Music That Moves the Heart -Vol.2-

Thank you for always reading my posts.
To those who are new here, thank you
for finding me.

Last time, as a trial,
I titled it "Music That Moves the Heart -Vol.1-"

When I introduced music that moved my heart
throughout my journey so far,
I received likes and comments,
which made me very happy, so
I'm going to write -Vol.2- without learning my lesson!
To everyone who read it,
thank you.

Even when we talk about music that moves the heart,
the way our emotions are stirred varies.

The song I am introducing this time
is one that taught me the importance of believing in the self I want to protect
and moving forward, even if it's slow or a detour.
Days when I feel down.

Days when I stumble and can't look forward.
Music that has given me courage and energy
at times like those.
Songs that encourage me.
Songs that comfort me.
Songs that powerfully push me forward.
Warm songs that gently wrap around me.

I cannot play any instruments, but
I feel like music is always by my side,
supporting me.
I love to sing, so sometimes I let out
my feelings and thoughts through my voice.

The music I listen to is also varied,
and while it is basically Japanese music,
I listen to all genres,
including J-ROCK, J-POP, R&B,
HIPHOP, and idol music,
regardless of whether it's from the Showa, Heisei, or Reiwa eras,
as long as I find the lyrics or atmosphere wonderful.

With that said, I'll end the introduction here
and get to the main topic of music introduction!

The one song I will introduce is this one.
A song that gave me courage.

"beautiful" / Superfly

I originally used to worry about the eyes and voices of those around me,
uselessly anticipating the expressions and reactions of others,
and I would overthink my choice of words and behavior,
worrying too much,
spending my time exhausted
trying not to make the other person
uncomfortable, rather than thinking of myself.

Thanks to that effort,
I am often perceived as a kind, approachable, and gentle person
who is thoughtful and considerate,
described as "kind," "attentive," or "reliable."

However, on the other hand.

When my thoughts and considerations become too deep,
my reactions become slow,
I fall behind the tempo of the conversation,
and there have been times when I missed the chance to state my opinion.
This still happens a little bit now.

When my response is slow,
I have often been unilaterally scolded and denied.

If I change the situation,
if I change my expressions and reactions flexibly
so as not to offend anyone,
I have been called a "people-pleaser" or asked, "Which one is the real Nari?"
I've been told jokingly that I'm "like someone with multiple personalities,"
and there are times when I secretly worry about it alone.

At times like that, when I listen to this song,
I feel like I can think, "It's okay to be this way,"
and it gives me the courage to "believe and move forward."

It's okay even if it's a detour.
It's okay even if your pace or tempo is slow.

Even if you have been hurt,
I want to polish and nurture my true self, and the feelings and thoughts I want to cherish.
Carefully. Gently. As if cherishing something.

Like a shining gemstone,
let's slowly nurture it until I can polish my heart and let it shine.

It is a song that made me realize that it's okay to value myself a little more,

rather than just focusing on others and those around me!

An idea popped into my head that it might be interesting
to create a membership where I share the music
that gives me courage and energy,
and share what I felt.

First, I feel like it might be good to introduce 3 or 4 songs like this
and then transition to a membership.
While posting articles and essays in parallel,

I'm thinking it might be good to make them available
for members to read when I write paid articles.
I imagine it would be fun if I could create an account
where you can enjoy the senses of "seeing," "reading," and "listening"

in three stages: thumbnail illustrations, articles/essays, and music!
I think the points that move the heart with music
are different for everyone.
Whether it's the lyrics, the musical style,
or the rhythm.

Everyone has their own preferences,
and there are lyrics and melodies that resonate with each person.
I don't know if there is a demand for it,
but I hope that the songs I introduce
can gently light up someone's heart and warm it.
I will close with a friendly meow.