Ever had a song that just reaches out and grabs you for some reason? Duh...we all have. Because it's finals week for me (as well as most other college students across the nation), I've been listening to A LOT of music. The kind of stuff that puts you in the zone...John Legend, Iron & Wine, etc.
I recently was introduced to a song by Imogen Heap called "Half Life". It brought me to tears. I know that those of you familiar with my rarely seen emotional side are aware that I'm a crier, but a song...really?! Slightly embarrassing.
Anyways, the song transported me to a place I'd been to before...in a half-life relationship, knowing "the odds were I'd never win". It was the perfect description; not abusive or unhealthy per say, but just half.
Looking back on who I've become since that place is what moved me--I realize I deserve whole life from someone. And even though I may not want to invest in something like that at this point...I know what to look for.
Have a listen and let me know what you think.
i love getting acquainted with new music! I think the line that is most touching is the one about growing old with someone...scary to think about. Thanks for the music suggestion!
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