We should all rejoice in the fact that we are indeed, alive!
Who cares if petrol costs more than the car?? Prices are now falling!
Who cares if my friends haven't lent me the next book in the Twilight series?? I'll just read it at Borders over a Cocoa Loco!
Who cares if Natalie Bassingthwaighte has left Rogue Traders?? She's now released a ridiculously infectious song that I can't help but sing at the top of my lungs!
(Though I really do like the song, er, well, some of the fashion *cough* that she's wearing is a bit eccentric for me. She looks more beautiful without it.)
So, what is there to like about the song?
1. Simple rhyming lyrics..."Is this real?.....starting to heal....making me feel....alive, Alive, ALIVE ALIVE! Easy to sing and remember
2. Universal subject matter...broken hearted...jaded...meeting someone new...you get the drift.
3. Dang, it's soooo happy and cheery how can you not like it??
Admit it...it's put a smile on your face, hasn't it?
I am still obsessed with the new Paramore song, Decode. That means you are all going to have to put up with another post from me rambling on about how much I like this song.
I like this.
I really like this song.
I love this song.
I really, really, really love this song.
EDIT: I've added the official video, as my previous post only had a fan made one.
Ok...I can see it's time for me to put my university education to use, and actually construct meaningful sentences.
I am proud to say that I heard this song before seeing the movie from which it will feature. Of course, seeing as I do not reside in the Northern Hemisphere, and have no access to any objects that can bend the time-space continuum and fast forward myself into the future, there is no way possible that I could have seen the movie (liking the big words I'm using? Wait, I endeavour to use more!). For once, I can say that I didn't end up enjoying a song because of a particular movie.
Paramore wrote this song for the movie Twilight. Lead singer Hayley Williams was a fan of the books, and I think it shows. Themes of discovery, truth, death, and of course, love. The title Decode is almost a specific reference to the nature of the relationship between the two leads. However, what relationship isn't about trying to "decode" what your partner is trying to express, in one form or another?
Hayley Williams' voice is surprisingly good. She has a unique way of pronunciation, with her choice of phrasing sometimes causing me to wonder about her accent. Band members Josh Farro, Jeremy Davis and Zac Farro compliment the voice and lyrics with (ok...watch me struggle for words now...) riffs and beats that initially catch my attention with its simplicity, but also its ability to draw me into the song. I love the way the song starts with just the electric guitar.
The other thing I love about this band is when they perform, they really get into and really enjoy it. That feeling is contagious for the viewer.
Paramore:
Hayley Williams - vocals, keyboard
Josh Farro - lead guitar, backing vocals
Jeremy Davis - bass guitar
Zac Farro - drums
I could go into a bit more detail about the band themselves, but I just want to skip that part and go straight to showcasing their songs.
Decode is their latest single, featured in the upcoming movie Twilight, based on the novel by Stephenie Meyer.
EDIT: The original video that I had has since been made unavailable, so here is a fan made video for the mean time.
After seeing that, I've decided on two things:
1 - I'll probably be buying a Paramore album this weekend.
2 - I'll probably be buying the novel Twilight as well!
And to show that they can still hold a tune live, this, er, live video of That's What You Get.
Ah yes...the joy of hearing a song that makes you swoon and dream hazily of that certain day when you walk down the aisle in a certain white dress, dancing your first dance with your life partner...yes, that's the song you want to be married to!
Ok, I'm nowhere near that particular step in life, but boy, does this song make me swoon
Eva Cassidy was born February 2, 1963 in Washington DC. Her interest in art and music was apparent from an early age, and she would spend the most part of her life entertaining family and friends, as well as playing gigs early in her career with bands, before finding recognition as a solo artist.
After being on the brink of success with record companies, and having only had limited success with earlier studio recordings, it was decided that Eva would release her own live album. Over a two day period, she recorded at The Blues Alley, in Washington, for her "Live at Blues Alley" album. Though initially unhappy with the result, the album received a warm response
If someone said to me that this is the one song guranteed to win any woman's heart, I'd say that they were pretty damn close with that estimate.
Foreigner released "Waiting for a girl like you" from their 1981 album 4. It was one of their most successful singles off an equally successful album. Though they were technically a rock band, this song fits the bill as being a popular song
I have to admit that I never really got the hang of moshing...but I'm alright with the head-banging.
I can still recall the moment in class so many moons ago, when we were all meant to be quietly working individually on our assignments. My friend Joelle starts singing quietly to herself. My ears perk up, as they always do when I hear a song, and I try to see if I recognise it. To my surprise, I actually do....and when she gets to the part that I now, I happily join in with her
Sometimes, the mind can lead you to funny thoughts.
As I don't have much to preoccupy my time, well, a lot of it is spent just thinking up weird scenarios, that if I ever got my act together, I might put to use in a story
I've decided that pop songs don't need the spine tingling notes performed, known as the whistle register. It's all fine and dandy for a musician to showcase their range, but honestly, I think it serves no purpose.
Let's look at a particular song that is routinely covered and performed: Lovin' You
Granted, some of the "acts" listed above do deserve it, but unfortunately, nothing gets people going crazy at a party/reunion-do than a bunch of daggy songs that may or may not have been released by the above "acts" or others similar to it. And when it comes to pop music, they're a dime a dozen.
Sheesh...this post was way back in June! Why haven't we heard any word yet about a release date for AUS?? I'd heard about this movie a while ago, and was also interested to watch it...i work in a related field and couldn't wait to see how it played out on the silver screen!
Was there once a poppy that grew really tall and had to be cut down for a syndrome to be named after it??
Tall poppy syndrome is bad if the person you're cutting down doesn't deserve that negativity. It's just doing it for the sake of doing it.
BTW, I love Baz Luhrman...but i'm not sold on the Australia movie concept. I can't get past the dodginess of naming your movie after a country...people jump to conclusions!
Yay, a review for the OST! It's not out in Australia just yet, so i haven't heard it all. I actually really love Decode...but reading what you've said about Paramore's other track on the album, I'll have to keep an eye (ear) out for it.
Cool post.
May
EDIT: Ok, thanks to the information superhighway, I have had a taste of the other Paramore song, I caught myself. It is a different feeling, slightly less dark i feel...but really good. Hayley is a surprisingly good singer.
Hehehe, i guess you didn't like the books then did you?
The books are my current obssession. Granted, my taste in books might be a bit different than yours, but to each their own.
Were you expecting more explosive comments to this post than what you've got?? Maybe the rest of us just can't be bothered! We're still too busy reading!
A truly unique and unexpeceted post, this was. It gave me things to think about, but mostly, i was selfishly thankful that i've never experienced that before.
It could be a blessing, to have been sheltered from such raw emotions, yet, it feels strangely like i've been deprived a chance to have that dimension. Slightly sadistic and masochistic, but if you don't experience, how do you learn from it? And how do you learn not to be afraid to deal with it or face it when you see it in others??
Ahh, yes...'tis the beauty of a well made trailer and theme song/leading song video...it should make you want to see the movie!
I'll also be very interested to hear who Hayley's vocals remind you of!
I went out and bought their first album today, All we know is falling. First impressions: energetic, catchy, and definitely different to all the usual stuff I listen to!
Wonderfalls is definitely not Joan of Arcadia. I enjoyed Joan of Arcadia as well, but had trouble following it on Channel Nine. They both have the similar Joan of Arc thing, but trust me when i say that Wonderfalls is much quirkier.
Infact, for anyone interested, one the guys who helped create Wonderfalls also had a hand in creating Dead Like Me (as mentioned by others already) and Pushing Daisies...which i am yet to see.
Mr Nice Guy...your name always makes me think of the so-so Jackie Chan movie of the same name...rather obvious reason then eh???
Wonderfalls was an American (or Canadian, not sure which) that centred around a young, jaded, girl who starts seeing inanimate objects talking to her, telling her to do things to, or for complete strangers, like a modern day retelling of Joan of Arc....except not so intense, and quite left of the middle, especially as her family is also full of unique characters.
And yes, i guess you can say I'm a new soul....i've also spent my time not only invested in American/English speaking shows, but also Chinese (HK) and Korean shows...can't get around to all of them!
By the way...i had no idea there were only 12 eps of Fawlty Towers made...i thought it was like MASH....going forever!
You consider a show that ran for 3 seasons too short?? I personally think that depending on the type of show, 3 seasons would probably see of possible avenues of development thoroughly trodden. If the writing were exceptional...or it was a sitcom or something...
I don't know any of the shows already mentioned...i wanted to watch Moonlight but never got to it before it got the chop. Wonderfalls was a show that only got 1 season...that was a bummer. Quirky and off centre....me like.
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Granted, some of the "acts" listed above do deserve it, but unfortunately, nothing gets people going crazy at a party/reunion-do than a bunch of daggy songs that may or may not have been released by the above "acts" or others similar to it. And when it comes to pop music, they're a dime a dozen.