Many times music has saved my life or at least my sanity.
The combination of instrument and lyrics just has a power to express profound meaning and connect with our deep experiences in ways that other mediums can't quite match. And don't get me started on the power of a well made music video.
There are many songs that have touched, guided and taught me through the years. Change by Blind Melon is one of those that is a masterpiece from beginning to end.
It starts with a line that elegantly expresses the struggle...
"I don't feel the sun's comin' out today..."
And goes on to paint a beautiful picture of melancholy, emphasized by the powerful vocal delivery. It is especially poignant knowing of the vocalist Shannon Hoon's lifelong struggles with depression and addiction that ended in accidental overdose at the age of 28.
The inspiring part is how the song turns it around, acknowledging the struggle but also encouraging us to overcome it.
"Keep on dreamin' boy, 'cause when you stop dreamin' it's time to die"
And ending with the simple and stoic statement.
"When life is hard, you have to change."
Though I would not say that I have had a bad life, it certainly could have been much worse, but I have had struggles both internally and externally.
I credit music with contributing to my resilience, being there when I needed it and providing a well of wisdom that I drink from as often as possible.
"When life is hard, you have to change."
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@schemataobscura,
Hello, my friend. I have been very busy dealing with a trailer that is falling apart, but I wanted to thank you for posting in my community. It only takes a few days of being inactive, to lose track, and then see how many more folks are interacting. But let me just say this...
Music... is indeed, the universal language. And I too, have been fortunate to have certain songs and artists that I feel kept me from going down very dark holes, So... your message rings true and certainly spreads some positive energy. All I would suggest is that you share with your readers what apps or software you have used, to create your graphics. Plagiarism continues to be a very negative thing... and there's plenty of it on the blockchain. Don't give anyone an excuse, to question your content.
I hope you have a great weekend... I look forward to seeing what you have to share next!
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Thank you!
Check out my other posts, i made another one recently about music.
I usually have attributes at the bottom but forgot, thank you for reminding me. I updated it, is it a good format?
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