The Song that Inspires Me

Truth be told, I found some difficulty writing this blog. I have so many songs that I've liked over the years that it was hard for me to narrow my choices down to one. When I say I like songs or have favorites, I mean that particular song has good lyrics and beats. I've heard songs that have evoked strong emotions from me. I enjoy songs that make me want to analyze the lyrics and try to find a deeper meaning to them. I haven't come across a song that related so closely to my life until recently. "Stop Crying Your Heart Out" by Oasis is that particular song that I will always listen to whenever I need a reminder of where I've come from and where I am now. Though it isn't as lyrical as a lot of their other songs, in my opinion "Stop Crying Your Heart Out" is their most beautiful song.

There may be several ways to interpret this song but from a personal standpoint I interpreted what this song may mean by relating it to my experiences. I find that this song conveys the message of after having faced a dark point in life, the best thing to do next is to try and overcome it. I've managed to break free from a rocky relationship that I knew would not be able to last as I hoped it would. I found the only reason I held onto that relationship was because I was scared of being alone and I feared that I wouldn't have the strength to move on if I did leave the relationship. No matter how many times I was emotionally hurt by my ex, I took that abuse and kept it within not knowing that I was allowing my self-esteem to slowly rot. For a year I played with and fought against the idea of leaving but in the end I had to do what was best for myself. I remember when I had first heard Oasis' song on the radio as if it was yesterday. I had just packed all my stuff into my car (after having made the painful decision of leaving the relationship) and turned on my radio to ease my anxiety. I was obviously distraught but after this song had played and I had listened to it carefully, it raised my hopes. Never before had song created so much inspiration and hope within me that encouraged me to be someone I thought I never could be.

I interpret the opening lyrics as a source of reassurance. Whatever has happened, whether it be good or bad, the situation had passed and nothing can be done about it. I live by that rule now, I have to accept whatever has come to pass and try to move on from it without letting it effect me. What more can I do if I come across a situation that I can't help? It doesn't fix the matter if I dwell on the past so the next best thing is for me to try and continue on with my routine and ultimately my life. I find the chorus of the song very powerful. It has such a deep meaning for me that I usually think of this particular chorus whenever I find myself in a rut. I interpret the chorus has having been given a second chance and running with it. I think the stars are used as a metaphor because the only time stars fade are when dawn breaks. I find that the chorus is trying to convey the message that each day is a new one and thus the past must be forgotten each time each day fades into a new one. I find that the chorus is trying to be encouraging  by promoting inner strength and being selfish for your own needs. I personally found that I have a hard time being selfish but as a consequence, I get taken advantage of. Thanks to this song, I've allowed myself to be a stronger person and think of myself more than what I have to do into order to please others. This song alone has changed my life in many ways that I never thought needed changing.

(The links don't seem to be working for me so I can only provide a link to the video, sorry!)

 I like Leona Lewis' cover because she has incredible strength behind her vocals and she sings with such passion that it makes the song more emotional for me.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_V1rzqdYCWw

Hold up, hold on, don’t be scared
You’ll never change what’s been and gone
May your smile, shine on'

Don’t be scared, your destiny may keep you warm

Chorus
Cause all of the stars are fadin away
Just try not to worry, you’ll see them someday
Take what you need and be on your way
And stop cryin your heart out

Get up (get up) come on (come on)
why you scared (i'm not scared)
You’ll never change what been and gone

Chorus
Cause all of the stars are fading away
Just try not to worry you’ll see them someday
Take what you need, and be on your way
And stop crying your heart out

  Chorus Choir
Well all of the stars are fading away
Just try not to worry you’ll see them someday
Take what you need and be on your way
And stop crying your heart out
Stop crying your heart out
Stop, stop crying your heart out
Stop crying your heart out
Stop crying your heart out