March's Favourite...

Since I've started to work from home and at my favourite little coffee shop in town, I've been listening to a lot more music... Maybe a little much since sometimes I don't even hear the songs after a while.

Anyways... I've gathered a few songs, few of my favourites as well as an album that will be coming up soon! 

So let's start with FUR. A band from Brighton, indie and not too popular which makes me want to listen to them more. Came across this band by accident via YouTube and since then it's been playing around. There's something about the band that is catchy... So if you enjoy Indie go for it...

Next stop will be Banners. A musician from Liverpool who only started a few years ago. I first heard "Shine A Light" and then heard another song from a tv series "The Good Doctor" on episode 17. Since then I've been enjoying listening to this musician who I believe has a talent. 

Catfish and the Bottlemen is a Welsh indie rock band who I've fallen in love with. I cannot get enough of their songs, between the music as well as the lyrics. Got to first hear them back in 2007 when their first album came out, but since then, I've come across amazing songs... 

Another band which have been playing for a while now is The Wombats which is an indie rock band from Liverpool. "Kill the Director" was the first song that made me like the band as it is quite different from what I used to listen to. Still active and still going strong...

One of my 'lover boy' as to be Tom Grennan. Singer based in London caught my attention with one song ' This Is the Age' and then multiple songs followed. His voice definitely gives you chills... Plus I can't deny how handsome he is, what a bonus...

My recent discovery got me back 'home', Ireland. A young Dubliner, Dermot Kennedy, inspired a lot of my current creative writing. Calm but yet powerful voice, amazing songs got me to think a lot. His music is a blend of a whole lot got me intrigued and since then, I haven't got tired of listening to him. Homesick...

The album which is supposed to come out on the 5th of April is called "What's It Like Over There?" from my favourite band, Circa Waves. If you haven't heard from them it's an indie rock band from Liverpool. Despite being my favourite band, I truly believe they deserve a lot more credit for their music as well as their videos... Cannot wait for the new album but for now, I've got a little peak on what's coming up... 

Music has always been my cup of tea but I've recently listened to many more songs, and I cannot get over them all! 

~Bella

Middle of the Bed from Lucy Rose...

Middle of the Bed by Lucy Rose

I sleep in the middle of the bed

You don't know, is it fine to hold my hand?

I sleep in the middle of the bed

Sun slips through my cold hands

Do you really want me back?

Do you really want me back?

Cause I'm over it, over you

All over the town they say I love you

I'm over it, I'm over you

All over the town

They say I love you, yeah

They say I always will

They say I love you, yeah

These wounds, they won't heal

I talk to myself at night

Better still when the lights are turned out 

I talk inside my head

Better if nobody knows what I said

Do you really want me back?

Do you really want me back?

Cause I'm over it, over you

All over the town they say I love you

I'm over, I'm over you

All over the town

They say I love you, yeah

They say I always will

They say I love you, yeah

These wounds, they won't heal

It's all over the town

You're spreading the rumors

It's all over the town

You're spreading the rumors

If you knew me at all

You should all know my answers

(X4)

-Fin

~Bella

Red Face by Lucy Rose...

Red Face from Lucy Rose

I don't care

What the people may say

Cause it's just the sun

Rising again

So I'll take a trip

To the back of my mind

See what is there

What will I find

Cause you've got trouble searching for you

And you said: "Everything will be the same."

Look here, everything is gonna change

And you said: "It's what I needed."

I don't believe it 

I don't care

What the people may say

Cause it's just the sun

Rising again

So I'll take a trip 

To the back of my mind

See what is there

What will I find

Cause you've got trouble searching for you

And you said: "Everything will be the same."

Look here, everything is gonna change

And you said: "It's what I needed."

I don't believe it

Take what you wanted

Leave what you didn't need

-Fin

~Bella

Shiver- Lucy Rose

New favorite song, a sad one, but can't get enough of it! I've always been more attracted to British music, but this is beyond anything I've listened to! I think you'll have to deal with her for a while cause I'm planning on posting one of her songs once in a while... But let's start with the one I absolutely love! 

Shiver by Lucy Rose 

We broke

Everything that was right

We both enjoyed a good fight

And we sewed 

All the holes we had to breathe

To make the other one leave

And I loved the way you looked at me

And I miss the way you made me feel

When we were alone 

When we were alone

And I'll shiver like I used to 

And I'll leave him just for you

And I'll shiver like I used to

Just for you

And we stole

Every moment we had to make the other one feel bad

And we hoped that we could be what we knew 

It never turn out to be real

And I loved the way you looked at me

And I miss the way you made me feel

When we were alone 

When we were alone

And I'll shiver like I used to 

And I'll leave him just for you

And I'll shiver like I used to 

Just for you

And if we turn back time 

Could we learn to live right

And if we turn back time 

Could we learn to live right

And if we turn back time 

Could we learn to live right

And if we turn back time 

Could we learn 

And I'll shiver like I used to 

And I'll leave him just for you

And I'll shiver like used to

Just for you

Like I used to

-Fin

~Bella

She's always a woman to me...

Not long ago, I discover this kid on YouTube, Britain's Got Talent... He was so talented that it brought me to tears. I knew the song, She's Always A Woman To Me from Billy Joel, but it never affected me as much as this kid did! I'm not personally the only one who thought this kid had talent, everyone did!

She's Always A Woman To Me

She can kill with a smile

She can wound with her eyes

She can ruin your faith with her casual lies

And she only reveals what she wants you to see

She hides like a child

But she's always a woman to me

She can lead you to love

She can take you or leave you

She can ask for the truth

But she'll never believe

And she'll take what you give her as long as it's free

Yeah, she steals like a thief

But she's always a woman to me

Chorus: 

Oh, she takes care of herself

She can wait if she wants

She's ahead of her time

Oh, and hse never gives out

And she never gives in

She just changes her mind

She will promise you more

Than the Garden of Eden

Then she'll carelessly cut you

And laugh while you're bleedin'

But she'll bring out the best

And the worst you can be

Blame it all on yourself

Cause she's always a woman to me

Chorus

She is frequently kind

And she's suddenly cruel

She can do as she pleases

She's nobody's fool

But she can't be convicted 

She's earned her degree

And the most she will do

Is throw shadows at you

But she's always a woman to me.

"I think music in itself is healing. It's an explosive expression of humanity. It's something we are all touched by. No matter what culture we're from, everyone loves music." -Billy Joel

~Bella

Benefits you may gain from being single...

I'm sure most of us are single and unhappy... But have you ever thought about the good that being single may procure?

From what I've seen, read, experience, I can tell you some benefits of being single are around! The idea of being "alone" might have gotten as far as boring, and pretty lonely, you might be mistaken, slightly mistaken!

It's about finding your true self, what you are all about, the good, the bad, the unexplained, the confusion that surrounds you, what are your weaknesses, strengths, insecurities. We know what our physical appearances are all about, but do we know what's hidden behind our tough shell? Being single gives you the opportunity to have some solitude, so embrace it, learn and discover who your true self is.

It's about discovering what you want in your future. Job, family, friends... Dreams exist, but how many people can say they arrived at that dream destination? When you are in a relationship you have new responsibilities, you can't just take a job opportunity all across the ocean because you know that
your other half won't be able to make it out there with you, and it's a charge. Don't get me wrong, don't assume I would prefer to be single, but sometimes it helps you build what you want around you.

It's about these little-forgotten skills that are showing up again! We all forget what we are truly capable of doing, and being single makes you look at life differently than while being in a relationship. Your confidence builds up, and your journey of self-discovery makes you gain some talents, or hidden skill appears again!

It's about loving ourselves! Being by yourself makes you see that you also deserve to be loved. There is a saying "Love yourself before you can love anyone else..." You certainly can love someone else, even if you are going through a nightmare, but you obviously won't love with a pure heart, and won't be able to love without low self-esteem getting in the way.  Loving ourselves is important! Don't forget that! 

It's about being you and flirt without fear! We all flirt, don't try and deny it, even the person who flirts the worst, still does it! Flirting is an innocent little gesture, but it can be quite dangerous, someone may end up developing feeling. If you love flirting, I suggest you get back to your single state to prevent a disaster with your partner, obviously, if you are in a relationship.

It's about saving time and money! Let's face the fact, when you are in a relationship you love to spend on your other half. You try to please the other party, spend your free time with them instead of something for yourself. Some couples need a certain amount of time on the phone, over text, and without knowing it, the hours you spend on the phone takes most of your day! 

It's about staying and growing your friend circle. When you are in a relationship, you have less time for your friends, and that happens to everyone almost. Just because you are in a relationship doesn't mean you have to let your friends go, but we see them less. Single people focus on siblings, friends more. 

Being single as its perks, don't be ashamed, feeling lonely or act like you will die alone! It won't get you anywhere, and I promise you, being alone is refreshing, you need it sometimes. You need some alone time to resource yourself, relax and think about yourself. 

"Being single doesn't mean that you know nothing about love. Sometimes, being solo is wiser than being in a false relationship." 

~Bella

One more to go!

Mondays are tough, most of us hate them, so here is a little song to cheer you up a bit! 

I'm not sure why I love this song, but I do, and I cannot get over it! I won't stop listening to it... You should give it a try! 

Oh Wonder- Without You

If you want the lyrics I suggest you click the link below! 

http://www.azlyrics.com/lyrics/ohwonder/withoutyou.html

~Bella

Just a song...

I didn't know what to write about, and my mind has been taken over a birthday present for my dear mother that I love! 

This morning, I was in the car listening to this song by Circa Waves, very indie, but intriguing... I'm in love with this song, and I've been addicted to it, it's a nonstop playing song!

Music has saved me from a lot of trouble I would have gotten into. I started playing piano at a young age, stopped after my parents' divorce, and even though I was one of the talented people, I haven't played in years. Music is art, it's a way to escape reality, to keep you from going down the rabbit hole. Everyone has their type of music, and every type contribute to a passage in your life, each song describes a bit of you... 

My love by Circa Waves

I know it's not enough 

To be with you

Clinging to the walls

You can see through

And you need to reel in your tongue

'Cause I know it's not enough

To stay young

And I'm giving up my love

My love to something else

And I'm giving up my love

My love to something else

And you are like the waves

You pull me

Underneath the days

Twisting 

And I need to reel in some air

'Cause I know it's not enough

To get there (to get there)

And I'm giving up my love

My love to something else

And I'm giving up my love

My love to something else

And I can't speak for anyone but myself

And I can't speak for anyone but myself

I know it's not enough

To be with you

Yeah I know it's not enough

To be with you, to be with you

And I'm giving up my love

My love to something else

Oh

My love

My love to something else

Oh, my love

My love to something else

" Music produces a kind of pleasure which human nature cannot do without." -Confucius

~Bella