Looking For A Place Where I Belong: Any World That I'm Welcomed To By Steely Dan

Whenever the day is at an end, I often take a deep sigh as I make my way home. Don't get me wrong, I'm thankful for what I have but sometimes I wish there was more to it than that. As I have so often blogged, a lot of things that I wanted to achieve never came to be. Because of that, I've always had this feeling of yearning for something better. Somewhere out there is a place where I know I belong and there will be be people who would accept me for who I am. Yearning for something like that reminds me of the song "Any World That I'm Welcome To" by Steely Dan.

This is probably my favorite SD song of all times. They beat Linkin Park about writing a song of this nature. I would like to go a place where I feel that I could be myself and do all that I want to do without fear of redicule. A place where everything is perfect and all troubles are banished. Hanging out with cool people who respect for you are and being in a place where you can forget about all the crap that life has dealt is every man's dream. It's better than this really dismal situation I often find myself in.

One day I hope that I find that place aone day. Maybe when things settle down and everything is in order, that's when I'll start looking. I'm not surprised if I'm not alone when it comes to looking for such a place. But when the day comes when that place is found, I'll go there without hesitation and they'll have me, then I need not ask for anything else. Any world like that is better than this hands down.

Making An Impression: Iron Man By Black Sabbath

Whether you watch a movie when marauders ride into town or an MMA match were a fighter enters the stadium, you can bet they put up a heavy front as they make their appearance. When they walk in, don't be surprised if onlookers and bystanders start to turn and gaze at awe. Why wouldn't they, when they can feel that something powerful and mean is coming this way. When a scene like this starts to unfold, you can bet the music is something very direct and very intimidating which can really have a psychological effect on the audience and enemies alike. One such song can make such a statement is Black Sabbath's "Iron Man".

From the first time I heard this song, you feel like something terrifying is on its way. The first thing that the target would want to do is summon all his resolve to face this terror or fly from the scene. If you are the one marching to this tune, it's obvious that you're not in a nice mood and you can be sure where you are headed for will involve pure mayhem. You want to get all psyched up and not be distracted for the coming storm. With destruction on your mind, this song is the perfect choice.

It's amazing what emotions songs can stir inside a person. Its even more amazing when the right tune is played at the right place at the right time. You really want to make an impression on the other guy that you made a mistake messing with me. When you achieve that, you've already won the first part of the battle. When it comes to telling people to back off this song fits the bill.

Appreciate Your Work As Well As Make Your Mark In The World: Nine To Five By Dolly Parton

A lot of times, we struggle out of bed early in the morning when Monday starts to dawn. We eat what's left in frige; rush to the shower; get dressed and catch the first ride to work. When we reach the office, we try to get our act together and figure the schedule of the day. Although we know how the day goes, there are some surprises that come out of the blue which we struggle to put under control and pack at the end of the day. Even though the day was tough and we're worn out, we smile for a job well done as we strive to do better to reach our goals. The song "Nine To Five" by Dolly Parton bests sums up every working individual's daily struggle to make it in the world.

Though I'm really a fan of her, I have to admit now that I'm working I appreciate the massage of this song. It isn't easy trying to earn enough income especially with the current economic situation that we have. Still we get up like clockwork as we report for duty and get the job done. It isn't just about money or making a living but also it's about being alive. Despite the struggles and bad conditions, there are still people out there who do what they do because they like and still believe that the world will turn if we keep on going. Attitude like that is what we need to turn things around.

Just like everyone else, I'm striving for the same thing. I've learned my lesson and appreciate my work more than ever. I want to learn more skills to improve myself and despite my age, I still believe that's possible. I'm also working on other things that would help make my plans become a reality. Nobody said it was easy but I'm willing to keep working on it till it does come true. Till then, I'll keep on going to the daily grind that actually starts at 8 am and ends at 5pm.

Dolly Parton - Nine To Five
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You'll Know It When You Feel It: And I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues By Elton John

Time and time again, a lot of my entries were about hard times and the loneliness that went with it. Sure there times when I had some fun, but the lousy sure were more frequent. People who had it lucky never had times when things were so bleak that it bring you to your knees. Even if it is only for a moment, it still hits you hard and that's when you know you the case of the blues. When I hear the song "And I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues" by Elton John, all those bad experiences really hits me hard.

Why it's called the blues is simple: When something happens that steals away all that made your life meaningful disappears or worst is taken from you, that's when you call it the blues. A lot of times when I fell short, I could feel a dark hand starting to take all that I cherish away from me. You feel like everything's frozen, while the rest of the world goes on. Emptiness, disappointment and anger are your constant companions and put in a place where you don't want to be and made to do things you don't want to do. If that isn't the blues, I don't what is.

As much as it hurts, you have to keep it together and ride out the tough times. Lord knows how many times I've done that. Nevertheless, even if I have experienced it a lot of times, that doesn't mean I want to go through it again. The feeling hurts every time it happens and there's no getting use to it, unless your cold as ice. So when the blues hits you, you'll know it when you feel it.

Fear Of Losing Control: Wicked Game By Chris Isaak

I was saving this song for February but I decided otherwise and use for a different interpretation. A lot of times in the past, I've been a very naive person and because of that, I often get easily persuaded. As a result, I get that feeling that I'm being used. During such times, I get the feeling that I'm losing control which is something that I don't find amusing. When I hear the song "Wicked Game" by Chris Isaak, fear of losing control.

At the moment, there are a lot of things that I want to accomplish and those are my main priorities. The last thing that I want to feel is losing control. Call me Woodrow Call, but I often associate that feeling with addiction not love. I wouldn't call this love when you feel your losing yourself and everything and everyone becomes oblivious. you know it isn't love when you're on the losing end of the stick and all that you is slowly disappearing piece by piece.

Call me a coward for having this view, but if I feel that I have no control over what's happening then something's wrong this picture. Sure, your feel high, but then it won't be long until you take a nose dive and splat on the floor. The next thing you know, you're left for dead and looking like a mess with your heart splattered all over the place. That, I definitely don't like. I'd rather stay focus on what's really important and keep my head on shoulders rather than indulge in such foolishness.

Overlooked Song/Southern Pride: Rebel By Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers

As I have said time and time again, what draws me to Rt's 24K program is that they play the hits that I grew up listening to. Many of these songs were never played anywhere else which makes them all the more valuable to my view. When RT and 24Kir was back on air, I was overjoyed and even more so that the program was now on the weekend and playing for two straight days instead of one. Still, there are lot of songs that I wish the program would play on air. One such song was by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers called "Rebels".

I remember listening to this song every morning while going to school and I never tire of listening to it. My idea of what this song is all about is his being proud of his Southern Heritage. Although these days, political correct activists would accuse him of racists because every time I see them play this song, they always have the Confederate flag on hand. I don't think that's the case and like it or not, that flag is part of where he came from and he's not shy to show it. Either way this song is really cool and it helped wake me up for school better than a cup of coffee.

I plan to request this song from RT this coming weekend. It's been a while since I heard it on the air and the last time was when I was in High School. Songs like this should always be preserved and I guess I'm gonna give the DJs of 24K another challenge by asking for this song. Also, I wish they'd play some of the great and rare hits from the 60's and 70's, many of which were found only on RT. These songs should be heard by everyone for they are truly worth their weight in 24K gold.

Tom Petty - Rebels
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Can't Tell If It's Gonna Rain Or Shine: Just Like The Weather By 10,000 Maniacs

These days, I go to work with my coat and umbrella and although there are times when I don't I need to, I bring it just in case. The reason for this is because the weather has been very unpredictable. One minute, it's all hot and sunny only to see the sky turn grey and then rain starts pouring, leaving you soaking wet in the process. There's no telling what the day would bring once you step outside. The song "Just Like The Weather" by The 10,000 Maniacs sure reminds me of the strange weather we're happening.

Quite frankly, I don't like having to carry anything when I go out of the house. On the other hand, I don't relish the thought of going to and coming back to work soaked from head to toe. The worst part is when your shoes are so wet, bubbles start foam out as you walk. That's the hard part when summer ends and the rainy season begins. You don't know when the heavens start to pour.

So for the rest of this year, I guess I'll be carrying my coat and umbrella to work. Well, I guess I'll just have to cope with this crazy weather for as long as it takes. I'm not a kid anymore and at point of my life, you just have to accept the sad fact that crap like this happens. At least the rain stops once I check out from work. As for the coat and umbrella, Woodrow Call would say in the book "Lonesome Dove": Better have it and not need it than need it and not have it.

Like The Weather
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