The Power of Music

[AARPRachelA]

If you want to do something good for your brain, turn on your music player and sing along to a few songs. Better yet, sing and dance at the same time. Music stimulates many areas of the brain, including those responsible for memory, movement and mood, according to a new report from the AARP-founded Global Council on Brain Health (GCBH).

I've always loved music. My parents have home videos of me as a wee baby, and I'm intently listening to the music playing and ignoring everything else going on. I've been singing since I can remember, and I took piano lessons for a time and played the flute for 6 years. I also recently learned that my great-grandmother was an opera singer! My grandma on my mom's side was a piano teacher. Music is in my genes! Music has also helped me process my feelings, and is always there to soothe my soul when I'm going through a rough patch. I even met my partner at a music festival!

Do you listen to music to boost your mood? How has music helped you? Share your story today!

[c617910d]

Just recently watched the AARP movie about Herb Alpert.  He is truly an amazing artist.  Love all his music.  RISE is one of my favorites.

[LydiaN586309]

Amy Winehouse - Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow

(Amy gone too soon.)

[LydiaN586309]

Sting performs "I'll Be Watching You"  with Bruce Springsteen

[LydiaN586309]

NEVER ENOUGH FROM THE GREATEST SHOWMAN

[DouglasR588505]

When I am feeling low and blue, this song lifts up my heart and re awakens my hope. "Love Is On The Way" recorded by an amazing vocalist Billy Porter.  The song is a must hear.

[KemP28126]

DRIFT AWAY 

Dobie Gray or Uncle Kracker 

[LydiaN586309]

I'm sure there are many other songs out there that might do the trick, but this one is the only one that comes to mind at this late hour:

Happy by Pharrell Williams

[CarolM120713]

This one is also a favorite of mine. You can’t help but feel good listening to this one!

[LydiaN586309]

INSANITY - Gregory Porter with Lalah Hathaway

Cool, smooth, love song.

[mimi0000]

HAPPY DAYS ARE HERE AGAIN (but there not right now)

[DeborahF895453]

I’m walking on sunshine by Katrina and the waves.