"Hey Jude" The Beatles
This song goes way back for me. I don't know if I could accurately say when I first heard this tune, but I do remember the first time I really listened to it. I was 22 years old and out driving with friends. This time in my life was anything but simple- my parents had divorced not long before, I had made massive changes but had yet to truly choose a life course, and I was left feeling inadequate to lead a fulfilling life. I felt weak, and there were so many around me stronger than me that struggled.
This song soaked into my consciousness like warm sunlight. Though this song was written for another young man years ago, in that moment it was my song. Like an older brother staring squarely at my insecurities and declaring that I would I overcome. No matter the odds, I would overcome. Growth and change, whether on an individual basis or in a family line, takes some serious courage.
Any time since that night that I feel overwhelmed by trying to lead a meaningful life, I will immediately play this song. I will remember to "take a song and make it better".
This song soaked into my consciousness like warm sunlight. Though this song was written for another young man years ago, in that moment it was my song. Like an older brother staring squarely at my insecurities and declaring that I would I overcome. No matter the odds, I would overcome. Growth and change, whether on an individual basis or in a family line, takes some serious courage.
Any time since that night that I feel overwhelmed by trying to lead a meaningful life, I will immediately play this song. I will remember to "take a song and make it better".