You know I've not really jumped on this contest here on hive naija, but luckily as I read about the contest from a reblog of a friend I decided to jump on it because I wanted to tell you all of my love life with music.
Every morning when I wake up, after prayers and all, the first thing that comes to mind is music. My start to the day ritual, the thought of the melodies, rhythms, catchy bass and beautiful lyrics fills me with happiness and excitement. I've never had anything to do with music neither am I from a family of musicians, I'm not even a musician nor do I play any instrument at the moment, but the strong passion I have for music keeps baffling me each day. Because every day that I listen to music, that particular ritual brings me joy and happiness no matter what the day has in store for me or how I started the day.
Well some people find my musical tastes as local because it varies. My favorite genres are Afrobeats and R&B. Yeah afrobeats, you heard me right, I believe they were expecting the gangster kinda rap because I'm a guy. But my playlist is constantly filled with songs by Chris Brown and Justin Bieber, omah lay and fireboy. What I appreciate about these genres is how these musical genres can combine to many or any sound and culture to create a distinct sound that is both catchy, soothing and refreshing to the ears.
It's something about the beats of Afrobeats for me, it's in the rhythm, the lyrics of Justin and Chris that captures my attention. Afrobeats a musical genre that started from our shores, right here in West Africa and has since spread throughout the world. Now we've seen the mix of African rhythms and Western sounds by our artistes to create a more enticing sound and mood. The drum patterns, guitar riffs, and percussion instruments all work together to produce a groove that gets me moving and nodding my head to the melody no matter how tired or lethargic I am.
Seriously music speaks directly to my heart and soul. My esctasy especially when it's slow tunes, soothing vocals, and romantic lyrics, as a believer of love it creates a romantic and intimate ambiance.
So for me it is music always, always there to lift me up, whether it's a rainy day or a beautiful day, whether I'm happy or sad. Just tell me some good music, just let me listen to music while getting ready for the day, going to work, and even while working. It's a bad habit that has become an essential part of my life, and I can't imagine going through the day without it.
Because of that, discovering new music is one of my favorite pastimes. I find it as a hobby discovering new musicians and exploring different genres.
Ofcourse even when I'm writing I'm still on my music. It gives me inspiration. All my write-ups are backed up by music. So if I write something emotional then I was on a sad song likewise if it's joyful. It's like embarking on a musical trip, and each feel of a song I'm playing at the moment uncover a treasure of emotions to write.
I also enjoy showing my taste in music to others. When I discover a new music or artist that I enjoy, I make a point of sharing it with my friends and family. It's akin to sharing the joy and happiness that music offers me to friends. It's like a constant companion, constantly there to lift my spirits and make me feel alive. It's a routine that I'll treasure and appreciate for the rest of my life.