Broken Strings

The song I've chosen is "Broken Strings", by James Morrison. It isn't my favorite one in English, but I couldn't take only one, so I decided for it. Broken Strings is sung by him and Nelly Furtado. They are fantastic together.
James Morrison Catchpole was born in the UK, on August 13th 1984. The genres are pop, soft rock and soul. He sings and also writes the lyrics for himself. Even he can play the guitar well. Nowadays, Morrison hasn't entered fame yet, but he's known around the world, because he began in 2006.
This song has made him be at the top of lists, so I think it is the most popular, but there are more, too. The song is about lost love from two ex-lovers. There's one, who has been cheated and he tries to hold on but it hurts too much. Something disappointing happened, he tries to forgive but it's not enough to make it all okay... He wants to begin again but he can't because he can't feel anything that his heart doesn't want to feel. I think the title says everything.


I like this song because of the lyrics. Also, there is something in the music that makes the song come inside. I agree with the meaning, everybody can pass through deception and love is the big topic.
When I listen to Broken Strings, it is usually when I'm a little sad and where I can be alone. It gives strength and energy to me, sometimes needed.
I love the general message given by this song, even my mood changes. It makes me think positively about going on when something isn't alright.
On the other hand, I find it the typical commercial song, and I wouldn't like me to like this. But we can't avoid it, so I will continue listening to them. I like Broken Strings in this way, I wouldn't change anything.


The images are simple. They display us the simplicity and the power of music. The images help us to feel the notes. I like the moment when the intensity starts. It is well-connected to the lyrics, since the girl appears at the suitable moment, and she doesn't appear clearly but she is shown in a glass, half blurred. There is fire, too.


To sum up, I recommend listening to this song, to try to feel its magic. It is a song that encourages ourselves and tells truths. The boy and the girl make a good couple and they sing perfectly. Finally... enjoy the music!






_Marta!