Let The Music Play

I must be getting more sentimental as I grow older.
Actually, I wouldn't say getting more but actually expressing more.

I have to admit that I've always been easily affected by the mood of the world around me.
If someone is heartbroken and crying, I too become sad.
If someone is laughing uncontrollably, I'll have myself a little giggle.
Movies and programs that show true love being torn apart - I'm gone.

Of all mediums, the one I find the most surprising to get a sad reaction too is music.
I think we mostly listen to music to feel good, feel inspired, mellow out or party down. Somehow, I think we're missing an important part of the spectrum.

So, recently I've been listening to songs that inspire me and also those that simply move me. On the list:
Moonlight Sonata by Beethoven - could cry every time
Mission by Rush - very inspired and touching lyrics about finding your passion
Emerald by the Tea Party - a song that changed my life and connected me to Nila
Ohne Dich by Rammstein - yes, THE Rammstein made me cry
The End by the Doors - i get high without any help at all
Non Je Ne Regrette Rien by Edith Piaf - Possibly the most heart-wrenching and beautiful song I know
Run To The Water by Live - inspires me to live in love with life

And, lastly as a tribute to my father who left this world under unhappy circumstances, I listen to Gordon Lightfoot with him in mind.

Let the music play, folks . . . let you heart be moved, let a smile set upon your lips and let tears escape your eyes if they must.
But let the music play.