So one of the best parts of my day, is my drive to and from work. To place it in context, for many years (more than 20 years), my commute consisted of public transportation, which can be limiting. Trains, subways, buses, streetcars – you name it, I have taken it. The positive about public transportation was my ability to read each day, which allowed me to explore so many books and genres and I miss that! My degree of reading has lessened drastically. PSA – Reading transformed my life and I cannot imagine a world without books! #READ!!
However, when I got my car, it included satellite radio and I decided to maintain the subscription. A few months afterwards, Kelly Clarkson introduced a new station on satellite radio and I have to say, that has been a game changer for me. She shares the same eclectic taste in music that I do, which has been amazing.
Most people don’t like my musical playlists, because I like so many genres of music and I like to listen to all of the various genres, without rhyme and reason. And surprise, surprise – so does Kelly Clarkson. She goes from pop, to country, to jazz standards, to R&B and alternative music and it has been fantastic.
Many times, when she is playing a song by an artist, she provides a commentary on why she likes the music and her memories associated with the songs, and I love that experience. Music really allows you to be transported back in time, to a certain memory or feeling, which is powerful. And I love that she highlights lesser known artists, and has expanded my musical likes.
I have always like Kelly’s vibe and have been a fan from the onset. My brother and I watched the inaugural season of American Idol and were so happy when Kelly won. I have always loved her music and her contributions to various soundtracks.
When she returned to American Idol years later, pregnant, singing, Piece by Piece, I cried more than Keith Urban. The rendition was truly poignant and powerful, and still today, when I watch her, I tear up. If you have not watched it – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmMzv9Fen_s, please do so.
Throughout her career, what has stood out has been her realness, her joy, her talent and her ability to connect through her music. Now discovering that we have many similar musical influences and likes, has strengthened my appreciation of her.
And honestly, isn’t it great to find a connection with someone?
And so, if you happen to pass by me on my commute, you will likely see me singing along to my favourite music, care of Kelly Clarkson!
But that’s just one Diva’s view.
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