At one time or another, all of us will feel the sting of a painful breakup. And when we're in the grips of heartache, we most often turn to music for comfort. Yet, it's not usually cheerful, uplifting music that gets us through our darkest moments. Instead, it's sad songs that routinely makes us feel better. Why? Why do we take comfort in maudlin songs when we're feeling lonely to begin with? What is it about hearing about other people's misery that makes us somehow feel better? Are there certain elements that make up a perfect breakup song? And if you've ever found yourself at the raw end of a breakup, what music got you through the pain? Do you have a go-to song for a breakup? If so, what is it and how does it help you cope?
Here are a dozen iconic breakup songs to get you in the (sad) mood, but feel free to use any songs you like:
- Toni Braxton, "Un-Break My Heart"
- Bill Withers, "Ain't No Sunshine"
- ABBA, "The Winner Takes it All"
- Jewel, "You Were Meant for Me"
- Candace Glover, "I Who Have Nothing" [Tom Jones cover]
- Jim Croce, "Operator (That's Not the Way it Feels)"
- Patsy Cline, "She's Got You"
- Elvis Presley, "You Were Always on My Mind"
- Roy Orbison, "Crying"
- Sinéad O'Connor, "Nothing Compares 2 U" [Prince cover]
- Elton John, "Sorry Seems to be the Hardest Word"
- Adele, "Someone Like You"
Include at least three of the following in your discussion:
- "How Listening to 'Sad Songs' Heals the Blues" (Telegraph)
- "Five Scientific Reasons Why Breakups are Devastating" (Huffington Post)
- "Why Do Breakup Songs Hurt So Good?" (How Stuff Works)
- "Here are Ten Break Up Songs That Will Make You Feel Better. What Other Song Made You Feel Better About It?" (Reddit)
- "Why Do We Need Breakup Songs? Aren't We Suffering Enough?" (NPR)
- "The 20 Most Poignant Breakup Songs" (Billboard)
Requirements:
- Must be in MLA Style
- Must be two full pages in length
- Must include a works cited page
Due: Thu 10.22
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