Fishbone's song is a book written by the one and only, Gary Paulsen. He is a well known author for his books on adventure, survival, and his nonfiction adventures. The book was published September 27, 2016. This is one of his new books that he has written and it's a great read.…
In 1976, the Swedish group ABBA ravished the world with their hit song “Dancing Queen.” Even after 30 years since its exposition at King Carl Gustaf’s ball, the song remains a favorite in dance clubs. Mixed with pop-operatic harmonies and inspiration to the dance rhythm in George McCrae's "Rock Your Baby," as well as the drumming on Dr. John's 1972 album “Dr. John's Gumbo”, ABBA is able to convey an elated feeling of limitless joy and highlights the greatest music of the disco era. Through a beautifully woven blend of uplifting, empowering lyrics and a sophisticated melody scattered with heart-tugging high notes, “Dancing Queen” celebrates the carefree innocence of youth.…
Julia Ward Howe was born in New York City, NY. Howe is known for writing the lyrics to the iconic song “ Battle Hymn of the Republic” and the later was highly active in the women’s suffrage movement. Julia Ward Howe was born on May 27, 1819, in New York City. She became a writer, penning several books and also working on the abolitionist…
Whenever a man falls in love with a woman, he would do anything for her. Love sick fools would sacrifice everything to have what they want. Lord Huron is an example of one of these lovesick fools. He proves that through his song. “Fool For Love.”…
Macaih described the motorcycle accident he encounters on the west side of Detroit and show us a video of him and a partner rail jumping from Oregon to Salt Lake City, Utah. The song of the day was Al Jolson singing Brother Can You Spare a Dime, a definitive rendition depicting the sentiment during the Great Depression. In 1927 there was a world depression and, the Soviet Union with Josef Stalin created the Gulag a labor camp in which many people died. World War I veterans created the Bonus Army in 1932, which led to a march on Washington D.C. in which the veterans demanded payment for bonus certificates that were issued in 1924. Confrontation between the veterans and the active army forces disrupted and eliminated the encampment and was led…
“100 Years” Time goes by and there is no time to waste, enjoy it while it’s there before it’s too late. The saying, time is delicate, is true especially when it comes to growing older. The song “ 100 Years “ by Five For Fighting explains how there are paths in life that should be enjoyed and there are others that shouldn't, but either way life is a gift and it shouldn’t be wasted. “ 100 Years “ mainly explains the emotions people feel at certain ages and what getting older is like.…
“The wind cries Mary” is a song written and performed by Jimi Hendrix. The song has a very atmospheric intro. It begins with three ascending chords which will be repeated throughout the song. One thing about this song that gets your attention is how difficult it is for the listener to follow the rhythms emphasizing on the beats which are expected to be weak. In another word, the rhythm makes it difficult for the listener to identify the “down beats” of the song.…
First, Lamar opens his song up by claiming “Ain’t nobody praying…
Throughout the song he mentions that he no longer needs his father because he has Clancy, Clancy is Tyler’s manager who has supported him throughout his career. Tyler says, “but fuck it, I got Clancy, he gave me the chance to see a world I wasn 't supposed to, I 'm stoked that I didn 't know you” (“Tyler The Creator“). Clancy is who Tyler ultimately looks up to for guidance as a father figure in his later life. Although he hates his father Tyler credits much of his success with Odd Future to his father. He even clearly states it when he says, “So you not being near fucking fire-started my damn career” (“Tyler The Creator“).…
“Live Like You Were Dying” Carpe Diem, a phrase we have heard a million times, but what does this mean, and how does it represent the American dream? Carpe Diem means, “Seize the day”. This phrase embodies the American Dream, which is do whatever you can to have your best life. This is exactly what the message is in Tim McGraw’s hit song, “Live Like You Were Dying”.…
“First things first Im’a say all the words inside my head”, Imagine Dragons created the song “Believer” and already they are beginning to put their points out there. In this song they describe many things but the main theme is that you have to stand up for yourself and to speak up. They explain this using many literary devices such as alliteration, similes, symbolism, metaphors, and repetition. The theme is first shown when stating “I’m the master of my sea” and, “Speaking my lesson from the brain” since they’re speaking of how you should stand up for yourself and help inspire others to do the same.…
Growing up in a household that shared a love for music, created a massive impact into Bruno Mars’ life as an artist. Ever since he was young, he’s been exposed to 80’s R&B music which he ended up loving til this day. Bruno Mars’ recent work, 24K Magic, illustrates how he was able to execute an 80’s R&B style album with the use of different components. These components consist of combining various instruments, choice of lyrics, and emotions. He also kept a similar theme to his previous albums, however he was able to add a little twist in every song.…
Have you ever felt connected to a song the first time you listened to it? Perhaps it was the instrumental, the piano beginning that crescendos into a mighty forte by the end of the chorus, the beating of the drums soon beating in sync with your heart. Or could it be the way the performer sings as though he or she is singing directly to you? Yet it might just be the lyrics that hit you, that cut into your body like a mortician and pull out your heart. For me, the answer is yes.…
Another media would be the song "Bad Religion" by Frank Ocean, which strengthens and perpetuates homophobia. The song is a story of a man talking to his taxi driver as if he is a therapist. The man feels overwhelmed by his own issues, thus he does not care if the ride is costly; he leaves the meter running, and requests to drive through streets during rush hour. During the chorus section in the lyrics, the driver comforts him by praying for him. The man believes the praying does no harm to him, however, it conflicts with his religious belief.…
Through time, several historical events have been represented by the principles of hatred, crime and inhumanity. History has told us that hatred and inhumanity comes in many shapes, whether it is due to skin colour, religion or even political persuasions. Furthermore it has told us that it easily evolves into something horrifying. But most importantly history tells us that no hatred or crime are so big that we as human beings can’t cope with it and change it for the better. In the column “In Ireland, Tuesdays Grace” Bono describes the horrifying events that took place on January 30, 1972, a day better known as “Bloody Sunday”.…