Some thoughts, a question, a playlist and a meme...

[zanthlay]

I was just listening to a couple of favourite songs I've (re)discovered recently, and really listening to the lyrics. I love beautiful songs with poetic lyrics, but they always seem to be sad or tragic or depressing. But they're so pretty I can't help but listen to them. I hope that doesn't make me masochistic. :P (Actually, now I wonder if they do

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[katiefoolery]

Sadly, I don't think I can help you much with your search for beautiful, but not sad, lyrics. You have made me think about what I like in a song, though, and it turns out lyrics aren't the biggest appeal for me. Maybe that's because I liked classical music so much before I moved on to other genres. Who knows?

I'm really glad to see you posting! :)

[zanthlay]

No worries about not having a song suggestion - admittedly lyrics aren't the first thing I notice, I just happened to realise that I really loved the lyrics of those songs.

Actually, most of my top listened tracks in iTunes are instrumental. Mostly from soundtracks, although I love classical music as well. I can't listen to songs when I can't stand the lyrics, but good lyrics along with a lovely melody and/ or good instrumentation will often draw me in. :) It's definitely more about the music.

[zanthlay]

Aside, did you see about the Obermeet on Monday? I hope you'll be free...

[pink_dragon22]

Oh wow really love Eric's Song :)

Hmmm, I can't think of any music that is really beautiful, yet happy :P

Maybe Regina Spektor? 'One More Time With Feeling' is one of my favourites by her (plus the added bonus of I think of Buffy's 'Once More With Feeling' episode every time I hear it :P)

If I think of any others, I shall get back to you!

[zanthlay]

Great to know you love Eric's Song - I found out about it through a friend, and I can listen to it on repeat for ages. :)

Haha, yes, it is a tricky combination. :P

Thanks for the suggestion! :D I just got One More Time With Feeling, and I love it. (I'm sure it will always make me think of Buffy as well, but I agree it's a good thing! :P)

Btw, I love Laura Marling's songs, so I'm glad you mentioned her on (I think) here and Twitter a while back!