That when you lose the magicI always knew that Peter Cetera's World Falling Down album was written and recorded the same time that his marriage was ending. I wish I had this CD 2 years ago. The quoted part is the chorus to the title track. The song sounds upbeat, but the subject matter is about life collapsing in on you. The music and lyrics together, to me, convey hope amiss sadness. Yes, life may be the worst it will be at the moment, but hope will get you through. I could have used this song when my world fell down on me about 2 years ago. I could have used the whole CD. It's all about accepting loss and moving on. Actually, the both albums I got the other day are good. However, in the whole, World Falling Down is much better than Solitude/Solitaire.
Suddenly your world comes falling down
All around you
And though it seems so tragic
Even when theres no one else around
You hear the sound
Of another world falling down
When I got home from school today, I stopped and spoke with my dad. I just discussed with him my day and my feelings. He mentioned in our conversation about the changes and growth I have made in the past 2 years. He noted that I accepted loss and instead of letting it take over and be my life, I didn't stop my life. I kept going on.
I had a good day today. Charlie and Joey said stuff I needed to hear. Charlie gave me praise on the work I've done so far for my senior project. Joey reminded me that I'm producing a web application that's expected to be a prototype. I need to hear those words. Lindsey provided the ear I needed to get some things off my chest that I haven't been able to express to a friend. She also said a few things that made me laugh and feel better. These things also made me realize that I'm on the right track for my life.
Worlds may fall down, but they can also be rebuilt.
[♪ Listening to: "Even A Fool Can See" - Peter Cetera]
Posted by Shawn at August 24, 2007 6:06 PM in Entertainment, General.
