My day in music

Journey's New Frontman

2008-09-09T16:16:00.003-04:00

Since in the 80's, Journey has been one of my favorite bands. Melodic riffs and Steve Perry's high-pitched crooning were more than enough to capture my attention and keep it for the past several decades.

Journey formed in 1973 and released several lukewarm albums in the first couple years. But it wasn't until Steve Perry came onto the scene in 1977 as Journey's lead vocalist that the band really started to skyrocket. The following year Journey's fourth album, Infinity, gave the band its first platinum record and several hit singles.

From 1977 to 1983, Journey continued to be a success thanks to the direction of Perry and lead guitarist Neal Schon. But creative differences plagued the band. Perry and Schon both pursued solo careers throughout the mid-80's and Perry left the band in 1987.

Since that time, Journey has tried to replace Perry with several leads, but each failed to give audiences what they desired. Finally in June 2007, Neal Schon discovered a Filipino singer, Arnel Pineda, online.

Pineda at the time was the lead singer for a cover band called The Zoo. The Zoo performed cover songs by Journey, Survivor, Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin, Air Supply, The Eagles, Kenny Loggins and other popular acts from the 70s, 80s and 90s, began appearing on YouTube.com early in 2007. Schon contacted Pineda via e-mail who initially dismissed it as a hoax. Eventually the two connected and Pineda was announced as Journey's new lead vocalist in December 2007.

Who says that broadcasting yourself on YouTube can't be valuable?

So what do you think? Does Pineda sound like Perry?

Sammy Davis Jr. - Mr. Bojangles.

2008-08-12T02:16:00.001-04:00

A great performance by one of the greatest performers ever.

Awesomest Videos: Boards of Canada - Dayvan Cowboy

2008-07-23T03:39:00.003-04:00

BoC make damn brilliant ambient music that is just a treat to listen to and this video.
Just be seated comfortably, lay back, buffer it fully and then put it on full screen mode and enjoy !

Styx - Boat on the River

2008-07-01T04:32:00.003-04:00

Have you ever searched for a song for 5 years with no luck? You only heard the song once, but you just can't find it? And then one day you wake up and the tune playing in your head? Waking up humming:

Take me back to my boat on the river, and I won't cry out anymore.

I have...

Styx - Boat on the River

Jackson Browne - Stay [Live 1978]

2008-06-26T04:32:00.002-04:00

I just love this song, well yes it is a bit old... Okay too old, but still the good music never dies.

This is my favorite part:

'Cause when that mornin' sun comes beating down
you're gonna wake up in your town
and we'll be scheduled to appear
a thousand miles away from here

People stay just a little bit longer
we want to play, just a little bit longer

Now the promoter don't mind
and the union don't mind
if we take a little time
and we leave it all behind and sing
one more song here

Enjoy. :)

Flipsyde - Happy Birthday

2008-06-22T11:54:00.001-04:00

I think the song speaks for itself.

Awesomest Videos: Jason Forrest - War Photographer

2008-06-12T04:16:00.001-04:00

These Vikings are the mutt's nuts ! nuf said

ENJOY!

3 Doors Down - Landing in London

2008-06-12T03:57:00.004-04:00

Here is a nice song I like by 3 Doors Down.

Enjoy. :)

Leona Lewis - Bleeding Love

2008-06-03T15:07:00.001-04:00

This is not exactly my type of music, but hey good music is good music, and this is a good song and I like it :)

Leona Lewis - Bleeding Love
Uploaded by FresHipHop

Titiyo - Come Along

2008-06-03T15:01:00.001-04:00

Nova ft. ARABESQUE - Desert Dessert

2008-05-30T23:22:00.001-04:00

Every once in a while a sultry soloist will shake up the world stage with their saintly expression. This bears appropriate to Nova, a young Armenian-Iraqi, who’s voice has seized the global podium. Her conflict torn roots have shaped her artistic abilities, allowing her to address and mesmerize a steadfast audience.

Within Temptation - Angels

2008-05-30T16:59:00.003-04:00

Within Temptation has been one of my favorite bands for a while. I adore this song, but the video is lame, it could be done way better than this! I swear the video sucks big time!

The song is great, her voice is amazing, but the video... I mean REALLY?! What the hell you were thinking of?

Anyway, enjoy the song.

Timo Tolkki Ft. Michael Kiske - Key to the Universe

2008-05-27T06:50:00.003-04:00

Timo Tolkki is one of the greatest guitar players out there, and Michael Kiske is one of the greatest voices out there. So imagine the both of them in one song! It would be great... And it is.

The solos are great, especially the intro. Anyway, I am sorry guys there is no video for the song, that is what I found.

Enjoy.

Plumb - In My Arms

2008-05-14T08:19:00.003-04:00

This is one nice song, really. But I guess it is composed for all you mothers out there. :D

For mothers, I dedicate:

Plumb - In My Arms

For non-mothers and House music lovers, I dedicate... Okay also for mothers who like House music:

Plumb - In My Arms (Bimbo Jones Radio Edit)

Enjoy. :)

Your baby blues
so full of wonder.
Your curley cues
your contageous smile.
And as i watch
you start to grow up
all I can do is hold you tight.

Knowing...
Clouds will rage and
storms will race in
but you will be safe,
in my arms.

Rains will pour down
waves will crash all around
but you will be safe,
in my arms.

Story books
are full of fairy tales
of kings and queens
and the bluest skies.
My heart is torn
just in knowing
you'll someday see
the truth from lies

When the clouds will rage and
storms will race in
but you will be safe,
in my arms.
Rains will pour down
waves will crash all around
but you will be safe,
in my arms.

Castles, they might crumble
dreams may not come true,
but you are never all alone
'cause I will always
always love you.

When the...
Clouds will rage and
storms will race in
but you will be safe,
in my arms.
Rains will pour down
waves will crash all around
but you will be safe,
in my arms.

Juno Reactor - War Dogs

2008-05-12T00:42:00.000-04:00

"What difference does it make to the dead, the orphans and the homeless, whether the mad destruction is wrought under the name of totalitarianism or the holy name of liberty or democracy?"
- Mahatma Gandhi.

Awesomest Videos: Kenna - Hell bent

2008-05-11T08:55:00.005-04:00

A song that very few people I think have ever heard, set to the award winning animation of Mark Osborne's "More". This is something!

So as always, what do you think they are trying to say ?

Kenna- Hell Bent music video

ENJOY!

Lighthouse Family - High

2008-05-07T07:39:00.001-04:00

Inspiring lyric, nice video.

Enjoy.

Awesomest Videos: Rob D. - Clubbed to death

2008-05-04T02:19:00.003-04:00

Another week, and another awesomest video. What do you think this one is about ?

ENJOY !

My most favorite song of all time.. any time

2008-05-03T06:12:00.010-04:00

Any time I hear this song I have to, HAVE TO sing along

Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen

what's yours?

Schiller - I Feel You

2008-05-01T06:27:00.004-04:00

Another nice Trance song. I especially like the lyric.

Enjoy.

I feel you...
In every stone
in every leaf of every tree
you've ever grown.
(That you ever might have grown)

I feel you...
In everything
in every river that might flow
in every seed you might have sown.

I feel you...
In every vein
in every beating of my heart
each breath I take.
(In every breath I'll ever take)

I feel you...
Anyway...
In every tear that I might shed
in every word I've never said.

H.I.M. - The Funeral of Hearts

2008-05-01T05:45:00.004-04:00

Love's the funeral of hearts,
and an ode for cruelty.

One of the most amazing videos I have ever seen. Enjoy.

Iron and Wine - Naked As We Came

2008-04-28T06:09:00.000-04:00

"Naked as we Came" by Iron and Wine from the album "Our Endless Numbered Days".
Besides the fact that the song is excellent even though a bit sad, the music video is brillaint.

music arabika

2008-04-27T14:04:00.000-04:00

Being abfab fan of all that is arabic music i thought i would share the epitome of this generation of artists and their epic works.

First up is an "underrated" artist that manages to stretch the scope of art from the roof to the bathroom floor passing through the bedroom with thought provoking work such as "don't give me your back". A piece of "art" that is so controversial that it didn't make it into the airways.
متدنيش ظهرك - بوسي سمير

For our friends with "peculiar" fetishism we even have an artist that caters to their every whim, an artist for such a niche crowd should be indicative of how progressive the arabic culture became. For in the video Ana hatlob edak we have najla catering to naturalist and bestiality fans all over the arab world, the amount of people that wish they were mules is astounding.
Najlaa - Ana hatlob edak

While to not leave the S&M and leather fans feel left out she brilliantly mixes a mechanic girl fantasy with some dominatrix demeanor that really irks the mind and soul
Najlaa - Ba7

could this be an innocent mistake ? or a sinister play on words ? well if the singers extreme flexibility and downright originality is anything to go by with i would certainly go with the later. Plus this is the most skin shown in the arab world since we had the dead sea nude beach, truly impressive what you can get away with these days.
Maria - Ba7eb El Mass

I wanted marwa - don't do this" to give a sense of the international penetration those great artists are achieving but I thought the post is already long enough

ps. I'm so not gonna do this ever again so no need to tell me that :P

Awesomest Music videos: Unkle - eye for an eye

2008-04-27T07:18:00.003-04:00

To atone for my sins am going to start this up in an attempt to create some discussions.
Every once in a while I come across some amazing music videos that tend to give character and depth to the lyrics that really take it to the next level. So every so often am gonna post one of those music videos and see what you guys/girls think they are trying to say with the videos.

So first up is a song by Unkle called "an eye for an eye" can you think they were trying to say with the video ?

ENJOY!

Mariah Carey's New Hit!

2008-04-24T16:14:00.004-04:00

I swear people I'm not selling out! Sappy pop music isn't usually what I like to listen to but I always felt a special connection to Mariah Carey. Despite her trainwreck days, some stupid songs, and that needy vibe she gives off I think I'll always love her.

Mariah Carey's Music Box was the second album I ever owned; my best friend made a copy of hers and then gave it to me as a very late birthday gift when I was in fifth grade. I've been told a few times that I resemble her, so I always feel the need to represent my alleged celebrity look-a-like. That's natural, don't you?

This is Mariah Carey singing her new release titled Bye Bye on American Idol and I'll be singing it all week.

Mariah Carey Lyrics
Bye Bye Lyrics

Paul Van Dyk - Let Go

2008-04-24T02:35:00.003-04:00

From the world of Trance, the latest from Paul Van Dyk. I like the song, but the video?!

"If you want to try and save me,
then take my heart don't hate me.
If you feel you can let go,
let go."

Enjoy. :)

Bee Gees - This is Where I Came In

2008-04-22T02:29:00.002-04:00

I recall talking about this song somewhere!

Anyway, this is the last video for the Bee Gees, after the death of one of the singers. I really like the song, and the video is brilliant.

Enjoy. :)

Gregorian

2008-04-17T03:44:00.003-04:00

Have you heard of Gregorian before? I think most of you have not.

Gregorian is a German band performing Gregorian chant. But their chant is a bit different from what we know, because theirs is inspired from modern Rock songs and other genres as well. In other words, they mostly play covers from well known songs in their own style. I have to say, it is amazing.

I think that having couple of your favorite songs in Gregorian style is a must. Anyway I will post 3 of my ultimate favorites.

Losing My Religion (Originally by R.E.M.)

Nothing Else Matters (Originally by Metallica)

Moment of Peace (By Gregorian Ft. Sarah Brightman)

P.S. I think Losing My Religion by Gregorian is the greatest song ever created.

The Blue Man Group: Megamix

2008-04-15T17:59:00.003-04:00

In my last day in Orlando we were pretty Disneyed out and decided to try something that didn't require so much walking in heat. The Blue Man Group is a theatrical production that was quite heavily advertised in Orlando since that's the birth town (I think). I've heard of them before since they now play in many major cities in the US and internationally and I was really glad we did this over Disney.

They found a found a really creative way to incorporate a high energy concert, witty comedy, and innovative theatrics that explains their success. I highly recommend this show and here's a clip of the blue men and their band playing "megamix".

The Cranberries - Linger

2008-04-13T05:02:00.001-04:00

The Cranberries, one of my most favorite bands, and dare I say one of the best Irish bands ever, It's a shame they're not performing as a group anymore.

Linger, released on Feb 93 is one of their best classic hits.

Vanessa Amorosi - Piece Of My Heart

2008-04-09T00:34:00.001-04:00

"Piece of My Heart" Originally recorded by Erma Franklin in 1967. The song came to mainstream attention when Janis Joplin and "Big Brother and the Holding Company" covered the song in 1968 on their album "Cheap Thrills" and had a hit with it. The song has since been remade by several singers, including hit versions by Faith Hill in 1994 and Beverley Knight in 2006.

This Live version by Vanessa Amorosi However, Remains one of my most favorite renditions out there.

Lita Ford and Ozzy Osbourne - Close My Eyes Forever

2008-04-08T10:24:00.005-04:00

I am in the mood for some oldies. Anyone interested?

Seeing the name Ozzy in the title, does not really mean heavy stuff, this song is more of a soft rock, and honestly I like it.

Enjoy. :)

Lyric:

Baby
I get so scared inside, and I don't really understand
is it love that's on my mind, or is it fantasy?
Heaven
is in the palm of my hand, and it's waiting here for you
what am I supposed to do with a childhood tragedy?

If I close my eyes forever
will it all remain unchanged?
If I close my eyes forever
will it all remain the same?

Sometimes
It's hard to hold on
So hard to hold on to my dreams
It isn't always what it seems
When you're face to face with me

You're like a dagger
And stick me in the heart
And taste the blood from my blade
And when we sleep, would you shelter me
In your warm and darkened grave?

If I close my eyes forever
Will it all remain unchanged?
If I close my eyes forever
Will it all remain the same?

Will you ever take me?
No, I just can't take the pain
But would you ever trust me?
No, I'll never feel the same, Oh

I know I've been so hard on you
I know I've told you lies
If I could have just one more wish
I'd wipe the cobwebs from my eyes

If I close my eyes forever
Will it all remain unchanged?
If I close my eyes forever
Will it all remain the same?

Close your eyes
Close your eyes
You gotta close your eyes for me

KT Tunstall - If Only

2008-04-07T03:51:00.003-04:00

"If Only" is an alternative rock song performed by Scottish singer KT Tunstall for her third album Drastic Fantastic (2007).

I apologize for the video, which isn't much of a video at all, but rather a picture with the song embedded. But just get carried away in the music and forget the lack of eye candy.

Michael and Janet Jackson - Scream

2008-04-07T03:22:00.004-04:00

Scream" was a duet between Michael Jackson and his sister Janet, released in 1995. It dealt with the mass media attention both siblings had received in their careers as well as the difficult relationship they shared with their father.

"Scream" remains as one of Jackson's most well-received music videos. It has a futuristic sci-fi theme which features clips of anime and pop culture (such as Andy Warhol's self portrait). At a cost of $7,000,000 (unadjusted for inflation) this video was the most expensive music video of all time. The video went on to win several MTV Video Music Awards and a Grammy Award for Best Short Form Music Video.

The only song I EVER karakoed to

2008-04-05T02:22:00.011-04:00

Anyone who knows me can tell you that I have the worst voice EVER!
not exactly the worst, but let's say that I can't sing to save my life.
I'm usually shy and I freeze in front of big crowds, I blush, shake and sweat. There were over a 100 people in the place and I was freaking out. so I picked Losing my Religion by REM, took the mike, closed my eyes, pretended I was in the Shower and started singing. it really helped that I knew the lyrics by heart. When I was done, everyone started cheering. I'm not sure if they liked my voice or were feeling sorry for me. either way, I really had fun.

will I ever do it again? No way, once was enough :D

Zero 7 - You're my flame

2008-04-05T00:00:00.000-04:00

hehe remember Sia ? well this is from the band that she usually collaborates with. I think the video is also pretty interesting.
ENJOY!
ps. I'll add a link to the mp3 tom

Tenacious D - Tribute (Live in Sydney)

2008-04-04T16:08:00.003-04:00

The original video for the song is hilarious, but I guess you all have seen it.

So now I am going to post this one, which as the title says: Live in Sydney. Their performance is amazing, plus the first part in which they play System of a Down's Chop Suey is well, funny.

Enjoy. :)

White town - your women

2008-04-03T02:24:00.004-04:00

One of the first ever, a decade ago, concept songs that I ever heard, and it was GOOD ! The video is brilliant. ok ok simply j'adore

ENJOY!

ps. leave a comment and an email for the mp3 of any song I post :D

Santana Ft. Chad Kroeger - Into the Night

2008-04-02T16:12:00.002-04:00

One lovely song indeed.
The solo is a killer, just look at Sanatana playing it. Man got to love the guy.

Enjoy. :)

MMM MMM MMM MMM - Crash Test Dummies

2008-03-31T21:45:00.009-04:00

I used to be obsessed with this song. The lyrics are very creative and the video is very very well done.

Definitely this song is underrated. I remember listening to it time after time in 90 something, I was obsessed with it.

Read the lyrics, what do you think this song means?

MMM MMM MMM MMM - Crash Test Dummies

MMM MMM MMM MMM - Crash Test Dummies lyrics

Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm Mmmmm

Once there was This Kid Who
got Into An Accident And Couldn't Come To School
but When He Finally Came Back
his Hair Had Turned From Black Into Bright White
he Said That It Was From When
the Cars Had Smashed So Hard

mmmm Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm, Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm
mmmm Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm, Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm

then There Was This Girl Who
wouldn't Go To Change With The Girls In The Change Room
but When They Finally Made Her
they Saw Birthmarks All Over Her Body
she Couldn't Quite Explain It
they'd Always Just Been There

mmmm Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm, Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm
mmmm Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm, Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm

both Girl And Boy Were Glad
one Kid Had It Worse Than That

'cause Then There Was A Boy Whose
parents Made Him Come Right Home Directly After School
and When They Went To Their Church
they Shook And Lurched All Over The Church Floor
he Couldn't Quite Explain It
they'd Always Just Gone There

mmmm Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm, Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm
mmmm Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm, Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm

Anouk

2008-03-31T13:58:00.002-04:00

Ever heard of her? She's one of the best rock singers out there, not so much known because... Well I don't know why! All I know is that her name is Anouk Teeuwe, and she's from the Netherlands.

Anyway, if you're into light rock, then check those two songs, it's not a must, but well if you can spare some time then you'll like her. :D

This one is called Nobody's Wife. I like the song, and I think that the video is simple yet brilliant.

The great Losing my Religion in her voice, now this is a must. Unfortunately I couldn't find the video, but I guess this will do. Simply amazing.

Brad Paisley Ft. Alison Krauss - Whiskey Lullaby

2008-03-29T14:08:00.004-04:00

I'm kind of feeling blue, so I guess you all have to suffer with me now, ha?!

I'm pretty sure most of you know this song, but well I'd like to share it anyway. This song is really sad, and the video is even sadder.

David Vendetta Ft. Rachael Starr - Bleeding Heart

2008-03-28T15:31:00.006-04:00

All right everyone, this is Jaz live and direct from behind the mic in My Day in Music. It's a lovely day and it is fine being around with those fine guys. :D

Before getting down to business, I'd like to thank you all for including me as a contributor in My Day in Music. Hopefully you'll enjoy my posts as much as I enjoyed yours.

For my first post, here's one great song, one of my favorites to be honest: Bleeding Heart by David Vendetta and Rachael Starr.

Enjoy.

David Guetta - Love is Gone

2008-03-26T14:45:00.003-04:00

WARNING: IF YOU ARE OFFENDED BY SKIMPY OUTFITS OR RANDOM PEOPLE MAKING OUT DO NOT WATCH THESE VIDEOS ... THEY ARE NOT EVEN FLAGGED ON YOUTUBE BUT JUST IN CASE

it appears 7aki doesnt know who is David Guetta ... but i'm sure she caught him on the radio ...

or this back in 2007 or 2006 i cant remember ...

Do you remember this song?

2008-03-26T12:05:00.005-04:00

OMG I love this song sooooo much. I totally forgot about it.

You're the voice by John Farnham

Here are the lyrics

You're the voice by John Farnham

We have, the chance to turn the pages over
We can write what we want to write
We gotta make ends meet, before we get much older
We're all someone's daughter
We're all someone's son
How long can we look at each other
Down the barrel of a gun?

You're the voice, try and understand it
Make a noise and make it clear
Oh-o-o-o, whoa-o-o-o
We're not gonna sit in silence
We're not gonna live with fear
Oh-o-o-o, whoa-o-o-o

This time, we know we all can stand together
With the power to be powerful
Believing, we can make it better
ooooh, We're all someone's daughter
We're all someone's son
How long can we look at each other
Down the barrel of a gun?...

You're the voice, try and understand it
Make a noise and make it clear
Oh-o-o-o, whoa-o-o-o
We're not gonna sit in silence
We're not gonna live with fear
Oh-o-o-o, whoa-o-o-o

[Instrumental(Bag Pipes)]

ooooh, We're all someone's daughter
We're all someone's son
How long can we look at each other
Down the barrel of a gun?...

You're the voice, try and understand it
Make a noise and make it clear
Oh-o-o-o, whoa-o-o-o
We're not gonna sit in silence
We're not gonna live with fear
Oh-o-o-o, whoa-o-o-o (x3)

You're the voice, try and understand it
Make a noise and make it clear
Oh-o-o-o, whoa-o-o-o

LOVE IT

Enjoy!

my favorite 90's songs

2008-03-21T07:22:00.004-04:00

these are my ultimate favorite 90's songs,
I can't help singing along whenever they're on the radio
enjoy!

Deep Blue Something - Breakfast at Tiffany's
Well, embedding was disabled but here's the link

Fool's Garden - Lemon Tree

Spin Doctors - 2 princes
the link again

any more suggestions?

My American Idol Favorites

2008-03-20T10:25:00.007-04:00

This year the talent on American Idol is AMAZING. They are original. Talented. Can sing and they have a personality.

My number one choice would be "Brooke White", she is very good. She sings with emotion and you can tell she loves to sing and loves the songs she is singing. She plays the Piano and the guitar.

Here's her singing " Let it be".

Ai7-Top12 Part 6 Brooke White
Uploaded by igrecman

Another favorite is Jason Castro. AMAZING. I love this song. He plays the drums and the guitar.

Here's him singing "Hallelujah" .

Jason Castro : Hallelujah
Uploaded by patinette

Another guy I like is David Cook,He plays the guitar. I never thought it was possible to rock the song "Hello" By Linoel Richie but he did it!

David Cook : Hello
Uploaded by patinette

Not sure if Carly Smithson will win but she sang Black bird and it was amazing. This woman is such a good singer.

Ai7 Top11 Part6 Carly
Uploaded by igrecman

I will keep you updated on more performances

The Apple Songs

2008-03-14T11:25:00.004-04:00

Seriously, the apple people are brilliant when they pick songs to promote their products.

First they picked the brilliant Feist song, 1 2 3 4 to promote the Ipod

And then the amazing song "New Soul" by Yael Naim to promote the new Apple Macbook Air Pro.

They sure know how to pick the songs, they are so current, even my little girl stops doing whatever she is doing to listen to the songs.

Good job Apple!

Can you guess who this is?

2008-02-24T01:42:00.003-05:00

I got the wonderful pleasure of attending an amazing concert on the night of Feb. 22, 2008. I didn't care too much about the main headliner it was this opening act that I went for. Can you guess who this is just from my amateur video?

The Official Hospital Song

2008-02-05T10:36:00.000-05:00

Or so it seems. This awesome song was featured on many shows as the backdrop for suspenseful and dramatic hospital drama scenes.

This particular scene is from ER. Enjoy Wires by Athlete.

Songs of Sia

2008-02-05T10:08:00.000-05:00

I wish I can see who checks this blog out cause it seems like the contributors are the only ones that check it, either way the music is out there and it's good music with a heaps of variety.

Either way first time I heard Sia singing she just mesmerized me with her vocals on the track for zero 7 called destiny that was used for a commercial that slips my mind now. I used to wait for that commercial to run so i can listen to the song since I had no idea what the song was.

Anyways forward ahead in time and Sia still sends my mind into a state of bliss when i listen to her songs

Sia - Breathe me
If you are a fan of six feet under this song is certain to stir up your emotions. and if you aren't a fan that song will hopefully have the same effect on you, plus the video is pretty amazing !

Sia - Blow it all away

ENJOY!

Playlist of January 20

2008-01-20T02:07:00.000-05:00

Saul Williams - No One Ever Does
Burial - Archangel
Me'Shell Ndegercello - The Sloganeer:Paradise
Rufus Wainwright - Cigarettes and Chocolate Milk
Megadeth - A Tout Le Monde

So we got a song about suicide bombers, one about meth addiction, another about existentialism, and a couple about passing on ... can you say morbid !
either way can you guess which is which ?
ENJOY!

Snow Patrol - Chasing Cars

2008-01-13T21:34:00.001-05:00

Sometimes I really want to lie down and just forget the world.

Snow Patrol - Chasing Cars Lyrics

We'll do it all, everything, on our own
We don't need anything or anyone

If I lay here
If I just lay here
Would you lie with me
And just forget the world

I don't quite know how to say how I feel
Those three words are said too much
They're not enough

If I lay here
If I just lay here
Would you lie with me
And just forget the world
Forget what we're told
Before we get too old
Show me a garden that's bursting into life

Let's waste time
Chasing cars
Around our heads
I need your grace
to remind me
to find my own

If I lay here
If I just lay here
Would you lie with me
And just forget the world
Forget what we're told
Before we get too old
Show me a garden that's bursting into life

All that I am
All that I ever was
Is here in your perfect eyes
They're all I can see
I don't know where
Confused about how as well
I just know that these things
Will never change for us at all

If I lay here
If I just lay here
Would you lie with me
And just forget the world

Maroon 5 - Wake Up Call

2008-01-11T21:30:00.001-05:00

I can't help but sing along with this song.

Matchbox Twenty - Let's See How Far We've Come

2008-01-11T21:09:00.001-05:00

Love the song, love the lyrics and love the video.

Matchbox Twenty - Let's See How Far We've Come Lyrics

(Hello, hello, hello)

I’m waking up at the start of the end of the world
But it's feeling just like every other morning before
Now I wonder what my life is going to mean if it's gone

The cars are moving like a half a mile an hour and I
Started staring at the passengers who're waving goodbye
Can you tell me what was ever really special about me all this time?

But I believe the world is burning to the ground
Oh well, I guess we're gonna find out
Let's see how far we've come
Let's see how far we've come
Well I believe it all is coming to an end
Oh well, I guess we're gonna pretend
Let's see how far we've come
Let's see how far we've come

I think it turned ten o'clock but I don't really know
And I can't remember caring for an hour or so
Started crying and I couldn't stop myself
I started running but there's no where to run to

I sat down on the street, took a look at myself
Said where you going man, you know the world is headed for hell?
Say your goodbyes if you've got someone you can say goodbye to

I believe the world is burning to the ground
Oh well, I guess we're gonna find out
Let's see how far we've come (right now)
Let's see how far we've come
Well I, believe it all is coming to an end
Oh well, I guess we're gonna pretend
Let's see how far we've come (oh yeah)
Let's see how far we've come

It's gone, gone, baby it's all gone
There's no one on the corner and there's no one at home
Well it was cool, cool, it was just all cool
Now it's over for me, and it's over for you
It's gone, gone, baby its all gone
There's no one on the corner and there's no one at home
Well it was cool, cool, it was just all cool
Now it's over for me and it's over for you

I believe the world is burning to the ground
Oh well I guess we're gonna find out
Let's see how far we've come (oh yeah)
Let's see how far we've come
Well I, believe it all is coming to an end
Oh well, I guess we're gonna pretend
Let's see how far we've come (oh yeah)
Let's see how far we've come

Let's see how far we've come
Let's see how far we've come
Let's see how far we've come
Let's see how far we've come
Let's see how far we've come
Let's see how far we've come
Let's see how far we've come

Make a memory

2008-01-11T05:31:00.001-05:00

It's been a while since I last blogged here, good to be back. That said, I felt that having this song on this blog is a must, although I think most of you probably already heard/watched it.

Bon Jovi's latest albums weren't really a smashing success, but this song is simply superb!

Click here for lyrics.

Maroon 5 - Makes Me Wonder

2008-01-06T02:08:00.000-05:00

With the release of their second album, It Won't Be Soon Before Long, Maroon 5's popularity continues to skyrocket. This isn't surprising once you consider that their catchy tunes are inspired by likes of pop icons such as Prince and Michael Jackson.

According to Wikipedia,

The first single, "Makes Me Wonder", was released to radio March 27, 2007. The making of the music video was previewed on MTV's Total Request Live, and premiered on the show March 29. The song debuted at number 84 on the Billboard Hot 100, the lowest debuting single of the group's five chart entries. In the first week of May, the single skyrocketed from a lowly position of 64 to #1, the biggest jump in Billboard history. "Makes Me Wonder" has also achieved #1 on Billboard's Hot Digital Songs, Pop 100, and Hot Dance Club Play charts.

The video is just as hypnotic as the song. Not only is frontman, Adam Levine, a snappy dresser, but let's just say that if flying was actually this sexy (with the hot flight attendants and the security checks and all), I wouldn't have anything to complain about. :D

(I know 7aki Fadi wasn't originally too keen on this song, but I find it to be pretty groovy so I figured it was worth showcasing again in its own post.)

Where is my mind ?

2007-12-30T08:09:00.000-05:00

This is usually my anthem for when the world becomes a bit too much to handle ! so evedintly i have been listening to it quite a bit during the past month...

with the lines :

With your feet in the air and your head on the ground
Try this trick and spin it, yeah
Your head will collapse
But there's nothing in it
And you'll ask yourself

Where is my mind

how can you not love this song !

Enjoy !

From the folks that brought you "Crazy Bitch"

2007-12-27T18:15:00.001-05:00

Thanks to Napster, Kazaa, and now Limewire I buy albums like once in a blue moon. I have to really love the last couple of songs you released + have a down day for me to buy your album. I just picked up Buckcherry's latest album titled 15 and I LOVE this song. I've heard it before and LOVED it but I didn't know it was by Buckcherry.

Enjoy Everything by Buckcherry

My rockstar dancer personal trainer!

2007-12-21T12:15:00.000-05:00

I've been meaning to post this one at 7aki's suggestion, here it comes! I mentioned before on my blog that my new personal trainer (btw she totally kicked my ass yesterday) plays in an Indie rock band along with her husband. They've toured a few times and have landed in the top 20 on college radio stations throughout the US.

When I mentioned to her that I watched their performances on youtube her reply was "I'm sorry about that." Apparently they really hate the way those videos and performances turned out and are hoping to replace them with better ones. I had to listen to it a few times before I started feeling it, but this one is my favorite.

The band is called We Landed on the Moon, the song is "one of a kind!" ......what do you think?

Top 10 songs of 2007

2007-12-20T19:48:00.000-05:00

#1. Rehab
by Amy Winehouse

She said I don't wanna go to rehab no no no. I really think she should reconsider. Have you seen her in the tabloids recently?

It's a good tune though.

#2. 1 2 3 4
by Feist

IPod made a good decision at having this song as their theme song, it's catchy.

#3. Umbrella
by Rihanna

Um-ba-rella, ella, ella .

#4. All My Friends
by LCD Soundsystem

Honestly, this is the first time I hear this song.

#5. Jigsaw Falling Into Place
by Radiohead

Radiohead made history this year by offering their record online for as much as you are willing to pay

#6. I Get Money
by 50 Cent

#7. Hey There Delilah
by Plain White T's

The sound, the lyrics the music, lovely love song.

#8. Me Llaman Calle
by Manu Chao

Have no clue what he's saying. Nice music.

#9. Potential Break-up Song
by Aly & AJ

Not what I typically listen to but I like it

#10. Baby Fratelli
by The Fratellis

Nice!

Favorite Christmas Tunes

2007-12-15T13:03:00.000-05:00

I don't care what some grinches say about Christmas tunes but I love them and they make Christmas so special. Every single store front out there is broadcasting the music and I can't get enough.

So here are my favourites in no particular order.

1) Jingle Bell Rock: One of the holiday songs that ROCK sung by Billy Idol. See Dave? He's family friendly too.

2)Jingle Bells: It's not Christmas without this classic, I chose a jazzy version by Diana Krall who happens to be Canadian.

3)I want a Hippopotamus for Christmas: Don't ask me why but I love it and I think it's cute. Apparently there's a story behind it, check it out

4)The Christmas Song - Chestnuts Roasting On An Open Fire: sung by Nat King Cole

5) Deck the halls: sung By twisted sister. A rock version.

6)Let it snow: by Michael Bublé. He has the most amazing voice and he's good looking AND he's funny! Ahhh, I love Bublé .

Here's an interview with him...SIGH...so hot! And funny AND he's another Canadian.

7) ROCKIN' AROUND : By Brenda Lee Another rokin' song Thanks to Moi for reminding me of another favorite.

8) Feliz Navidad ~ Merry Christmas : No Christmas party is complete without it.

What's your favorite Xmas song?

Faithless - Mass Destruction

2007-12-11T11:03:00.000-05:00

A truly brilliant and underrated track that manages to speak wisdom as well as be a cool dance song, a balance that is very rarely achieved.

"With a long range weapon or suicide bomber
Wicked mind is a weapon of mass destruction

Whether you're stowaway's son or BBC 1
Mis-information is a weapon of mass destruction

You could a caucasian or a poor asian
Racism is a weapon of mass destruction

Whether inflation or globalisation
Fear is a weapon of mass destruction

Whether Haliburton, Enron or anyone
Greed is a weapon of mass destruction

We need to find courage, overcome
Inaction is a weapon of mass destruction
Inaction is a weapon of mass destruction
Inaction is a weapon of mass destruction"

R.E.M. - Furry Happy Monsters

2007-12-10T12:31:00.000-05:00

They say that you haven't really achieved true stardom status until you've been invited as a guest on the hit American children's television show, Sesame Street. I was delighted to one day catch R.E.M. performing a parody of their hit song, "Shiny Happy People". (This took place way back when my kids were of Sesame Street watching age.)

Here's the actual song, for those who have never heard it:

Timbaland - Apologize

2007-12-09T06:30:00.000-05:00

This is a new ear-catching tune from Timbaland ... this man really knows what he's doing ...

Enjoy !

I'm holding on your rope,
Got me ten feet off the ground
And I'm hearing what you say but I just can't make a sound
You tell me that you need me
Then you go and cut me down, but wait
You tell me that you're sorry
Didn't think I'd turn around, and say...

Chorus
That it's too late to apologize
It's too late
I said it's too late to apologize
It's too late

I'd take another chance, take a fall
Take a shot for you
And I need you like a heart needs a beat
[Apologize lyrics on http://www.metrolyrics.com]

But it's nothing new - yeah
I loved you with the a fire red-
Now it's turning blue, and you say...
"Sorry" like the angel
Heaven let me think was you
But I'm afraid...

Chorus
Whoaa ohhh...

Bridge (guitar/piano)

It's too late to apologize, it's too late
I said it's too late to apologize, it's too late
I said it's too late to apologize, yeah-
I said it's too late to apologize, yeah-
I'm holding on your rope, got me ten feet... off the ground...

Playlist of December 6

2007-12-06T09:09:00.000-05:00

Playlists are back:

Susheela Raman - Sarasa Sama Dana
Cristina Branco - Água e mel
Ilaria Graziano - Valse de la Lune
Akino Arai - Hiiru no Tsuk
Shakira - Ojos Asi

Hope you enjoy!
ps. Rght clck 2 dwnld

Billy Idol - Cradle of Love

2007-12-06T07:24:00.000-05:00

Peroxide blonde, snearing punk crooner, Billy Idol, released the hit song, "Cradle of Love" on his fourth studio album Charmed Life in 1990. I was 14 when I first saw the video. It is not really suitable for kids, but I was one year past "teenager" status and was mesmerized. Once you watch it, you'll see why.

At the 1990 MTV Video Music Award, the video was nominated for Best Male Video and Best Special Effects and won the award for Best Video from a Film. Oh, and the song rocks.

And did you know that the director, David Fincher, made the decision to film Idol from the waist up as he was unable to walk from a motorcycle accident that had happened in February 1990?

Black Crowes-She Talks To Angels

2007-12-05T23:01:00.001-05:00

I just spend around half an hour trying to figure out the name of the song and the artist by googling what I could remember of the lyrics. I was driving home after having a bad day; a lot of things just went wrong and I got into one of those moods where I felt hopeless and overwhelmed. I turned on the radio and the acoustic version of this song had just started playing, it was excactly what I needed to hear!

I couldn't find a good acoustic version on youtube but here it is, enjoy She talks to angels by Black Crowes.

10 songs that make me SMILE

2007-12-05T10:26:00.002-05:00

There are a lot of ‘good mood’ songs that are fun to listen to anytime. But there are a few that, no matter what kind of a state I’m in, never fail to bring out a huge smile and remind me that things aren’t that bad. I am indebted to the following artists for saving me a countless number of times…

Queen - Bohemian Rhapsody

As silly as it may sound ("MAMA MIA FIGARO!!") this is actually a very complicated song to play and anyone who knows music can agree that it’s nothing short of genius. But it’s one of those tracks that’s 100 times better when you sing along completely off key and then head bang at the cool guitar part (a la Wayne’s World)!

Aha - Take on me

Other than the fact that it is very uplifting itself, this song brings back sooooo many childhood memories and immediately brings a smile to my face. Once again, singing along is a must for the full ‘happy’ effect, especially that really high note that sounds like it could break glass, but when you try it sounds like a dying cat.

Sway - Little Derek

What I like about this track from relatively new British rapper Sway is that it injects innocence into hip hop. With mostly all other modern rap consisting of guns, bitches & hoes, this is a really refreshing interlude with a playful lyrical flow.

Electric Light Orchestra – Mr. Blue Sky

Whether it’s a really beautiful day or not, this always makes me feel like it’s an especially cool day in the middle of summer. Expect a huge grin to surface as you remember the last great summer day you had.

Lilly Allen – Smile

A completely obvious choice. Though the subject matter isn’t really that happy (more like ‘you go girl, men aint shit’ kind of lyrics), the music and her voice are always uplifting nonetheless.

George Baker Selection - Little Green Bag

I don’t think I will ever be able to listen to this song and NOT think of the intro sequence to Reservoir Dogs. Especially if I’m on the move and listening on headphones, I always subconsciously start walking in slow motion…

Nelly - Ride wid me

That riff is just awesome! And even though I am usually anti materialism and trivialities…sometimes it’s fun to pretend!

Mika - Grace Kelly

The first time I heard this all I could think was “fudge-packer!” But it does have a really infectious way of growing on you, and before you know it you’re dancing manically to it in your room singing into a brush. Or not…

Gorillaz - Clint Eastwood

“I’m happy, I’m feeling glad, I got sunshine…in a bag” Brilliant.

The Doors – Whiskey Bar

Jim Morrison was a legend. But he was also a drunk, and this song I feel encapsulates those happy, blurry party moments of the ‘lizard king’.

Youssou N'Dour - Seven Seconds

2007-12-04T05:15:00.001-05:00

This is one of good old ones ... it has a sweet mystic tone ... it was an international hit back in 1994 ... does anyone one remember how much they used to play it on JTV2 ??

Ladies and Gentelmen ... Youssou N'Dour & Neneh Cherry ... Seven Seconds ...

Boul ma sene, boul ma guiss madi re nga fokni mane
Khamouma li neka thi sama suuf ak thi guinaw
Beugouma kouma khol daldine yaw li neka si yaw
Mo ne si man li ne si mane moye dilene diapale

{TRANSLATION:}
{Don't see me from a distance}
{Don't look at my smile}
{And think that I don't know}
{What's under and behind me}
{I don't want you to look at me and think}
{What's in you is in me}
{What's in me is to help them}

Roughness and rudeness, we should be using
On the ones who practice wicked charms
For the sword and the stone, bad to the bone
Battle's not over even when it's won

And when a child is born into this world
It has no concept of the tone the skin is living in

It's not a second, seven seconds away
Just as long as stay, I'll be waiting
It's not a second, seven seconds away
Just as long as stay, I'll be waiting
I'll be waiting, I'll be waiting

J'assume les raisons qui nous poussent de changer tout
J'aimerais qu'un dublie leur couleur pour qu'ils esperent
Beacoup de sentiments de race qui font qu'ils desesperent
Je veux les portes grandement ouvertes
Des amis pour parler de leur peine
De leur joie pour qu'ils leur filent
Des infos qui ne divisent pas changer

{TRANSLATION:}
{I assume the reasons that push us to change everything}
{I would like us to forget about their color}
{So they can try to be optimistic}
{Too many views on race that make them desparate}
{Let's leave the door wide open}
{So they can talk about their pain and joy}
{Then we can give them information}
{That will bring us all together}

Seven seconds away
Just as long as stay, I'll be waiting
It's not a second, seven seconds away
Just as long as stay, I'll be waiting
I'll be waiting, I'll be waiting

And when a child is born into this world
It has no concept of the tone the skin is living in
And there's a million voices
And there's a million voices
To tell you what she should be thinking
So you better sober up for just a second

Seven seconds away
Just as long as stay, I'll be waiting
It's not a second, seven seconds away
Just as long as stay, I'll be waiting
It's not a second, seven seconds away
Just as long as stay, I'll be waiting
It's not a second, seven seconds away
Just as long as stay, I'll be waiting
It's not a second, seven seconds away
Just as long as stay, I'll be waiting

Metallica - Hero Of The Day

2007-12-04T03:01:00.001-05:00

One of my favourite songs of all time ... I really like Metallica's songs and this one is no exception ... Here it is in the famous S&M Concert version ...

Enjoy !

Mama they try and break me

The window burns to light the way back home
A light that warms no matter where they've gone

They're off to find the hero of the day
But what if they should fall by someone's wicked way

Still the window burns
Time so slowly turns
And someone there is sighing
Keepers of the flames
Do you feel your names?
Can't you hear your baby's crying?
Mama they try and break me
Still they try and break me

S'cuse me while I tend to how I feel
These things return to me that still seem real

Now deservingly this easy chair
But the rocking stopped by wheels of despair

Don't want your aid
But the fist I've made
For years, can't hold or feel
No I'm not all me
So please excuse me
While I tend to how I feel

But now the dreams and waking screams
That everlast the night
So build a wall
Behind it crawl
And hide until it's light
Can't you hear your baby's crying now?

Still the window burns
Time so slowly turns
And someone there is sighing
Keepers of the flames
Can't you hear your names?
Can't you hear your baby's crying?

But now the dreams and waking screams
That everlast the night
So build a wall
Behind it crawl
And hide until it's light
Can't you hear your baby's crying now?

Mama they try and break me
Mama they try and break me
Mama they try and break me
Mama they try
Mama they try hey!
Mama they try and break me
Mama they try and break me
Mama they try and break me
Mama they try
Mama they try

My favorite movie soundtrack - Blow

2007-12-01T22:19:00.000-05:00

This is , I think , my favorite movie soundtrack ever.

The first song is by The Rolling Stones

Can't You Hear Me Knocking - Rolling Stones

The next one might put you to sleep but I like it, makes me think. Apparently Link Wray was a great very influential guitar player...never heard of him, heheeee.

Rumble - Link Wray

Next is Glad and Sorry by The Faces from their Ooh La La album.

I couldn't find it :( I love this song, I found the "The Black Crows" singing it, it was sung best by the faces so , sorry people, try to download the original, it's great.

Now this is good, ok I am biased so I can't give you an unbiased opinion because I like the whole soundtrack.

Strange Brew - Cream

I already featured the next song on the blog before, a bunch of fugly dudes but damn, I like this song, but honestly, dudes, you ugly, lol.

Black Betty - Ram Jam

Next is my favorite on the soundtrack (did I already say I have a favorite?) If I did this overrides it. Blinded by the light by Manfred Mann's Earth Band.

This song is as old as me. Guess how old I am :D .

Blinded by the light by Manfred Mann's Earth Band

Next is :

KC & Sunshine Band - Keep It Comin' Love

Then it's :

That Smell - Lynard Skynard

Next is the easiest Song to remember cos the lyrics are only tow lines heheehe

All The Tired Horses (Bob Dylan)

I like this one

Marshall Tucker Band - Can't You See

Nikka Costa - Push & Pull

I couldn't find:
Boogaloo (Willie Rosario).
Yellow World (J Girls).

One observation, why are all the 70's singers wanting in the looks and style department? Seriously? wus up with that?

Anyhoo, for all the lyrics go here

I hope you enjoyed this as much as I do.

So what's your favorite soundtrack? Please share.

Alicia Keys - As I Am

2007-11-29T15:17:00.000-05:00

I’ve never wanted to be a piano so much, just to have those incredibly talented fingers touch me repeatedly...ok, now I realize this is an odd start and I promise to be much less creepy from now on..

It’s just that it’s so…damn good!! I’m not only referring to how brilliant it is musically, with the funky grooves, epic piano work and soulful ballads, nor am I referring to one of the strongest female vocals possessing mind blowing range and oozing originality and naked honesty. All these elements are fantastic, but what takes it to another level and earns my respect is the honest approach it takes to covering what it is to be in love, a topic that has been covered to death yet rarely escapes the world of cliché. I usually have a problem with albums that lack variety of topic, yet I’m very much willing to make an exception and accept this as a complete and touching ode to love; the first times (Teenage Love Affair), the steamy times (Prelude to a Kiss), the bitter times (Go Ahead), the aftermath (Lesson Learned) and everything in between (The Thing about Love). You cannot produce an album like without having been through it all, and Alicia Keys is one of the few modern artists that can bare it all and burn pure love to a CD ‘as she is’.

Love. It’s a beautiful thing and everyone should experience true love at least once; to find another soul in the blur of confusion and fear in this mad world and just enjoy the beautiful unity. If not...this album is the next best thing.

No Heaven - DJ Champion

2007-11-28T20:33:00.000-05:00

Nothing to say about this song, I really enjoy listening to it a lot.

No Heaven - DJ Champion

No Heaven lyrics

Oh lord (oh lord)...

Oh boy I thought I told you
Well I told you but I thought you know
There ain't no heaven
Oh lord, there ain't no heaven
There ain't no heaven
On the county road

Don't talk about it
Boy oh boy, don't talk about it
Don't talk about it
If you do, I'll cry
Don't come around me
Oh lord, don't come around me
Don't come around me
If you do, I'll die

Oh lord, there ain't no heaven
Oh lord, there ain't no heaven

Down at the station stood my dear old mother
She keep on, keep on screamin' and cryin'
"Oh lord I wonder what my son has done"

Oh lord, there ain't no heaven
Oh lord, there ain't no heaven
Oh lord

Did you bring me, bring me any silver
He didn't bring me, bring me any gold
Oh did you see me, workin' on South Carolina
Just to see me work on the county road

Oh lord (oh lord), there ain't no heaven
Oh lord (oh lord), there ain't no heaven
(Oh lord, oh lord)

There ain't no heaven (there ain't no heaven)
(Oh lord, there ain't no heaven)
Oh lord (oh lord), there ain't no heaven

Bipolar tendencies - Nickelback vs. Des'ree

2007-11-26T02:54:00.001-05:00

From goofy fun to melancholy !
I wonder how many people can you name in that video ? I think am up to 13 now ...

Oh and Crocs RoX ! even though they're fugly they still RoX But then to bring you down ...

ENJOY!
ps. should I go back to playlists ?

The Billboard Top 10 songs 2007-11-22

2007-11-22T22:13:00.000-05:00

Number 1:
Alicia Keys - No One

I really really like this song. Her voice is just great.
By the way, the first time i heard her talk I was shocked, she sounds like a girl from da hood and it was a shock cos she looked so dainty and beautiful singing fallin on the piano.

Number 2:
Chris Brown Featuring T-Pain - Kiss kiss

Number 3:
Timbaland Featuring OneRepublic - Apologize

Nice! I really like the video too.

Number 4:
Flo Rida Featuring T-Pain - Low

Number 5:
Colbie Caillat - Bubbly

I really like this song, and her voice is so velvety. It's on the radio all the time.

Number 6:
Soulja Boy Tell'em - Crank That (Soulja Boy)

Number 7:
Kanye West Featuring T-Pain - Good Life

Kanye irritates me.

number 8:
Fergie - Clumsy

Number 9:
Baby Bash Featuring T-Pain - Cyclone

Number 10:
Kanye West - Stronger

The song is not bad.

So did you notice how T-Pain is like almost in all the songs? what's up with that?

Broadway Theater: The Rent Song

2007-11-22T13:43:00.000-05:00

I'm a big theater person, especially high-energy musical shows! I actually don't get the opportunity to see them that often but last night I drove 3 hours to see the traveling production of Rent the musical which I absolutely loved! Every song was a good song and Seasons of Love has become the signature Rent song, Enjoy!

Good Charlotte - Dance Floor Anthem

2007-11-20T07:47:00.001-05:00

The punk band, Good Charlotte, recently released their fourth album entitled Good Morning Revival. One of the more popular songs from the album, "Dance Floor Anthem", is garnering a lot of airtime with its arena rock sound.

The music video is intensely hyped with its never-ending hospital hallway and dancing nurses. Front man Joel Madden doesn't quite have the moves as other more seasoned rockers, but the voice is there. Speculation is that the song was written after Madden's split with pop princess Hilary Duff.

The energetic song and punchy base sounds great if played through a good set of speakers (which excludes the weenie ones on your computer). You'll need to play this one on some decent equipment to really get the full rockin' effect.

Music For A Rainy Day

2007-11-19T04:55:00.000-05:00

As the cold, winter season in Jordan approaches and the days become more dreary, I find myself lapsing into "moodier" tunes, songs that might be apropos coming out of the speakers at Starbucks. Perhaps such songs appeal to my desire to be sitting in a snug corner of some quaint coffee house, sipping a hot drink and reading a good book on a cold, rainy day. Who knows.

But for those of you feel the need to get in touch with your "moodier" side as the clouds roll in, here are some of my favorites:

James Blunt's All the Lost Souls album

John Mayer's Continuum album

A few delicious songs from KT Tunstall's album, Eye to the Telescope (namely "Other Side of the World", "Under the Weather", "Universe & U" and "Stoppin' the Love")

Any song by Nora Jones (including one sung with Ray Charles entitled "Here We Go Again" from the Genius Loves Company album)

"Wicked Game" by Chris Isaak

"Hearbeats" by Jose Gonzalez

"Chasing Cars" by Snow Patrol

"Sparks" by Coldplay

I hope this gets you started. Please feel free to share your own personal recommendations as I'm still building my "Coffee House Tunes" playlist to last me throughout the winter.

K-OS: "Sunday Morning"

2007-11-17T07:54:00.000-05:00

It's almost Saturday night here, but I am not really looking forward to Sunday morning, that means that my weekend is almost over.

But enjoy this song, it's pretty good, whenever it comes on the radio in the car I find myself singing along and tapping the steering wheel.

K-OS - Sunday Morning

Sunday Morning Lyrics

Grey's Anatomy Song: Damien Rice- Nine Crimes

2007-11-16T20:14:00.001-05:00

This song is most commonly known as that awesome song that played on Grey's Anatomy during the emotional scene where Dr.Yang is standing side by side with her boyfriend Dr. Burk in the OR and is secretly performing the surgery in place of him since his hands are injured. Damien Rice likes to leave his songs open to interpretation but to me this song is about someone who has cheated on their significant other and is coming in terms with the guilt and sorry. This is the version sung with Lisa Hannigan who has a beautiful voice.

Warning: tears maybe induced

Damien Rice Lyrics

Mika - Big Girl (You Are Beautiful)

2007-11-15T07:00:00.000-05:00

Flamboyant crooner Mika (pronounced Mee-ka) pranced onto the music scene last year with his debut album Life in Cartoon Motion and a number one single "Grace Kelly". His kaleidoscopic music has been compared with artists such as Freddy Mercury (of Queen fame), Elton John, Sister Scissors and David Bowie.

For some, Mika's magpie sound and tight jeans may be an acquired taste. Others may instantly be drawn to his campy, over-the-top melodies.

One of the "bouncier" songs off of Mika's debut album, "Big Girl (You Are Beautiful)", is a kickback to Queen's "Fat Bottom Girls". The video was shot candid and low budget and features curvaceous women running down Croydon High Street and Surrey Street Market in Croydon, Surrey, England.

Scorpions - Wind of Change

2007-11-15T04:05:00.000-05:00

One of the best songs of the 20th century ... and a must have on every best-of list ... this song talks about the changes in eastern Europe in the late 80's and 1990 ... especially in Germany and Russia ... its still very popular in Germany ... and the brits use it like some sort of a military tune ... very beautiful song ... i remember VirginKiller (local band) does a really good cover for it ... i listened to it last time in Wakalat Street this summer ...

Enjoy !

Original Version (1990)

Acoustic Version (Portugal , 2001) =Awesome=

I follow the Moskva
Down to Gorky Park
Listening to the wind of change
An August summer night
Soldiers passing by
Listening to the wind of change

The world closing in
Did you ever think
That we could be so close,like brothers
The future's in the air
I can feel it everywhere
Blowing with the wind of change

Chorus:
Take me to the magic of the moment
On a glory night
Where the children of tomorrow dream away
In the wind of change

Walking down the street
Distant memories
Are buried in the past forever

I fallow the Moskva
Down to Gorky Park
Listening to the wind of change

Take me to the magic of the moment
On a glory night
Where the children of tomorrow share their dreams
With you and me

Take me to the magic of the moment
On a glory night
Where the children of tomorrow dream away
In the wind of change

The wind of change blows straight
Into the face of time
Like a stormwind that will ring
The freedom bell for peace of mind
Let your balalaika sing
What my guitar wants to say

Take me to the magic of the moment
On a glory night
Where the children of tomorrow share their dreams
With you and me

Take me to the magic of the moment
On a glory night
Where the children of tomorrow dream away
In the wind of change

"Next Stop-Vegas Please"-Sara Bareilles

2007-11-15T02:15:00.000-05:00

I've blogged about this artist previously on my blog and I was a fan of hers before her name was really known. The first time I heard her name mentioned on the radio I had already had half of her songs memorized on her debut album titled "little voices" which was number 1 on itunes recently. I've classified her as the feminine younger version of tracy chapman or the optimistic version of fiona apple. She sings her own words and plays her own instruments (some of them), I'm talking about Sara Bareilles (pronounced Burellis)! This is my favorite song of hers titled Vegas which is (I think) inspired by an old bad relationship of hers. Enjoy my debut post (and be nice to me)!

Mis-heard (or 'Your bus will take me there')

2007-11-15T01:01:00.000-05:00

I got a bit of a chuckle reading Hani's comment on the Madonna post. You can read it for yourself, but to recap:

I remember in school everyone had to pick any song and try to explain what the lyrics mean, and I picked (Like a prayer). Only when I wrote the lyrics, instead of writing (your voice can take me there). It sounded to me like (your bus can take me there), and I explained how the song is about her boyfriend the bus driver, and the whole class laughed, as I died of embarrassment.

The reason it was so funny to me was because I've also mis-heard (or misinterpreted) hundreds of lyrics. And I'm even willing to share one of mine.

In the song "Flashdance...What a Feeling" (by Irene Cara), I used to think that the line "take your passion and make it happen" was "take your pants down and make it happen". A Freudian slip, perhaps, but I know I'm not the first person to hear it that way. I still sing it like that from time to time. In the car, when no one is listening. Don't tell anyone.

Mis-hearing lyrics is such a common thing that there have been several funny books addressing the subject, including 'Scuse Me While I Kiss This Guy and When a Man Loves a Walnut.

So who out there is brave enough to share their mis-heard lyrics? Do tell.

Aerosmith - Sweet Emotion

2007-11-15T00:39:00.000-05:00

If there's one band who has withstood the test of time, it's Aerosmith. They have sold 150 million albums worldwide, 65.5 million albums in the United States alone, making them the bestselling American hard rock band of all time. Their musical evolution over the years has made them major innovators in American hard rock, pop, glam, blues, and rap, and has inspired legions of rock artists that came after them.

Aerosmith has become well known for their ability to create slightly veiled, double entendre-laced, innocent-sounding raunch. And what better way to illustrate than to showcase their first Top 40 hit, "Sweet Emotion".

I remember first watching the "Sweet Emotion" video back in the 80's. I was fascinated by frontman Steven Tyler's brash moves and fancy footwork. I loved the concept of a 1-900 midnight phone chat (which would never work in today's internet culture). But the best part of the video is the twist ending (which probably contains more truth than we realize).

Madonna - Secret

2007-11-14T12:40:00.000-05:00

Now of the top of your head there is no one that can't atleast name 3 songs for Madonna (describing the video qualifies as a song name too :P).

For my by far I prefer the mystic and darker version of her of the early nighties. By far this song is my favorite for her .

Secret Lyrics

Also help us welcome Asoom who joined this blog and we hope to hear from her play list soon.
Just in, Dave is going to be joining us too.

So welcome to both Dave and Asoom and we hope that you will make us look like utter slackers here and keep this blog alive :)
Best of Wishes & Enjoy!

ps. this is just to make up for the niche song post before although i think i didn't like MIA at first but she grew on me, plus we didn't have a single Madonna song here :)

M.I.A. - Jimmy .... Adja

2007-11-13T02:47:00.000-05:00

I just love M.I.A., beside the point that i get a kick out of me loving a bollywood sounding song but in general what i like about her is that she brings a fresh new breeze to rap. Plus it helps that her lyrics carry a strong political message so
ENJOY ! adja...

Jimmy Lyrics

Come Around Lyrics

incase you are wondering she is from Sri lanka :P

The meaning of American Pie

2007-11-12T19:53:00.000-05:00

I am not sure if this is accurate but it is very interesting. I also never knew that the song killing me softly is about Don McLean!

Don McLean - American Pie

American Pie - Don McLean

A long, long time ago...
I can still remember
How that music used to make me smile.
And I knew if I had my chance
That I could make those people dance
And, maybe, they’d be happy for a while.

But february made me shiver
With every paper I’d deliver.
Bad news on the doorstep;
I couldn’t take one more step.

I can’t remember if I cried
When I read about his widowed bride,
But something touched me deep inside
The day the music died.

So bye-bye, miss american pie.
Drove my chevy to the levee,
But the levee was dry.
And them good old boys were drinkin’ whiskey and rye
Singin’, "this’ll be the day that I die.
"this’ll be the day that I die."

Did you write the book of love,
And do you have faith in God above,
If the Bible tells you so?
Do you believe in rock ’n roll,
Can music save your mortal soul,
And can you teach me how to dance real slow?

Well, I know that you’re in love with him
`cause I saw you dancin’ in the gym.
You both kicked off your shoes.
Man, I dig those rhythm and blues.

I was a lonely teenage broncin’ buck
With a pink carnation and a pickup truck,
But I knew I was out of luck
The day the music died.

I started singin’,
"bye-bye, miss american pie."
Drove my chevy to the levee,
But the levee was dry.
Them good old boys were drinkin’ whiskey and rye
And singin’, "this’ll be the day that I die.
"this’ll be the day that I die."

Now for ten years we’ve been on our own
And moss grows fat on a rollin’ stone,
But that’s not how it used to be.
When the jester sang for the king and queen,
In a coat he borrowed from james dean
And a voice that came from you and me,

Oh, and while the king was looking down,
The jester stole his thorny crown.
The courtroom was adjourned;
No verdict was returned.
And while lennon read a book of marx,
The quartet practiced in the park,
And we sang dirges in the dark
The day the music died.

We were singing,
"bye-bye, miss american pie."
Drove my chevy to the levee,
But the levee was dry.
Them good old boys were drinkin’ whiskey and rye
And singin’, "this’ll be the day that I die.
"this’ll be the day that I die."

Helter skelter in a summer swelter.
The birds flew off with a fallout shelter,
Eight miles high and falling fast.
It landed foul on the grass.
The players tried for a forward pass,
With the jester on the sidelines in a cast.

Now the half-time air was sweet perfume
While the sergeants played a marching tune.
We all got up to dance,
Oh, but we never got the chance!
`cause the players tried to take the field;
The marching band refused to yield.
Do you recall what was revealed
The day the music died?

We started singing,
"bye-bye, miss american pie."
Drove my chevy to the levee,
But the levee was dry.
Them good old boys were drinkin’ whiskey and rye
And singin’, "this’ll be the day that I die.
"this’ll be the day that I die."

Oh, and there we were all in one place,
A generation lost in space
With no time left to start again.
So come on: jack be nimble, jack be quick!
Jack flash sat on a candlestick
Cause fire is the devil’s only friend.

Oh, and as I watched him on the stage
My hands were clenched in fists of rage.
No angel born in hell
Could break that satan’s spell.
And as the flames climbed high into the night
To light the sacrificial rite,
I saw satan laughing with delight
The day the music died

He was singing,
"bye-bye, miss american pie."
Drove my chevy to the levee,
But the levee was dry.
Them good old boys were drinkin’ whiskey and rye
And singin’, "this’ll be the day that I die.
"this’ll be the day that I die."

I met a girl who sang the blues
And I asked her for some happy news,
But she just smiled and turned away.
I went down to the sacred store
Where I’d heard the music years before,
But the man there said the music wouldn’t play.

And in the streets: the children screamed,
The lovers cried, and the poets dreamed.
But not a word was spoken;
The church bells all were broken.
And the three men I admire most:
The father, son, and the holy ghost,
They caught the last train for the coast
The day the music died.

And they were singing,
"bye-bye, miss american pie."
Drove my chevy to the levee,
But the levee was dry.
And them good old boys were drinkin’ whiskey and rye
Singin’, "this’ll be the day that I die.
"this’ll be the day that I die."

They were singing,
"bye-bye, miss american pie."
Drove my chevy to the levee,
But the levee was dry.
Them good old boys were drinkin’ whiskey and rye
Singin’, "this’ll be the day that I die."

Blind Melon - No Rain

2007-11-10T14:39:00.000-05:00

This song has been always one of my favourites, year 93 is when I started getting obsessed with music, and I have to tell you , years 93- 94 had SO MANY amazing songs and this is one of them.

Now, why are all talented artists troubled either they OD or kill themselves or something.

Do you need to have a tortured soul to produce good music?

Blind Melon - No Rain

Blind Melon - No Rain

All I can say is that my life is pretty plain
I like watchin' the puddles gather rain

And all I can do is just pour some tea for two
and speak my point of view
But it's not sane, It's not sane

I just want someone to say to me oh, oh, oh, oh
I'll always be there when you wake yea, yea
Ya know I'd like to keep my cheeks dry today, hey
So stay with me and I'll have it made

And I don't understand why I sleep all day
And I start to complain that there's no rain

And all I can do is read a book to stay awake
And it rips my life away, but it's a great escape
escape......escape......escape......

All I can say is that my life is pretty plain
ya don't like my point of view
ya think I'm insane
Its not sane......it's not sane.

I just want someone to say to me oh, oh, oh, oh
I'll always be there when you wake yea, yea
Ya know I'd like to keep my cheeks dry today, hey
So stay with me and I'll have it made

(I'll have it made
I'll have it made
You know we're really gonna, really gonna have it made
Gonna have it made
ahhh,ahhh, ahhh, ahhh)

We Are Back After a 2 Month Hiatus

2007-11-10T13:44:00.000-05:00

Isam was away on summer vacation then the poor guys blog got hacked.

Everybody knows what happened to poor who-Sane and his family , his dad is doing much better now so I hope he gets back in the groove of blogging by contributing here at least ... hint hint :D .

I 7aki have been busy with life and work and stuff so I couldn't really post anything ... OK and lazy too.

And Bambam? I think he is just a lazy bum bum, lol ...

So now we are back and as BamBam would say ... ENJOY!

Common - Drivin' Me Wild

2007-09-10T08:14:00.000-04:00

Music with something to say, been a while since i posted my lists but just came across this lovely song so felt like sharing it here :)

Lily Allen's voice is mesmerizing
ENJOY!

Plain White T's - Hey There Delilah

2007-09-04T08:28:00.000-04:00

This song ... touches me deep inside ... I feel it's me talking ...

ps . the distance between Jeddah and Amman is 1600 Km which is almost 1000 miles ... sigh

Hey there Delilah
What's it like in New York City?
I'm a thousand miles away
But girl tonight you look so pretty
Yes you do
Times Square can't shine as bright as you
I swear it's true

Hey there Delilah
Don't you worry about the distance
I'm right there if you get lonely
Give this song another listen
Close your eyes
Listen to my voice it's my disguise
I'm by your side

Oh it's what you do to me
Oh it's what you do to me
Oh it's what you do to me
Oh it's what you do to me
What you do to me

Hey there Delilah
I know times are getting hard
But just believe me girl
Someday I'll pay the bills with this guitar
We'll have it good
We'll have the life we knew we would
My word is good

Hey there Delilah
I've got so much left to say
If every simple song I wrote to you
Would take your breath away
I'd write it all
Even more in love with me you'd fall
We'd have it all

Oh it's what you do to me
Oh it's what you do to me
Oh it's what you do to me
Oh it's what you do to me

A thousand miles seems pretty far
But they've got planes and trains and cars
I'd walk to you if I had no other way
Our friends would all make fun of us
and we'll just laugh along because we know
That none of them have felt this way
Delilah I can promise you
That by the time we get through
The world will never ever be the same
And you're to blame

Hey there Delilah
You be good and don't you miss me
Two more years and you'll be done with school
And I'll be making history like I do
You'll know it's all because of you
We can do whatever we want to
Hey there Delilah here's to you
This ones for you

Oh it's what you do to me
Oh it's what you do to me
Oh it's what you do to me
Oh it's what you do to me
What you do to me.

Double Dose playlist - August 9th

2007-08-09T14:13:00.000-04:00

Since I missed posting last week's playlist, I thought to make it up some how and since there has been an over abundance of rock tracks lately I thought to walk the other direction and give you a double dosage of Hiphopdom(Rap & Rn'B).

Playlist Rap:

Eminem & 2pac - Murder, Murder
2pac - Do For Love
Nas- The Message
Twista & Puff Daddy ft. Carl Thomas - Is This The End
Jay Z - What More Can I Say (grey album)
Eminem ft. D12 - Words Are Weapons
The Streets - The Irony Of It All (love this song for comic relief, added just for kicks)

Playlist Rn'B (cycle of a love life):

Erykah Badu & common- Love of my life
Dead Prez - Mind Sex
Common ft. Lauryn Hill - Retrospect For Life (Kinzi I think you'll like this song for the lyrics)
Ron Isley ft. RKelly, & Chante Moore - Contagious
The Roots ft. Erika Badu- Things Fall Apart
Jill Scott ft. Common - 8 minutes to sunrise

ENJOY!
ps. Rght clck 2 dwnld

Starry Starry Night - Don Mclean

2007-08-09T00:18:00.000-04:00

This blog has been neglected in my absence :'( .... sniff sniff .. don't worry blog your mommy is here :p

Starry Starry Night - Don Mclean

Starry, starry night.
Paint your palette blue and grey,
Look out on a summer's day,
With eyes that know the darkness in my soul.
Shadows on the hills,
Sketch the trees and the daffodils,
Catch the breeze and the winter chills,
In colors on the snowy linen land.

Now I understand what you tried to say to me,
How you suffered for your sanity,
How you tried to set them free.
They would not listen, they did not know how.
Perhaps they'll listen now.

Starry, starry night.
Flaming flowers that brightly blaze,
Swirling clouds in violet haze,
Reflect in Vincent's eyes of china blue.
Colors changing hue, morning field of amber grain,
Weathered faces lined in pain,
Are soothed beneath the artist's loving hand.

Now I understand what you tried to say to me,
How you suffered for your sanity,
How you tried to set them free.
They would not listen, they did not know how.
Perhaps they'll listen now.

For they could not love you,
But still your love was true.
And when no hope was left in sight
On that starry, starry night,
You took your life, as lovers often do.
But I could have told you, Vincent,
This world was never meant for one
As beautiful as you.

Starry, starry night.
Portraits hung in empty halls,
Frameless head on nameless walls,
With eyes that watch the world and can't forget.
Like the strangers that you've met,
The ragged men in the ragged clothes,
The silver thorn of bloody rose,
Lie crushed and broken on the virgin snow.

Now I think I know what you tried to say to me,
How you suffered for your sanity,
How you tried to set them free.
They would not listen, they're not listening still.
Perhaps they never will...
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As you might already know this song was about Vincent Van Gogh

Lynyrd Skynyrd - Simple Man

2007-08-01T14:32:00.000-04:00

Isam reminded me of Lynyrd Skynyrd with his latest post with Metallica's 'Tuesday's Gone' cover.

Lynyrd Skynyrd - Simple Man

Mama told me when I was young
Come sit beside me, my only son
And listen closely to what I say.
And if you do this
It will help you some sunny day.
Take your time... Don't live too fast,
Troubles will come and they will pass.
Go find a woman and you'll find love,
And don't forget son,
There is someone up above.

(Chorus)
And be a simple kind of man.
Be something you love and understand.
Be a simple kind of man.
Won't you do this for me son,
If you can?

Forget your lust for the rich man's gold
All that you need is in your soul,
And you can do this if you try.
All that I want for you my son,
Is to be satisfied.

(Chorus)

Boy, don't you worry... you'll find yourself.
Follow you heart and nothing else.
And you can do this if you try.
All I want for you my son,
Is to be satisfied.

(Chorus)

Metallica - Tuesday's Gone

2007-07-30T03:47:00.000-04:00

One of my best songs ... I really like this song too much ... and I am seriously gonna shoot a short film where this song plays from start to end ... One day ...

Enjoy !

Train roll on, on down the line
Won't you please take me far ... far away
Now, I feel the wind blow ... outside my door
oh and I'm leaving my woman at home

My baby's gone ...
Tuesday's gone with the wind
My baby's gone with the wind

And I don't know oh where I'm going
I just want to be left alone
When this train ends, I'll try again
I'm leaving my woman at home

My baby's gone ...
Tuesday's gone with the wind
Tuesday's gone with the wind
Tuesday's gone with the wind
My baby's gone with the wind

Train roll on

Tuesday's gone with the wind
Tuesday's gone with the wind
Tuesday's gone with the wind
My baby's gone with the wind

Train roll on, many miles from my home
See, I'm riding my blues baby ... blues away
Tuesday, you see, she had to be free
But somehow, I've got to carry on

My baby's gone ...
Tuesday's gone with the wind
Tuesday's gone with the wind
Tuesday's gone with the wind
My baby's gone with the wind

Train roll on ...
Ride on train ...
Lord ... I can change ...

Tears of the Dragon

2007-07-29T08:50:00.000-04:00

This is the unplugged version of the multi-talented Bruce Dickinson's 'Tears of the Dragon'.

I'm saying he's multi-talented because in addition to being an amazing singer, a guitarist, a drummer and an excellent performer, he's also a commercial pilot, a writer, an international professional in fencing and a BBC reporter!

He composed this song after he quit Iron Maiden in 1993, which he later rejoined in 1999.

I personally liked his songs more when he went solo.

For too long now, there were secrets in my mind
For too long now, there were things I should have said
In the darkness...i was stumbling for the door
To find a reason - to find the time, the place, the hour

Waiting for the winter sun, and the cold light of day
The misty ghosts of childhood fears
The pressure is building, and I cant stay away

I throw myself into the sea
Release the wave, let it wash over me
To face the fear I once believed
The tears of the dragon, for you and for me

Where I was, I had wings that couldnt fly
Where I was, I had tears I couldnt cry
My emotions frozen in an icy lake
I couldnt feel them until the ice began to break

I have no power over this, you know Im afraid
The walls I built are crumbling
The water is moving, Im slipping away...

I throw myself into the sea
Release the wave, let it wash over me
To face the fear I once believed
The tears of the dragon, for you and for me

Slowly I awake, slowly I rise
The walls I built are crumbling
The water is moving, Im slipping away...

I throw (I throw)
Myself (myself)
Into the sea
Release the wave, let it wash over me
To face (to face)
The fear (the fear)
I once believed
The tears of the dragon, for you and for me

I throw (I throw)
Myself (myself)
Into the sea
Release the wave, let it wash over me
To face (to face)
The fear (the fear)
I once believed
The tears of the dragon, for you and for me

You can watch the original video here.

A khabeesa of song covers.

2007-07-27T21:41:00.000-04:00

This is THE BEST Bohemian Rhapsody cover and by a woman.

Suzie McNeil - Bohemian Rhapsody

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This is a cover for a Brtiney Spears song with a twist, trust me it's good.

Marty Casey - Baby One More Time

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More of Marty..after the show he got back to his band called "Marty and the Love Hammers".

Marty Casey - I Alone

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And more Suzie ... she's Canadian, eh...all those American show's like rockstar Inxs and Rockstar supernova were won by Canadians...what can I say, we Canadians are talented .. hehehehe..did you notice the we? As if inno for real, I just became Canadian last year ... hahahaha ...anyways, enough of my silly talk, enjoy the song.

Suzie mcneil - Losing my religion

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She's Pretty good

Jordis Unga - Heart-Shaped Box

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For more Rockstar INXS click here
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Arabisque - The non bubble-gum over-produced variety

2007-07-26T20:25:00.000-04:00

I feel like the most unapt person to do this, and even more so since I usually only do the playlist here.
The thing is that this blog seems to be lacking arabic songs, and I always get "some" because I find arabic songs mostly boring.

So here are some songs that I like...

Natasha Atlas - Gafsa

Macadi Nahas - "various" (she has a very soothing voice)

Fairouz - 3atinee 2al naya

ENJOY!
ps. You won't see more arabic songs from me for a long long long long long .... et cetera ... long time