
Recovery:
Alesso with Tove Lo - Heroes (We Could Be)
I play this song a lot because there's something to it that makes me feel better about myself and yes I am different but in the good way and I could be whoever I could be.
Happiness:
Taylor Swift - Shake It Off
This is the perfect song that should be in every Trinity! The thing about it is that it relates to me completely, people always talk bad about me in different ways, but I know that no one's words can stop me from achieving everything I dream of.
lovesong
FINDING AN IDENTITY ▲ BELONGING ▲ LIVING TO EXPECTATIONS
"I just wanna feel like I belong"
When it comes to defining me, I feel like I don't necessarily know what, or who to be. In "what's normal anyway", Miguel recounts how he's always been "too far out for the in-crowd" or simply didn't belong anywhere. I guess you could define me by my general lack of definition. I don't fall into any specific category, and in fact tend to blur different groups, part of why I have always felt lost when it comes to friendship.
"You wanna disappear in a crowd"
As mentioned in the previous song, I'd love to be able to have a set identity, one where I can feel like I absolutely belong, the thing is sometimes I feel like I stride the line between extroversion and introversion. I often crave to be in the company of others, but at the same time I often crave to just be by myself. With "Stranger In A Room" I think of how when I'm alone, I feel like I want to be a part of something bigger and better, yet when I'm with people, I just want to be blend in and not be noticed.
"Oh America, can I owe you one?"
So I wanna feel like I belong, but I also wanna be a stranger in crowded rooms. In "Year of the Tiger", a song Annie Clark wrote out of her depression, some of the lyrics that really strike a chord are how it seems she is thinking about the expectations put on her, either by others she is close to, or society, and how it has weighed down on her. This song is one of my personal favourite songs of all time because I often think about it in the context of my own life, where I wonder if I'll ever have a clear definition and if I will ever be able to live up to the expectations set up for me.
MusicLoverDude
Holy Trinity
Happiness
I tend to be a very happy person. It takes a lot to bring me down. Even if I have problems during a day, I can usually just shake it off by walking my dogs or walking to school. And I tend to always find something to do so that I have something to look forward to and be excited about. There's always a chance I'll brighten someone's day by just being happy, smiling, and positive like this song
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ENERGY
For me, my happiness puts me in a position to be energetic. Those dog walks and school walks wake me up, even if its early in the morning. My friends at school will say they are tired, and I usually am not because of the fact that I know how to be energetic, or in the words of Samantha Jade, a firestarter. Samantha herself has stated that this song is about getting the party started and having fun, which describes me pretty well. I was always the first person on the dancefloor at my high school dances and I'm always singing a song lyric or busting a move somewhere in my city. In addition, having energy also gives me the confidence to speak up when I want things to get moving in things I'm passionate towards, or if I just want to do something fun. So I'm pretty thankful to be as energetic as I am
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STRENGTH
Being happy and energetic doesn't mean that I haven't my personal battles with self-esteem and self-confidence. Both Junior High and my Sophomore Year of high school gave me different battles that I had to overcome. This song reminds me of how I would be picked on in Junior High for liking Disney Channel, female artists, The Sims and basically anything "gay" or "girly". It made me insecure about my music taste and I think for few months I also switched over to Nick. The people that picked on me were other students in the Asperger program I was a part of, so by 8th grade, I decided to stop hanging out where they did and went over to where the general kids hung out. And then after 8th grade promotion I went to a different high school than the other kids, and I ended up getting the last laugh because I ended up befriending a lot of people that actually did appreciate me for myself, and ended up being more social than everyone else that was in the program.
But, my struggles weren't over. I realized I was gay in high school, and at the time I didn't know anyone in my city that I could be friends with, so I turned to a gay teen forum to make some. All that did was almost destroy my self-esteem because I would post pics of myself there and most people would ridicule me over my weight and appearance. I almost never got any positive comments and there were even comments that I should kill myself. Some of these comments came from people who were overweight themselves. I would end up crying myself to sleep because these were people that were part of my own community and it made me think that I would never feel better about myself. The worst part is that they had no remorse for what they said to me and they actually put it under "good times" on that site. About a year after I joined, I stopped signing on and removed anything related to them from my gmail. It took me about a year to feel confident about my appearance again. Scars are still there, 6 years later however.
Fight Song to me, describes how I've overcome both of these obstacles in my life to where I feel confident in being myself with the people around me and not feel like I'm ugly. I still have my insecurities though, and it's not just my weight, but I have the courage to not let that affect me and I just go among my life. People doubt me in plenty of things I do, including many people on ATRL, but I don't let that get to me and I just fight on. Eventually I'll find a great guy and maybe I'll have the confidence to actually ask someone out, which I've never done (if you know about my ex, he was the one who asked me out). I'll eventually overcome my fear of rejection and just fight on. As the song says "I don't really care if nobody else believes. Cause I still got a lot of fight left in me".
Happiness, EnergyandStrengthdefine who I am and I appreciate everyone for taking the time to view my trinity into who I am.
prezli
"I'm not obsessed with make up, talk shows, diets"
ANA JOHNSSON - JUST A GIRL ◄
The first song of my trinity is from my favorite singer Ana Johnsson. "Just a Girl" is about a non-typical girl who is not interested in the girly things. This song fits my personality very well because I like/d everything boys like. For example: I played with toy cars as a child, I'm obsessed with superhero comics, I hate wearing skirts, I can't walk in high heels... This may be about to change, and probably will as I'm getting older, but now I like being me and it doesn't mean I'm not a girl. ATRLers usually think I'm a boy and this upsets me because it means they don't know me at all. ►
"No one knows the way I feel a part of me I have to fight"
SMILE EMPTY SOUL - WHO I AM ◄
This song might be generic, but it perfectly represents a period of my life when people tried to push me back and let me down because I was introverted. I got stronger and they aren't a part of my life anymore. I'm a different person now. My journey hasn't ended yet, but I know who I am and what I want to do. I have to learn a lot and open up to the world. I don't want to live an isolated life. As the lyrics says: "Look into their eyes, rip off your disguise, let them see the real you." Bravery is not an easy thing, but if you're surrounded by fake friends, you have to show them who you are inside. One word describes me: confident. ►
"I dare you to lift yourself up off the floor"
SWITCHFOOT - DARE YOU TO MOVE ◄
If I fear of something or fail, "Dare You to Move" always reminds me that I should stand up, move on and everything will be okay. Jon's powerful voice warms my heart everytime I listen to it. This song is actual now because I'm going to be a responsible adult when I finish the university. I want to live life to the fullest but without regrets. I'm trying to find a place where I can be happy and be ready to overcome anything that life throws at me. My favorite line from the song is: "Everybody's watching you now, everybody waits for you now what happens next." It's my self-empowering anthem. ►
Scene.
Me. I Am Scene... The Elusive Homosexual.
I Am... a Warrior.
My life hasn't been the easiest, but one thing that I have never done is give up. No matter what I've had to deal with - depression, anxiety, being mocked and made fun of - I kept my head held high and knew that I would get through the tough times. Kesha's 'Warrior' is the musical embodiment of my inner resilience.
I Am... Unwritten.
For the first time in my life, I have no real direction. I'm not sure where to go, what to do, or who to be around. However I'm excited, because this really is a blank slate; a new chapter of my life and I get to decide how it plays out. It's scary, but I know I'm ready.
I Am... Imperfect
It took a long time to accept who I am. I was always trying to fit into the crowd and do the best I could to make everyone like me. I worked so hard to not let anyone down and be who my parents wanted me to be. It wasn't until recently that I realized, I'm not perfect. I am me... and that's okay.
If you're late, you should still submit and I'll edit you into the post!
Here is my Holy Trinity, I hope it's..... Angelic.
Introversion
"Creep" by Radio Head
This song really speaks to me and my childhood. When I was young, I was bullied for being different from the other children at my school. I cared about my grades, and they called me a try-hard and made fun of how I walked and acted. They made fun of my interests, I was into Anime, playing yugioh, pokemon, and other things people thought were "weird". I also had very bad skin when I was young, and people also made fun of that, calling me very horrific names because of my skin. Because of this, I decided to hide myself, and be introverted. I felt like a creep, I had one good friend that was an "outsider" just like me, and besides him I was alone. This song really speaks to me and my early childhood, and I how much of an introvert I was. "But I'm a creep"
Coming Of Age
Somewhere Over the Rainbow by Judy Garland
This song is the story of many children's childhoods, like mine. Where a lot of times, it can feel like there will be no end. That you will forever be a kid, treated like a kid, have little say like a kid, but someday, that will all change. In the movie wizard of oz where this song's story is told, Dorothy is being treated very poorly and has little to no say in anything, she is very desperate but knows one day that will all change. "Somewhere, over the rainbow, sky's are blue"
Happiness
So Happy I Could Die by Lady Gaga
This song, like it suggests in the title, is being so Happy you could die. Although it's not your typical happy song. It talks more about inner happiness and from non normal ways. It talks about being happy in the club with red wine, touching youself, and all these things. The song is very catchy and sweet and always put a smile on my face and makes me happy when i'm feeling sad. "Eh Eh, so Happy I could die!"
wesleywalrus
Me...I Am wesleywalrus | Wesley's ME Trinity
I'm a college student, and work two jobs. I believe one of the best things to live by is that you have to work hard for what you want. I love buying things and going shopping, and especially spending my money on traveling the world. I believe if you want something, you better go out into the world, and work bitch!
In my life, I've had many ups and downs, like everyone else. However, they've only made me a stronger person physically and mentally. Learning from my mistakes has been an essential part of me being the better person. Everybody cries, and everybody hurts, but it's about how strong you bounce back into the groove.
Like Madonna, I try to live unapologetically. I'm not sorry for the things I've done in my life, and I will not apologize for being myself 100% of the time. Being myself has only made me happier, and has allowed me to truly discover who I am in this life.
feelslikeadream
My ME trinity moves chronologically in two ways:
1. I picked a song that represents each major stage of life (adolescence, teenage years, young adulthood);
2. I chose a song released somewhere around the stage discussed so that the songs get progressively newer (80s, early 00s, 2015).
While the opening lines of “Greatest Love Of All” are perhaps the most remembered, it’s the latter half of the first verse that is most important to me: “Everybody's searching for a hero / People need someone to look up to / I never found anyone who fulfilled my needs / A lonely place to be / And so I learned to depend on me.” Although it was released some time before I was born, I remember seeing the music video a lot, and while the message likely went over my head then, I now recognize its importance. Growing up in a conservative (and dysfunctional) family and peer group that valued heteronormativity, I learned the importance of self-worth quite young, a lesson that has greatly influenced who I am today.
I was in high school when “Put Your Records On” was released. While I spent the 90s listening to Mariah, Brandy, Mary J. Blige, and mostly other R&B artists, I formed a deeper connection to music in my teens, making this song a perfect choice to represent that time, when I began to play guitar, explore music from various genres and decades, and understand the power in identifying with songs. More importantly, the song frames listening to music as both a journey of self-discovery and a means of tuning out the distractions of the real world. Lyrics like “I don’t need to worry” and "sometimes we've got it wrong, but it's alright" are basically my mantras.
If there’s one trait that I think is most important in defining who I am, it’s my optimism; from learning that loving yourself is the greatest love of all in my childhood, to the days as a teen where I listened to music and tuned out family dramas, I entered adulthood with a steely optimism and refusal to treat negative experiences as disasters. This outlook is reflected in “Brand New Pair of Wings,” which also speaks to a more specific moment of my life: the song’s message of a clean start describes the last year of my life, when I moved 1,000 miles away from my friends and family to start school in the Midwest.
Sam
Marina & The Diamonds - "Teen Idle"
There are many things about my life
that I wish I'd done differently. While
not all of the specifics relate to me, I
can identify with this song because
regret is definitely something I find
myself feeling a lot, and I do feel like
I've wasted my youth a bit... it's an
interesting song because it causes
you to reflect. On not just the good
times, but the bad too.
Tove Styrke - "Borderline"
Another thing that defines me is doubt.
This comes in many different forms;
doubting my place in the world is one,
and of course the doubt that most
ATRLers would have felt themselves
at one stage in their lives... you know
what I'm talking about. I've always
been a little bit of everything. There's
never been a clear moment where I've
known 100% who I am.
Katy Perry - "Fingerprints"
This song is kind of where I'm at
today. I feel like I'm letting myself...
and others, down. I finished school
with fantastic grades, but I'm not
going to university, and I'm just
working a job at a grocery store. I
want more than this, I know I'm
worth more than this. I just need
to find a way to get my **** together
and make these changes in my life.
Era
Bey_Rihstan
Bey_Rihstan
Coming of Age - Britney Spears - I'm Not a Girl, Not Yet a Woman
K, so I know this theme was used as an example but I really do think that it fits me & my current "self", I guess. The song is basically about being independent & learning to do things on your own. I identify with this song because as a sheltered 17 year old girl on the cusp of not only adulthood, but womanhood as well & it's time for me to start working my way towards becoming more independent.
Drama-Free - Mary J. Blige - Family Affair
If you've followed me in any other games similar to this nature, you'd know that this, above anything else, is one of my favorite songs ever. I just love its message & can relate to just wanting to have fun & not having drama anywhere in my life every now and then, and as teenage girl - Scratch that, as a teenager period, drama is always right around the corner & waiting to sink its teeth into you. Nothing much to say about this one because it's mostly self-explanatory (well I guess I'm not a girl was too lolz)
Religious - Mary Mary - Shackles (Praise You)
Most people (on & off ATRL) don't know that i'm lowkey religious. Like, Gospel & Christian music gives me life & I do believe in God & that he is a thing. I'm not a crazy christian though. like I don't attempt to sway others of their opinions on God. In fact, i'm kind of a lazy christian. I rarely go to church (like 2-3 times a year, and i haven't been this year) & I pray occasionally. I think I strayed away from the church a little after i was done going to a private catholic school. ANYWAY, this song is one that is very inspirational to me, by Gospel Queens Mary Mary. It's about just believing in god & what he can do for you. It's about making it through a rough time, and it's gotten me through many. I also love the song because like anyone can bop to it, despite their beliefs.
This was my favorite song released in 2014; I Hold On topped my best of and has become one of my favorite songs of all time. I clicked with this song in a way I have with few others. For one, the song has this awesome glistening rock production that sounds as if U2 relocated to Nashville to compose a soaring instrumental as big as the open country for Dierks. Naturally, the song’s instrumental appealed to me since I have always loved rock and country music and I Hold On fuses the two perfectly in my eyes and is a great example of both genres simultaneously operating at their best. Most importantly though, I loved the message of the song and connected with it like I have few others. The song’s message seemed to fit me perfectly. At my core, I am a simple guy; I don’t need much to be happy in life and to be honest, I'm not a big fan of flashy or showy things and I’m happiest when I'm in familiar surroundings with familiar people things. That’s not to say that I don’t push myself or try new things, it’s just that I tend to hold on to a core group of people and things that I always have liked and stay true to my ideals and self and I love that I have a song that speaks to that part of me.
Yes. This is the theme song to Friends. Friends has always been one of my favorite TV shows, one that I feel has shaped my dry sense of humor. I have good memories of watching the show back in the day when it was on, and I still catch re-reuns whenever the show happens to be and continue to watch the show on Netflix. Not only does the show and theme song bring back comforting memories of watching the show with my mom, the theme song's lyrics seem to describe me and my current life more than ever. I may currently be dealing with the horrors and stresses of being in my 20s, but I am a pretty loyal person that will drop anything personally related and do anything for my friends. In addition to speaking to the current me, the song also represents my love for pop-rock music all things cheesy.
This may be a bit of a 180 here and stick out in my entry like a trap song on a straight-up pop album, but I stick with it! Jewels N' Drugs satisfies my need for overI feel like JND represents my weird sense of humor and unique taste well. In person (and on here too, to a lesser extent, I guess), I have a really dry and sarcastic sense of humor; but, I also can be pretty serious in how I conduct myself overall to the point where I don’t think people necessarily expect jokes from me or expect me to be joking (or maybe I’m just bad at jokes! Whatever though! I’ve come to terms with this and refuse to change!). I see something similar in Gaga and how she conducts herself. Sure, she gives serious interviews and conducts herself in a serious way and may speak of high art, Reverse Warholian Expeditions, and all kinds of artsy-fartsy things, only to come off as borderline pretentious and self-serious; but at the same time, she does and says the most ridiculous things which undercuts everything she says. Jewels N' Drugs seems like one of her biggest jokes yet: from the chorus, her overstuffing the song with rappers, the orchestral flourishes, to going on about honey and pancakes, it's all so overblown and ridiculous that I refuse to believe that it was done seriously and I can easily imagine Gaga cackling to herself as she was recording the song. I feel like the song represents the part of me that isn't so serious, the part of me that has a sense of humor and can appreciate an overblown spectacle or make straight-faced jokes (like writing a thesis statement about my feelings on Gaga for a Game's entry about myself_ that may or may not be interpreted the right way just because it's entertaining and fun. All that being said, I also included JND because I like the rap parts and the beat knocks
Lucky#17
“Born This Way” is an anthem for me, for obvious reasons. I remember the song being released in the middle of [when I was in] the sixth grade; I completely had a seizure in the car the Friday morning it premiered on radio. It instantly became my favorite song of all-time to date, and my personal anthem in life. In the sixth grade, I had found myself — I knew I was 100% gay at that point, despite being unsure of my sexuality in the past. The LGBT empowerment in the song helped me accept myself for who I am, and made being gay sound completely human, which it is. It ultimately helped me come out towards the end of the school year too, and just guided me down a path of acceptance so rare and beautiful. It represents the side of me which is fun, cheeky, bold, filled with self-esteem… and ultimately, human. Sonically, Gaga's “Born This Way” is a track that represents my love for Pop music. I will forever cherish this song.
Honestly, I hadn’t heard “Lost Ones” until recently… about December I’d say. I was obliterated on the first listen. Personally, I find myself growing up in the wrong time. As I look around and compare myself to classmates, or teens in general — this generation is so ****ing deteriorated. “Lost Ones” is a fantastic throwback track for me. One of my favorite lyrics is: "It's funny how money change a situation / Miscommunication leads to complication” and "Hypocrites always want to play innocent / Always want to take it to the full out extent / Always want to make it seem like good intent / Never want to face it when it's time for punishment”. Listening to Hill’s lyrics on the track… it sounds like she’s straight-up preaching from a Bible. In a way, the song makes me realize that the important things in life are the simple things. However, in this day and age, you see many teens trying to show off whatever they’ve got on social media, acting very fake for attention / likability, etc. While “Born This Way” is a personal anthem, and displays a more bubbly, confident side of myself… “Lost Ones” is pure education to me, and represents more of the mature, simplistic, appreciative, and even religious side of me. It has taught me how to be authentic and genuine in society, even when people are completely deteriorated. Sonically, Hill’s “Lost Ones” is a track that represents my love for Hip-Hop/Rap music. It is currently my favorite song of all-time.
“Ride” is a very different compared to the two songs listed above. While on this mini-journey, I’ve found exactly where my heart and soul belong, the events that take place in my life are unknown. Ironically, although I am a very clear person (complex, but clear), the things that I go through in my life make me a complete ****ing mess. “Ride” is the song that represents how lost I feel, even in my own life. Through many things such as heartbreak, anxiety, carelessness, recklessness, and depression — my life has been a rollercoaster. In Lana’s voice, I find some sort of pain / lost-ness she salvages. However, I’ve also been blessed with having many things in my life (music, friends, etc.) which have lead me to happiness. I also find a happiness, and comfort when I listen to this song. As hectic as my life, and “Ride”, can be… I always find myself replaying the song to death… just as I find myself on-edge and excited for whatever’s headed my way in life. Sonically, Del Rey’s “Ride” is a track that shows my interest / liking in Alternative music. In this song, I can find that being lost can actually be an amazing thing at times.
DntBeADrag+
The Me Trinity
twenty one pilots - Stressed Out
If I discovered this song earlier, the play count would be even higher. I think that growing up, something that we attain is more self-awareness, and unfortunately, the higher understanding of others' opinions about us can affect us even more. As much as I can put up a poker face, it's hard to block it all out. What also gravitates me to this song are the childhood references, reminding me how fast I'm growing up and the responsibilities I'm going to take upon.
"but now I'm insecure, and I care what people think"
Amanda Palmer - The Killing Type
I love this song.
Even though I don't often voice my opinion, I don't really get swayed by the opinions or "rules" of society. I interpret this song as a way of saying that there are better ways/methods of doing things in life. With the literal lyrics, I connect with this song because I'm not the most spontaneous person out there, usually keeping to myself but at least I'm sane.
Kate Miller-Heidke - Drama (feat. Drapht)
On a lighter note, and more recently, I've become to learn how to better socialize with others and how to reduce the amount of stress I've had for the past few years. I've established a new stance - one that is more confident, bitchy, and sarcastically narcissistic (so only as a joke). There's nothing wrong with the thinking you're the **** sometimes, even when you're just by yourself.
If you're late, you should still submit and I'll edit you into the post!
Kyle.
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