Sandy Supposes....

Music Memories

PROMPT March 10th

What artist or band do you always recommend when someone asks for a music recommendation?

         Huh, I do not recall that anyone has ever requested a recommendation for music from me. My cellphone and tablet are free of a playlist. I reserve their use for things other than music. When I read and write I do so in silence. Rarely do I sit and just listen to music and it's not because I dislike it. If I choose to play music, I lean towards that from the seventies, nineteen-seventies. In a nostalgic mood, I will belt out the lyrics and dance as if no one is watching because I make certain no one is lurking about. Occasionally, I will concede to a different era.

         While travelling in my vehicle, I listen to 'new', popular, current music chosen by faceless d.j.s. I like the randomness and I have discovered music that appeals to me. In this way, I am prepared for excursions with my two eldest grandgiggles. This Nanna is not totally unaware, or clueless, or lame.

         My parents preferred country music and it wormed its way into my memory. Once I hear a few familiar notes, I am transported to my childhood and I sing every word of the lyrics. I suppose I did pay attention despite being a captive audience. My hubby refers to this genre as 'cry ass country' and he's not incorrect. With lyrics such as "your cheatin' heart", "he stopped lovin' her today," "stand by your man," and "I'm so lonesome I could cry" there was a common theme of heartbreak and betrayal.

         I admit my three children repeated this legacy of hearing their parents' music over and over. They recite the lyrics to Jefferson Starship hits with ease. 'We Built This City' and 'Somebody to Love' flow effortlessly.

         They grew up with Queen, E.L.O., Elton John, Meatloaf, Supertramp, Michael Jackson, The Eurythmics and more.