Passion is the most power force on earth

The most powerful weapon on earth is the human soul on fire.

How beautiful do I have to be?

You know that one person who is so perfect and is always there for you? That one friend who has been there through the think and thin, your rock. The one who accepts you no matter what happens and gives you the BEST life advice? The one that you are only friends with but wish it were more… I am always that girl. The one that no guy wants to date but loves being friends with. Whenever feelings do grow and I muster up the courage to tell the guy how I feel… well the ending isn’t ideal.

This song perfectly describes that situation. Every time I listen to the chorus, the hairs on my arm raise and a cold shiver runs down my spine. What does it take to move from just friends to more than friends? Is it even possible?

If you have been there and know what I am feeling, please comment below with your story. I would love to hear it. You are beautiful and not alone.

Listen to the song and ENJOY!

Jay Brannan – Beautifully [Official Music Video]

every time he goes, she dies
every time she comes, she cries

he was her long, bright future
in the middle of a wrong, dark road
he loved her, but he wasn’t too sure
if he could return the love she showed
when she said, “my love extends
beyond the realm of being friends”
he kissed her head
then quietly he said

[chorus:]
“it’s not that you’re not beautiful, you’re just not beautiful to me”
she said, “how beautiful do I have to be?
when I look in the mirror, you’re the only thing i see,
and I have loved you beautifully” 

Midweek Music Melomania: The Cab

What is the Midweek Music Melomania (MMM) you may ask? They’re weekly tunes/artists that seem to my “obsession” of the week. Either that or the song I just cannot get out of my head. How did this idea come about? Well… Whether its singing or playing the piano, I’ve been making music since I can remember and I am finally doing something that I incorporates all my strengths and passions! I never quite formally announced it, but I am currently interning at Fearless Radio thus am exposed to so many different types of music daily. I guess you can say that is where it all started. Just as a warning, my taste in music is extremely different from almost everyone I have met and hopefully you enjoy it.

I have been blessed with so many different opportunities. This week’s MMM is THE CAB! I absolutely love The Cab and had the chance to interview Alex DeLeon, the lead singer of The Cab, and had a wonderful conversation with him.

The Cab’s newest album Symphony Solider is pure genius. It is well balanced and the range of musical influence is broad. The album is also extremely mainstream yet each song is carefully crafted with the right amount of emotion. The Cab was able to cowrote many of their songs with artists such as Adam Levine from Maroon 5 and  Bruno Mars to Pete Wentz from Fall Out Boy. My favorite songs on the album would have to be ‘La La’ and ‘Lovesick Fool’. ’Lovesick Fool’ and ‘La La’ both showcase the band’s musical growth and talent; from Alex DeLeon’s soaring vocals to Alex Marshall’s amazing piano skills.

Click here to read my review (and interview) of the Everything’s Fine Symphony Soldier Tour for Fearless Radio and click here to see some pictures from each set.

I’ve found a Soundcloud playlist that streams Symphony Soldier in its entirety. Give it a listen. You won’t be sorry you did!

Have any artists you absolutely love and want to share? Drop by the ‘Ask’ page, found on the top bar or visit http://terripham.wordpress.com/ask/ and drop me a little note.

The beautiful chaos I call my thoughts

Wipe The Mark Of Sadness From My Face

This song is absolutely perfect in every way, shape, and form. It perfectly describes my life… I just blah!

Listen to the song and ENJOY!

Cactus In The Valley by Lights

I never meant to wither
I wanted to be tall
Like a fool, left the river
And watched my branches fall.
Old and thirsty, i longed for the flood
To come back around
To the cactus in the valley,
That’s about to crumble down

And wipe the mark of sadness from my face
Show me that your love will never change
If my yesterday is a disgrace
Show me that you still recall my name.

So the storm finally found me and left me in the dark
In the cloud around me, i don’t know where you are
If this old world goes up in arms, all i can do is stand
And i wont fight for anyone until you move my hands.

And wipe the mark of madness from my face
Show me that your love will never change
If my yesterday is a disgrace,
Tell me that you still recall my name.

Oh here, in this shadow;
Here i am
And i need someone by my side.
It becomes so
Hard to stand
And i keep trying to dry my eyes.
Come and find me
In the valley.