Music has always been a big part of my life. When I think about my past, I don’t just remember moments—I remember songs. Each song connects to a memory, a feeling, or a time when life felt a certain way. This is a simple story of the songs that stayed with me.
The First Song I Loved
The first song I truly loved was I Fought the Law by The Clash. As a kid, I used to sit by the radio and record songs using an old Dictaphone I found under my grandfather’s desk. I listened to that song again and again the whole summer. Even with poor sound quality, it felt powerful and exciting, like something big was happening inside the music.
The First Song I Bought
The first single I ever bought was Convoy by CW McCall. It only cost me one dollar from a discount store, but it was worth much more to me. I played it almost 40 times in a row. That moment probably made my mom realize that music was going to be a big part of my life.
Karaoke Memories
I’ve done karaoke many times, but I try not to repeat songs. Some performances were not great, like My Way by Frank Sinatra or In Da Club by 50 Cent. Still, I had fun. That’s what karaoke is really about—enjoying the moment, even if you don’t sound perfect.
A Song I Know by Heart
There’s one song I know every word to: I Know You Got Soul by Eric B & Rakim. I used to DJ a lot in the 80s, and I played this song almost every night. I don’t even know why I played it so much, but it stayed with me.
The Best Party Song
One time, I was DJing a small party, playing hip-hop and house music. Then I suddenly played Been Caught Stealing by Jane’s Addiction. The reaction was amazing. Everyone went crazy. That’s when I learned that the right song at the right time can change everything.
A Song I Don’t Enjoy Anymore
Some songs don’t age well. Lola by The Kinks came up on a playlist once, and the lyrics didn’t sit right with me anymore. It reminded me that our understanding and values can change over time.
A Secret Favorite
I have a secret—I kind of like My Heart Will Go On by Céline Dion. I heard it late one night and realized I actually enjoyed it. Sometimes, we like songs we never expected to like.
A Life-Changing Song
One song that really changed how I saw music is I Feel Love by Donna Summer. When I first heard it, it felt like I was hearing the future. It opened my mind to electronic music in a whole new way.
A Song That Makes Me Emotional
Vincent by Don McLean is a song that always makes me feel emotional. By the end, it’s so sad and beautiful that it’s hard not to feel something.
Morning Energy
When I need energy in the morning, I listen to Not to Touch the Earth by The Doors. It’s powerful and dramatic, and it wakes me up instantly.
Final Thoughts
Music is more than just sound—it’s memory, emotion, and identity. The songs we love become part of who we are. Even years later, they can take us back to a specific moment in time.