My Celebrity Playlist
So I was exploring the iTunes store and I noticed that a bunch of celebrities have put together playlists of their favourite songs. I spent the better half of an hour digesting the musical tastes of Sara Bareilles, Jason Mraz, Usher (of whom many of his own songs are on his playlist), Natasha Bedingfield, and the list goes on. Each artist even gave a brief description for each track explaining why it was they liked that particular song. I found it very enlightening to discover these little peaks into celebrity iPods, so to speak.
This inspired me to create my OWN 'celebrity playlist'. So here it is:
1. L'il Red Boat - Angel Grant
This song hits so close to home for some reason. It's like the anthem for all those trying to find themselves in this big world. Who isn't, right?
2. Open My Heart - Yolanda Adams
This song has been with me through some trying times. I can't find the words to describe what this song means to me. I absolutely love it.
3. Gravity - Sara Bareilles
Although Sara's current hits 'Love Song' and 'Bottle it Up' are great tracks, they don't do her justice. She is one talented singer/songwriter and this is my favourite song of hers. I just love how this song feels.
4. Fast Car - Tracy Chapman
I have loved this song for as long as I can remember. Classic.
5. Got 'Til It's Gone - Janet Jackson
Man, does this song groove. The kicking beat, the Joni Mitchell chorus, Janet, Q-Tip ... genius.
6. Doo Wop (That Thing) - Lauryn Hill
Oh where, oh where has Lauryn Hill gone? Oh where, oh where can she be? You can't help but dance in your computer chair to this song. It's fun, cool, and intelligent. Hip hop just ain't the same anymore. The world needs less songs about 'lollipops' and 'candy shops' and more songs about 'how you gon' win when you ain't right within?' Come back Miss Lauryn Hill!
7. Be Without You - Mary J. Blige
The epitome of a good, solid R&B slow tempo track. I love how Mary J. pours her soul into all her songs. This one is no exception.
8. Anytime - Brian McKnight
Oh, Brian. What can I say about my dear Brian McKnight? In my books, he deserves his own separate playlist. Nonetheless, this is one of my favourite tracks of Mr. McKnight. You can just feel the yearning and the heartache in this song. Oh, and that opening piano strain is haunting.
9. Ex-Factor - Lauryn Hill
Love this song. The lyrics are awesome and the music fits the song so well.
10. Crush - David Archuleta
This is only the first song EVER released thus far for David but I will not hesitate one moment in adding it to my playlist. I need a whole separate blog to explain the awesomeness that is David so I'll try to just comment on the song here. This song is r&b, pop, and rock all rolled into one and it works so seamlessly. And that VOICE. Mark my words, David Archuleta is the best thing to come out of this decade and he will be a musical icon - no doubt. This song is only the tip of the iceberg for David.
11. I Wish I Wasn't - Heather Headley
This song makes me feel the pain of a wounded heart all over again. Listen to it, you'll know what I mean.
12. Nobody's Supposed to Be Here - Deborah Cox
Oh wow. Can this girl belt out a song. Whenever I listen to this song, I imagine myself singing it as a contestant on American Idol and wowing everyone in the building. I don't know why. Don't ask me. But there's a reason why this song was the longest running #1 track on the R&B billboard charts (14 weeks)! Incredible song sung with so much passion and gusto.
13. Beautiful Surprise - India Arie
This is the sweetest song I've ever heard. It's like India Arie reached into my heart and soul and wrote a song about how I feel about my hubby. So perfect.
14. Listen - Beyonce
I'm not a huge fan of Beyonce but this song from the 'Dreamgirls' soundtrack is pretty powerful.
15. Slow Dancing in a Burning Room - John Mayer
There are so many John Mayer songs that I love but there is something about this song that sticks out to me. It is just so... sexy... and smoky... and downright cool. I remember John Mayer once said that a great song is one where the sound and feel of a song matches the lyrics. This song is a great example of that. If this song had no lyrics, I would imagine this song to be exactly about what John Mayer writes it to be. I don't know if I'm making any sense. But long story short - he's a musical genius.
16. Tell You Something (Nana's Reprise) - Alicia Keys
This song has such a great message. Show the people you love just how much you love them. No regrets. Don't waste a day, don't hesitate.
17. Home - Brian McKnight
Another awesome song by Brian McKnight. This song reminds you what is most important in life. No matter how much off the beaten path you've gone, you can always go 'home'.
So there it is. My all-time favourite songs. Ever. These aren't just great sounding songs, these songs all mean something to me. Be it in the lyrics, the melody, or just the way it makes me feel inside when I listen to them. Go to iTunes and give them a sample listen! Thanks for listening!
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