#songoftheday: Michael Jackson – Billy Jean

It’s been my experience that this song is almost guaranteed to be played at least once, and nearly every wedding reception.

This single song’s been not just present for,  but been a big motivation behind my change in attitude towards dancing over the years.

Growing up, the mere thought of dancing would bring on the intense anxiety, and fear of not only looking awkward, but being judged by spectators.  At some point, Billy Jean came along, and it was less of a big deal to just move to the music.  I stopped worrying about what people might think and just focused on what was important: having fun.

#songoftheday: Derek and the Dominos – I Am Yours

You really can’t fake a long distance relationship.

When conversation, and correspondence are all you have, there’s that level of trust, and sincerity that isn’t always as prominent under normal circumstances.

In this song, Eric Clapton gets a bit of lyrical help from a 12th-century Persian poet to get this feeling across.

#songoftheday: Cat Stevens – Two Fine People

http://youtu.be/-Io57GvAQRs

I’m usually not a big fan of “Greatest Hits” albums.  On one hand, they make for an accessible intro to any given band/artist.  On the other, they can take a song out of the context of the original album, and really diminish it’s effect.

Cat Stevens’ first greatest hits album gets a pass because it brings something new to the table.  Specifically, this great song.