Brittany Zepernick
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English Composition One
Mrs. Stoynoff
1, November 2012
Essay 3, Importance of Music
Music plays a very important role throughout our lives. People need music for
entertainment and to help us remember significant events. Music is known as the universal
language, and it is no secret that people love music. While it is a way to relate to situations
through lyrics of a song, it also enables people to express themselves. In addition, it creates
emotions depending on the type of music a person listens to. Furthermore, it has the ability to
change emotions, provoke thoughts, and inspire us, as well as encourage listeners to relate to the
lyrics of the song.
We listen to songs in which we can relate to. When we feel a certain emotion, we base
the type of music that we listen to off of that particular emotion. We like to be reassured that we
are not the only ones to feel a certain way. Hearing that other people are encountering the same
problems throughout life, gives us a feeling that we are not alone, and that we can relate to each
other through song. When we are happy, we tend to enjoy the music, but when we are sad we
understand and appreciate the lyrics, in which we can relate back to our own lives. However, we
not only relate to the music itself, but also others that listen to the same type of music. It tends to
bring us closer to people that share common interests, which can help develop friendships, and
tie emotional connections.
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Listening to different types of music can cause different emotions. Slow songs create a
sense of calmness, while in contrast; fast upbeat music tends to create positive reactions in which
can influence us to achieve great things in life and help us set goals. It can also even create a
sense of excitement. Music is incorporated so much in our everyday lives. During activities that
we engage in physically, such as running, we often listen to music that will potentially increase
our performance. We Steer away from slow songs, for music that is faster tends to boots our
energy, and therefore has more potential to motivate our performance versus the potential a
slower song would have.
Music also has the ability to bring back memories. Simply by hearing a song, things can
be remembered about a particular time or event, whether it’s a memory from one’s childhood, or
from only a few years ago. This is another example as to why music is so important in our lives,
because sometimes a song can be the best way to reminisce about our past, in which are
memories that we often prefer not to lose.
Music can be inspirational in many ways. It not only inspires us to feel a certain way, but
to also act a certain way. Many songs can encourage us to dress, think, and feel like the artists
who have created the songs we choose to listen to. These artists easily become our role models.
However, certain songs can also encourage us to be ourselves and stand out. There are many
motivational songs that inspire us to have dreams, and inspire us to someday reach them.
One song that has really inspired me is “Hero” by Mariah Carey. This song is very
inspirational as well as the artist herself. I feel as if though this is an artist that I admire, look up
to, and view as a role model. This song has very motivating and moving lyrics, and when you
take the time to listen to the lyrics, you realize the significance behind them. The song has the
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ability to help me find strength within myself to overcome any obstacles I may encounter
throughout my lifetime. It will always be a song that I will be able to listen to and find
motivation in. I believe that a hero is someone who endures and perseveres in spite of
overwhelming obstacles, and this song helps me to remember the important heroes in my life
who also give me strength. Although this is only one of her many inspirational songs, this song
stands out to me, and will always be a song that I can listen to for motivation.
In conclusion, music will forever be something that plays an important role in our lives.
Whether it be listening to music as we take a walk in the park, or using a song to remember an
important time. It can reach out to many people and help them understand that they are not alone.
It has the ability to bring back many memories, and it helps us to not forget special events that
we hold dear to our hearts. It inspires us to not be afraid and to stand up for what we believe in.
We thrive on it, as the inspiration within songs creates ambition that we need in life. It is
something that we could potentially hear every day, whether we take notice to it or not. Music is
always around us influencing our actions, thoughts, and emotions. Although, sometimes we do
not acknowledge the importance of music, it will forever be something that we could not live
without.