Day 30: A Song That Reminds You of Yourself

DAY 30: A SONG THAT REMINDS YOU OF YOURSELF

Hands Like Houses "I Am"

Hands Like Houses is a band that I discovered at my first Warped Tour in 2013. I've been hooked ever since. At my third Warped Tour, I had the pleasure of not only hearing them again, but getting to meet them. They're a great group of guys, and my signed poster is one of my prized possessions. I first heard "I Am" while I was in London, and immediately loved it. It also left me not so patiently anticipating their next album. To me, the lyrics to this song are all about taking action, especially in your life and in this world. The song talks of those people who don't try to make a difference when they easily could. Then there's the narrator, who vows to do more than just sit idly by. I've always kind of viewed myself of someone of action. I'm a big believer that if you're going to do something, do it yourself and mean it. I also strive to make an impact on others. I believe I'm a genuine person who says what I mean and tries to put action behind that. I think this song speaks on that more than anything, which, aside from the fantastic instrument play of this song, is probably why I love it so much. I hope you'll enjoy it too. 

Day 29: A Song You Remember From Your Childhood

DAY 29: A SONG YOU REMEMBER FROM YOUR CHILDHOOD

Fall Out Boy "Sugar, We're Going Down"

Since my childhood music taste was often influenced by my sister, it's no surprise that I first heard "Sugar, We're Going Down" while listening with her. Fall Out Boy was another one of those bands she saw at Warped Tour right as they started to gain fame (lucky her). "From Under the Cork Tree" was one of the albums she purchased there, and I swear she listened to it all summer. With "Sugar, We're Going Down" being their first smash hit, I got a double dose of it between that album and the radios. I didn't get tired of it though, and I can't help but think back to those times riding in the car with my sis whenever I hear this song come on. I encourage you to go ahead and jam out to this classic.