For those of you who don't know, this past weekend I got to see Incubus live. I found the situation funny seeing that I never imagined I'd get a chance to see them live...let alone my opportunity being in a different country. They were amazing. Unfortunately, like most concerts I go to, I was surrounded by a bunch of younger kids who jumped and screamed the lyrics ( Yes...they somehow knew the lyrics better than I though they're not english speaking...) To me,one must feel their music, not just the lyrics. They're such a well thought out group and so talented. I don't think I've ever seen a band sound that amazing live.
With that said, watching the video to "Drive" brings up a fun memory.During my freshman year of high school my favorite time of day would be that time slot from 3:30 til about 6pm ( When I wasn't doing some after school activity..).I would have to ask someone to drive me home, either Andrew,Harold, Kelly, Will..someone....because both my parents would be working and seeing that I was only 14, obviously did not have my license. What would I do once I arrived to the empty house? ( Melanie would be at homework camp, muahaha) Pop popcorn. Sit on the floor of the tv room...which was beside my room at the time.Put on TRL. This was during the era of good music. Well, at least decent. The end of Nsync's goody image and the beginning of more rock entering mainstream.
The one video that has always popped in my mind from these afternoons is Drive. I find it interesting that 10 years ago I loved Incubus by just listening to the music. Yes, I enjoyed the lyrics, but to be honest, I think it wasn't until recently that I really began comprehending them.( Listening to Pardon Me and realizing that " a decade ago" I was 13...hmm) Musically they're so moving. I don't know many people that can stand still while listening to them...if you can...you're not really listening to it. Even now , while writing this blog, I find myself bobbing my head and swaying. As weird as it may be, it's almost out of body like when you REALLY let whatever music take over you.
Have you ever thought of that? How music can legit be a high. We were laughing on Saturday that there was so much weed in the air that we probably got some contact high, but you don't need that help when listening to them. At least in my opinion. And I know there are a good amount of other bands out there that has that kind of effect on other people. I wonder why. I almost wrote my English 200 paper on how our mind connects with music and what kind of personalities attach to a certain genre. Unfortunately there weren't enough resources to write the paper on it...which made me a tad upset. It's such an interesting topic. I love Incubus. I love their lyrics. Love their Music. How has that shaped my personality?Think about what bands you can really get into..spiritually in a sense. Is there a connection between your lifestyle and the music? Maybe I'll try to look up some more about this. But it would be really cool if I could get some responses to this one, so don't be afraid! I'm intrigued by the concept and might research a little on it.
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