Myspace blogger, bibathediva posted this note on Songs in the Key of My Life Recently....

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Songs in the Key of My Life
Current mood: nostalgic

This is a review that I just wrote on this book:

Songs in the Key of My Life

By: Ferentz Lafargue

The memoir of the life of a young college professor, Songs is an exploration of the impact that music has on one's life. Written in response to a break up, Songs was inspired by the classic Stevie Wonder album, Songs in the Key of Life. The album comforted the recently dumped Lafargue and inspired him to think of other songs that meant a lot to him, and slowly this book was born. The book examines rock songs, rap songs, and of course, R&B, and lots of Stevie Wonder. The book is a memoir, a telling of one persons own personal experiences, however, it is tremendously inspiring, and will encourage any reader to flip through their own CD case and find the "Songs" that provide the background music for their own lives.

I haven't read the book yet, I am going to read it this week... but just flipping through it did get me thinking... If I had to choose ten songs that would tell the story of my life... The background music for my existence... What would they be? ****I would LOVE to read yours too. Post a Comment****

Songs in the Key of My Life (Another List...)

In no particular order...

1) Don't Nobody Care About Us... By Phat Kat- This is the theme song of Detroit Hip Hop. It is one of the most significant Detroit songs ever made. It was produced by J. Dilla, and when it drops in any club, hands shoot up... I love this song, it reminds me of so many good times in my life.

2) Fall in Love/Players/2U4U...By Slum Village- This entire album means so much to me. I have too many memories of SV, with the members and with their music. SV was the first rap group that I ever worked for... they wrote me my first industry check, and I have been down with them ever since. These guys and most of the people who surround them have my undying love and affection.

3) Lovers Rock...By Sade- The song. The album is great, but this song reminds me of Aaliyah. It is a beautiful song, and the sentiment shakes me and makes me feel sad and strong at the same time...

4) Liberation...By Outkast- Libertas. I love this song... it lifts me. One of the best rap songs ever made.

5) Push It...By Salt N Pepa- This song and the album, Hot, Cool and Vicious, which I am currently bumping in the Jeep, made me realize that women could do this hip hop thing... which has led to me being me, which is a pretty cool place. SNP gave me courage and confidence. I will always love them.

6) Ngiculela - Es Una Historia/I Am Singing... by Stevie Wonder- I love Songs in the Key of Life... It is one of the earliest albums that I can remember. My mother played this record every Saturday morning as we cleaned up and I remember falling in love with this song which is in Swahili, Spanish and English. The song is wonderful, and I sound so good when I sing along to it.

7) The Alpha Kappa Alpha Hymn- I love this song, it is the official song of my sorority. AKA has added a lot to my life... and I am proud and honored every single time I sing it.

8) In My Hood, 50 Cent... I had to include my ex-boyfriend in this list... From the Massacre, I have always loved this song... However, Fif and I fell in love to the tune of Thug Love featuring Destiny's Child.

9) All that I Can Say, Mary J. Blige... as well as Love No Limit from 411, Mary J is one of the reasons that I am in the entertainment industry. Mary J. is my silent mentor. Her words speak to me, and All that I Can Say continues to give me hope that I will find my "Real Love"

10) Without a Sail, Author Unknown... this is a gospel song. My mother sang it yesterday, my Aunt, and my Cousin have all led this song with our church choir. The lyrics, "Without God, I could do nothing. I would be nothing. I tell you without God, life would be rugged, like a ship without a sail." This is one of the most beautiful songs, and the message is clear... You don't walk alone.

Peace...