Music Quiz Answers: Hopeful Song Lyrics, Study notes of Music

Download Music Quiz Answers: Hopeful Song Lyrics and more Study notes Music in PDF only on Docsity! Music 238 Take-Home Quiz 4 RESPONSES Provide a short (a couple of lines, or at most a single verse or chorus) quotation from a song lyric that you feel brings a feeling of hope, comfort and/or philosophical perspective for the unfortunate current events we are experiencing. When I've nowhere left to go And I need my heroes I've got friends that will run through walls I've got friends that will run through walls And I've got friends that don't text, they call When I've nowhere left to go and I need you the most I've got friends that will run through walls “Run Through Walls” by The Script https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cD1OCuCp8yo I think in times of stress (and social distancing!), it is really great to be reminded of those who will walk through the storm with us. This song is really great at reminding us of that. The lyrics are very straightforward – as good friends should be! The Script is very good at making simple yet touching songs, check them out! *** "So long, my love I've got to do this on my own Submit myself to the unknown I'm just a freak without a home, screaming: "Hello cruel world!" I really want to live a long time, but if I don't I want to thank you for giving me some life I think we can make it if we try" Song Title: "Hello Cruel World" Written/Performed by: Dent May Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4cDCr4qSybI I believe that this quote resonates with me because of the general anxieties that a lot of us are facing nowadays. Me and countless of my friends have lost our jobs, been forced back into abusive households, and have had to leave our lives that we've made in San Francisco behind altogether. For some of us, it really feels like we're "freaks without a home", because it's extremely hard for me and a lot of my friends to feel comfortable in places that aren't San Francisco due to the fact that most of us are queer or gender non-conforming. It's been a very interesting ride, and this song helps me find a lot of calm and peace. The instrumentation and lyrics hand to a very melancholy, bittersweet attitude which aligns with the current times. We college students feel like the institution has been particularly apathetic to our well being. We feel like the world is apathetic to our well being. Especially due to the fact that most college freshman are exempt from receiving $1200 from the government due to the fact that we're claimed as dependents on our parents' taxes. The world is a cruel place right now, and "I really wanna live a long time". *** Cause, when I'm down and I'm done And I'm coming unplugged When I'm ready to fall You're the one, always holding me up, with love " With Love" Performed and Produced By. Christina Grimmie https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VzJGu0Gdhpk. With Love is a song based on an emotional time in your life you are going through a tough break up or losing someone you really love. The part coming unplugged meaning being away from reality since there are a lot of things to go through emotionally. The last line you're the one always holding me up, with love means that the people that love me and support me will keep me going even though I feel down and not myself and I feel full when you are there for me. *** We are the world We are the children We are the ones who make a brighter day, so let's start giving There's a choice we're making We're saving our own lives It's true we'll make a better day, just you and me “We Are The World” By Michael Jackson (USA for Africa) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9BNoNFKCBI By saying “We are the world. We are the children” means We can be the ones who help each other and world consists of love. “Children” are future, and if they are in need of our help, the future is needing help. Line 3, 4, 5 are reflecting one line 1 and 2. It’s telling us why we should care. I like “We’re saving our own lives”, because it is telling us that each choice we make, each person we help are reflecting on our own lives. When we save the children and help each other out, we are actually helping ourselves. We are saving our own lives. At the end of the phrase, it goes “you and me”. This brings the audience close to the singers, and it shows a desperation of wanting a hand to make" a better day” happen sooner. *** Somewhere over the rainbow, way up high There's a land that I've heard of, once in a lullaby Somewhere over the rainbow, skies are blue, And the dreams that you dare to dream, really do come true. Over the Rainbow, By Harold Arlen Performed by Judy Garland, in The Wizard of Oz https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSZxmZmBfnU This song is probably the most hopeful song I could think of, and it almost instantaneously came to mind when I read the quiz prompt. Obviously, it is known that one will never be able to see the end of the rainbow, but this song is for dreamers who think outside of the box. This song encourages you to look beyond your current situation and envision what could be and what could come eventually. So even though sometimes in life, especially under the circumstances we are in right now, it is hard to look beyond and past the fear and the anxiety we are experiencing right now, "somewhere over the rainbow", there is a solution and a resolution to all of this madness. During the time that the Wizard of Oz came out, this song represented hope in the midst of world war 2. I like to believe and have read that the whole movie is a metaphor for the world war. The same hopefulness in the midst of chaos can be applied within our times as well. Im so glad Ive got my own So glad that I can see My lifes a natural high The man can't put no thing on me Curtis Mayfield "No Thing On Me" https://youtu.be/O3RACWJ5hWo This is song always makes me feel thankful and happy for all the opportunities I've been given throughout my life. The lyrics are simple but it does always make me feel thankful for the natural beauty in the world. Ive always been a fan of Curris Mayfield since I was a kid. I find his voice really smooth and soothing. I have a lot of songs that make me feel better though it was hard to pick. Some runner ups are You Get What You Give by the New Radicals and A Change is Gonna Come by Sam Cooke *** So I just kept going, I just kept going And hoping I'm growing near Well that's good and fine I spent all this time Tryna find my way here "This Feeling" by Brittney Howard Performed by Alabama Shakes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ub6XFO0ca5Q "This Feeling" is a hopeful song that outlines one person's journey of overcoming dark times. The song includes three verses, each of which focus on a different tool the singer used to overcome challenges. The first verse focuses on hope, the second on dreaming, and the third on one's ability to keep going. The lyrics I chose were from the third verse which, as I've mentioned, speaks to one's ability to simply just keep going. While in hard times this may not often be a simple task, sometimes, it is all we can do in order to find joy again one day. In the second line, the singer expresses that as they continue to push forward through challenges, they have had faith th at as they continue to carry on, they will continually become closer to better days. The expression that comes next in the verse, "Well that's good and fine," conveys acceptance of what needed to be done to carry on, while subtly acknowledging it was not ideal, because surviving dark times rarely ever is. Yet, it is important to acknowledge these times, because hanging in there through lives challenges can often be what reveals our silver linings and moves us on to future joys, as expressed in the verse's last two lines. The ultimate resolution of this story truly occurs in the following pre-chorus, which I'll share just for good measure, "And I've been having me a real fun time, And it feels so nice to know I'm gonna be alright." *** Tried to point my finger But the wind keeps blowing me around In circles, circles Lucky stars in your eyes I am walking the cow “Walking the Cow” by Daniel Johnston Performed by Daniel Johnston https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qgXYvjVNvk This song represents dealing with issues that seem as if they have the weight of a cow. When things become overwhelming and might seem hopeless, you need to remember the “lucky stars in your eyes” or the eyes of those you are fighting for. They are the reason why you are “walking the cow”. The lines “Tried to point my finger… circles.” speak to me as well because of the relatability found in the simple struggle. To hear an artist express their struggles in such a simple manner really gives a sense of humanity in the artist that brings you closer to them. I feel as if this song and this artist’s vulnerability is inspiring and often restores my faith in humanity. *** "I've been a victim of a selfish kind of love It's time that I realize That there are some with no home, not a nickel to loan Could it be really me, pretending that they're not alone?" "Man In The Mirror" Written by: Glen Ballard & Siedah Garrett Produced by: Michael Jackson & Quincy Jones Performed by: Michael Jackson https://youtu.be/PivWY9wn5ps When connecting the lyrics within this song to the current tragedy that is occuring in the world, it helped me realize how many of us are blind to the fact that not everyone is as fortunate and privileged to be protected by our Health Care system as we may think. While the song does not directly discuss this exact issue, it is definitely worth mentioning in spite of our issue which is not being able to protect as many people as we should. The lyrics "Could it be really me, pretending that they're not alone?" really directed me to the truth that we tend to shy away from those who may be in need, a prominent example being that celebrities who have no symptoms of this virus are being tested rather than sparing one for someone whose life may depend on it. Ultimately, this verse is essentially a wake up call to those of us who are fortunate, in pushing us to be more aware of those who may be struggling and doing our part in helping those in need. *** Oh, just as the apocalypse finally gets prioritized And you cry some of the hottest tears you ever cried Multiplied by five I suppose a singer must die "One Point Perspective" by the Arctic Monkeys https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qL4m04OyCkY The lyrics in the song directly relate to the current epidemic. It seems that we were far too late in trying to prevent the virus from spreading, and in doing so letting many of our citizens weeping for their loved ones who unfortunately did not make it. "Multiplied by five" reflects how this isn't just a localized issue here in the US, but rather the entire world is being affected and many other countries are going through the same pains that we are. "I suppose a singer must die" relates to how we waited until the first people started to die to try and slow the virus down and basically let them die due to our lack of diligence. *** At times, I thought we'd never make it But now we on our way to greatness (greatness, greatness) And all that ever took was patience "DEVASTATED" by Joey Bada$$ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLnA25dVzrQ There are times where life seems to hit you from a blind spot and you think that you aren't able to move forward anymore. But, this part of the song says that despite what negative thoughts you might have, you just need to patience to make it on your way to greatness, or to better days. It's a simple chorus, but every time I hear it gives me a boost of confidence in myself and my ability to keep moving forward. *** Is there a god? Is he watching? Is she watching? Are they watching now? If not, what are we doing? Where are we going? What are we doing now? Candles In the Sun - Miguel Pimentel performed by Miguel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WKkS7hkB4og Candles in the Sun begins with a series of contemplative questions I think that is directed at humanity as a whole, beginning with–is there a god? Miguel furthermore writes is he or she watching, with further emphasis in the next line stating if they are watching now. The writer then asks "if not, what are we doing?" implying that if there is no God, what is humanity doing, where is humanity headed? These lyrics are a good series of questions to ask during these trying times. If there is no higher power, then how do we move forward as a species and take responsibility for actions and current situations. ***