Tag: Coldplay
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Song 92: A city personified in song
[Still of Kanye West in the video for “Homecoming” directed by Hype Williams] “Homecoming” by Kanye West Elaina: Say what you will about Kanye West, but this song is a jam. I love the idea of Chicago personified as “Windy,” a tough yet nurturing motherly figure, and how even an upbeat, catchy song of Kanye’s… Read more
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Song 30: Nonsensical Love
“Clocks” by Coldplay This is just a forever favorite song. It’s a little nonsensical, but the message makes sense. It is about finding the person that becomes your home. This was the song that played immediately after the pronouncement of my marriage and will always hold a special place in my heart. Every time it… Read more
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Assignment 6: Unconventional love songs
Name: Nicole J Place: Minnesota Your relationship to music: listener Industry: community outreach and communications I first met Nicole when she was born. I am happy that this week I am featuring my sister. We have a lot in common in regard to music, movies, and sense of humor. We chatted over the holiday break… Read more
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Assignment 4: Songs that heal
Name: Vanessa Place: Los Angeles Your relationship to music: Music is a healing force in my life Industry: Non-profit Director Vanessa is the friend I have known the longest in Los Angeles. In fact we knew each other before we both lived in L.A. We had worked together at an after school program in Minneapolis… Read more