Reflecting upon September 11th’s tragedy to our country in 2001, author Anthony Decurtis wrote the article, “Rocking My Life Away: Why Music Matters” in Rolling Stone magazine, illustrating popular music’s impact and purpose within our society. Written on September 28th, 2011, he reflects upon the week before the attacks on the twin towers by vividly describing his wedding and the popular music’s portrayal on emotions. Listening to the Stevie Wonder songs "I Believe When I Fall in Love It Will Be Forever," and "Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours" he sates, “It was a moment of sheer physical joy, uncomplicated, free and ecstatic.” The songs at this moment managed to capture the possibilities of love and connection within the family oriented group. But only two days after the wedding, the al queda bombings changed our societies feelings and reactions to a devastating event in which many mourned the lives of loved ones. The author suggests, that during these sad, confusing days we allowed music to help restore us to the full range of our feelings.
Trying to bring pleasure into our lives through music, I believe one can see music’s meaning and importance upon a society. Whether they may be violent lyrics and aggressive sounds or pleasant lyrics and tranquil sounds, Decurtis identifies what popular music means and the benefits it has upon our society at large. Expression can also come through these types of songs, for one to not only think of these as just a typical pop song. Reflecting upon the article, I believe music is truly meant to represent a society or culture and be inspirational in even the most tragic, terrifying, or threatening times. Concluding, Decurtis thoroughly illustrates the importance of music and why it matters today within our society more than ever.
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