Guest Blogger: Yeng 2

I am reviewing the album “Native” by One Republic, an alternative rock group. In this song, “Counting Star,” the feeling of this song just makes you think about the future, and just makes you wonder what is going to happen. The emotions are evoked include pain, and hope. The lyrics refer to situations that can kill you, but also make you stronger. The band and sound is similar to the alternative rock group U2 since the song has deeper meaning than the actual words. The song, “Counting star” is different from the Owl City song, “Vanilla Twilight” since is it more like a love story between only two people. The song lyrics to “Counting Star” include, “Lately I been, I been losing sleep/Dreaming about the things that we could be/But baby, I been, I been prayin' hard/Said no more counting dollars/We'll be counting stars/Yeah, we'll be counting stars” This is one of my favorite chorus parts, because it also causes me to dream about the future. The verse, “Everything that kills me makes me feel alive,” makes me feel and think about taking risks in life, and gives me hope for the future. The reviews include, “Despite these slight changes in style, One Republic’s core sound is very much apparent. From the introspective lyrics to the elaborate instrumental layers and arrangements, Native proves to be an album worth giving a spin” (Idolator). I agree with Rolling Stone and Idolator that music has thoughtful lyrics and appeals to people around the world. My overall opinion is that it is worth our time and money, since the music is really good and includes a variety of musicals instruments. I would highly recommend the album “Native” by One Republic to everyone. The lyrics are clean, and will make you inspired.