This is the 16th song of Act II in the musical, Hamilton. It speaks of an event that truly happened in Alexander Hamiltonâs life as most of the other songs do. This song talks about what led up to the death of his son, Philip Hamilton. It shows Hamilton giving his son advice that eventually leads to his death in a duel. The title, âBlow Us All Away,â suggests that it may be related to the song, but it really...
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Rocket Man is the song created by Elton John and Bernie Taupin. The performer of this song is Elton John who is a famous English singer-songwriter. And this song was included with the Honky Château in the early 1970s. Rocket Man also became one of the songs of the hit song in the United States and the United Kingdom at that time. According to the study of space events from 1961-1970 , there had a lot of space events occurred...
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Louis Armstrong- Louis Armstrong, aka 'Satchmoâ was a native of New Orleans. He was an A-class expert in his profession. His pinnacle came in 1920, during that time he influenced countless musicians with his outrageous trumpet style and vocals. He grew up in a poor neighborhood that was nicknamed âThe Battlefieldâ. Armstrong had a difficult childhood: his father was a worker in the factory and soon after the birth of Louis he abandoned the family. His mother, who frequently turned...
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Human rights are an ongoing universal issue. They are the so-called rights inherent to all human beings regardless of race, sex, nationality, ethnicity, language, religion, or any other status. Human rights include the right to life and liberty, freedom from slavery and torture, freedom of opinion and expression, the right to work and education, and many more. Throughout time, when Human rights have been withheld from individuals, powerful men and women have sought justice. For example, Americaâs racial tensions were...
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Fighting Discrimination with a Song Imagine yourself as a black kid feeling connected for the first time to white kids around you. Youâre connected through a song, one sung by a black person that is extremely popular with everyone. You and your white neighbor can finally enjoy and chat about the same song and there is no division between the two of you. Michael Jacksonâs Thriller proved to be a groundbreaking song that would cause this kind of connection between...
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The song This Is America, they are trying inform viewers of how America isnât what we perceive it to be. In the video he appears to show a contrast of popular contrast cultureâs perception of black experience and its often brutal reality by juxtaposing happy, carefree choruses and dark, aggressive verses. In the beginning when he shots the African American who was playing the guitar and then all of sudden had a bag over his head was a symbolism of...
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The song Euphoria is a song from the Album BTS - Love Yourself âAnswerâ. In Verse 1, the lyrics âYou are the sunlight that rose again in my lifeâ means that this person is being compared to the sun, this individual allows him to see more clearly his dreams and goals because this person is able to make him forget the darkness which once troubled him. âA reincarnation of my childhood dreamsâ this states that our narrator knew the same...
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I am going to analyse the second composition of Another Brick in the Wall which I believe is the most powerful part. It is a protest song against the educational system in the form of storytelling but in order to understand the meaning behind this song we have the keep in mind the lyrics, the sound and also the music video that gives up a better picture of what is the producerâs message. All these three elements are all combined...
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Song Analysis Wide Awake sung by Katie Perry The song âWide Awakeâ sung by Katie Perry will be the focal point of this analysis. Music can both be calming and therapeutic to the listener. A descrption of the aesthetics will be included, lyrics description and a song production details. I chose to take a deep dive into this song because the lyrics connect me to the singer. The song can be interpreted as a love story gone bad. Even though...
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The Power of Protest Music There are many categories of protest music, which in all its manners, bears realization and gives a better perception of issues like hate, racism, and intolerance in the society. Protest music has a way of being an encouraging call for the silent and destitute citizens, which is extremely powerful in getting grasp of listeners all around the world. This is a significantly further compelling tool to deliver alertness rather than your typical newspaper article, book,...
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As a response to the disapproval of homosexuality, popular songs promoting gay rights through meaningful instrumental music and lyrics have been effective to bring the attention of the issue to the general public. Even way before same-sex marriage was legalized, the first openly lesbian singer in the 1990s Melissa Etheridge released âCome to My Windowâ and âIâm the Only Oneâ to share her experience in lesbian relationships (McKinley Jr., 2013). Singers with similar intentions, like Frank Ocean, Katy Perry, and...
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The Lion King the Musical Since I was little, I like the movie 'The Lion King'. The powerful music hit me every time I heard the songs. When I was little, I learned all the songs by heart. I loved the soundtrack. After the film, however, the musical impressed me, I thought that the movie was Disney's best creation, but after the musical, my ideas changed. The film was now second next to the amazing Broadway musical. Listening to the...
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Queen is a famous rock band today along with, The Creedence Clearwater Revival. I was introduced to Queen and The Creedence because my father listens to them. My favorite song from Queen growing up was âI Want to Break Freeâ and my favorite song from The Creedence was âCotton Fieldsâ. Queen and The Creedence appear different but are actually similar considering their rise to fame, songs, and achievements. In addition, Queen was formed in 1970, following the demise of the...
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Stevland Hardaway Morris (nĂŠ Judkins) professionally known as Stevie Wonder was virtually born blind on May 13, 1950. This a fact worth mentioning, as this may have contributed to Stevieâs inclination towards music and multi-instrumentation from a young age. In 1954 Stevieâs family moved to Detroit where he began singing in the choir at Whitestone Baptist Church. By 1962 Stevie had released his first two albums (including âTribute to Uncle Ray) under Motownâs Tamla label and in 1963 he achieved...
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Introduction: Toni Morrison's novel 'Song of Solomon' is a rich tapestry of themes, characters, and symbols. Among these, the character of Guitar Bains stands out as a complex and enigmatic figure whose presence and actions shape the narrative in significant ways. In this critical essay, we will explore the role of Guitar in 'Song of Solomon' and delve into the complexities of his character, shedding light on the symbolism and critical themes that his presence embodies. Body: Guitar as a...
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Dippermouth Blues â King Oliverâs Creole Jazz Band 'Dippermouth Blues' is an early Jazz tune first recorded by King Oliver's Creole Jazz Band, one of the first groups of black musicians to get to record. The tune was recorded by Gennett Records and Okeh Records in April and June respectively 1923. Due to King Oliverâs release being the first it is most often attributed to King Oliver, though there is a rumor that Louis Armstrong was the composer due to...
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Music has been a major impact on some of our lives since the beginning, there are all kinds of songs and music based on your preference. When we are happy, we listen to music, as and when we are sad. Most importantly, every song has a message; it tells a story of someone's pain and suffering or even an event that occurred. Research has shown that music has the power to improve our health, such as improving your mood, reduces...
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Big thighs? Curvy with wide hips, large feet, round bellies, cellulite, stretch marks and folds? Crooked teeth, thin lips, flat nose, acne? Yes! They are all normal bodies. I chose the song âBodyâ by Jordan Suaste because I think itâs the most spectacular and pure song ever made in human history and because I relate to it in a very personal level. Each person has different taste and reasons for liking music and even though, all songs are very different...
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The thing with today's society is that when people listen to a song, they don't think twice about what the song really means. For decades there have been different social issues going on in the United States, one example of a social issue is from â21 Gunsâ. Unfortunately, the USA has not been thinking outside the box of using peace during a war instead of just sending an army. The song '21 Guns' by Green Day was released on May...
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While exploring how people cope with intellectual and emotional stress by listening to work and spiritual songs strengthen and uplifted their psychological well-being. A study was done on some older African American living in the southeastern part of the US. The results revealed participants experiencing stressful life events and how the coping strategies expressed through listening to spiritual songs like praise and worship music uplifted and gave them strength and endurance. In âSpirituals to Rock and Roll: The History of...
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Song #1 - Apologize by one republic This song is about a boy and a girl who are in a relationship. The girl keeps hurting him and cutting him off. The first time I read these lyrics I thought this was a song about suicide but then I realized it wasn't. When he says 'I'm holding on to your rope, got me ten feet off the ground' It means he's trying to hang onto this person. 'I'm hearing what you...
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The background story behind the music video for the song ¨Love Story¨ happens to be very personal for Taylor Swift. When you can easily relate to a situation it becomes easier to understand and more believable. This music video and the fictional metaphor of Romeo and Juliet are tyrannized as well. In the music video, the author is addressing young teens who fall in love with others their parents do not approve of. In the tragedy of Romeo and Juliet,...
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The Great Depression was a time society had taken a big hit, it brought pain, and drought to many working civilians and people all around the United States. The Great Depression was the worst thing that has ever happened to the American Economy and it lasted the longest, from 1929 to 1941. When the Great Depression reached its absolute bottom, approximately fifteen million Americans were jobless and a large portion of the nation's banks had been declining. The song âBrother,...
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Rationale: This written task has addressed the language option of language and mass communication. I have written my opinion column on one of the few things I truly loathe in one of my favorite artists of all timeâs music. I decided to write this text on Eminemâs songs, as he is a personality I am extremely familiar with and he is referred to by many as âthe face of misogyny in Hip-hop.â I have focused on attracting a young audience,...
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Romeo and Juliet is a classic story about a pair of âstar-crossed loversâ being controlled by fate and destiny. Love is naturally the playâs dominant and most important theme as it focuses on the intense passion that springs up at first sight between Romeo and Juliet. In the story, love is depicted as a violent, ecstatic, overpowering force that supersedes all other values, loyalties, and emotions. This very concept is used in the ever-so-famous song, âLove Storyâ by, the talented...
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âSunday Bloody Sundayâ: The Bloodshed of 1972 and it's Legacy U2 lead singer Bono in the song, âSunday Bloody Sundayâ (1983), condemns the violence caused by the Troubles, implying that the bloodshed has gone on for too long. Bono supports his condemnation by using poetic devices, such as rhetorical questions, repetition, and a war motif to emphasize the true horrors of the Troubles. The songwriterâs purpose is to encourage peace by criticizing the violence and taking a nonpartisan position on...
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In the novel To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, Tom Robinson, an innocent bird, is degraded and eventually killed by the court after being falsely accused of hideous crimes. His accuser, Mayella Ewell, is actually the person who is emotionally touched the most by Tom, but her dreadful home life and upbringing by a racist, alcoholic father forces her to accuse Tom falsely. It is Tomâs actions, honesty, and considerateness that make him a symbolic âblack mockingbird,â and eventually...
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With jazz as one of the most influential and powerful style, there lay various well-known jazz compositions whose composers used different styles to engage their audience. Given jazzâs evolution, many great compositions and edits exist but one in particular, âcool jazzâ, can be described as one of the most influential and inspiring components in jazz history. Cool jazz is a kind of contemporary jazz that sought much attention after World War II, with much of its notable growth and development...
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In this paper, the piece of music I will be analyzing in depth is titled âI Want to Hold Your Handâ by the Beatles. My parents, who were born prior to the release of this song, are responsible for introducing me to this 60âs rock-pop piece and many other musical compositions produced by the band. They adore the Beatles and would constantly play their music in our home when my mom was cooking. Now when I listen to the song,...
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The Beatles third record âA Hard Dayâs Nightâ is an eclectic collection of 13 tracks remarkable in the way that it breaks away from the Beatlesâ simpler song structure, doo-wop sound and into blues and pop. This album, for the first time featuring entirely original compositions, helps the Beatles grow their roots deeper in the music industry as authentic artists as opposed to a cover band with a few hits. With their move away from covers which typically were Motown...
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