Its All About The Music

So what is music to me, and what has it done for me in  life? Well, I first was introduced to music, before I was born. I say that because as babies we listen to music when we're in the belly (its even how some mothers get us to come out), and as I grew up I really discovered music around the age of seven. That happened because of my dad, being a dj he used to blast all different types of music. Because my dad is a older person, what he was playing sometimes wasn't my generations music, so I heard people such as dj quik, Montell Jordan, toni tone tony among more. I really get my inspiration from old groups, or old singers, because their style of music and the way they put a song together reminds me of what real music should sound like.

So music can really brighten some ones day, and these are some of my top ten songs that I listen to on the daily:

Sweet Love, Anita Baker-This song is number ten on my list because it has a very slow, melodic tempo to it and its just great to listen to.

Caught Up In The Rapture, Anita Baker-Anita Baker has a beautiful voice, and in this song you can tell she uses it to her advantage.

When Will I See You Smile Again, Bell Biv Devoe-This song is a great song to listen when you're in your feelings, and is one of my favorite R&B songs ever.

Poison, Bell Biv Devoe-This song you can find anywhere, in the club, or on any 90s kid's playlist. This is the song that could be played over and over again.

Gansta, Bell Biv Devoe-This is an old hip hop song that was never really that popular but has a good groove to it.

Something In Your Eyes, Bell Biv Devoe-This song is a little inappropriate to the ears, because of the content of the song, but its a slow jam, that can definitely get you in the mood for something.

Young Man, Bizzy Bone- This song is basically given off a message to young boys about what happens in the world, and I like it because the message is really strong. Also he's my favorite rapper.

Mercenary,Bizzy Bone-I have no idea what this song is about but I do listen to it primarily to the beat. Again, I do tend to like any songs of my favorite artist.

Da Introduction, Bone Thugs N Harmony-This song is not a song I recommend for small children because it has provocative language, but if you like slow hip hop tempo beats then, this is a song you should listen to.

No Surrender, Bone Thugs N Harmony-Bone Thugs n harmony aren't a group that I would recommend people to listen to because they are provocative but they make amazing music, and that's why I like them.

So we all know the popular faces of music, but what about the people who are underrated? Well, a person I feel who is very underrated is Sebastian Mikeal. And some of the songs people might know him for are "Last Night", "Made for Me", "Kiss Me "  etc...I think "Made for Me" is a song that give off a positive feeling and great energy. I also say he's underrated because he can sing, especially when he sings his music acoustically. My advice is to give him a try.

Everyone has experience with music, and  here are something interesting facts about my experiences with music, along with my friend Heather.

Me:

First cd you ever brought with your own money: Nothing

First concert you ever attended: Never

Bucket list musician: Bizzy Bone, and Ron Devoe

Instruments you can play: Nothing

# Of songs on your phone: 793

Can’t stop listening to: When will I See You Smile Again-Bell Biv Devoe

Favorite breakup song: Come and Get It-Selena Gomez

Favorite “get hype” song: Poison-Bell Biv Devoe

Favorite little known act: Pentatonix

Favorite song ever: Count Me Out-New Edition

 Heather:
First cd you ever brought with your own money-Miley Cyrus

First concert you ever attended-Justin Bieber

Bucket list musician-J Cole

Instruments you can play-Guitar, Piano

# Of songs on your phone-154

Can’t stop listening to-Planes J Cole

Favorite breakup song- Don't have one

Favorite “get hype- I love Makonnen No Ma'am

Favorite little known act-Don't Have one

Favorite song ever-Don't have one

So we all listen to music from apps or on the radio, or from the internet, but where I download my music from is Beats. Beats isn't my favorite place to get songs, but whatever song I want to hear, no matter the age or genre, Beats tends to have it. What's cool about it is that you can get a free 2 week trial and download as many songs as you want within that time period. Only downfall is when your trial is up, you have to subscribe to continue to listen to the music. But other than that it's a good app, and you can create playlists, download music offline, and even thought it takes up a lot of space, its worth it for good music.

Now I listen to my songs in the English language, but not all people do. To learn more, I decided to interview Biatrice
 

I asked her a couple of questions about songs she listens to in another language.
Here are her answers:

What is the genre of music of music that you enjoy?-Hip-Hop
What country/Nationality listens to this music?-Ghana/twi
Who are some famous acts in this genre-Castro, Tiny,Guren
Why should people listen to this act, even if they are not fimiliar with the language?-The beat is really good.

Now we all love music, but don't we love it better live? If you live in the Carrboro area of NC, you might want to check out "Cat's Cradle". What's Cat's Cradle? Located in downtown Carrboro nc, the venue has been around for about 40yrs, having hosted bands such as "Nirvana", "Public Enemy", "John Mayer" upon more.The Cat's Cradle is a popular place to listen to good live music, sitting up to 750 people, enough for you and your friends. Some of the acts coming to town this week are "Mipso", "Death Cab for Cutie" "Steve Forbet Trio", etc. So if you like some of the names you see, go check them out, before its too late! It's a short drive away!

Here at Eastern Guilford High, we like to show off some of our musical prodigies, or any talent that we got so I decide to interview Dale with the following questions:

Who Inspired you to do music?-Bands, Peach Davell
What is your genre of music?-Post hardcore, Pop, classical
Were you always musically experienced?-No not really, I practice day in and day out
Is music a hobby or a passion for you?-Both, I like playing it , I enjoy my music
Will you continue to do music outside of school?-yes, I always wanted to pursue a career in music
And lastly What do you think is a popular genre that people listen to today?-Pop