The Power of Love

Music's power over us can influence and reflect our mood. It's power is truly great. Such is not unlike the influence Chancellor Palpatine had over the young Anakin Skywalker. Certain songs can sadden us enough to run off the road while driving or even spontaneously break out into dance in the middle of Algebra class. Many days I take on a bright, energetic persona similar to the ones projected in the J-Pop (Japanese pop) music I frequently listen to. Then there are days when I'm the "drama queen" and my life is filled with sorrow which is synonymous with one of my favorite bands, the Smiths. My thesis I find true in myself.
A song, my favorite song, I always like to listen to when I'm feeling blue is Don McLean's "American Pie." It is hard to explain how its lyrics and passion just wipe my worries from the slate of my life. "Well, I know that you're in love with him `cause I saw you dancin' in the gym.You both kicked off your shoes. Man, I dig those rhythm and blues," this lyric displays the passion of McLean's writing and vocals. Although maybe that is something that not everyone can see or rather, hear. When I hear him carry that note, I feel as if nothing can stop me. Another musical item I listen to pull me up is a Christian rock band called Superchic[k]. Interesting fact, Superchic[k] is the only non-classic band in my personal top-five and one of two in my top ten. Anyway, it is particularly one album of theirs, "Beauty From Pain." Nine times of ten its songs accomplish the job. All the songs on it were written by the band members to reflect a personal struggle they have had in their own life. I find it rather inspirational. I am not even sure why I listen to depressing bands that just drag me down even further. Some examples of such are the Smiths, Bright Eyes, Dashboard Confessional, Death Cab for Cutie. Although I do suppose there is a point in their gloom, be it commercial or expressive, I am not sure.
On happy days I can have two typical types of music. First, there is music of the fast-paced, dance-till-you-drop kind. Second, there is the variety of music that is the reason I am on my third pair of headphones since Christmas. It is safely assume I am in a joyous state if I am observed electric sliding down the hallway. Lately that particular dance has been done to Aqua's "Lollipop (Candyman)" which is a wonderful little dance tune. The same can be assumed if AC/DC or Dire Straits is heard coming from my side of the classroom, the far side of the classroom. Such is not uncommon. I have had comments about the volume of my music in the auditorium. Also, I would just like to add that "Money for Nothing" has the greatest guitar solo ever.
As previously stated, I believe that music has a power over us. My music can reflect and/or influence my mood. Music can also reflect and/or influence several other things to be verbally explored at a later date. I do believe that music is love and has its own power. So, in conclusion, I'd like to end this with one of my favorite musical quotes from Huey Lewis & the News, "The power of love is a curious thing."