Category Archives: Music

Time in a Bottle by Jim Croce

Posted on October 21, 2022 by bookjunkie

I have been obsessed by this song from 1973 lately. It has the perfect haunting melody, and most poignantly beautiful lyrics. Poetry in fact. In my opinion, pure genious. I feel every single word and you will too, if you … Continue reading →

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The Outfield – Your Love

Posted on November 29, 2013 by bookjunkie

I’m crazy about this song right now  – Your Love by The Outfield. And reminds me how I  loved the 80’s. A good time to be a teen. The era of the big hair, areobics and ridiculous shoulder pads. So … Continue reading →

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Full Lyrics: It’s a Beautiful Day

Posted on March 8, 2013 by bookjunkie

I find the graphics of the official lyric video so cute. I find this song so empowering and the melody is just so upbeat. Love it. Seriously can’t wait for the new album and the next official music video. Michael … Continue reading →

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It’s a Beautiful Day

Posted on March 3, 2013 by bookjunkie

Am loving this new single by Michael Buble. Can’t wait for the new album to be out. [youtube]VD6lgWKKLgE[/youtube] And no wonder he’s radiating happiness – his beautiful wife Luisana Lopilato is expecting their baby.

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4 Things: Finding Happiness in the Supposedly Mundane

Posted on September 28, 2012 by bookjunkie

I was thinking about happiness and how I could find it without spending any money or leaving my house. 1. Well one thing I know for sure that would make me happy is if I successfully organize all my stuff … Continue reading →

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Jason Mraz in Singapore

Posted on June 29, 2012 by bookjunkie

Jason Mraz gives such a heartfelt interview. The best I’ve seen in a long time. [youtube]MQQLBw_Rp0o&feature=g-u-u[/youtube] He came across to me as zen, laid back, thoughtful and intelligent. I always thought he was a lot younger, but he just turned … Continue reading →

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Love Watching Whitney Houston’s Live Performances on YouTube

Posted on February 18, 2012 by bookjunkie

I am just mesmerized watching Whitney Houston’s old live performances on YouTube. Here’s a live performance of ‘How Will I Know’ from 1985. Makes me wish I had gone for one of her concerts. [youtube]v1arqe3MGtc&feature=related[/youtube] And boy was she a … Continue reading →

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Jennifer Hudson’s Moving Tribute to Whitney Houston at the 2012 Grammys

Posted on February 13, 2012 by bookjunkie

I was incredibly moved by Jennifer Hudson’s tribute to Whitney Houston. She definitely understands the pain of loss. [youtube]z-mMDIbKqgQ&feature=related[/youtube] Watched this video so many times as a teenager when it came out. Thought Whitney was so cute and beautiful in … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year to my Family & Blogging Buddies (with music from ABBA)

Posted on January 1, 2012 by bookjunkie

Thank you for sticking by this little blog and reading. ABBA’s Happy New Year is hands down my favourite New Year song. It’s melancholic and even though I am unusually buzzing and happy right now I still love it. New … Continue reading →

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Carpenters: It’s Christmas Time

Posted on December 23, 2011 by bookjunkie

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Tea for the Tillerman by Cat Stevens

Posted on December 14, 2011 by bookjunkie

I have this song stuck in my head. Brilliant pick by Ricky Gervais and it appears at the end credits of one of my favourite shows Extras. I love comedies that are intelligent, poignant and more like real life. I … Continue reading →

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80’s Rock Ballads: Love of a Lifetime by Firehouse

Posted on November 16, 2011 by bookjunkie

I was a teen of the 80’s and I think there’s nothing sweeter than an 80’s rock ballad.  So many incredible ballads and it was all about the melodies.  The music video was deliciously cheesy but back then it was … Continue reading →

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Michael Buble Christmas Songs

Posted on November 3, 2011 by bookjunkie

Feeling fatigued and lacking inspiration. Was wondering how to fill this hole in the blog, when I saw this on YouTube. I know it’s a bit early, but who doesn’t love Christmas songs? They are always filled with so much … Continue reading →

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My Grief, Resentment & Desire for Happiness

Posted on October 9, 2011 by bookjunkie

Update 10/10/11: I know this was a hard one to respond to, but I really appreciate the notes you’ve left and just the good energy you always send my way. Some days I’m down and some days I’m up and … Continue reading →

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Home by Edward Sharp and the Magnetic Zeros (& Little Alexa on Ellen)

Posted on September 27, 2011 by bookjunkie

This blog is about Singapore, but I do often feel compelled to talk about things that move me, that come from outside this tiny island. Lately I have been moved by the song Home by Edward Sharp and the Magnetic … Continue reading →

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Grief & Healing: Fix You by Coldplay

Posted on September 14, 2011 by bookjunkie

A song that spoke to me when I was pining for my dad, was ‘Fix You’.  It was no surprise to learn that Chris Martin wrote the song for his wife after she was shattered by her father’s death. It … Continue reading →

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What do Taylor Swift and Bob Dylan have in Common?

Posted on June 27, 2011 by bookjunkie

The sad fact about life is that when you get to a certain age, you would have had the misfortune to encounter at least one really mean people.  If not, then you’re really lucky.   As I was trawling the … Continue reading →

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When All a Scene Needs is an Elton John Song

Posted on December 6, 2010 by bookjunkie

The song Rocket Man fit the season finale of Californication so well, it was mind blowing. That plus terrific wordless acting from the achingly beautiful British actress, Natascha McElhone (she reminds me of Meryl Streep).  The fact that there are … Continue reading →

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Spoiler Alert: Gwyneth Paltrow, Darren Criss, And Other Magical Glee Performances on Glee

Posted on December 4, 2010 by bookjunkie

Been doing some heavy posts, so I decided to surf for music to lift my spirits.  Works every time. YouTube has snippets and music videos of future episodes that you’ve probably not caught yet, if you’re in Asia, so skip … Continue reading →

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James Taylor

Posted on September 27, 2010 by bookjunkie

Of all the solo male singers, James Taylor has a voice I could listen to a million times over. It was a time when it was all about the music. Singers did not have to dance or perform or use … Continue reading →

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