I really love this song. When I was little, I used to listen to Jewel ... anyone know her? My mom had one of her CD's and when I was little I used to put it in and listen to it to put me to sleep ... yeah, even as an eight-year-old I was addicted to music. Of course I was too young to really understand the depth of Jewel's lyrics, but I loved the songs. Anyway, you're probably thinking, "Okay, girl, where you going with this ... " I just think Anna Nalick sounds a lot like Jewel, in my opinion. I'm not sure what about them exactly sounds the same ... just some of the inflections in Anna's voice remind me a lot of Jewel, I guess. Either way, this song is breathtaking. Anna has an amazing voice, and the lyrics of this song are so deep and so pure. Just a really powerful, moving song, with a lot of meaning behind it. The music video is beautiful as well. Here's Breathe (2 AM) by Anna Nalick.
Anna Nalick - Breathe (2 AM) Music Video
Breathe (2 AM) Anna Nalick
2 AM and she calls me 'cause I'm still awake "Can you help me unravel my latest mistake? I don't love him, winter just wasn't my season." Yeah we walk through the doors, so accusing their eyes Like they have any right at all to criticize Hypocrites, you're all here for the very same reason
'Cause you can't jump the track, we're like cars on a cable And life's like an hourglass glued to the table No one can find the rewind button, girl So cradle your head in your hands
And breathe... just breathe Oh breathe, just breathe
May he turned 21 on the base at Fort Bliss "Just a day" he said down to the flask in his fist, "Ain't been sober, since maybe October of last year." Here in town you can tell he's been down for a while But, my God, it's so beautiful when the boy smiles Wanna hold him, maybe I'll just sing about it
Cause you can't jump the track, we're like cars on a cable, And life's like an hourglass glued to the table No one can find the rewind button, boys So cradle your head in your hands
And breathe... just breathe Oh breathe, just breathe
There's a light at each end of this tunnel You shout 'cause you're just as far in as you'll ever be out And these mistakes you've made, you'll just make them again If you only try turning around.
2 AM and I'm still awake, writing a song If I get it all down on paper, it's no longer inside of me Threatening the life it belongs to And I feel like I'm naked in front of the crowd Cause these words are my diary, screaming out loud And I know that you'll use them however you want to
But you can't jump the track, we're like cars on a cable And life's like an hourglass glued to the table No one can find the rewind button now Sing it if you understand
And breathe, just breathe Woah breathe, just breathe Oh breathe, just breathe Oh breathe, just breathe
While their first album was released in 2005, Paramore's second, Riot! (2007), has definantly put this band on the map. I'm actually quite impressed with this group, and their newest album. I had never heard of them until Riot! started becoming so popular, and that's when I decided to check them out. I was instantly surprised that the frontman was not a man at all, but a young woman; how stereotypical of me. I truely am ashamed. But really, it seems there are no mainstream groups out there with female vocals leading the songs; almost all the groups in the punk-rock scene are made up of all guys, and any of the girls in this genre seem to record as an individual artist. After the initial shock wore off, I was quite pleased to see a woman heading an alternative group. Good for Hayley Williams! And boy, once I started listening, I was also impressed by her voice. Hayley sings with a lot of heart, and that shines through in both Paramore's recorded tracks and live shows. Hayley's vocals paired with the rest of the band's talents on guitar and drums make for a really pleasing sound. Put that together with the kind of lyrics this group has come up with, and you've got yourself one heck of an album; and Riot! has proved to be just that, bringing Paramore into the mainstream spotlight and even landing them a 2008 Grammy Nomination for Best New Artist.
Grammy Update, February 13th 2008: Paramore fans will be disapointed to hear that they did not win the Grammy for Best New Artist at the awards on February 10th. Amy Winehouse fans, however, will be delighted to hear that she took the award instead.
Paramore - Riot!
1. For A Pessimist, I'm Pretty Optimistic - A catchy track; a good start to the album. I don't find anything about this track that especially stands out. I think this song gives you a good idea as of what's to come in the album, and the bridge especially gives you a taste for Hayley's vocal talents. 2. That's What You Get - A touch more "pop"-y than the previous track, it's also a more appealing track overall. The lyrics in this one probably mean more to this group's target audience (asking the question, "why do we like to hurt so much?"), and the beat, especially the chorus, is addicting. 3. Hallelujah - A wonderful track. The lyrics to this song are very deep and thoughtful, and the vocals are pure; it seems every note is hit effortlessly. Slightly softer in the beginning, the song picks up a bit after the first chorus and it just grows from there. Whether it has a religious significance to you or not, many people should be able to appreciate this track. 4. Misery Business - The song which may be this group's most popular to date. Probably the most original in sound on the album, this track has you hooked from the opening melody and the driving beat keeps you listening all the way through. The vocals are full of raw emotion, and you feel this song rather than hearing it in most parts. 5. When It Rains - The lyrics to this song absolutely blow me away and make this track one of my favorites on the album. The drum beat and bass line keep this song moving along at a steady pace, and the fading guitar chords add a nice touch. Just a great song overall; softer than the other tracks without sacrificing any of the quality. 6. Let The Flames Begin - Another good, strong track. While the first verse seems soft and you expect another softer track, the chorus proves you wrong. The lyrics in this song are fabulous and are presented with exceptional talent. 7. Miracle! - This song is strong from the opening melody, but if the melody isn't enough to get you hooked, the lyrics will do the trick. Again, these powerful lyrics are presented with enough emotion to really help the listner feel the meaning behind the song. A little different than the others on the album, I really like this track; another of my favorites. 8. Crushcrushcrush - Maybe Paramore's second most popular to date, after Misery Business. The driving beat just makes you want to dance; again, a strong bass and drum line. The chorus is catchy, and I'm in love with the bridge. A track to play nice and loud. 9. We Are Broken - A lovely ballad to quiet things down after the ending of the previous track. The keyboard makes a significant apperance for the first time on the album, and it works wonders for the mood of the track. Throughout the whole first verse, it's as if you're waiting for the song to really begin; but with the first lines of the chorus ... those chords give you chills. Hayley's vocals add a painfully beautiful element that really make this song what it is. 10. Fences - This track picks things up again after We Are Broken. The swing style beat is impossible to ignore; definantly a toe-tapping song. Again, the lyrics are presented exceptionally well, especially at the end of the chorus (this is your night / so smile / 'cause you'll go out in style). This is a fun song to listen to and is another one of my favorites; it gets stuck in my head all the time! 11. Born For This - The echo on the vocals give this track a completelly different feel than the rest of the songs on the album; you can tell the group just had a blast recording this song. Besides the awesome melody and vocals, the lyrics are outstanding as well. A great close to the album.
Paramore sound like a good group? I encourage you to check them out for yourself.
The lyrics for all the songs on the Riot! album as well as Paramore's first album, All We Know Is Falling (2005), plus lyrics for their B-side tracks and more can be found on this website.
And here's the music video for Crushcrushcrush, so you can get a feel for what some of thier songs sound like. Enjoy!
As a new group, I think Boys Like Girls is off to a great start. Their first album, Boys Like Girls (2006), has quite a few great tracks. The Great Escape may be their most popular; I'm sure any fan of mainstream rock has heard this one on the radio. Some of the album's other tracks have gained popularity among fans who wanted to hear more of what this band has to offer; Heels Over Head and Five Minutes to Midnight caught the attention of this new group's growning fan base. My favorite song by Boys Like Girls, however, is Hero/Heroine; specifically, the Tom Lord-Alge Mix. It's a pure, honest song; just kinda makes you feel good. The lyrics are sweet, and the melody and vocals are catchy and present the mood of the song well. And the "newer" version of the music video makes me smile :) Here are the lyrics and new music video to Hero/Heroine. Keep it up, "Boys"; you've definantly on the right track.
Sorry the video quality isn't great :( Best I could find.
Boys Like Girls - Hero/Heroine Official Music Video
Hero/Heroine Boys Like Girls
It's too late baby, there's no turning around I've got my hands in my pocket and my head in a cloud This is how I do When I think about you I never thought that you could break me apart I keep a sinister smile and a hole in my heart You want to get inside Then you need to get in line But not this time
Cause you caught me off guard Now I'm running and screaming
I feel like a hero and you are my heroine
I won't try to philosophize I'll just take a deep breath and I'll look in your eyes This is how I feel And its so so real I got a closet filled up to the brim With the ghosts of my past and the skeletons And I don't know why You'd even try But I won't lie
You caught me off guard Now I'm running and screaming
I feel like a hero and you are my heroine Do you know that your love is the sweetest sin?
And I feel a weakness coming on Never felt so good to be so wrong Had my heart on lockdown And then you turned me around I'm feeling like a new born child Every time I get a chance to see you smile It's not complicated I was so jaded
And you caught me off guard Now I'm running and screaming
I feel like a hero and you are my heroine Do you know that your love is the sweetest sin?
And I feel a weakness coming on Never felt so good to be so wrong Had my heart all locked down And then you turned me around I'm feeling like a new born child Every time I get a chance to see you smile It's not complicated I was so jaded...
I think OneRepublic scored big time with this track, All Fall Down, from their album Dreaming Out Loud (2007). The acoustic opener draws you in, and when the main melody begins, you just get chills; it's simply lovely. I wanna say violin ... but it's not quite right. Maybe a keyboard, set to sound like a violin? The lyrics to this song are fabulous, and the vocals fit the mood of the song so well. Just a really fantastic, beautiful song. While this track is not one of OneRepublic's well-known songs (they're currently enjoying the attention Apologize, which they recorded alongside artist Timbaland, has recieved from fans of both artists), I think this one is a good example of OneRepublic's talents. While they've yet to find a truely unique sound, there's no doubt these guys are on their way. While OneRepublic has not created a music video for this song as of now, I found this video on YouTube which somebody made. It lets you hear the song ... kinda boring, though. So here it is ... All Fall Down by OneRepublic.
OneRepublic - All Fall Down
All Fall Down OneRepublic
Step out the door and it feels like rain That's the sound, that's the sound, on your window pane Take to the streets but you can't ignore That's the sound, that's the sound, you're waiting for
You feel that your will starts crashing down Whenever you're will starts crashing down Whenver your will starts crashing down That's when you find me
Yeah God love your soul and your aching bones Take a breath, take a step, maybe down below Everyone's the same My fingers to my toes We just can't get a ride But we're on the road
If ever your will starts crashing down Whenever your will starts crashing down Whenever your will starts crashing down That's when you find me
Lost 'till you're found Swim 'till you drown Know that we all fall down
Love 'till you hate Jump 'till you break Know that we all fall down
If ever your will starts crashing down Whenever your will starts crashing down If ever your will starts crashing down That's when you'll find (find) me
Lost 'till you're found Swim 'till you drown Know that we all fall down
Love 'till you hate Jump 'till you break Know that we all fall down
All fall down, we all fall down, all fall down We all fall down, all fall down, all fall down
Lost 'till you're found Swim 'till you drown Know that we all fall down
Love 'till you hate Jump 'till you break Know that we all fall down
I stumbled across 30 Seconds To Mars on accident, as I often do. I was actually trying to remember who sang an entirely different song (100 Years was the track ... for whatever reason, 30 Seconds To Mars popped into my head as the artist. It's actually by Five for Fighting. Cummon; one hundred, thirty, five? Give me a break. There were waaay too many numbers going on in my head. I was bound to get confused). So anyway, I'd never listened to 30 Seconds To Mars before, but after their name popped into my head the other day, I decided to look at their album A Beautiful Lie (2005) ... see if they were any good. I was actually very impressed. These guys are very good, indeed. Looking first through the album's lyrics (as always) and then sampling the thirty second preview on iTunes (see this? I have a system when it comes to new music), I decided I definantly need to look further into this group. But the song that stands out for me right now is definantly The Kill (Bury Me). Wow! I am still not very familiar with the band, but I think this song would probably be the best representation of their awesome talent ... any Mars fans wanna back me up on that? And if not this song, which is Mars' greatest? Until I've learned more about them, 30 Seconds To Mars has me sold on the track The Kill (Bury Me), as well as the music video. Any Stephen King fans reading this will recognize several scences from The Shining, especially if you've seen the movie. Even if you can't relate the music video to the movie, it's a beautiful video with enough emotion to give me chills and leave me speechless at the end. I can't wait to look further into this group and see what else they've come out with. For now, here's The Kill (Bury Me) by 30 Seconds To Mars.
30 Seconds To Mars - The Kill (Bury Me) Music Video
The Kill (Bury Me) 30 Seconds To Mars
What if I wanted to break Laugh it all off in your face What would you do? (Oh, oh) What if I fell to the floor Couldn't take all this anymore What would you do, do, do?
Come break me down Bury me, bury me I am finished with you
What if I wanted to fight Beg for the rest of my life What would you do? You say you wanted more What are you waiting for? I'm not running from you (from you)
Come break me down Bury me, bury me I am finished with you Look in my eyes You're killing me, killing me All I wanted was you
I tried to be someone else But nothing seemed to change I know now, this is who I really am inside Finally found myself Fighting for a chance I know now, this is who I really am
Ah, ah Oh, oh Ah, ah
Come break me down Bury me, bury me I am finished with you, you, you Look in my eyes You're killing me, killing me All I wanted was you
Come break me down (bury me, bury me) Break me down (bury me, bury me) Break me down (bury me, bury me)
(You say you wanted more) What if I wanted to break...? (What are you waiting for?) Bury me, bury me (I'm not running from you) What if I What if I What if I What if I Bury me, bury me
This is one of those songs that just strikes a chord somewhere inside of you. Rob Thomas' Ever The Same is simply brilliant. Maybe it's the melody. The keyboard carries most of this song's lovely melody, but the rhythmic trap set and electric guitar chords keep time and add something to this track. Maybe it's the lyrics. The lyrics to this song are beautiful ... a classic love story. He's telling her he'll always be there for her ... he'll catch her every time she falls. Or maybe it's the way these amazing lyrics are presented. Rob Thomas does an outstanding job with this song ... he puts so much emotion into it. Really adds a beautiful element to an already gorgeous song. So, whatever the reason, this song really gets to me. Mabye it does you, too? I watched the music video for the first time today, and I must say I was rather impressed. I love the "sketch"-y special effects (reminded me vaguely of Incubus' Drive music video), and the doves. Just a very nice video, I believe. Anyway. I'm not entirely sure what I love so much about this song, exactly ... just everything together, I suppose. I hope you enjoy it, too. Here's Ever The Same, by Rob Thomas.
Rob Thomas - Ever The Same Music Video
Ever The Same Rob Thomas
We were drawn from the weeds We were brave like soldiers Falling down under the pale moonlight You were holding me Like someone broken And I couldn't tell you, but I'm telling you now
Just let me hold you while you're falling apart Just let me hold you and we'll both fall down
Fall on me Tell me everything you want me to be Forever with you, forever in me Ever the same
We would stand in the wind We were free like water Flowing down Under the warmth of the sun Now it's cold and we're scared And we've both been shaken Look at us, man This doesn't need to be the end
Just let me hold you while you're falling apart Just let me hold you and we'll both fall down
Fall on me Tell me everything you want me to be Forever with you Forever in me Ever the same
Call on me I'll be there for you and you'll be there for me Forever it's you Forever in me Ever the same
You may need me there To carry all your weight But you're no burden, I assure You tide me over With a warmth I'll not forget But I can only Give you love
Fall on me Tell me everything you want me to be Forever with you Forever in me Ever the same
Call on me I'll be there for you and you'll be there for me Forever it's you Forever in me Ever the same Forever with you Forever in me Ever the same
Our first request on music.is.life! For the longest time, I thought about creating an email account for the sole purpose of receiving requests from our readers about what songs to post about on music.is.life ... but then I thought, wait. This is supposed to be about Reno and my favorite music ... it's not exactly a critic site so much as our own expression of our favorite songs. Read the subtitle; "a collection of our favorite songs, artists & albums". But I suppose "our" is a rather vague, nondescript term ... Anyway. In the future, I might consider starting an email account where people can request songs, but for now ... this site will stay request-free. With this one exception.
We got this request via comment on one of our other posts, and turns out, I actually like this song; Holiday by Green Day. This is one of the rare occasions where I like a song purely for the melody. Sure, some of the lyrics in this song are pretty deep (I like hear the sound of the falling rain / coming down like an Armageddon flame and i beg to dream and differ from the hollow lies an awful lot) but as a whole, I don't think this song is stellar as far as a deep, meaningful message. However, the melody is extremely addictive, and I think it's got some pretty good guitar solos as well. For me, this is a song for a certain mood ... when I really feel like punching someone out, you'll find this one blaring on my iPod. It's not one I'll turn on just for the sake of it ... I need to feel it. Anyway. This post was a little different than most. I don't really have much to say about this song except, well, I like it. I just kinda do.
Please note that while I can censor the lyrics to this song, I have no way of censoring the music video. Obviously. Part of me didn't want to post the video, but after talking about how I only liked the song for the melody ... just posting the lyrics seemed silly. However, I think I'll try and keep this site as clean as possible. So, find the video yourself if you really want to. Besides, I couldn't find one with any decent video quality on YouTube.
So, here's the lyrics. Sorry my better judgement can't bring me to post the video. Hope ya'll will forgive me.
Holiday Green Day
Say, hey!
Hear the sound of the falling rain Coming down like an Armageddon flame (Hey!) The shame The ones who died without a name
Hear the dogs howling out of key To a hymn called "Faith and Misery" (Hey!) And bleed, the company lost the war today
I beg to dream and differ from the hollow lies This is the dawning of the rest of our lives On holiday
Hear the drum pounding out of time Another protester has crossed the line (Hey!) To find, the money's on the other side
Can I get another Amen? (Amen!) There's a flag wrapped around a score of men (Hey!) A gag, a plastic bag on a monument
I beg to dream and differ from the hollow lies This is the dawning of the rest of our lives On holiday
(Hey!) (Say, hey!)
(3,4)
"The representative from California has the floor"
Sieg Heil to the president Gasman Bombs away is your punishment Pulverize the Eiffel towers Who criticize your government Bang bang goes the broken glass and Kill all the ***s that don't agree Trials by fire, setting fire Is not a way that's meant for me Just cause, just cause, because we're outlaws yeah!
I beg to dream and differ from the hollow lies This is the dawning of the rest of our lives I beg to dream and differ from the hollow lies This is the dawning of the rest of our lives
This masterpiece was nominated for Song of the Year for this year's Grammy awards, and with good reason ... the Plain White T's scored big time with this track, double featured in their albums All That We Need (2005) and Every Second Counts (2006). A Song of the Year nomination is based strictly on the songwriters, and it was frontman Tom Higgenson's lyrics that landed the Plain White T's a spot in the Grammy nominations. The painfully sweet lyrics to this song actually came to Tom after meeting & falling for Columbia University steeplechase runner Delilah DiCrescenzo (pictured). So, in the words of Tom Higgenson, "Delilah, here's to you"; you're the inspiration to what may be a Grammy-award-winning song. The Plain White T's just might "be making history" with a Song of the Year award, and "it's all because of you". And even if Hey There Delilah falls short of a Grammy title - it does have some tough competition, such as Carrie Underwood's Before He Cheats and Rhianna's Umbrella, featuring Jay-Z -, it's already become a favorite to many Plain White T's fans who also enjoy a good, honest love song. Here's the music video and could-be award winning lyrics for the song Hey There Delilah, performed by the Plain White T's. Is this track worthy of Song of the Year? You decide for yourself. But either way, the story behind these lyrics should be enough to warm your heart.
Grammy Update, February 13th 2008: I hate to be the bearer of bad news; Hey There Delilah did not win Song of the Year at the Grammy Awards on February 10th. Instead, the award was given to Amy Winehouse's Rehab, which was written and performed by Amy herself.
Plain White T's - Hey There Delilah Music Video
Hey There Delilah Plain White T's
Hey there Delilah What's it like in New York City? I'm a thousand miles away But girl, tonight you look so pretty Yes you do Times Square can't shine as bright as you I swear it's true
Hey there Delilah Don't you worry about the distance I'm right there if you get lonely Give this song another listen Close your eyes Listen to my voice, it's my disguise I'm by your side
Oh it's what you do to me Oh it's what you do to me Oh it's what you do to me Oh it's what you do to me What you do to me
Hey there Delilah I know times are getting hard But just believe me, girl Someday I'll pay the bills with this guitar We'll have it good We'll have the life we knew we would My word is good
Hey there Delilah I've got so much left to say If every simple song I wrote to you Would take your breath away I'd write it all Even more in love with me you'd fall We'd have it all
Oh it's what you do to me Oh it's what you do to me Oh it's what you do to me Oh it's what you do to me
A thousand miles seems pretty far But they've got planes and trains and cars I'd walk to you if I had no other way Our friends would all make fun of us And we'll just laugh along because we know That none of them have felt this way Delilah I can promise you That by the time we get through The world will never ever be the same And you're to blame
Hey there Delilah You be good and don't you miss me Two more years and you'll be done with school And I'll be making history like I do You'll know it's all because of you We can do whatever we want to Hey there Delilah here's to you This one's for you
Oh it's what you do to me Oh it's what you do to me Oh it's what you do to me Oh it's what you do to me What you do to me
I know I've already made a post for MCR's song Welcome to the Black Parade, but I made that post before I fell in love with this group's other amazing songs. Later I posted about I Don't Love You after falling in love with the music video. Now that I've purchased almost the entire album off iTunes and become obsessed with almost every track, I feel like writing an album review for My Chemical Romance's latest album, The Black Parade ... otherwise, I may end up writing individual posts for each track, and this just seems much easier.
There really is not a weak track on this album. This group is extremely talented, and it's as if they don't enter the recording studio or set out to film a music video unless they feel strongly about the song and are willing to put in one hundred and ten percent in order to make it the best it can be. And, so far, this passion for their work has produced brilliant songs, albums and music videos time and time again. Not to sound biased or anything (they are my favorite band, after all) ... but I think these guys are simply amazing, and The Black Parade certainly doesn't disappoint. While I enjoy some tracks more than others for personal reasons, I think the album as a whole is simply spectacular. Another thing I find interesting about this album is that is has a ... "plot", almost. The entire album is basically the story of a man - often referred to as "the patient" - who is dying of a terminal illness. Some songs - such as Cancer and Dead! - are obviously referring to death, but the relevance of others - such as Teenagers and The Sharpest Lives - are less obvious, and you have to think a little harder about how they tie in to the patient's story. I find the fact that this album is all tied together very unique, very creative ... I've never heard of it being done before, and I like it.
Interested in hearing more MCR? I encourage you to find out more about them; they really are an amazing band.
The lyrics for all the songs on all of My Chemical Romance's albums and more can be found on this website.
The songs on MCR's album Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge (2004) are amazing as well. Two I'd recommend looking into are Helena and The Ghost of You.
I'll also post the music video for Famous Last Words so you can listen to one of their darker, harsher tracks. Even if you don't like this song, I'd encourage you to look at My Chemical Romance's other tracks; they are unique in that they are not afraid to try out different styles, and they are talented enough to pull of each one quite nicely. So, please, take a listen, and tell me what you think.
My Chemical Romance - Famous Last Words Music Video
Wow ... that was a hideously long review. My appologies :)
Reno introduced me to this song, and I really love it. I believe the message in the lyrics of this song is fairly straight and to-the-point, although I think the lyrics could mean a slightly different thing to everyone who listens to the song. And although the lyrics may be rather repetitive, the band presents this song in a way that keeps the sound from getting old. I also really enjoy the music video - a lot of emotion in this video, and it really ties in with the song lyrics quite nicely. I think the different scenarios in this video are also an example of how these lyrics could mean something unique to different people. Here is the music video and lyrics to Rooftops (A Liberation Broadcast) by Lostprophets.
Lostprophets - Rooftops (A Liberation Broadcast) Music Video
Rooftops (A Liberation Broadcast) Lostprophets
When our time is up When our lives are done Will we say we've had our fun?
Will we make a mark this time? Will we always say we tried?
Standing on the rooftops Everybody scream your heart out Standing on the rooftops Everybody scream your heart out Standing on the rooftops Everybody scream your heart out This is all we got now Everybody scream your heart out
All the love I've met I have no regrets If it all ends now, I'm set
Will we make a mark this time? Will we always say we tried?
Standing on the rooftops Everybody scream your heart out Standing on the rooftops Everybody scream your heart out Standing on the rooftops Everybody scream your heart out This is all we got now Everybody scream your heart out
[x2] Standing on the rooftops (Wait until the bombs drop) This is all we got now (Scream until your heart stops) Never gonna regret (Watching every sunset) We'll listen to your heartbeat (All the love that we found)
Scream your heart out Scream your heart out Scream your heart out Scream your
Standing on the rooftops Everybody scream your heart out Standing on the rooftops Everybody scream your heart out Standing on the rooftops Everybody scream your heart out This is all we got now Everybody scream your ...
I'm not really a fan of James Blunt, but I think he did a nice job with this song, titled Same Mistake. I think the lyrics are absolutely beautiful, and I think his unique voice adds an emotional element that really fits the song. I'm not very fond of the music video, but if you wish to see it, you can watch it on YouTube. I will post the lyrics, because, as I said, I think they are very very good. Enjoy.
Same Mistake James Blunt
Saw the world turning in my sheets And once again, I cannot sleep Walk out the door and up the street Look at the stars beneath my feet Remember rights that I did wrong So here I go
Hello, hello
There is no place I cannot go My mind is muddy but My heart is heavy, does it show I lose the track that loses me So here I go
oo oooooo ooo ooo oo oooo...
And so I sent some men to fight And one came back at dead of night Said he'd seen my enemy Said he looked just like me So I set out to cut myself And here I go
oo oooooo ooo ooo oo oooo...
I'm not calling for a second chance I'm screaming at the top of my voice Give me reason, but don't give me choice 'Cause I'll just make the same mistake again]
oo oooooo ooo ooo oo oooo...
And maybe someday we will meet And maybe talk and not just speak Don't buy the promises 'cause There are no promises I keep And my reflection troubles me So here I go
oo oooooo ooo ooo oo oooo...
I'm not calling for a second chance I'm screaming at the top of my voice Give me reason, but don't give me choice 'Cause I'll just make the same mistake again
There are a few reasons why I wanted to post the lyrics and music video for MCR's I Don't Love You on this site. One, because I'm completelly in love with the song (MCR in general, really). Two, because I think the video is very well made and interesting to watch. But third, and probably most importantly, I think this video is an extremelly good example of Gerard Way (lead singer...) and his absolutely amazing talent. He is a phenomenal singer, and not only because he has a good voice... part of what makes Gerard amazing is the fact that he puts his heart and soul into every song. He's got a passion for what he does, and that really stands out. And in his music videos, you can see how much Gerard puts into his music... it's very similar to a good actor getting "in character" before a movie shoot. This is very obvious in the video for I Don't Love You. This is I Don't Love You by My Chemical Romance... a beautiful song, and a prime example of Gerard's unparalleled talent.
My Chemical Romance - I Don't Love You Music Video
I Don't Love You My Chemical Romance
Well, when you go Don't ever think I'll make you try to stay And maybe when you get back I'll be off to find another way
And after all this time that you still owe You're still the good-for-nothing I don't know So take your gloves and get out Better get out While you can
When you go Would you even turn to say "I don't love you Like I did Yesterday"
Sometimes I cry so hard from pleading So sick and tired of all the needless beating But baby when they knock you Down and out It's where you outta stay
And after all the blood that you still owe Another dollar's just another blow So fix your eyes and get up Better get up While you can Whoa, whooa
When you go Would you even turn to say "I don't love you Like I did Yesterday"
Well come on, come on
When you go Would you have the guts to say "I don't love you Like I loved you Yesterday"
I've been in an extremelly musical mood today; might be that fact that I've spent all day (literally...) putting songs old & new onto my new iPod nano video that I got for Christmas... :D I'm a very happy girl. Anyway. My girl Reno had the song Your Guardian Angel by The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus on her phone (MP3 compatible), and I wanted to listen to it, but I didn't get a chance, and then forgot about the song entirely... until today, when I was browsing iTunes' collection of Red Jumpsuit songs. I found that song, then purchased both the audio track and the music video... Oh. My. Word. I was blown away. I dunno, maybe it was just the mood I was in, but this song completelly got to me. I actually started shaking when I watched the music video for the first time... the combination of amazing lyrics, melodies, and vocals, plus the visual effects of the video (stunning!) had me on complete sensory overload. 'Cause I'm wierd like that. But the lead singer (don't know his name... my appologies) obtains a haunting feel to his voice as he sings this beautiful love song, and it literally took my breath away. The acoustic guitars complete the mood, but at the end of the song, when the song explodes with electric guitars... wow. Anyway. Here's Your Guardian Angel by The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus. This has to be one of the best songs I've heard in a very long time.
The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus - Your Guardian Angel Music Video
Your Guardian Angel The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus
When I see your smile Tears run down my face I can't replace And now that I'm strong, I have figured out How this world turns cold and it breaks through my soul And I know I'll find deep inside me I can be the one
I will never let you fall I'll stand up with you forever I'll be there for you through it all Even if saving you sends me to heaven
It's okay It's okay It's okay...
Seasons are changing And waves are crashing And stars are falling all for us Days grow longer and nights grow shorter I can show you I'll be the one
I will never let you fall I'll stand up with you forever I'll be there for you through it all Even if saving you sends me to heaven
'Cause you're my, you're my, my... My true love, my whole heart Please don't throw that away 'Cause I'm here... for you Please don't walk away and Please tell me you'll stay... here
Whoa-oh Stay Whoa-oh
Use me as you will Pull my strings just for a thrill And I know I'll be okay Though my skies are turning gray
I will never let you fall I'll stand up with you forever I'll be there for you through it all Even if saving you sends me to heaven
I will never let you fall I'll stand up with you forever I'll be there for you through it all Even if saving you sends me to heaven...
It's Christmas Eve! Merry Christmas everybody!!! And what would a blog about music be without a few Christmas songs??? ;) I know. I hate Christmas music to; it's just way overdone. When they start playing Christmas songs the day after Thanksgiving, you're fed up with it by the time Christmas comes around! But I feel slightly oblidged. So here's my favorite Christmas song, Carol of the Bells... with a twist.
I heard this song for the first time today, and I am nowhere near dissapointed. I was hooked was soon as I heard the lyrics and i don't want the world to see me / 'cause i don't think that they'd understand, and as I listened further, I was drawn in by the singer's amazing, passionate voice and the melodies, which were executed beautifully. At that point, I got to thinking "...who is this amazing band?! Why havn't I heard of them before?!" Then I looked up those lyrics, discovered the song... and laughed out loud. The Goo Goo Dolls? Are you kidding me? I had heard of them before, but never even given them a chance; who could take a group with a name like that seriously? But let me tell you, I've been thoroughly humbled; a true "don't-judge-a-book-by-its-cover" moment. Never again will I underestimate a band because of their name. So, do yourself a favor; take a moment to hear Iris; even if the group's name makes you laugh. The music video is simply spectacular.
The Goo Goo Dolls - Iris Music Video
Iris The Goo Goo Dolls
And I'd give up forever to touch you 'Cause I know that you feel me somehow You're the closest to heaven that I'll ever be And I don't want to go home right now
And all I can taste is this moment And all I can breathe is your life 'Cause sooner or later it's over I just don't want to miss you tonight
And I don't want the world to see me 'Cause I don't think that they'd understand When everything's made to be broken I just want you to know who I am
And you can't fight the tears that ain't coming Or the moment of truth in your lies When everything feels like the movies Yeah you bleed just to know you're alive
And I don't want the world to see me 'Cause I don't think that they'd understand When everything's made to be broken I just want you to know who I am
...
And I don't want the world to see me 'Cause I don't think that they'd understand When everything's made to be broken I just want you to know who I am
I just want you to know who I am I just want you to know who I am I just want you to know who I am
I wouldn't exactly call myself a Good Charlotte "fan", considering I've only ever heard a handful of their songs, but the songs I have heard have caught my attention; one being their "dance floor anthem". The lyrics to this song may hit home for some people, but I believe what makes this song so great is its addicting beat; it really is a song for the dance floor. And I absolutelly love the very beginning; the opening is a little more rock than the rest of the song, and I like it. Here's Good Charlotte's I Don't Wanna Be In Love (Dance Floor Anthem).
Good Charlotte - I Don't Wanna Be In Love (Dance Floor Anthem) Music Video
I Don't Wanna Be In Love (Dance Floor Anthem) Good Charlotte
She’s going out to forget they were together All that time he was taking her for granted She wants to see if there’s more than he gave she’s looking for
He calls her up He’s trippin' on the phone now He doesn’t want her out there And alone now He knows she’s movin' it Knows she’s using it Now he’s losing it She don’t care
Everybody put up your hands Say I don’t wanna be in love I don’t wanna be in love to the beat now If you’ve got nothing left Say I don’t wanna be in love I don’t wanna be in love Back it up now You’ve got a reason to live Say I don’t wanna be in love I don’t wanna be in love Feelin' good now Don’t be afraid to get down Say I don’t wanna be in love I don’t wanna be in love
He was always giving her attention looking hard to find the things she mentioned He was dedicated By most suckers hated That girl was fine But she didn’t appreciate him
She calls him up She’s tripping on the phone now He had to get up And he ain’t comin' home now He’s tryin' to forget her That’s how we come with him When he first met her When they first got together
Everybody put up your hands Say I don’t wanna be in love I don’t wanna be in love feel the beat now If you got nothing left Say I don’t wanna be in love I don’t wanna be in love Back it up now You got a reason to live Say I don’t wanna be in love I don’t wanna be in love Feelin' good now Don’t be afraid to get down Say I don’t wanna be in love I don’t wanna be in love
To the beat (x3) You got nothing to lose Don’t be afraid to get down
We break up It’s something that we do now Everyone has got to do it sometime It’s okay, let it go Get out there and find someone
It’s too late to be trippin' on the phone here Get off the wire You know everything is good here Stop what you’re doin' You don’t wanna ruin The chance that you got to find a new one
Everybody put up your hands Say I don’t wanna be in love I don’t wanna be in love feel the beat now If you got nothing left Say I don’t wanna be in love I don’t wanna be in love Back it up now You got a reason to live Say I don’t wanna be in love I don’t wanna be in love Feelin' good now Don’t be afraid to get down Say I don’t wanna be in love I don’t wanna be in love
...what can I say? I just really love this song. It's hard core in classic Bon Jovi fashion, and I really enjoy the music video as well. The lyrics are powerful and speak a good message of not being afraid to live life your own way. My favorite part of this song, other than the lyrics, may be the keyboard part... wow! So, here it is; It's My Life, by Bon Jovi.
Bon Jovi - It's My Life Music Video
It's My Life Bon Jovi
This ain't a song for the broken-hearted No silent prayer for the faith-departed I ain't gonna be just a face in the crowd You're gonna hear my voice When I shout it out loud
It's my life It's now or never I ain't gonna live forever I just want to live while I'm alive (It's my life) My heart is like an open highway Like Frankie said I did it my way I just wanna live while I'm alive It's my life
This is for the ones who stood their ground For Tommy and Gina who never backed down Tomorrow's getting harder make no mistake Luck ain't even lucky Got to make your own breaks
It's my life And it's now or never I ain't gonna live forever I just want to live while I'm alive (It's my life) My heart is like an open highway Like Frankie said I did it my way I just want to live while I'm alive 'Cause it's my life
Better stand tall when they're calling you out Don't bend, don't break, baby, don't back down
It's my life And it's now or never 'Cause I ain't gonna live forever I just want to live while I'm alive (It's my life) My heart is like an open highway Like Frankie said I did it my way I just want to live while I'm alive
It's my life And it's now or never 'Cause I ain't gonna live forever I just want to live while I'm alive (It's my life) My heart is like an open highway Like Frankie said I did it my way I just want to live while I'm alive 'Cause it's my life!
I know there has already been a post made on music.is.life about this song (Rascal Flatts' version has been featured on this site), but yet another version of this song has been recorded; this time, by dance diva CASCADA. A lot of people may not enjoy this version of What Hurts The Most, which has been sung a thousand times over by various artists in a wide range of genres. Some people may argue that CASCADA's trademark dance club style, was not true to the powerful and moving lyrics of this song. I thought I would be one of those people. Surprisingly, I actually enjoyed CASCADA's version of this song almost more than Rascal Flatts', although I must admit the country stars' video blows CASCADA's out of the water. I've already fallen in love with this song, as much of the music world has. Now, let's fall in love all over again with a quick listen to CASCADA's powerful remix.
CASCADA - What Hurts The Most Music Video
What Hurts The Most CASCADA
I can take the rain on the roof of this empty house That don't bother me I can take a few tears now and then and just let them out I'm not afraid to cry every once in a while Even though goin' on with you gone Still upsets me There are days every now and again I pretend I'm okay But that's not what gets me
What hurts the most Was being so close And having so much to say And watchin' you walk away Never knowing What could have been And not seein that lovin' you Is what I was tryin to do
It's hard to deal with the pain of losing you everywhere I go But I'm doin' it It's hard to force that smile when I see our old friends and I'm alone Still harder Getting up, getting dressed, living with, this regret, but I know If I could do it over I would trade, give away, all the words, that I saved, in my heart That I left unspoken
What hurts the most Was being so close And having so much to say And watchin' you walk away Never knowing What could have been And not seein that lovin' you Is what I was tryin to do
I'm not afraid to cry every once in a while Even though going on with you gone Still upsets me There are days every now and again I pretend I'm okay But that's not what gets me
What hurts the most Was being so close And having so much to say And watching you walk away Never knowing What could have been And not seein that lovin' you Is what I was tryin to do
What hurts the most Was being so close And having so much to say And watchin' you walk away Never knowing What could have been And not seein that lovin' you Is what I was tryin to do
My favorite part of this video? When CASCADA is getting her tattoo (the classic heart with a banner reading Unbreakable) and when the wall is seperating her and the guy who broke her heart. If you arn't fond of this dance club style of this song (and I have a feeling many people won't be), there's an alternative; CASCADA sung a "candlelight remix" of What Hurts The Most, similar to what she did for her song Every Time We Touch. To hear the CASCADA's What Hurts The Most: Yanou's Candlelight Mix, watch this video. This is not the music video for the remix, but gives you a chance to hear the song.
Leave a comment and let us know what you think of this new version of a very popular song!
...I love this song. That's all there is to it. It's just a fantastic song... the lyrics are so powerful and speak of strength and courage in the most unbearable of situations. I personally like a certain version of this song better... the version with the screaming. I like the screaming... if the vocalist is screaming and pulling it off well, he's obviously got a lot of passion behind what he's saying, and I like that. It really brings a song together and works beautifully with this song. I was dissapointed that the screamo version is so much shorter (2:50 compared to the radio edit which passes the three minute mark), which forced me to sacrifice quality for quanity; better version vs. longer version. No matter which version you chose, this really is just an amazing song. So, as always, I'll post the music video and lyrics. The video I found on YouTube is yet another version of this song... I think this may be the original, actually. This version includes a screamo bridge, but lacks the screaming at the end of each chorus, like my version has. Still an awesome song and a great video. Here it is; Face Down by The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus.
The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus - Face Down Music Video
Face Down The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus
Hey girl you know you drive me crazy One walk puts the rhythm in my head Still I'll never understand why you hang around I see what's going down
Cover up with make up in the mirror Tell yourself it's never gonna happen again You cry alone and then he swears he loves you
Do you feel like a man When you push her around? Do you feel better now As she falls to the ground? Well I'll tell you my friend One day this world's going to end As your lies crumble down A new life she has found
A pebble in the water makes a ripple effect Every action in this world will bear a consequence If you wait around forever you will surely drown I see what's going down
I see the way you go and say you're right again, Say you're right again, Heed my lecture
Do you feel like a man When you push her around? Do you feel better now As she falls to the ground? Well I'll tell you my friend One day this world's going to end As your lies crumble down A new life she has found
Face down in the dirt, she said This doesn't hurt, she said I finally had enough
(Screaming) One day She will Tell you That she Had enough It's coming round again
Do you feel like a man When you push her around? Do you feel better now As she falls to the ground? Well I'll tell you my friend One day this world's going to end As your lies crumble down A new life she has found
Do you feel like a man When you push her around? Do you feel better now As she falls to the ground? Well I'll tell you my friend One day this world's going to end As your lies crumble down A new life she has found
Face down in the dirt, she said This doesn't hurt, she said I finally had enough
I am completelly in love with the song Welcome To The Black Parade by My Chemical Romance. I think it's just such a powerful song; as the lyrics describe, this song really is an anthem. Reno let me hear the original version of this song rather than the radio edit, and although some people don't like the screaming, I enjoy it; not just in this song, but others too (such as Face Down by The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus; a post on that song to come!). I think the screaming just adds a sense of passion to the song, and it especially fits Welcome To The Black Parade. So, here is the music video (for the original version, not the radio edit) and lyrics to this fantastic song. At first I didn't think I was going to like the music video, but in the end I really enjoyed it. Anyway, here it is, curtosy of MCR.
My Chemical Romance - Welcome To The Black Parade Music Video
Welcome To The Black Parade My Chemical Romance
When I was A young boy My father Took me into the city To see a marching band He said, "Son when You grow up Will you be The saviour of the broken, The beaten and the damned?"
He said, "Will you Defeat them Your demons And all the non-believers The plans that they have made? Because one day I'll leave you A phantom To lead you in the summer To join the black parade."
When I was A young boy My father Took me into the city To see a marching band He said, "Son when You grow up Will you be The saviour of the broken The beaten and the damned?"
Sometimes I get the feeling She's watching over me And other times I feel like I should go And through it all, the rise and fall The bodies in the street And when you're gone we want you all to know
We'll carry on, We'll carry on And though you're dead and gone, believe me Your memory will carry on We'll carry on Until my heart I can't contain it The anthem won't explain it
A world that sends you reeling From decimated dreams Your misery and hate will kill us all So paint it black and take it back Let's shout it loud and clear Defiant to the end we hear the call
To carry on We'll carry on, And though your dead and gone, believe me Your memory will carry on We'll carry on And though you're broken and defeated Your weary widow marches on
And on we carry through the fears The disappointed faces of your peers Take a look at me 'Cause I could not care at all
Do or die You’ll never make me Because the world Will never take my heart Go and try You’ll never break me We want it all We want to play this part
I won’t explain Or say I’m sorry I’m unashamed I’m gonna show my scar Give a cheer For all the broken Listen here Because it’s who we are
I'm just a man I'm not a hero Just a boy Whose meant to sing this song I'm just a man I'm not a hero
I Don't Care
We'll carry on We'll carry on And though you're dead and gone, believe me Your memory will carry on We'll carry on And though you're broken and defeated Your weary widow marches on
Do or die You’ll never make me Because the world Will never take my heart Go and try You’ll never break me We want it all We want to play this part
I won’t explain Or say I’m sorry I’m unashamed I’m gonna show my scar Give a cheer For all the broken Listen here Because it’s who we are
I'm just a man I'm not a hero Just a boy Who had to sing this song I'm just a man I'm not a hero
I have to say that Cauterize is one of my favorite rock bands. Their songs are always fantastic, and their lyrics are so powerful - a huge plus for me. Personally, a song can have the most amazing melody, but if the lyrics suck... I just won't like the song. Cauterize always has strong lyrics, and when paired with their amazing talents with instruments and vocals, it just gives you an all-around great group to listen to. This may be old news by now, but I only recently learned the Cauterize had broken up as a band. This was extremelly upsetting news for me, as I enjoy their music so much. After hearing this, I decided to make an almost commemorative post on music.is.life for this group.
Most of my favorite Cauterize songs are from their first album, So Far From Real (cover art above left), but some tracks from their newer albums have caught my attention too. My current favorite Cauterize songs include...
From So Far From Real (2003); Choke, Killing Me, I'll Cry Tomorrow, Taste Of Tears From Paper Wings (2005): Closer, Paper Wings, Porcelain
A lot of Cauterize's other songs are amazing too, along with all of their lyrics... but for time's sake I will not list them all! I encourage you to check out this band if you like a good rock sound paired with beautiful lyrics. To give you a taste, I'll post the music video for Choke, which is probably my favorite Cauterize song of them all.
Cauterize - Choke Music Video
Choke Cauterize
There's nothing that I can say To make you want to stay here with me forever There's nothing that I can do To make you want me like I need you to I need you to
Just give me one last chance to say this Just give me one last chance to say what's on my mind And I will get it right
If I could only get my head above the water for a moment (a moment of your time) But you seem so strong and I can't hold my breath for long Have you ever tried to scream under water? You'll choke
You said I always sang too loud To sing you a love song Well I save my soft voice for the things I really mean You always said I had a hard time Saying what's on my mind Well, here it goes, I hate you For what you've done to me
Just give me one last chance to say this Just give me one last chance to say what's on my mind And I will get it right
If I could only get my head above the water for a moment (a moment of your time) But you seem so strong and I can't hold my breath for long Have you ever tried to scream under water? You'll choke
When the last word's been said And the last tear's been shed I will miss you, miss you, my friend And I can't tell you lies Even after all these years I still cry
If you liked that, I encourage you to check out more Cauterize lyrics and to do your own listening to music by this awesome group. Cauterize fans new and old can appreciate the music they did put out before the end of their relatively short-lived career. Goodbye, boys - new Cauterize music will be dearly missed.
Hmm... Not entirely sure what compelled me to post about this song tonight. I just think it's a beautiful song, with amazing lyrics too, and besides that, it's been stuck in my head all day. So, here it is, It Ends Tonight by The All-American Rejects.
The All-American Rejects - It Ends Tonight Music Video
It Ends Tonight The All-American Rejects
Your subtleties they strangle me I can't explain myself at all And all the wants, and all the needs All I don't want to need at all
The walls start breathing, my mind's unweaving Maybe it's best you leave me alone A weight is lifted on this evening I give the final blow
When darkness turns to light It ends tonight, it ends tonight
A falling star, at least I fall alone I can't explain what you can't explain You're finding things that you didn't know I look at you with such disdain
The walls start breathing, my mind's unweaving Maybe it's best you leave me alone A weight is lifted on this evening I give the final blow
When darkness turns to light It ends tonight, it ends tonight Just a little insight won't make this right It's too late to fight, it ends tonight, it ends tonight
Now I'm on my own side It's better than being on your side It's my fault when you're blind It's better that I see it through your eyes
All these thoughts locked inside Now you're the first to know
When darkness turns to light It ends tonight, it ends tonight Just a little insight won't make this right It's too late to fight, it ends tonight
It ends when darkness turns to light It ends tonight, it ends tonight Just a little insight won't make this right It's too late to fight, it ends tonight, it ends tonight Tonight, insight When darkness turns to light it ends tonight
Hey guys I would like to post some lyrics of some of the best "Hero" songs that I've heard. I know there's tons of others with incredible lyrics, but these songs you HAVE to have, or at least hear, so please enjoy some very moving lyrics and take a minute to remember the heros in your life...
Hero - Enrique Iglesias
Would you dance if I asked you to dance? Would you run and never look back Would you cry if you saw me crying Would you save my soul tonight? Would you tremble if I touched your lips? Would you laugh oh please tell me these Now would you die for the one you love? Hold me in your arms tonight?
I can be you hero baby I can kiss away the pain I will stand by you forever You can take my breath away
Hero - Mariah Carey ( I would love to post this whole song cuz the lyrics are just too good, but here's a link to the video instead - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlS8Oerx8o )
And then a hero comes along With the strength to carry on And you cast your fears aside And you know you can survive So when you feel like hope is gone Look inside you and be strong And you'll finally see the truth That a hero lies in you
Hero - Superchick
You could be a hero, Heroes do what’s right, You could be a hero, You might save a life, You could be a hero, you could join the fight, For what’s right, for what’s right, for what’s right...
Reno recently introduced me to the music of Enrique Iglesias, and although I haven't heard much of his music yet, I must say what I have heard has me hooked. He is an amazing vocalist and his lyrics are beautiful. I really can't wait to hear more from this amazing artist; at this time, my favorite of his songs include Somebody's Me, Tired of Being Sorry, Escape, and Hero. However, the main purpose of this post isn't entirely about Enrique. The first time I ever heard Enrique's Somebody's Me, I had an instant, strong deja-vu; his voice reminded me so much of somebody else's! His inflections and the passion in his voice was very similar to one of my favorite vocalists, Celine Dion. I asked Reno if she thought the same thing, and she agreed; the two sounded very similar. My sister's response, however, was the one that proved me and Reno weren't the only two who thought this. I was playing Somebody's Me on the computer, and my sister suddenly looked up and asked "Wait...why is a guy singing Taking Chances?!" It's true; these two songs sound eerily similar. Take a look - er, listen - for yourself.
I was reluctant to post the music video for Somebody's Me on a blog where anyone could see it because the video is not exactly "kid friendly" ;) So, instead, please click here to hear a thirty second preview of the song. This actually worked out nicely, because those thirty seconds are exactly the part of the song that reminds us of Taking Chances; the first few lines of the chorus, specifically (somebody wants you / somebody needs you / somebody dreams about you every single night).
Celine's video is one I could post. However, I could not find the official video in a version I could embed onto this blog, so I had to settle for a different video, with the same song. Now, pay close attention; after listening to the chorus of Somebody's Me, see if it reminds you at all of the first chorus of Taking Chances (what do you say to taking chances / what do you say to jumping off the edge)...
Creepy, huh??? Even if these two songs sound eerily similar, there is no doubt that both Enrique and Celine are outstanding artists with their own unique styles. And I have to say, I am now a fan of them both.
K cowgirl we need a little diversity in this blog cuz I aint no country bumpkin. Our new Christian artists seriouslly rock as we know but there's nothing like old, classic rock. So check out these songs, I can assure you, though the bands themselves may me more degrading then playboy, all these lyrics are totally clean, and a lot of them actually very very pretty.
Guns 'n Roses - *November Rain (the prettiest song EVA! maybe) *Sweet Child 'O Mine (the coolest guitar parts eva) *Don't Cry (vocals aren't incredible but the lyrics are) *Paradice City (opposite, lyrics stink but the beat rocks!)
Black Sabbath - *Iron Man
Kansas - *Carry On My Wayward Son *Can't Cry Anymore (depressing, but amzing lyrics) they have a lot of GOOD songs there's too many to write, I'll get on that =)
Led Zepplin - *Stairway to Heaven (every iPod needs that song...)
Red Hot Chili Peppers - (too many good songs again, I promise I'll get back to them too)
And then here's some newers songs that I am so in love with....
Plain White T's - Hey There Delilah Red Jumpsuit Apparatus - Face Down Linkin Park - Faint, Breaking the Habit, What I've Done, In the End, and lots more Nickelback - If Everyone Cared, also Photograph and some otheres are alright Good Charlotte - I Just Wanna Live
So that should keep you busy for a while. Those are from the top of my head so I'll sit down with Edward (my MP3 player) one of these days and just list awesome songs lol.
By the way Axl Rose was HOT in his 20s in case you care, and also you should know their songs are cursed; I went walking outside once, this month lol, and November Rain came on and it started pouring, then another time I was upset and about to just bawl and "Don't Cry" came on. So I'll be back....still gotta overpower the actually good county songs on here.......
In my list of favorite rock bands, I must say Finger Eleven is pretty high up there. I first heard their music on a video game, actually - the snowboarding game 1080: Avalance features a lot of their songs as background music. After hearing them on the game, I was impressed by their music and was interested in hearing more. I have yet to explore the rest of the band's songs, but my favorites at the present time are definantly Other Light, Good Times, and Conversations, all featured on the video game.
Here is the music video for Good Times, which might be my favorite of their songs right now. The video isn't too exciting, but it gives you a chance to hear the song. I've got the lyrics for the song posted, too. Rock on!
Finger Eleven - Good Times Music Video
Good Times Finger Eleven
Something has stuck in underneath my skin Eyes all looking in for something within Somewhere in here
Now everything I say gives this all away Senses deadened again Nothing lives today Not in here
Here in your head
Careful what you’re feeling on the inside You should try to remember the good times and the high life Are you feeling alright?
Felt that I belonged And now I feel that gone Where it all went wrong I traced it all along Back here again
There was something calling me to negativity Dark covering me Shrouding every scene I’m cast in
Careful what you’re feeling on the inside You should try to remember the good times and the high life Are you feeling alright?
Careful, when you're feeling, out of your mind You should try to remember The storm lines, in the spotlight, till you're feeling, all right.
Please answer I’m calling just to find out If you could be here for me when I crack The answer came I found it buried in the trash there I saw it stare…
Careful what you’re feeling on the inside You should try to remember the good times and the high life Are you feeling alright?
Careful, when you're feeling, out of your mind You should try to remember The storm lines, in the spotlight, till you're feeling, all right.
Careful what you’re feeling on the inside You should try to remember the good times and the high life Are you feeling alright?
Taylor Swift; when she's good, she's really good. When she's not... This young country star made her debut with Tim McGraw, the song that really put her in the spotlight. The soul-filled melodies and deep lyrics of this song really worked well for the young artist, and I believe this type of song is more Taylor's style. I bet a lot of people were shocked (I know I was!) when they purchased Taylor's debut album and heard some of her more upbeat tracks; the difference in styles was staggering. Here is an album review for Taylor's self-titled album. While much of it may sound negative, I want to say I am a big fan of Taylor's music, and feel she has a lot of potential. However, I think a lot of the tracks on this album were forced or just simply thrown together. Since Taylor wrote or co-wrote all the lyrics herself (which is admirable, I believe), all of the songs are geared toward an audience of teenage girls; while some of her lyrics are deep and thoughtful, some may seem too much like typical high school drama. In the end, I think Taylor is very much a "love her or hate her" kind of artist, with her vocals being the deciding factor. Anyway, here's the review.
Taylor Swift - Taylor Swift
1. Tim McGraw - her first, and one of her best, for sure. The vocals in this song are pure and not forced, which is more than can be said about later tracks. This song of summer love & loss hit home for a lot of teenage girls out there; just a great track. 2. Picture To Burn - not my favorite. I believe the lyrics are immature (so go and tell your friends that I'm obsessive and crazy / that's fine; I'll tell mine you're gay) and she definantly forced a country sound into her vocals that doesn't come naturally, and at points her voice gets pitchy. On a plus side, it does have a catchy beat, if you like that real country sound. 3. Teardrops On My Guitar - Without a doubt her best song to date. This song is just absolutely beautiful. The lyrics are so powerful, and the melodies & harmonies are gorgeous. It is obvious that Taylor's voice is more natural in this track than in others. My favorite of her songs, by far. 4. A Place In This World - good, but not greats. I like the lyrics, which speak of a young woman, well, trying to find her place in the world. Taylor's vocals arn't 100% in this track, but nothing stands out as being terrible. A pretty decent song, really. 5. Cold As You - another one of my favorites. I really like the melody, and Taylor's vocals arn't bad either. I think the vocals in this song are powerful as well. Taylor's vocals come naturally in this track as well. 6. The Outside - unlike a lot of her more upbeat songs, Taylor actually pulls this one off without her voice getting too pitchy. It's a shame she couldn't get the best of both worlds; great lyrics & vocals in one song. While the lyrics of this song may not be as powerful, it's not enough to completelly ruin the track. 7. Tied Together With A Smile - beautiful, powerful lyrics make this song amazing. Taylor's vocals are nice in this song as well, and while some people may not enjoy the true country sound of this track's melodies, I think it adds an element to this heartbreaking song. 8. Stay Beautiful - I was actually dissapointed by this track. I read the lyrics online and expected it to be a slow, deep song like some of her others. Instead, this track turned out be be fast-paced, with Taylor's vocals sounding only slightly forced. I think the lyrics of this song are really what saved it; they're the only reason I still listen to it on occasion. 9. Should've Said No - a surprisingly good track. The only "angry" track on Taylor's album, the young artist actually pulled off the mood remarkably well. At points her voice gets slightly pitchy, but for the most part, this is a very nice song. I really love the melody. 10. Mary's Song (Oh My My My) - I havn't actually listened to this track all that much, quite simply because it just didn't appeal to me at first. I think this is a song that could grow on you with time, but isn't a stand-out. I do like Taylor's voice on this track, and the lyrics are pretty deep too. 11. Our Song - this track is just now making its debut on the local radio stations, mostly by request. It isn't a bad song; the lyrics are alright and the melody isn't bad either. It kind of falls apart at the very end, when Taylor forces a very specific sound onto her voice in the last chorus (when we're on the phone and he talks real slow / 'cause it's late and his momma don't know). Other than that one part, the song is pretty tolerable, overall.
If you're interested in Taylor's first album, here are some links that you may want to check out.
The lyrics to all the songs on Taylor's debut album can be found here.
I will also post the music video for what I believe is Taylor's best song; Teardrops On My Guitar. Not only is this a beautiful song, but the music video is fantastic as well.
- Keep checking back for updates in the new "Then & Now" series; a look back in the archives of this blog, talking about cowgirl4christ's opinions on several artists then ... and now.
- Mott The Hoople's song, All The Young Dudes
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Music expresses that which cannot be said and on which it is impossible to be silent. ~ Victor Hugo
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