Music makes the people come together
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For those Americans, and others around the world, who have been descended into a post-election depression, I have compiled a list of feel-good songs that might help to alleviate the feelings of fear and hopelessness that many people are feeling. There is a healing power in music that can help everyone to feel less alone in this new and crazy world that seems to be dominated by hate and discrimination. Music Trumps Hate.7. Imagine – John Lennon
While some might see this as a cliché, I think John Lennon’s sentiments in this song are just as relevant right now as they were at the time of the song’s release. A peaceful world might only be one that exists in the imagination for now, but the song reminds us that there are many dreamers out there who dream of a world in which we live as one.
6. True Colors – Cyndi Lauper
Cyndi has been a passionate champion of LGBT rights throughout her illustrious career. True Colors remains a song for anyone, or any group for that matter, who has been made to feel less than or targeted because of who they are.
5. They Say It’s Gonna Rain – Hazell Dean
With Trump’s election many have provided a gloomy forecast for the US and the world for the next four years. The uncertainty over the position of minorities is one of the factors contributing to the dark outlook. But this song is a reminder that although "they say it’s gonna rain" things will be okay.
4. Man In The Mirror – Michael Jackson
Many people were taken aback by the fear and hatred that dominated the Trump campaign. How does one come to terms with the fact that this is what seems to have won? I think Michael had a clear message for anyone wondering how they can change a world where hatred is becoming the norm: "If you wanna make the world a better place / Take a look at yourself, and then make a change".
3. Bang My Head – David Guetta feat. Sia
A stunning song that reminds us not to give up hope. It may feel as though we are banging our heads against a wall at times, but we have to find a way to "rise above it all".
2. Song For The Lonely – Cher
This song was released in 2001 and became a tribute anthem to a shocked and broken nation in the wake of 9/11. The message is clear – "through the darkest night, see the light shine bright" because you are never alone, there is always someone right by your side.
1. Hands – Jewel
This might be the most perfect song for the United States right now – in the end, as Jewel so poignantly says, only kindness matters.
If I could tell the world just one thing
It would be that we're all ok
And not to worry because worry is wasteful
And useless in times like these
I will not be made useless
I won't be idled with despair
I will gather myself around my faith
For light does the darkness most fear
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