These are lyrics from the song “Meridians” by Greyson Chance. Many
of you have probably heard that name before, but if not, he is an eighteen year
old who was fairly popular in 2010 thanks to Ellen DeGeneres. Back then, he was
known because of his young age and impressive vocal range. Since then, he took
a few years off and most people, including myself, forgot the name. But a
couple months ago, I was fortunate enough to stumble upon his new work.
As an avid music lover, it’s clear that music culture these days
is incredibly disappointing. Mixed with my love of writing, I take not only an
interest in the sound, but more of an interest in the lyrical aspect. Most
popular artists have songs that are sexual or derogatory, with auto tune and no
originality.
There is a lack of passion and lyrical significance that music is
supposed to have.
What’s spectacular about Greyson is that he’s only eighteen and is
defying contemporary music expectations. He is an artist our generation
desperately needs: an original singer-songwriter.
Music is supposed to be an art.
Part of its definition is “more than ordinary significance.” Greyson’s love songs
are not as simple as “I really, really, really, really, really, really like
you.” (No hate on that song, it’s quite catchy, but not exactly the epitome of
lyrical depth.) They hold a bit more weight than that. His writing is eloquent
and poetic, and he knows how to create something beautiful.
But the sad truth is that Greyson’s incredibly underrated, which
breaks my heart. (What? How is 330,000 views underrated?! Well, compared to Carly
Rae Jepson’s “I Really Like You” 100,000,000 views—it’s underrated.)
Great music doesn’t come from an expensive studio, or thousands of
dollars, or hundreds of contributing people. Greyson understands what music
should really be about: art and passion. All you really need is a powerful
voice and a piano.
But
my point cannot be complete without the video:
~Annah
No comments:
Post a Comment