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Tournament: Choose The Album, Then a Song 7: THE END [WINNER INSIDE]
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You only use ' if you're putting a quotation within a quotation.
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ok good to know. I dont remember that from English
I asked for your reading pleasure btw
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Originally posted by Truth Teller
I always count them, but shady introduced that possibility to us, so I shared
But the word limit is not that strict. If you're just 2 words over it, don't sweat it too much
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idk if thats true but i found a way to narrow it down
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You only use ' if you're putting a quotation within a quotation.
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The overload of new knowledge today
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These Dora pictures
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Currently browsing: 5 members (Dollas n Diamonds, VDK, holyground), 2 guests.
i made it
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ok good to know. I dont remember that from English
I asked for your reading pleasure btw
idk if thats true but i found a way to narrow it down
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The AP course I took last year killed me when it comes to this stuff.
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are the reveals being released soon
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I learnt that "the" and "a" may or may not count for the words total
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This would've been useful info a few hours ago.
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This would've been useful info a few hours ago.
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But I don't even know if it's vaild.
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The Struggle To Find a link
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Of course 'a' and 'the' count.
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Guess what! Update on its way.
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Guess what! Update on its way.
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The Struggle To Find a link
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Luckily I already know the album.
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Choose The Album, Then a Song 7: VOTE! [R2]
Welcome to the seventh season of ATRL original game
Choose The Album, Then a Song
The second round is upon us. Are you ready? Can you believe it?
Right on time! The second round is about to start. Choices were made and you had to know the right words to pull this one off... If you didn't, your entry may be missunderstood.
23 albums are still on the run for the throne and after this round only 20 will remain. Will you be one of them? We are about to meet the entries but first we have some unfinished business.
Three amazing albums left us too soon but I didn't forget about them and here's their participation card along with a final comment from the judges:
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Originally posted by igor
I'm surprised to see go you this early, you have always managed to go far in this game!
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Originally posted by Inner Insanity
Another entry I didn't think was too bad. The first round is kind of a make or break one because it really does determine your position for most of the game. It's sad you didn't start on the right foot, but I've seen you do well in this game before so I hope you come back again.
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Originally posted by Element
I was really looking forward to listening to this album, so I am sad to see you go. Thanks for playing, and I hope to see you in a future season.
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Originally posted by Kavish
| sumthintoxic82 - Danity Kane - DK3
I've always liked you as a member, and I felt bad giving you the lowest score. But I think you made a mistake choosing All In A Day's Work. Rhythm of Love would have been a better choice, and your essay wasn't really convincing as well. Sad to see you leave. Hope to see you around. |
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Originally posted by igor
I'm sad you're leaving, I was excited to get to know Tove Lo's album.
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Originally posted by Inner Insanity
This album is so amazing. I'm genuinely upset you're out without having been able to show off the flawlessness of Tove Lo's album. I thought you did pretty well, but what do I know?
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Originally posted by Element
I was definitely not expecting you to leave in the first round. I think your essay was the starting point for something greater, so it is sad to see you get eliminated. Keep writing, and if you play again, sometimes it is better to start off with a more obvious track.
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Originally posted by Kavish
| dwuw - Tove Lo - Queen Of The Clouds
You were 10th on my ranking, so I'm really sad to see you leave especially with an album that had so much potential. I personally found no fault in your song choice because Moments is more referable than Habits. Your essay however was really weak, and that's what I think failed you. Try to better sell your product if you plan on playing next time. Hope to see you around. |
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Originally posted by igor
I'm not into Brandy, but I actually liked your song this round, I thought you'd finally make Brandy last longer in this game.
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Originally posted by Inner Insanity
I was actually excited to see you represent Brandy here because of how passionate you are about her music. It's sad to see you leave so soon, but I hope this makes you stronger and ready to come back next season.
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Originally posted by Element
You and this game just don't get along, do you? Hopefully you can rock a future season. I think you definitely have potential in this game that you just need to tap in to.
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Originally posted by Kavish
| Bey_Rihstan - Brandy - Afrodisiac
Your song lacked a bit of the connection factor for me, in the sense that most people wouldn't relate to that typical type of situation. Although your essay was short, I think you got some points across, but a better defined one wouldn't hurt. I guess that's where you got dragged down. Hope to see you around. |
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Thanks to Element who created the beautiful participation cards! And now... Off to the entries!
T H E R U L E S
For six seasons this game had its ups and downs and to make sure the 'downs' part won't happen again, I had to create a set of rules. So if you're signing up, this means you agree to:
1. DURING THE VOTING PERIOD, YOU'LL HAVE TO CAST YOUR VOTE (OTHERWISE YOU'RE PENALIZED);
2. YOU CAN NOT ASK FANS/FRIENDS TO SAVE YOUR ALBUM;
3. THE JUDGES HAVE TO BE FAIR. IF YOU DETECT BIASNESS OR UNFAIRNESS, LET ME KNOW.
T H E J U D G E S
1. igor
2. Inner Insanity
3. Element
4. Kavish
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T H E E N T R I E S
1. prezli - Nelly Furtado - The Spirit Indestructible: Believers (Arab Spring)
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Originally posted by prezli
There is a song on "The Spirit Indestructible" which is very close to me. No, it's not about love or break-up, it's a bit more complicated. "Believers (Arab Spring)" represents my life. When there are storm clouds over my head, I'm alone like my middle finger, I have to study a lot or don't understand the Math, I listen to this song for inspiration and it always helps me. My favorite part in the song is definitely the refrain because it gives me a boost everytime I hear it. It totally fuels my energy. With this song, I can face all my problems and usually handle them. I want to let the demons go and see the sun behind those dark clouds. I feel the spirit in me.
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2. CrazyCat - Ariana Grande - My Everything: Why Try
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Originally posted by CrazyCat
“Through it all, you could still make my heart skip, heart skip“ Love, yes such an overused theme, but for me “Why Try” is the song that is closest to me. The Ryan Tedder poured lyrics deeply touched me, and actually made me think of my own love life. No matter how hard it is, and how many let downs I have discovered with my loved one I still want to keep her next to me. I could say I walked through the fire and drowned a few time in my tears for her (yes guys do cry) but she still drives me insane, and I couldn’t imagine myself without her. Yes, it does sound like an overused quote that is used in almost all the romantic films, but I can’t help it I just feel that way and this song pictures and shows all the colours of my somewhat special relationship.
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3. VDK - Little Mix - Salute: They Just Don't Know You
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Originally posted by VDK
A while back, one of my closest friends introduced me to his boyfriend. Now, he was closeted…he was closeted for 18 years! but here he was standing with this person and he seemed so happy, so set free. I was totally happy for him, and me and his bf became instant friends. As time went on, the relationship got more serious and it was time to ask him the question, when was he going to tell his parents?? He kept brushing the subject aside for some time until one day, he called me and I could hear he was crying, his parents had totally rejected him and this love. He was heartbroken and he came over to my house. We were talking and my library was on shuffle and this song came on. It hit home IMMEDIATELY! It cheered him up for that time. That night was one of the best nights we had, we laughed so much. Couple of weeks later, I hear FROM SCHOOL that he took his own life. The pressure and the insults from everybody was too much and he just couldn’t handle it. All because they didn’t understand a different kind of love.
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4. Almighty Gaga - Lady Gaga - ARTPOP.: Do What U Want (feat. R. Kelly)
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Originally posted by Almighty Gaga
Gaga explained DWUW as a "**** you" to everyone saying bullscheisse about you, trying to bring you down and tear you away. From the surface, the song doesn't seem as deep or meaningful as it is once you read the lyrics along with the lyrics' explanation from the writer. As someone who suffered from bullying in school a few years ago, this had to be the song I relate the most with.
"I feel good, I walk alone, but then I trip over myself and I fall
I stand up, and then I'm okay, but then you print some **** that makes me wanna scream" is exactly how I felt back in the day. Each time I hear it, I remember the days I arrive to my new school in a good mood just to go through tough words (& sometimes more) that tear me down and ruin the rest of the week for me, then I come back the next week hoping for things to get better, just to get proved wrong again. Thankfully I'm not in that state of my life anymore, but that song was the one that brought back the memories to me.
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5. Penk - Kimbra - The Golden Echo: As You Are
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Originally posted by Penk
A gorgeous orchestral ballad, As You Are always stood out to me on the album next to the many loud and energetic songs. I interpreted it as being about one person who keeps repeatedly hurting the other in a relationship. "Come as you are" to me means being honest and up front with another, rather than putting on a facade. I was in a relationship last year that ended badly, and the song's lyrics remind me of it. The relationship wasn't something I was ready to start, yet she wanted to move fast ("Feelin' forced into the intimate") and she would always be needy while never seeming to listen to me ("More that I'm givin', the more you take"). She always liked to display our relationship, as if it was more for show than for anything else ("I said, "Honey, I wanna find somewhere sacred, away from your flashin' lights") After being betrayed by her repeatedly ("Get comfortable, you're a natural") I finally had to end it. This song reminds me of when I was with her, and how I know I made the right decision to end it, ("But in time, everything must go") as hard as it was.
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6. Dollas n Diamonds - Taylor Swift - 1989: I Wish You Would
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Originally posted by Dollas n Diamonds
Taylor's prowess with a pen is universally renowned but what makes her writing truly special is the way she weaves her words from a dream-catcher capturing your innermost hopes and fears. Mine, like many others about the one "I'll never forget as long as i live"; He was the first, He made me feel things I had never considered before, he fascinated and frustrated me endlessly... and he enjoyed it.
when I'm really upset I wander out into the city at night on a predestined path past his street because it's the closest way to the water, at least that's what I tell myself; He told me he thought of me every-time he drove by mine and I wondered how being someone's fleeting thought made me feel so important.
Fast-forward He shut me out without reason I hung up on him mid-sentence and we stopped speaking. I was bitter and jaded eagerly anticipating "Bad Blood" to pour all my upset and exasperation into but after listening "I Wish You Would" i was filled with a foreign forgiveness I had all but forgotten since. Every verse like reading my own biography, deeper than I'd even acknowledged.This combination of adrenaline and blind optimism inspired a renewed spontaneity which found me standing at his front door
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7. Yvess - Avril Lavigne - Under My Skin: Slipped Away
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Originally posted by Yvess
SLIPPED AWAY
The song's about losing someone special. The sudden death of Avril's grandfather inspired her to write this dark, haunting and powerful ballad that shows her sadness, brokenness and vulnerability effortlessly which what I love from Avril.
It touched my heart when it literally spoke to me by the time I heard it again on my bestfriend's funeral and it still pains me today whenever I hear it. I lost her through a rare blood disease, We had dreams of taking up Nursing & watch Avril's Bonez Tour together. Unfortunately, She died not seeing me as a Nurse now who also saw Avril thrice exactly like what we've planned.
"I had my wake up, Won't you wake up
I keep asking why, And I can't take it
It wasn't fake, It happened, you passed by"
Losing someone can really make you skeptical about happiness. It changes you as a person and I'd like to believe it changed me positively. However, I still think about what could've been if she didn't slipped away that's why this track is so personal because of its heartfelt lyrics, outstanding production and raw emotions that's too good it hurts.
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8. holyground - Lorde - Pure Heroine: Ribs
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Originally posted by holyground
Pure Heroine centers on the theme of youth and growing up, which is right where I relate to. But for Ribs, it explains all the feelings I have towards ageing.
This song talks about how teenagers start to discover that growing old doesn't sound as nice as it seemed to be and how we just want our youth back. Growing up means more responsibilities. We lose our innocence and the world seems more menacing and frightening, contrary to what I wished when I was little. Fresh off graduation from high school, it's like I'm about to be thrown into the fiery pits of real life. Despite there being virtues and benefits of being an adult, it just looks like it's plagued by uncertainty to me.
When I do experience the brunt of real life in the future, I hope to be able to keep a fragment of my innocence, hence why I connect to Lorde so much. She's my age and is taking on the world like other teenagers too. It's almost like we're growing up together, and her lyrics are here to verbalise these thoughts. As perfectly summed by her, "it feels so scary getting old".
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9. Girlicious - Azealia Banks - Broke With Expensive Taste: Luxury
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Originally posted by Girlicious
This song may not be the saddest or most emotional song on the album. Although, I sure as hell can relate to this song and I am sure plenty of you guys can to. This song tells the story of Azealia moving on from a past relationship trying to let go and find someone new but he's always in the back of her mind. This has happened to me too. I was madly in love with someone I was seeing for quite a long time and we had a terrible fight. All of my friends said to move on and that there is plenty of other fish in the sea. I tried, and he was always in the back of my mind. Azealia explains this in the song with the lyrics "Uh, took a trip, took a boat, took three friends. This bitch said it's open season. Miss miss been alone and she been lookin' for some gentlemen." Azealia has gone through exactly what I have gone through. This song does an amazing job of reminding me of my love and heartache with him and lyrically describes the stages of love and pain that you go through while trying to find someone new after having the person you thought was the one. When I am hitting the clubs or at a fun dance gathering to meet new people he will always be in the back of my mind when I am on my quest to find my new luxury.
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10. Truth Teller - Christina Aguilera - Bionic: Stronger Than Ever
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Originally posted by Truth Teller
“In order to please you, I’ve abandoned myself”
This is literally me! That’s what I always do! And it had just backfired in the ugliest way just weeks before Bionic came out, so these words hit home and touched me more than any other Bionic lyric
“I’m stronger than ever, you made me this way”
Although Legend X claims Army of Me from the Lotus mixtape is Fighter 2.0, the title actually belongs to Stronger than Ever. Much like Fighter, X interprets the pain based on the only positive effect it can have ; making us stronger. That’s the purest, smartest and most genuine form of lyrical empowerment imo and Christina pulls it off like no other.
“You punish me for trying to be all that you wanted”
This lyric perfectly describes the frustration of knowing you gave everything you had, yet not only did you receive nothing in return, but you’re being punished too. The soft, victim-like way she sings “what more can I do?” in falsetto just finishes me
Other lyrics that touched me :
“Again I am the child”
“It’s not pretty, the way you criticize me and how it breaks my heart”
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11. Lucky#17 - Tinashe - Aquarius: Far Side Of The Moon
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Originally posted by Lucky#17
I chose this track for this round because from the moment I heard it, I nearly cried just a bit. I can relate to this track because I did have a person in my life who caused me pain because of love. In the song, Tinashe sings "I've been trying for hours to weigh the possibilities / For you and me / What it really take to truly be happy". This lyric in particular describes how each of us felt on lots of nights when we'd be fighting over texts. Another lyric that describes how we'd feel at certain times about the relationship altogether is: "Maybe we could be perfect / Maybe I was mistaken / Maybe it's really worth it". Fortunately, it was all worth it, as we've come out of our struggles better friends then ever. And what's ironic about it all, is like the title ("Far Side of the Moon"), the person moved to a different state now, so I thought that was kinda funny. Overall, the song is one of my favorites on the album, and probably the one I can connect with the most on a personal level because of my experiences with a person in my life.
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12. SailorMoon - Britney Spears - Oops!... I Did It Again: What U See (Is What U Get)
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Originally posted by SailorMoon
The song I decided to use is What U See (is What U Get). I've had a lot of issues within myself about me being comfortable with who I am and how I look. The song has always spoken to me in terms of self image and how people can break or make those images by allowing people to control those views of yourself. Being apart of the gay community those self image issues run more rampant than ever and I've felt the pressure of fitting in with trends within the community. The song represents those issues within boundaries of how someone can control your image but flips them in the light of accepting who you are and if anyone has an issue "they'll be looking for trouble". As time has progressed and as you grow more comfortable with yourself, I think nobody has been able to destroy how I view myself. I know who I am, how I am, and no person (s) will be able to change any of that. I'd hope you all will get the same message as I did and maybe feel the inspiration I felt behind the song.
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13. Luigi - Janet Jackson - The Velvet Rope: You
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Originally posted by Luigi
| Y O U
You can't blame nobody but y o u.
Back when I was just an insecure middle schooler that tried so hard to fit in, I was shocked upon hearing this song the very first time since it seemed like Janet was speaking directly to me. Back then, I felt like I was constantly putting up a facade to make myself be more likable and ended up surrounding myself with people who I shouldn't have really considered my "true" friends. I was just so worried about what everyone thought about me and wanted to feel accepted. With Janet spouting out verses that declared to the listener that you've "Spent most of your life pretending not to be/Not the one who you are but who you choose to be/Learned to survive in your fictitious world..," it almost seemed like Janet took a page right out of my nonexistent diary and tried to inspire me to embrace who I am. This fiery track of inspiration resonated heavily with me and really put things in perspective. Why did I try so hard to be liked? With Janet's question of "Does what they think of your determine you worth?" resonating within my head, the answer couldn't be more clearer: no, it doesn't.
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14. Starships - Miley Cyrus - Hannah Montana 2: Meet Miley Cyrus: I Miss You
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Originally posted by Starships
"You used to call me your angel."
I was around 4th grade when my grandfather passed away. That was the first time I had to deal with one's death. One that I actually knew and meant something to me. I was so young, I did not know what to do. I did not know how to react. Should I cry? Where is he now? Why is everyone else crying? Is he seriously 'gone'? I was well aware of the definition of death, but a part of me thought it only existed in movies. I was young and naive, but then reality hit me like a wrecking ball.
"My heart won't let you go, but I need you to know: I miss you."
It's strange, that phase of my life, how the moment he passed away everything else became depressing and grey. No one was smiling anymore. My dad was sad, my cousins and siblings didn't wanna play with me any more. I was alone most of the time in that phase of my life, I had to meditate because everything had that negative and sad feeling. I would meditate by listening to Avril's "Slipped Away" or this song. Like every other girl, I used to be obsessed with Hannah, and I would listen to her all the time to help myself with life. But generally, I was listening to songs about loved ones passing away. Did it help? I don't know. I just know that it helped me empty all those tears I was shoving down, because no one is calling me 'angel' anymore, only he did.
I miss you so much.
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15. Prismatic - Katy Perry - PRISM: This Moment
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Originally posted by Prismatic
The song I have chosen is This Moment.
In This Moment, Katy tells us that our lives are precious hence we should make use of 'this moment' and not let it go to waste. Instead of conforming to society and trying to achieve what is deemed as ideal, we should follow our heart and do what we actually love, because this is our only chance.
I relate to This Moment as I felt like Katy was giving me advice through this song. Katy sings "Don't let the clock tell you what to do" and I felt exactly like a person who lets the “clock” determine my choices. I was a person who would blindly follow what I'm told to do without hesitation, but through this song, I have learnt to be more discerning in my life and not be a mere follower. I've learnt to treasure my loved ones a lot more and look at the future with an open mind. I've also learnt not to let myself be easily affected by people's nasty remarks.
This Moment is close to my heart and means a lot to me because it has allowed me to view life from a different perspective.
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16. MusicLoverDude - Carly Rae Jepsen - Kiss: Your Heart Is a Muscle
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Originally posted by MusicLoverDude
This song has been my favorite off the album since its release, despite the fact that for around 26 months, I had not been in a relationship to actually relate to the song. During that time, I imagined myself being in Carly's shoes and I always hoped I'd be a supportive boyfriend that could help cheer up a future, lost and depressed boyfriend. This month, I officially got my first boyfriend, Scott. Ironically, I actually think Scott is in Carly's shoes, because while he's really into me and considers me to be a blessing in his life, I feel like I'M the guy Carly is talking about in the song. He's my first relationship, and I'm undecided on whether after December 8th if I want to just be friends or if I want to get more serious with him, but I enjoy being with him and I've been very helpful and supportive of him having the courage to tell his family that he is bisexual as well as helping him become more social. Overall, this song represents the type of boyfriend I wanted to be, but ended up being the opposite when with Scott (most of the time)
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17. Xedretinz Lododnz - Maroon 5 - V: Lost Stars
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Originally posted by Xedretinz Lododnz
I think Lost Stars is the most fitting song for this theme. I really love this song because I feel the words are very deep. For me, this song was about asking God for more time. It's about regretting for something you've done from your past and trying to go back on it but you can't anymore. I don't think it's just a love song. It's a song about identity, a song written for ourselves. Every time I hear this song, I hear love, sadness, fear, faith and perseverance. Just like these verses says:
"And God, tell us the reason youth is wasted on the young, It's hunting season and the lambs are on the run, We're searching for meaning, But are we all lost stars trying to light up the dark?".
It really directs to my life because there's a part on it where I almost lose my path and don't know where to go. No one understands and cares about me. I feel depressed. I started doing things that are against the people around me. I almost destroyed my relationship with them. But someone lights up my path. She taught me that a problem cannot be fixed by another problem. She helped me to develop the better side of me which who I am now. I'm really thankful for her. I was once a Lost Star but now, I am living happily with my loved ones
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18. Bloomers - Baroness - Yellow & Green: Foolsong
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Originally posted by Bloomers
Yellow & Green came to me during the darkest period in my life. I was growing sicker by the day from a mystery illness and wasn't able to find a doctor that could tell me what was wrong. I realized that the only way that I could continue on was to step away from everything I had worked hard to get, I had to give up on my dream job, school, and relationship, one by one, as I became bed-ridden and unable to move.
The only thing I could do all day was listen to music. Yellow & Green first caught my ear with the poppy and energetic songs; but Foolsong in particular just spoke to me in a way no other song ever had. The slowly meandering and nearly aimless shuffle of the song reflected how my life seemed to have no current direction and the lyrics about upcoming storms and digging down seemed tailor-made to how I gave up on everything to work on the seemingly impossible task of getting better. Yet, I knew then I would get better, and I'm much stronger than the old me thanks in part to the song.
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19. e437 - Sia - 1000 Forms of Fear: Dressed In Black
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Originally posted by e437
This is by far the most personal song from the album for me, at least. Even though I have not experienced the pains Sia has been through, with her boyfriend dying and her wanting to commit suicide, I've been through a lot. This song describes what I wanted to have in my low moments - a friend to be there by my side in these times. I have been bullied so many times for being "overweight and ugly" and yes, I have thought about suicidal, but I was just too afraid to do it and, in the end, God gave you the life to live it and not to suffer over any ******** that people say. But, you know, there are some moments when all those voices of the bad people around you come in your mind and you think you're worthless and you don't mean anything to anyone. And yes, as Sia had a friend who saved her, I didn't, I don't think I have a true friend who would just listen without judging, or saying "but, you really are fat"...it's not nice and they don't really try to help you at all.
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20. theREALslimSHADY - Coldplay - X&Y: Talk
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Originally posted by theREALslimSHADY
This song talks in first person, using 'You' and 'I' like an actual conversation and it speaks to me in such a personal manner that i feel exposed when i listen to the song. It taps into all of my thoughts and uncertainties; and i share all of Chris' opinions.
Being an introvert I don't feel the need to surround myself with people but i feel like i have an entire universe inside my head and all i ever want is just someone to share that with. Someone to listen what i am really speaking; Listen to my fears and dreams and understand me without having to explain why.
You keep going through the motions of life not really knowing if it will turn out the way you want. You convince yourself about the decisions you make but you are still scared when you try anything new. This song tells you that its okay to be scared but it shouldnt stop you from doing whatever you want.
All you need is someone to share it with.
"You can climb a ladder upto the sun or write a song nobody has sung or do something thats never been done."
Your life and your universe expands as far and deep as your grasp can reach.
"Lets (just) Talk." cuz its really that easy.
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21. josh_923 - Ed Sheeran - X: Even My Dad Does Sometimes
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Originally posted by josh_923
As a college student in a very demanding university, there have been times in my life when I felt like breaking down, times when I cried myself to sleep, when I wanted to give up, when suicide became an option. With all the stress life gave me, I needed someone to turn to, and since my family lives far away, I had to find someone else to lean on. Luckily, Ed and this album existed. Luckily, Even My Dad Does Sometimes existed. Aside from its relaxing vibe that made me forget the stress for a while, the main reason why I chose this song is because it helped me get past these tough times of my life. It basically reminded me of one thing that I should never forget: I AM NOT ALONE. Yes, there are times when I lose hope, but Ed reminded me to HOLD ON, keep going, that it’s alright to cry, because even the toughest people cry sometimes.
“It’s alright to cry
Even my dad does sometimes
So don’t wipe your eyes
Tears remind you you’re alive.”
Simple lyrics, simple melody, simple meaning, but it has affected my life big time.
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22. Capital B - Alanis Morissette - Jagged Little Pill: You Learn
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Originally posted by Capital B
Having grown up with this song, I've always connected with it deeply. Not because it reminds me of one specific moment of my life, but for an even bigger reason: it aligns with (and has informed!) my entire outlook on life. In "You Learn", Alanis encourages listeners to throw caution to the wind - not to live your life in fear of what "might happen", but rather live fearlessly and bold ("I recommend getting your heart trampled on to anyone"). When something bad does happen - and it will - her lyrics invite listeners to treat each moment of pain as a learning experience ("You live, you learn. You love, you learn, You cry, you learn. You lose, you learn"). Alanis sings about these tough moments allowing us to reflect, better ourselves, and move forward. This song has always resonated strongly with me because it's exactly how I approach my own life. While I can't control what might happen to me, I CAN control how I react. Everyone has a choice: I can sit and wallow in self pity, or I can look at it as a learning experience and move forward with some shred of positivity. Like Alanis, I choose to learn.
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Originally posted by Pedro
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*Indigo + Italic = Vote Accepted
VOTE OFF 4, SAVE 3
REMEMBER: Read the essays (very important this round), listen to the songs and BE FAIR.
DEADLINE: December, 1st
*Thanks to Element for creating the beautiful layout.
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Maybe it was good that Bey_Rih was eliminated, as she got banned today
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SAVE
What U See (Is What U Get)
I Miss You
Slipped Away
OFF
Dare (La La La)
Do What U Want
Lost Stars
Luxury
It was really hard to vote people off this round. and it was kind've hard to save people as well. But I went with Britney because I've hard my share of self-esteem issues related to the gay community. They're Mean Girls with dicks afterall. Avril and Miley I could completely understand as well.
Honorable mentions: Katy Perry, Little Mix, Sia, Lorde
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