Last weekend I flew to Florida to visit friends and family. Before I popped the new Lemony Snicket audiobook into the CD player of my rental car, I listened to a mix I made in 2009 that I had recently unearthed. Most of the songs I skipped because 4 years later I'm not into them … Continue reading Rejection Playlist Volume 2, Track 3 “The Fear”
Rejection Playlist Volume 2, Track 2 (B) “Jumper”
To keep up with the '90's theme, I thought I'd throw a Third Eye Blind song into the Rejection playlist. In fact, this might turn into an all '90's themed Rejection Playlist, because you know, the mid-9o's was full of "great" music. I kind of miss it and the awesomely bad videos. And well he's … Continue reading Rejection Playlist Volume 2, Track 2 (B) “Jumper”
Rejection Playlist Volume 2, Track 2 (A) “Tubthumping”
I'd like to thank Emma Donoghue, author of Room, for reminding me of this gem of a song. Like many 90's one-hit-wonders I forgot that it existed. It's a pretty good song for life and being tenacious and resilient and all that bullshit if we're talking about theme here. Of course, Chumbawamba's hit was really about getting … Continue reading Rejection Playlist Volume 2, Track 2 (A) “Tubthumping”
Rejection Playlist Volume 2, Track 1 “Another One Bites the Dust
Back in college/ grad school I would blast Queen's "Another One Bites the Dust" after every job rejection or breakup and throw myself a dance party. Freddie Mercury always made me feel better. It's the quintessential rejection song, don't you think? Another one bites the dust There are plenty of ways you can hurt a man … Continue reading Rejection Playlist Volume 2, Track 1 “Another One Bites the Dust
Rejection Playlist: Volume 1, Track 12: “Yr Mangled Heart”
For something a little different today, allow me to introduce you The Gossip, a Pacific Northwest punky/gospel band. I love this song for a lot of reasons, but mostly the line, "I don't want the world, I only want what I deserve." That's true, right? I don't want to be J.K. Rowling or Stephanie Meyer. … Continue reading Rejection Playlist: Volume 1, Track 12: “Yr Mangled Heart”
Rejection Playlist Volume 1, Track 11: “Stronger”
I'm a closet Kelly Clarkson fan. I'm talking the old Kelly Clarkson, the one from 2004. That said, her new song "Stronger," speaks to me, especially on hard days, which makes it a perfect addition to the Rejection Playlist. You think you've got the best of me/ Think you've had enough the last laugh/ Bet … Continue reading Rejection Playlist Volume 1, Track 11: “Stronger”
Rejection Playlist, Volume 1, Track 10: “Stay Gold”
I am absolutely in love with Big Pink, especially the song "Stay Gold." It's perfect for those moments when you're getting good at talking yourself out of doing what you love because it's tearing you apart. Because you're tired of hearing "no." A time to love, a time to fly And beat the darkness into … Continue reading Rejection Playlist, Volume 1, Track 10: “Stay Gold”
Rejection Playlist Volume 1, Track 9: “I Guess It’s Gonna Rain Today.”
When it rains, it pours (except in Seattle where November-May is more like a light drizzle with a chance of snow). Sometimes everything is going well and you get even more good news. Other days, it's more like you're trapped in a sh*tstorm. For those days I give you Sondre Lerche, one of my friend … Continue reading Rejection Playlist Volume 1, Track 9: “I Guess It’s Gonna Rain Today.”
Rejection Playlist Volume 1, Track 8: “Write About Love”
Someone once told me that you should sell five books before quitting your day job. If that is case, I won't be leaving my day job anytime soon, which is why I love "Write About Love," by Belle and Sebastian so much. I know a spell That would make you help Write about love, it could be … Continue reading Rejection Playlist Volume 1, Track 8: “Write About Love”
Rejection Playlist Volume 1, Track 7: “Hold On”
Last week's song "Hold On" by Alabama Shakes reminded me of this 1980's gem by Wilson Phillips, which is wicked inspirational. "No one can change your life except for you/ don't ever let anyone step all over you." In case you need the reminder: Some day somebody's gonna make you want to Turn around and say … Continue reading Rejection Playlist Volume 1, Track 7: “Hold On”
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