Please Don't Stop The Music

Bieber Is The Man (with a girly voice)

jrod21 — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 16:36:54 +0000

Yes, Justin Bieber’s voice sounds like a girl, but that doesn’t mean he is a bad singer. I personally don’t like his songs (mostly because I don’t usually like R&B or Hip Hop), but hey, the kid has a lot of talent. When was the last time a sixteen year old singer has teamed up with Ludacris? Either Ludacris thought he was so great that he agreed to collaborate on the song Baby with him, or they paid him… a lot.

You have to admit, Bieber is very talented to go from being a nobody on youtube to a popular star. I don’t care if people make fun of him, but you have to show some respect. Hes popular, he probably makes loads of money, he has stylish hair (not as stylish as my curls), and girls go crazy for him. There is no reason for people to be making fun of him or calling him inappropriate and names. The point is, Bieber is a talented singer… no matter how girly his voice sounds.

You’re Gonna Go Far, Kid

jrod21 — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 16:09:55 +0000

Betrayal is something that nearly everyone has suffered from. It hurts, sometimes physically but always emotionally. Some say being able to betray is a skill one has to acquire, but in reality, anyone can do it. I’m sure nearly everyone has been betrayed before. You don’t really know what emotion to feel. Animosity or grief? Who is to blame? The one who betrayed, or you for giving them your trust? It’s all just one giant mess. Now here is a song about betraying. You’re Gonna Go far, Kid by The Offspring. Enjoy.

Peace Sells… But Who’s Buying?

jrod21 — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 18:31:20 +0000

Peace Sells by Megadeth is an esoteric song with a handful of meanings, but I will write about the most popular meaning, which is about the stereotypes that “metal-heads” (people who listen to heavy metal and thrash metal) face from American society. According to the song, metal-heads don’t believe in God, they don’t support the “American system”, they don’t pay their bills, and more. Dave Mustaine, lead singer of Megadeth and has a cool last name, was most likely fed up with all these negative stereotypes that he wrote this song to prove them wrong. Here are some lyrics:

“What do you mean, “I don’t believe in God”?
I talk to him every day.”

Here he says that he does believe in God.

“What do you mean, “I don’t support your system”?
I go to court when I have to.”

He goes to court to participate in jury duty.

“What do you mean, “I can’t get to work on time”?
I got nothing better to do.”

He gets to work on time because he has nothing better to do.

“And, what do you mean, “I don’t pay my bills”?
Why do you think I’m broke? Huh?”

He pays his bills and that’s why he is broke.

“What do you mean, “I couldn’t be president, of the United States of America”?
Tell me something, it’s still “We the people”, right?”

Dave says that anyone, even he can be president because it’s “We the people.”

Another meaning of the song comes from the 2nd half of the song (minute 2:16 and forward in the video) with two famous Megadeth quotes, “Can you put a price on peace?” and “Peace sells…, but who’s buying?” It’s self-explanatory.

I love the drum beats starting at 3:00 and forward. The double bass pedals thunder through the rest of the song while the guitar solo screeches loud and proud. Dave’s voice fits perfectly with the song as it transforms from what sounds like speaking to yelling. Perfect heavy metal song. Kudos to Megadeth.

Top 5 Motivating Songs

jrod21 — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 18:42:09 +0000

I’m continuing my top lists with my top five motivating songs. Everyone has encountered at least one challenge in their life, whether it was playing a sport against a opponent or playing against the computer at chess. Usually in movies, the good guy starts losing in his challenge, but then a motivating song plays in the background and the good guy makes a comeback and wins. But what songs are considered motivating? It all depends on your style of music. Here are my top five motivating songs. By the way, Eye of the Tiger is NOT on this list because that song is way to cliche and banal (and I don’t like it).

5. Believe by Yellowcard

4. Gonna Fly Now (The Rocky Theme Song) by Bill Conti

3. Remember The Name by Fort Minor

2. I Want It All by Queen

1. You’re The Best Around by Joe Esposito

My Top 5 Eminem Songs

jrod21 — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 18:52:40 +0000

Eminem is a very talented rapper. His talent surpasses that of any other rapper I have ever heard of, and for that, this post will be about his songs. Here are my top five Eminem songs of all time. Enjoy. WARNING: Some of these songs include foul language, so don’t whine when you hear a cuss word.

5. Sing for the Moment

4. Lose Yourself

3. Beautiful

2. When I’m Gone

1. Mockingbird

Get A Job!

jrod21 — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 19:56:07 +0000

I am a big fan of funny songs with a deep meaning. This song, on the other hand, isn’t one of them; It’s just funny. The title says is all, Why Don’t You Get A Job? by The Offspring. The song is pretty much telling lazy people to get off their lazy a** and get a job, plain and simple. The song sounds like a rant from the singer to those people who expect things to be handed to them on a silver platter. It is a fun song to listen to with its rhythmic beat and light-hearted tempo. I also enjoy it because I can relate to this song, a lot. Listen to it and enjoy. Nuff said.

Yellowcard Will Light Up Your Sky

jrod21 — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 22:16:49 +0000

Light Up The Sky, Ocean Avenue, and The Takedown are just a few of Yellowcard’s epic songs. Yellowcard is a punk rock band from Florida. They are extremely unique with their violinist, unusual for a punk band, yet an exceptional addition to the band. I admire the passion of the drummer as he whales on the drums to create a soothing, complex, and rhythmic beat. The singer’s voice is clear and relaxing, and the guitar rifts are catchy and stick in your head. Here are two songs that I really enjoyed listening to. Listen and enjoy.

Light Up The Sky is one of their most popular songs. I think it’s a love song that he dedicated to a girl the singer loves. It’s evident in lines such as, “Let me tell you why I would die for you…” and “I would explode just to save your life.”

This is the acoustic version of Light Up The Sky.

This song, The Takedown, was the song that introduced me into listening to Yellowcard. The drum beats on this song are very well done and the violin sections stand out while listening to the song.

Ocean Avenue is considered by some Yellowcard’s trademark song. When they think of Yellowcard, this song is the first thing that pops up in their head.

This song is called Believe and it is Yellowcard’s tribute to the men and women, the heroes, who risked their lives to save others from the turmoil and the chaos of 9/11. It’s a sad but inspiring song.

So go ahead an give Yellowcard a shot.

Have You Ever…

jrod21 — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:47:49 +0000

…is the name of a new song I heard today by The Offspring. I have been an Offspring fan for nearly 2 years now and I am surprised I haven’t heard this song before. I consider it a punk rock song because of the fast rhythm it contains, but the end to it sounds more like alternative rock. The meaning I found inside the song is about paranoia. It describes the hard, emotional roller coaster of a life a man with paranoia lives. Living everyday with no one understanding what you are going through, living “Like someone else is keeping score and what could make you whole was simply out of reach.” Remember, that’s my interpretation. You can read the lyrics and interpret it yourself.

8-bit Wonders

jrod21 — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 02:38:13 +0000

Music has been revolutionized. It was first made by using human body parts (i.e. whistling, clapping), then it went to using musical instruments ( guitars, drums) and now by technological instruments, like DJ turntables or computer applications to make beats. Now music has been taken a step further by using old technology, 8-bit technology. In youtube, many people use 8-bit to make their own covers/remixes of their favorite songs. So far, I am liking what I am hearing. It reminds me of playing my old video games. Here’s a few examples.

Original Version of Paper Wings by Rise Against

8-Bit Version

Original Version of All I Want by The Offspring

8-bit Version

Original version of Aces high by Iron maiden

8-Bit version

Original version of Savior by Rise Against

8-Bit Version

There are a numerous amount of 8-bit covers for many famous songs, so go check them out.

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It’s Cool to Hate

jrod21 — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 19:38:39 +0000

For all you haters out there, I respect you. I don’t like haters, but I still respect them for their individuality. Therefore, I will dedicate this song for all the haters, called Cool To Hate by The Offspring. The song states why hating things can in fact be cool. Please, don’t hate on this song.

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