Hayley Williams Song Analysis

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Song) Airplanes by: B.O.B. ft. Hayley Williams (CLEAN)
Explanation) I chose this song because in the second page it begins to describe the surroundings, like in the song it also describes the sky.
Quote) “The shade climbed up the hills toward the top. On the sand banks the rabbits sat as quietly as little gray, sculptured stones.” Chapter 1, pg.2

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Song) Afraid of Everyone by: The National
Explanation) I chose this song because in the twenty-ninth page, it says that Lennie is afraid of being hit by Curley, and the song also states the act of being afraid.
Quote) “Lennie’s eyes were frightened. “I don’t want no trouble,” he said plaintively. “Don’t let him sock me, George.” Chapter 2, pg.29

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Song) Say Something by: Christina

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