I used that subject to justify posting this in Medical for more input.
I listen to music a lot, to quiet myself, to energize myself, to cry, to feel hope, to pray, to carry me from one moment to the next.
I have several favorites I play over and over.
Would love to have a list of songs to burn that I could listen to and pass on to others. It's also a way for us to feel connected because I'll be thinking of the person who suggested it.
My current favorite is "You Are Loved (Don't Give Up) by Josh Grobin.
Carol
Posted by LisaS (Member # 10581) on :
This isn't a well known song, but Daylight by Better Than Ezra is the perfect song when I'm feeling really down. I like Josh Grobin too. And John Mayer.
Posted by Kendrick (Member # 10990) on :
I have about half a baker's dozen songs I listen to. Truthfully, there's too many. Try 'Name' by GooGoo Dolls, What a Wonderful World by Louis Armstrong, or 'Not enough Time' by INXS.
I personally like more rock(it's Jane's Addiction Monday for me tonight), but these songs are good and more relaxing.
Posted by heiwalove (Member # 6467) on :
this is a great topic. music is probably the most essential part of my life, and has been ever since i can remember.
at the moment i can't sleep, and i feel like sharing.. so here are some links to a bunch of my favorite songs, most of which i'd file under the category 'uplifting.' you should be able to download them if you'd like by clicking on the links. (after you click, go to the bottom of the page it takes you to, then click on the file to download it.) **
7. Reva Thereafter, Girlyman. (this song was written by Nate, one of Girlyman's band members. it's about his grandmother, who took her own life last year at the age of 95. she wasn't depressed at all, but she was in severe pain and wouldn't have been able to live on her own anymore; and she had always been in control of everything in her life. beautiful and heartbreaking.)
8. Genevieve, Girlyman. (one of the sweetest love songs i've ever heard.)
9. Video, India Arie. (a great song about positive self image. every teenage girl should hear this song; and i think adults can benefit from her wisdom too!)
10. Big Yellow Taxi, Joni Mitchell. (one of my all-time favorites.)
11. Everything I Need, Melissa Ferrick. (a great reminder to be thankful for what we have.)
12. Winter, Tori Amos. (a reminiscence of childhood. beautiful.) **
enjoy!!
~heather Posted by Robin123 (Member # 9197) on :
I also find some classical music very comforting to listen to. Like Schumann's quintet in E flat. I listened to it over and over when I was sick once, and it carried me through...And Satie's Socrate was relaxing. And unaccompanied Bach string works.
Posted by heiwalove (Member # 6467) on :
mmmm, yes. classical music was my first love.
there is little more beautiful than bach's solo cello suites (i'm a violinist, but i'm partial to his work for solo cello. though his unaccompanied sonatas and partitas for violin are beautiful too).
Posted by Virginia of Yore (Member # 3269) on :
Tim Janis has some nice soothing and uplifting instrumental music, used by many with health problems. Some of his work has been on PBS with beautiful nature videos accompanying the music.
Posted by LisaS (Member # 10581) on :
Ok ladies, how about Andre Rieu? Have you watched one of his dvds? Or listened to one of his orchestras? He puts sexy back into being a conductor! LOL.
Posted by brentb (Member # 6899) on :
"Don't give up" by Peter Gabriel and Kate Bush...song gave me hope when at times I had none.
In this proud land we grew up strong We were wanted all along I was taught to fight, taught to win I never thought I could fail
No fight left or so it seems I am a man whose dreams have all deserted Ive changed my face, Ive changed my name But no one wants you when you lose
Dont give up cos you have friends Dont give up Youre not beaten yet Dont give up I know you can make it good
Peter Gabriel. Love the thread and love that Ani Defranco Music!
Posted by heiwalove (Member # 6467) on :
This is one of my favs. I got in the car, one day and it came on the CD just when I needed it most.
As Bad As It Gets � 1997 Christine Lavin
This is the darkest hour of your longest night you've never been this powerless or prayed this hard for light wish there was something I could do to pull you through but the only who can handle this now is you
This is as bad as it gets if you can make it through this I'm willing to bet that you will make it through anything the world will throw your way this is as low as you've ever been if you can reach deep down tap the power within I know that you will find the strength to make it through this day
This is the coldest night of your bleakest year it's hard to fight all the forces that have brought you here between the anger and pain amid the losses and gains there's a space if you can find it you will rise again
This is as bad as it gets if you can make it through this I'm willing to bet that you will make it through anything the world will throw your way this is as low as you'll ever be if you can stop for a minute and listen to me I know that you will find the strength to make it through this day
Nothing in your life has prepared you for such a troubled time but you're not one to give up or give in when your life is on the line
This is as bad as it gets if you can make it through this I'm willing to bet that you will make it through anything the world will throw your way this is as low as she goes if you can reach deep down tap the power that flows within you I know that you will find the strength to make it through this day and then I know you will be OK you'll be alright don't give up the fight
Posted by trueblue (Member # 7348) on :
This one I'm hoping to be able to sing to each one of you. (and probably myself, too.)
Weather the Storm Ralph McTell
So you're finally over it now. You thought you wouldn't make it, But I knew you would somehow. I guess I knew you could make it in the end And it's good to have you round again old friend.
You weather the storm, You weather the storm. You weather the storm, And you come up smiling in the end.
So, you're over all the disappointments now. You thought you wouldn't make it, But I knew you would somehow. Maybe it still hurts to think of bad times that you spent, But it's over, and you're back again old friend.
Chorus
Into every life, a little rain must fall, And for sure it poured down on you. An umbrella's no good in a hurricane, But just like the sun in the end you come shining through.
Chorus
So, you see, it's getting better now, You look a little battered, But we all do anyhow. When the break is mended it can be stronger than before. Don't go round butting doors or punching walls.
Repeat chorus twice.
Posted by heiwalove (Member # 6467) on :
guaranteed to make you smile.. the incredible bobby mcferrin:
okay, so i know i'm posting way too many times on this thread.. but, for the ani difranco fans, or those who are interested in checking out more of her stuff:
(the last one is politically minded and, um, anti-bush. so if you're super conservative you might wanna skip that one. come to think of it, if you're super conservative you probably won't like ani anyway.)
and this seems like a particularly fitting tribute to post now, given the atrocity that just occurred at virginia tech. *
lastly, you can check out two FREE full-length ani concerts at http://www.fabchannel.com . just type 'ani difranco' in the search bar.
enjoy!
~heather
(edited to add: please ignore most of the comments on the youtube clips. people are just.. incredible. ugh.)
Posted by bejoy (Member # 11129) on :
How could anyone ever tell you You were anything less than beautiful? How could anyone ever tell you You were less than whole? How could anyone fail to notice That your loving is a miracle? How deeply you're connected to my soul.
bejoy
Posted by AZURE WISH (Member # 804) on :
I listen to rock more than anything Mostly I listen to cds
currently mostly to - My chemical romance - AFI - smashing pumpkins - NIN - Nirvana - stone temple pilots
(although I do listen to other things like billie holiday and nina simone, and some classical )
Posted by heiwalove (Member # 6467) on :
up for music lovers Posted by brentb (Member # 6899) on :
quote:Originally posted by heiwalove: okay, so i know i'm posting way too many times on this thread.. but, for the ani difranco fans,
Cant get enough!!! Just wondering if you've heard of the little folk musician Michelle Shocked? Probably have i would guess. My fave is Short Sharp Shocked. All the songs are great but the standout imo is anchorage....classic!
Posted by SunRa (Member # 3559) on :
I love this thread! due to my head sx, I still can't listen to much music these days (especially wacky stuff like Sun Ra Arkestra!!) but it's always been such an important part of my life and it's a wonderful therapy when I can handle it.
thanks for all the suggestions and lyrics above! heather, your song list rocked!! it was nice of you to share the files. I can't wait to listen to the ones I don't know. and I'm gonna bookmark this so I can watch those youtube clips. count me in the ani fan club!! I'll have to look up Michelle Shocked.
using the same file sharing site, here are a couple soul classics that give me hope on dark days:
and many people have a version of this one too, but for you Phish heads out there, here's their rare cover of O-o-h Child Posted by trueblue (Member # 7348) on :
How could anyone ever tell you You were anything less than beautiful? How could anyone ever tell you You were less than whole? How could anyone fail to notice That your loving is a miracle? How deeply you're connected to my soul.
bejoy
Thank you bejoy! I haven't heard this in years and when I was first exposed to it it was the most powerful and important thing I had ever heard.
Posted by catalysT (Member # 10786) on :
Welp, I know EMF's are supposed to be unhealthy, but I just can't get enough mind-numbingly loud electronic music pulsating through my skull and periphery.
In my house I've got a 10" or 12" subwoofer and some satellites, and you can sometimes hear the bass outside of my house with all the windows closed haha.
I've already blown half the speakers in my car, and I've half-blown my headphones. Admittedly I do turn the volume down lower to chill out though.
I love the following:
Psychedelic Trance IDM Experimental Ambient Drum & Bass Dubstep Progressive Trance House Tech House Techno Industrial Acid Jazz Acid House Electro ...etc
...and there's the occasional Rock, Hip Hop, and a lot of other styles that I'll listen to.
Now I'm curious, is anybody else an fan of electronic music here?
Posted by brentb (Member # 6899) on :
quote:Originally posted by catalysT: Industrial
I like it all. Just got turned on to Revolver1010. Kinda Industrial/gothic. very mesmerizing stuff.
Posted by Michelle M (Member # 7200) on :
One word -
Rush.
Slavishly devoted Rush fan,
Michelle
PS That's a Lyme ribbon on the back.
PSS Snakes and Arrows world tour coming to town August 4. Can't wait! Too long since R30!!
PSSS Yes, I should wash my truck sometime. :-)
Posted by brentb (Member # 6899) on :
Naaaah...that truck has character...
At a time in my life (7th grade) Circumstances by Rush ruled my universe! great classic rock.
Posted by Cobweb (Member # 10053) on :
quote:Originally posted by heiwalove: up for music lovers
and me too! Thank you. I was trying to find my way back to this and forgot where it started.
Can't wait to play around with it this weekend. I have more favorites but have to remember where they are,too.
Carol
Posted by Carol B (Member # 9110) on :
So here we are nearly three months later-and I have a refurbished computer I can download music on-with this thread I have lots to keep me busy now-Thanks all.
I lost all my login info-but I found a scrap of paper for my original signin.
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