Alright, so I've always seen myself as quite the cynic. Honestly, it's what made me ME. I'm sure you're all thinking right now "Why would somebody pride themselves on being cynical? It's such an awful trait." Well, for me it was good. It built a wall for me. It kept people I didn't want in out. And the sarcastic air I had about me is what brought the humor to my life. It's what made people laugh. But I realized something today. I'm not the cynic I always thought I was. What kind of genuine cynic would watch a movie like Marley & Me and be bawling by the end. What respectable cynic would look at friends relationships and think how happy they are for them? And how they hope it will last forever because they seem so happy and content in the moment every time you see them together. Now, this does not make me a romantic, but it does mean I seem to have some kind of heart. *Pause for reaction*
I know, shocking. Most people who know me seem to think I'm a bitch who must be a robot of some sort because she's never really been into all that warm and fuzzy emotion bull shit. Well, it turns out we were all wrong. I do have a soft spot. And it is becoming more and more apparent to me each day. My heart goes out to those whose have recently been broken. Christ, I cried at that last video I posted for you all. I don't know where it's coming from, but I'm surprisingly okay with it.
Now, I'm not a complete mush, I still do look at both sides of things. I'd consider myself more of a realist now than a cynic. I see things in a real light, as they are, but that doesn't change the hope I have for things to turn out for the best. Maybe I would have noticed these qualities more in myself if I hadn't been so stifled in high school, but I guess we'll never know. At least I'm recognizing them now though.
Melt Your Heart - Jenny Lewis
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Big Strong Girl
I honestly don't know what to write about....
I've been listening to The Weepies a lot, hence the title. As I say every time, if you don't know them, get to know them. They are a great band and you definitely won't regret it.
I guess I can talk about a video I recently saw that inspired me. We see those kids on youtube who lipsync or even sing along to their favorite songs, mostly musicals, and we get a kick out of it because they are usually pretty fucking bad. However, there's this ten year old kid who has recorded himself doing a ton of songs from In the Heights and he is good at it. And he loves it. When I was looking at Lin-Manuel Miranda's youtube page I noticed he had put up a new video called In the Heights...Dreams Come True. I did not expect what I saw. I'm not even going to try to explain what transpired here, I'm just going to post the video and hope that you are as touched as I was. There need to be more people in the world like this.
I've been listening to The Weepies a lot, hence the title. As I say every time, if you don't know them, get to know them. They are a great band and you definitely won't regret it.
I guess I can talk about a video I recently saw that inspired me. We see those kids on youtube who lipsync or even sing along to their favorite songs, mostly musicals, and we get a kick out of it because they are usually pretty fucking bad. However, there's this ten year old kid who has recorded himself doing a ton of songs from In the Heights and he is good at it. And he loves it. When I was looking at Lin-Manuel Miranda's youtube page I noticed he had put up a new video called In the Heights...Dreams Come True. I did not expect what I saw. I'm not even going to try to explain what transpired here, I'm just going to post the video and hope that you are as touched as I was. There need to be more people in the world like this.
Monday, January 5, 2009
It's Been A Long Day...
So it has been quite some time since I last posted on here. In fact, the last time I posted I put up that fun little mix tape which has unfortunately been taken down because the website was deleted. Anyways, it's nice to be back.
Today was a good day...One Tree Hill and Gossip Girl are back! Yay Monday nights!!
Now that we're over that, I'm going to write something real. Something that you might care about too, but if you don't what's the difference? I was watching One Tree Hill today, and I must say it was a particularly good episode. The last little montage they did (why must you always end with one Mark Schwann?) had a wonderful song to accompany it. All I knew was what the announcer told me afterwards-that music featured on the episode was by [insert artist names here] and Rosi Golan. Taking a wild guess, I assumed she was the one behind this song that I was so drawn to. Well, my gut was right...for once. I found this song "Been A Long Day" on iTunes and I knew I had to download it. I honestly have had it for maybe a little more than ten minutes and this is already my fourth time listening to it. Have you ever connected with a song like that? Tell me if you have. I mean it. When I ask these questions I really do want to know the answers. I want to know who is reading this and what they have to say or how they weigh in on what I feel. Anyways. I owe you all an iTunes Roulette, don't I? I guess I can pay up....
1. Rise - Eddie Vedder
This man was robbed of an Oscar in a way last year... Now, I love The Swell Season and I love Once equally. I also think they were so deserving of the award, but they should have just called it a tie. How could the voters honestly say that "Falling Slowly" was better than anything in Into the Wild. Hell, I don't even think that's the best song in the movie, but it was the most advertised. Anyway, moral of the story is, even if you didn't love Pearl Jam, give Eddie Vedder's music a listen. I can guarantee you'll find something special about it.
2. You - Atmosphere
I'll admit it, I do not know this song all that well. Nor am I too familiar with the group. I've listened to them in passing, but never really listened. This song makes me want to give a closer listen.
3. Come Undone - Robbie Williams
Do you ever feel like your life is collapsing in on you? I used to. I used to all the time. I would listen to this song and I'd feel so much better because I felt like somebody understood how I felt. Maybe now you can use it for the same thing.
4. Hotel Chelsea Nights - Ryan Adams
Oh Ryan Adams, can you do no wrong?
5. All This Beauty - The Weepies
I love The Weepies. They can make the happiest music or the saddest music or even the most surprisingly thought provoking music. If you don't know them, get to know them. You'll be doing yourself a favor.
6. Scotland - Jeremy Lloyd
This song brings back so many memories of the greatest summer of my life up to this point. In all honesty, I didn't think I'd ever be that happy again. But I was proven wrong. I found that happiness, and more, at college. I hope just knowing the joy that listening to this song brings me makes you feel that happiness too.
P.S. Jeremy, who was a fellow Govie, has a wonderful debut EP for sale on iTunes. Check it out by clicking here.
7. Lovesong Of The Buzzard - Iron & Wine
The very first Iron & Wine song I heard. I believe it was because I picked up an issue of SPIN magazine with The Conchords on the cover and I found out that it was a magazine I really loved. I found at least one song from every band they praised within the magazine. This was one of the songs they recommended, and I can see why.
8. Far More - The Honorary Title
Another song good old Mark Schwann introduced me to. I had heard a lot of buzz about The Honorary Title, but I never really caved in to the pressure to listen to them. I'm not sure why though. I really do like their music.....
a lot.
9. I Gotcha - Lupe Fiasco
I challenge you to not want to smile or at least sway back and forth in your chair when you listen to this. That's why I love Lupe Fiasco.
10. San Francisco - The Weepies
Another song by The Weepies. This is my favorite of the moment. Maybe it's the mellow, but positive melody that's also a little bit sad at the same time. Maybe it's the gorgeous lyrics. You decide. Here's the lyrics, just to clear up any questions about them.
And just because I love you and I know you love me too....a special treat. But please, buy her other songs.
Been A Long Day - Rosi Golan
Today was a good day...One Tree Hill and Gossip Girl are back! Yay Monday nights!!
Now that we're over that, I'm going to write something real. Something that you might care about too, but if you don't what's the difference? I was watching One Tree Hill today, and I must say it was a particularly good episode. The last little montage they did (why must you always end with one Mark Schwann?) had a wonderful song to accompany it. All I knew was what the announcer told me afterwards-that music featured on the episode was by [insert artist names here] and Rosi Golan. Taking a wild guess, I assumed she was the one behind this song that I was so drawn to. Well, my gut was right...for once. I found this song "Been A Long Day" on iTunes and I knew I had to download it. I honestly have had it for maybe a little more than ten minutes and this is already my fourth time listening to it. Have you ever connected with a song like that? Tell me if you have. I mean it. When I ask these questions I really do want to know the answers. I want to know who is reading this and what they have to say or how they weigh in on what I feel. Anyways. I owe you all an iTunes Roulette, don't I? I guess I can pay up....
1. Rise - Eddie Vedder
This man was robbed of an Oscar in a way last year... Now, I love The Swell Season and I love Once equally. I also think they were so deserving of the award, but they should have just called it a tie. How could the voters honestly say that "Falling Slowly" was better than anything in Into the Wild. Hell, I don't even think that's the best song in the movie, but it was the most advertised. Anyway, moral of the story is, even if you didn't love Pearl Jam, give Eddie Vedder's music a listen. I can guarantee you'll find something special about it.
2. You - Atmosphere
I'll admit it, I do not know this song all that well. Nor am I too familiar with the group. I've listened to them in passing, but never really listened. This song makes me want to give a closer listen.
3. Come Undone - Robbie Williams
Do you ever feel like your life is collapsing in on you? I used to. I used to all the time. I would listen to this song and I'd feel so much better because I felt like somebody understood how I felt. Maybe now you can use it for the same thing.
4. Hotel Chelsea Nights - Ryan Adams
Oh Ryan Adams, can you do no wrong?
5. All This Beauty - The Weepies
I love The Weepies. They can make the happiest music or the saddest music or even the most surprisingly thought provoking music. If you don't know them, get to know them. You'll be doing yourself a favor.
6. Scotland - Jeremy Lloyd
This song brings back so many memories of the greatest summer of my life up to this point. In all honesty, I didn't think I'd ever be that happy again. But I was proven wrong. I found that happiness, and more, at college. I hope just knowing the joy that listening to this song brings me makes you feel that happiness too.
P.S. Jeremy, who was a fellow Govie, has a wonderful debut EP for sale on iTunes. Check it out by clicking here.
7. Lovesong Of The Buzzard - Iron & Wine
The very first Iron & Wine song I heard. I believe it was because I picked up an issue of SPIN magazine with The Conchords on the cover and I found out that it was a magazine I really loved. I found at least one song from every band they praised within the magazine. This was one of the songs they recommended, and I can see why.
8. Far More - The Honorary Title
Another song good old Mark Schwann introduced me to. I had heard a lot of buzz about The Honorary Title, but I never really caved in to the pressure to listen to them. I'm not sure why though. I really do like their music.....
a lot.
9. I Gotcha - Lupe Fiasco
I challenge you to not want to smile or at least sway back and forth in your chair when you listen to this. That's why I love Lupe Fiasco.
10. San Francisco - The Weepies
Another song by The Weepies. This is my favorite of the moment. Maybe it's the mellow, but positive melody that's also a little bit sad at the same time. Maybe it's the gorgeous lyrics. You decide. Here's the lyrics, just to clear up any questions about them.
And just because I love you and I know you love me too....a special treat. But please, buy her other songs.
Been A Long Day - Rosi Golan
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