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It's still falling down...
Thank you for the track All Falls Down. A long time ago, when life was simpler, this was simply a song with a funky beat and great lyrics that had a great vibe to it. Those were my adolescent days with my juvenile problems that felt like true cataclysmic catastrophes. Those would pale in comparison to the things that stress me today. This song speaks volumes about the trials and tribulations one will encounter on the road to glory. I’m sure we all know how the song goes, but take into consideration the separate phases the song goes through in just a matter of minutes. Now I’m writing solely based on my own experiences and interpretations of the song. I’ve second-guessed both of my degrees from the moment I got them because it’s so hard to find passion in a field with little to no grey area. “That major that she majored in don’t make no money.” Story of my life. Because the money to be made entails becoming a person I’m not equipped to be. Selling yourself for a dollar is the theme. I thought I could find security in a field that wouldn’t deviate so far from the rules and that hasn’t been the case. The song itself reminds me that things will continue to go wrong as long as you keep focusing on all the wrongs around you. It takes a strong mind to be able to see the positives around you whenever everything seems darkest. The song will transcend time and generations because the problems depicted in the song have continued to plague our society. Many will criticize a person that decides to overlook their shortcomings for the pursuit of happiness. But those same people will also advise you to do what makes you happy. The contradiction lies in the fact that advice can only seem sound when that person is happy with their situation. The struggles we encounter will always be in abundance. It helps define us because the person that rises from being knocked down is never the same person that went down. You rise a little tougher, a little wiser, a lot more determined.
By The Omnipotent Deity4 years ago in Beat
How Olamide Helped Me When I Started Struggling Last Year - Fireboy DML
Fireboy DML just released his highly anticipated third studio album, Playboy, on August 5th and he's talking a little bit more about the process that led to the album's release. It wasn't always easy and there are things Fireboy says he did on his last albums that he will never do again, as well as some crazy experiences that happened to him during the making of the album.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Beat
Pop Queens Who Rocked the 90s: Christina Aguilera & Britney Spears
These two pop queens started off on Star Search to joining the Mickey Club to becoming iconic Pop Queens of the 90s generation. Behind the scenes, things got chaotic between the two causing more media attention from the infamous Madonna VMA kiss. These two women have continued on their music careers but kind of drifted off, then the Free Britney movement, and the return of the feud again.....But even though two are no longer friends Spears and Aguilera are known as the Pop Queens of the 90s generation.
By Gladys W. Muturi4 years ago in Beat
LGBTQ+ Representation at The Hollywood Bowl
Every artist needs one big break Jenn DeSantis has advanced through to the fourth round of the Opening Act competition to perform at The Hollywood Bowl, and she needs our help as the competition gets tighter. Fans can vote for free once daily, and can also elect to purchase extra votes with a portion of their proceeds benefiting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
By Meg Corrieri4 years ago in Beat
What Evanescence Meant To A Black Girl in Southern California
I don't think anyone expected it. I mean look. Evanescence is a goth rock (I know Amy used to say they weren't goth rock, but that's like when Janelle Monae kept insisting that they weren't queer - it's ridiculous) band hailing from Little Rock, AK.
By Camille Ora-Nicole4 years ago in Beat
Why Making Song With Justin Bieber Showed Me There's Nothing to This Life - Omah Lay
Nigerian singer Omah Lay is commercially living his best life right now. The 25 year old singer just put out his 14-track studio album, Boy Alone, which features the hit single "Attention", a song which he did with American superstar Justin Bieber.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Beat
My Goodbye Yellow Brick Road Trip, Fit For a Queen
One night long ago, I was up watching some of my favorite music videos by British bands and smoking a joint. There’s nothing like great weed, awesome tunes, and some snacks to make for a perfect evening.
By The Mouthy Renegade Writer4 years ago in Beat
Pro Wrestling Has a Problem
Wrestling right now is awesome, it doesn't matter what kind of style you like or what kind of wrestling you want to see it is just out there waiting for you and will give you a loving embrace when you find it. So you could actually say that the wrestling bubble is smaller than ever this is why it may be about to cause a major problem. Anyway, i do love wrestling and even the bad stuff entertains me for better or worse. Because i watch it as such because i just think it's such a creative endeavor and the fact that you could always get an instant reaction well that just rocks. I mean i just want to see what people are going to do but as silly as it may sound you can have too much of something.
By Lawrence Lease4 years ago in Beat
Disney Black Music Stars have been mistreated in the music industry
With all the Caucasian Former Disney stars making it Big in the music industry like Hilary Duff, Miley Cyrus, Jonas Brothers,Demi Lovato, Selena Gomez, Britney Spears and Olivia Rodrigo. But how come with all the success they have receiving and when Disney black music stars tried they somehow flopped or never got the chance to receive the major success.
By Gladys W. Muturi4 years ago in Beat
