Hehehehe Oh me, oh my! I am a neglectful blogger. So many blackouts and Internet problems as of late. And even some computer problems so... well, patience dear friends. I do have something for this marvelous Friday.

Featured song: "Word Up!" by Cameo [1986] (R&B, Funk)







Word Up! is an awesome song to kick off Friday, IMHO. Makes you wanna dance, actually. Hrhrhr

I remember listening to this song when I was younger. However, I forgot about this song until last year when during my dance classes, my teacher featured this in the line up of songs. It is indeed fun to dance to. Yes?

This song contributed to much of the fame of Cameo, although other bands have made covers of this song, even the nu metal band, Korn! Other artists/bands who did covers of this song include Gun, Willis, The BossHoss, Cochino, Digital Alkemist, and Jan Delay.

I hope you enjoy it!

Happy Sunday folks! What's up? I'm still in a bit of a low point, but hey, I need to pick myself up every now and then, right?

Today's featured song is inspired by my sister's profile pic at FaceBook. Her current picture shows four panels with the word: RAMONES! in the middle. At first, I had to scratch my head and think, "is there a new band that has ridden on the coattails of The Ramones' trail blaze of glory?" See, you must understand my confusion because my sister is not exactly well versed when it comes to music. I don't think she even knows a lot of the greats. New generation of music lovers and all. Apparently, what she meant was the same group I have known since forever. :) Here goes my song for today!

Featured song: "Poison Heart" by The Ramones [1992] (Punk rock)








The song was written by the band's ex-bassist Dee Dee Ramone, and is known for being the song that has a different beat than their usual songs.

The song sounds a bit sad but still appeals to me a lot. Although this song is not as well known as their more popular track, "I Wanna Be Sedated," it kinda echoes my state where I "just want to walk right out of this world..." Oh just check out the lyrics below, okay?

Did you know that Dee Dee Ramone offered this song in exchange for the band's bailing him out of jail? No? Well, now you know! :)

Lyrics:

No one ever thought this one would survive
Helpless child, gonna walk a drum beat behind
Lock you in a dream, never let you go
Never let you laugh or smile, not you.

Well, I just want to walk right out of this world,
'Cause everybody has a poison heart
I just want to walk right out of this world,
'Cause everybody has a poison heart.

Making friends with a homeless torn up man
He just kind of smiles, it really shakes me up.
There's danger on every corner but I'm okay
Walking down the street trying to forget yesterday.

Well, I just want to walk right out of this world,
'Cause everybody has a poison heart.
I just want to walk right out of this world,
'Cause everybody has a poison heart,
a poison heart, a poison heart, a poison heart ... yeah!

You know that life really takes its toll
And a poet's gut reaction is to search his very soul
So much damn confusion before my eyes,
But nothing seems to phase me and this one still survives.

I just want to walk right out of this world,
'Cause everybody has a poison heart.
I just want to walk right out of this world,
'Cause everybody has a poison heart,
Well, I just want to walk right out of this world,
'Cause everybody has a poison heart.
a poison heart, a poison heart, a poison heart.
a poison heart, a poison heart, a poison heart.

Nice day today, folks!

And it's FRIDAY!!! :) Care to sway to the beat with me? I promise ya this song is really nice.. especially for this nice morning.

Featured song: "Doo Be Doo" by Freshlyground [2004] (Jazz, Afropop)

This song is from Freshlyground's album, Nomvula, which was released in 2004. In case you did not know, Freshlyground is a band that is known for its Afro-fusion, as most of the band members are from South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique. What I like about their songs is that it makes you feel good at the same time happy.

Recently, the band has received an increase of popularity due to the collaboration they made with Shakira in the 2010 World Cup's theme song "Waka Waka (This time for Africa)". On their own right, the band has produced a number of well received singles, especially "Doo Be Doo."

If you listened to the clip above, you would have to agree, right?

Now have I brightened up your day or what?? :)

It's almost Friday.

However, I am currently going through a crisis. So this is my current soundtrack.

Featured song: "Que Sera, Sera" by Doris Day [1964] (Pop / Remake)







Well, this version is just one of many other remakes of this popular song. However, pardon me if I only hear Doris Day whenever I think of this song.

I remember this song clearly, and I even memorized this song because this is one of the common answers my grandmother would give me whenever I asked questions or something along those lines. :D

Have a nice day

Lyrics:

When I was just a little girl
I asked my mother what will I be
Will I be pretty
Will I be rich
Here's what she said to me

Que sera sera
Whatever will be will be
The future's not ours to see
Que sera sera
What will be, will be

When I grew up and fell in love
I asked my sweetheart what lies ahead
Will we had rainbows day after day
Here's what my sweetheart said

Que sera sera
Whatever will be will be
The future's not ours to see
Que sera sera
What will be, will be

Now I have children of my own
They ask their mother, what will I be
Will I be handsome, will I be rich
I tell them tenderly

Que sera sera
Whatever will be will be
The future's not ours to see
Que sera sera

What will be, will be
Que sera sera...

The song is inspiring, yes?

Well a few days ago, I was out trying to find jeans that would fit me. Unfortunately size has always been a problem of mine since I live in a part of the world that does not cater to the likes of me and my size. It sucks really. Of course, if you are a girl, this would be a complete downer for you because it is like one of the things that could depress you. Well, it depressed me.

MIKA wrote this song in celebration of curvier women. I think there is less of these songs all over the world because most preconceived ideas about beauty is that a girl has to be skinny. Anyway, this could be an anthem for me, myself, and I, as it definitely picked me up from the sadness.

So, big girls, if any of you are reading. Remember: YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL!! :)

Hi! I'm back!

After a long hiatus, I have surfaced from the depths of the Earth to take back my seat in this blogging world.

No, seriously, I have been absent for a while due to certain circumstances that could not be prevented. My grandma is in the hospital intensive care unit, and is still on her way to recovery.

Featured song: "Unwell" by Matchbox 20 [2002] (Pop rock)








The song may pertain to my grandmother being unwell. But this song means much more to me rather than its reflection on current events.

The song talks about a person who claims he is not crazy although he may seem to be. This is something that relates to me, since there have been various instances where people have dubbed me as crazy - not just as a joke but sometimes perhaps out of spite or incredulousity(?). Be that as it may, I know I am crazy... and as what Rob Thomas said in an interview, the song is basically for people who more or less are "f*cked up and feel alone like that. We all feel a little f*cked up sometimes ... you're not alone."

This song can be found in Matchbox 20's album "More Than You Think You Are," and it was nominated for a Grammy for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal in 2004.

Lyrics:

All day
Staring at the ceiling
Making friends with shadows on my wall
All night
Hearing voices telling me
That I should get some sleep
Because tomorrow might be good for something
Hold on
I'm feeling like I'm headed for a
Breakdown
I don't know why
I'm not crazy, I'm just a little unwell
I know, right now you can't tell
But stay awhile and maybe then you'll see
A different side of me
I'm not crazy, I'm just a little impaired
I know, right now you don't care
But soon enough you're gonna think of me
And how I used to be
Me
Talking to myself in public
Dodging glances on the train
I know
I know they've all been talking 'bout me
I can hear them whisper
And it makes me think there must be something wrong
With me
Out of all the hours thinking
Somehow
I've lost my mind
I'm not crazy, I'm just a little unwell
I know, right now you can't tell
But stay awhile and maybe then you'll see
A different side of me
I'm not crazy, I'm just a little impaired
I know right now you don't care
But soon enough you're gonna think of me
And how I used to be
I been talking in my sleep
Pretty soon they'll come to get me
Yeah, they're taking me away
I'm not crazy, I'm just a little unwell
I know, right now you can't tell
But stay awhile and maybe then you'll see
A different side of me
I'm not crazy I'm just a little impaired
I know, right now you don't care
But soon enough you're gonna think of me
And how I used to be
Hey, how I used to be
How I used to be, yeah
Well I'm just a little unwell
How I used to be
How I used to be

Sorry for the absence guys. I was a wee bit busy. Anyway, here's my latest offering. I hope you like it! :)

Featured song: "Someone to Fall Back On" by I'll Can't Go On, I'll Go On ft. Aly Michalka [2009] (Indie)







The song is taken from the movie "Bandslam" that was released last year. The movie features Aly Michalka [Phil of the Future] of the duo 78violet. Vanessa Hudgens [High School Musical series], and Gaelan Connell [Law & Order, Chocolat]. The song above is one of the movie's band together with Aly Michalka. The movie's soundtrack actually features a number of really interesting tracks, including a cover of a song by Bread which I will feature later on.

I actually have this song on replay on my player for a couple of days now. What captivates me the most is the quiet intro that later blends into something more upbeat. Plus, it does not sound much like Aly. Heehee I like Aly and her sister, but I will feature them later on.

The tone of the song from the start makes me feel wistful or something. Like I'm flying a bit on clouds although the song is not that happy really. But it's okay. LOL You should listen, really. Whatever it is, I keep playing this song again and again. :)

Lyrics:

I'll never be
A knight in armor
With a sword in hand,
Or a kamikaze fighter;
Dont count on me
To storm the barricades
And take a stand,
Or hold my ground;
Youll never see
Any scars or wounds -
I dont walk on coals,
I wont walk on water:
I am no prince,
I am no saint,
I am not anyones wildest dream,
But I will stand behind
And be someone to fall back on.

Some comedy -
Youre bruised and beaten down
And Im the one
Whos looking for a favor.
Still, honestly,
You dont believe me
But the things I have
Are the things you need.
You look at me
Like I dont make sense,
Like a waste of time,
Like it serves no purpose -
I am no prince,
I am no saint,
And if thats what you believe you need,
Youre wrong - you dont need much,
You need someone to fall back on...

And Ill be that:
Ill take your side.
If Im the only one,
Im used to that.
Ive been alone,
Id rather be
The half of us,
The least of you,
The best of me.
And I will be
i'll be Your prince,
Ill be your saint,
I will go crashing through fences
In your name. I will, I swear -
Ill be someone to fall back on!
Ill be the one who waits,
And for as long as youll let me,
I will be the one you need.
Ill be someone to fall back on
ill be someone to fall back on
one to fall back on...