the soundtrack of my life

music has always been a major part of my life. so, it was only natural that one of my topics would involve music. :) i said 7 songs ... there is no way i could only pick 7 songs.

now, if i was to make a soundtrack for my life, it would include (in no particular order ...)

Thriller - Michael Jackson: i think i was 3 when this video came out. the first time i ever saw it, i watched it from behind the couch. after that i was fascinated with it.

The Middle - Jimmy Eat World: besides being my favorite song to sing off rockband/guitar hero, it's just an amazing song. i'm a lyrics girl - and these have always hit close to home for me.

Livin' on a Prayer - Bon Jovi: i can't even tell you how many times this song has been stuck in my head. plus, i've seen them in concert a few times and they are amazing.

Everything - Lifehouse: this is one of the most beautiful songs i've ever heard by one of the sweetest bands i've ever met. if i ever get married, this is going to be my wedding song. don't steal it.

Mexico - Incubus: i've always been someone who loved going to concerts. back in college, i got into the incubus show at the riv (one of the best venues in chicago) for free and ended up with passes to the after party. while meeting the band was definitely the highlight of the night, this song is a stand out from the actual concert. i can picture it perfectly every time i hear the song.

Halfway Home - Jason Mraz: picking just one of jason's songs is nearly impossible. his voice is just perfection. he is one of my favorites to see in concert. his shows are amazing and he is hilarious. meeting him was incredible (equally incredible, the hug he gave me. fabulous hugger:)

Gavin's Song - Marc Broussard: this song always makes me cry. it reminds me of my uncle hal. it sounds like something he'd have said to his kids (who were 10, 12 & 14 when he died).

Open Arms - Journey: for as long as i can remember, i've been addicted to this song. hence my email address. :) journey has always been one of my mom's favorite bands, so i've inherited that love. now, if i could just convince steve perry to come back ...

I See You - Mika: a new entry. this song's lyrics ring so true right now, it hurts. a lot.

In Loving Memory - Alter Bridge: in the christmas video, this was the song i used in the segment about all of our loved ones that had passed. it fit perfectly. my favorite line - "and even though you're gone, you still mean the world to me ..." chills, everytime.

Seize the Day - Avenged Sevenfold: because adding "a little piece of heaven" might just scare people.

The Ghost of You - My Chemical Romance: they are one of my favorite bands, so i had to include a song from them. besides loving the song, this video is incredible.

Let It Be - The Beatles: needs no explanation. it's the beatles!

You Got - Melee: it's just fun.

Burn Out Brighter (Northern Lights) - Anberlin: great song. fabulous message.

Bye Bye Bye - *NSync: this was high school/college for me. i remember my friend and i trying to learn this dance on her front porch ... i am NOT a dancer. and many a passerby bore witness to that fact. i probably saw them in concert ... i don't know, 30 times ... at least.

Step by Step - NKOTB: my first concert. ahh, joey ....

Never Gone - Backstreet Boys: i used this song in the ending credits of the christmas video. (yes, it had credits.) i had made a last minute edit, dedicating the video to hal. that dedication came up just as the last line was sung, "never gone. never far. in my heart is where you are."

Someday We'll Know - New Radicals: i've always loved this song. it really makes you think.
"did the captain of the titanic cry?"

The Masterplan - Oasis: oasis was high school for me. it's hard to pick just one song, but this was always one of my favorites. "acquiesce" was a close runner up.

Gravity - Sara Bareilles: because sometimes you are drawn to the things you aren't allowed to be drawn to.

Neighbors - The Academy Is... : this one always makes me smile. you can't help but sing along.

Summer Breeze - Seals and Croft: reminds me of the island. sitting on the beach staring out at the lake.

Untitled - Simple Plan: this is one of the most powerful videos i've ever seen. maybe it's because it's about something that's happened to my family. i cried the first time i saw it. i already loved the song, the video made me respect the band.

The Fantasy - 30 Seconds to Mars: this band will forever remind me of the road trip to colorado 'becca and i took this past summer.

Through Glass - Stone Sour: i fell in love with this song the first time i heard it.

Your Guardian Angel - Red Jumpsuit Apparatus: it's a powerful song, gave me chills the first time i heard it.

Boom Boom Pow - Black Eyed Peas: because i need a track for the club kids. :)
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I could seriously go on forever ... this is going to need to be a 2-disc set. the special edition will include a dvd with all the videos.