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I couldn’t help myself but tear up at most of the tracks on the newly released Meaning of Life album from Kelly Clarkson. It was like she stepped in to my shoes, saw through my eyes, and wrote this music for me. Music has always been my outlet for every emotion that ever pulses through my body. It heals the soul and releases the emotions of pain, happiness, and heartbreaks. It captures the essence of every memory you have. Music should move you and Kelly does just that! The Meaning of Life from Kelly Clarkson is a powerful soundtrack to life!
I remember that night in 2002, my Mom and I were on the sofa, holding hands with each other as they announced the winner of the first American Idol. As the celebratory confetti flew on the television, we were jumping up and down! Who knew her music would continue to have such an amazing impact on my life. Looking back on those moments, are the good memories I had with my Mom.
The very first song that grabbed me and made me say, “This is my anthem!” was “Go High”
It’s too much, can’t breathe
It’s so not for me
Way too much
Everywhere that I go
Stand for nothing, fall short
But I won’t give up
I’ll keep giving love
Runs through my blood
I’ll never give up
When you go low, I go high, to get by, to get by
Sometimes (sometimes, sometimes) I don’t wanna be nice (nice)
But I try (but I try)
When you go low, I go high”
The whole album is dripping with soul and sweet harmony. Every song has a special message that any lady can resonate with. With female empowerment, soulful back up singers, and the always strong and vivacious voice we have come to love, Kelly has made this a personal album that we can all relate to.
When I heard “Move You” the line about the home that you were raised in, brought me to tears. Here I am, in one of my childhood homes. The home that some of my most memorable and tragic moments have occurred. When Hurricane Irma was barreling towards us, photographs…were all I cared about. Christmas, this year I am bringing back long gone traditions that we changed over the years to accommodate schedules. This year, I want to bring emotion and move the hearts of those I love.
“Like a symphony at sundown, in the middle of July
When a lyric really gets you and it breaks you down inside
Like the home that you were raised in
Like faded photographs
Like the thrill of Christmas morning
Yeah, I wanna move you like that”
When it comes to the title track, “Meaning of Life”, I think of my Mom smiling down on me. Before I met my husband in 2011, I could not stand being in a relationship longer than a year. Either it was not meant to be or I thankfully found out it was no good in time.
When I met my husband in February 2011, no one expected us to be engaged in less than three months and married by the one year anniversary of us meeting. We may not be the perfect couple but our love is true. Due to him, I have my son who is my blessing and reason for finding a way to “Go High” in those lost moments. Without those two, my darkest moments could have been my last.
If you have ever written off a love or friendship, to make yourself more mentally healthy. “Medicine” is the song you will be dancing around the house to! Turn the album up because you are better than all that drama.
“Ya can’t get me high
Never got me lit
Never bring me up
Always drag me down
I’m through with it
You ain’t my medicine”
Everyone has their own definition of the meaning of life, I’d love to know what makes you get up out of bed each morning and if you have heard the new album from Kelly, the Meaning of Life is sure to be the soundtrack of your life with songs that easily can relate to love, loss, friendship, and strength! What is your favorite song from the new album? #MeaningofLife
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Author: Nichole Arnold
I’m the owner of Mommy Needs a Bottle . I’m a 30- something wine enthusiast that resides in Tampa, FL. I love family traditions, traveling, cooking, baking, reading, fashion, tattoos, beauty products, and being a Mommy! I have a background in marketing, public relations, copywriting, and sales.
This sounds like such a great album. I’ve always loved Kelly Clarkson’s voice, and an album like that is the kind that can really touch your heart.
This sounds like the kind of album that can give you all the feels. Of course, with her voice, that’s not hard to do.
Kelly Clarkson has such a beautiful voice. She sings with so much strength. I’m a fan for life!
xo,
Stephanie
Diary of a Debutante
http://www.thediaryofadebutante.com
I need to check this out. I am not familiar with her songs but I like her voice when I watched the video. I also like the lyrics, speaks to the heart.
I love Kelly Clarkson! She’s so amazing. I need to check out her album. I love her music.
What beautiful memories you have of your Mom! THank you for sharing them with us. I am going to pickup Kelly Clarksons album for my daughter.
I’ll be honest. I have never been a very big Kelly Clarkson fan but this album has changed my mind. I have heard her performing the songs on various shows and it really does resonate with me too.
It is great that she was able to generate a successful career out of her American Idol appearance. I”ve been impressed by her talent and enjoyed quite a few of the songs she has released. I’m sure this is a great album!
I just love Kelly Clarkson and it sounds like her new album is wonderful. I love when songs are so inspirational. It’s a nice change to listen to, from what you hear on the radio most often.
Kelly Clarkson always seems to come out with some amazing songs which are full of meaning – I really need to try and check out this new album.
I love Kelly Clarkson too! I missed her American Idol win but I’ve heard so much of her music and enjoy it all. I will have to add this to my collection of CD’s.
I love Kelly Clarkson. She seems like a down-to-earth, do her own thing kind of woman. Love her vibe.
I’m fixing to jam out to this. I haven’t heard it yet but I’ve been reading a lot of posts about it coming out. She’s a great singer too so I bet it’s worth listening to.
DANG!! Her lyrics are so powerful and uplifting. You can’t help but feel strong and motivated by her music. I need to crank this album up like you suggested and learn the songs.
This is really sweet. I love when I hear a song and connect with it on a deep level! Kelly Clarkson is so talented!
I love Kelly Clarkson, I’ve been a fan since the first season of American Idol. She has sheer talent that can’t be denied. I need to check out her latest album.
I love that album! I’ve been obsessing over it lately and I love how it connects to me.
Her music is definitely impacting. I love that she sings a little more down to earth which speaks to me.
Kelly Clarkson is such a great artist! Her voice is amazing and her lyrics are always so meaningful. I like that she is such a strong woman and that shows in her songs.
I love Kelly Clarkson. I knew she would go far when I saw her on American Idol. I still remember where I was sitting when she won.
I have always loved her so much! I think she is fabulous and her voice is just killer.
Kelly Clarkson is the bomb seriously. She just has such a powerful voice and is an excellent role model.
I haven’t heard much of Kelly Clarksons stuff in a long while but I will say she does have one killer voice. I am going to have to take a listen!
The Meaning of Life from Kelly Clarkson is my new favorite album. I picked it up a few days ago and have not stopped listening to it. It is a great gift idea.
I love Kelly Clarkson. She’s really inspirational and so successful! I can’t wait to check out her new album.
I love that Kelly marches to the beat of her own drum. That takes courage. I applaud her for that