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sing comment on the video, that they are not alone. Having different people singing different parts of the song before coming together as a larger group for the chorus adds to the appeal. It brings to mind a song that I used to listen to as a child. The words can be roughly translated to ‘one stick of bamboo can be bent easily, but it is hard to bend several bamboo sticks at once. Having so many people working together behind and in front of the scene shows how important this is to the people in the production. Being able to recognize most of the people in the video shows me how many of these actors, actresses, and singers care for the people this quake effected. A lot of the people shown are people who are well known and famous, yet they get together to do what they can for the people in Japan. Knowing that they probably took time out from their schedule to work on the song and video makes me want to go out and do what I can to help.
I do not know if it is the video, music, or a combination of both that really catches my attention. Seeing so many people working together to do what they can to remind the people in Japan that they are not alone, leaves a really big impact on my mind. While I do not know exactly what the song is about (until I looked up the English lyrics), it still gave me a feeling that I am not alone in the world. This video reminds me not to make judgments about a person because of what they do, and to pay attention to the events that are happening around me now. Focusing more on the present than the past or future, because you never know what can happen in a split second. Not only that, but to concentrate on using what I have and what is available to accomplish tasks, instead of what wishing for something that I do not have. I really like how the event shows everyone that love truly has no boarders. While writing this, the quote about if you truly love someone/something let them/it go, and if it was meant t
o be, they will come back to you. Sometimes, we have to step away from what we have before we realize how lucky we are to have what is around us. From this, I am going to try to take notice of the people around me, and help who I can with what I have. I will give the concept of working with various people in a group setting another chance while keeping an open-mind, because a group of people working on one thing is better than one (depending on what it is….).
When it comes to love, I feel that it is different for me at different points in life. Drawing from some lyrics (with a rough translation) “What is love? You want to know, and I want to know the answer, and in the end we will go crazy thinking about the answer.” combining that idea with something I read recently, where someone states 'Romance is not an idea, but a state of mind,’ seems to describe the way I think about love.
This is a powerful blog and I really enjoyed reading your message and listening to the song. It is heartfelt and it is an example of human kindness and compassion, people who can love without limits or constrictions. I had goose bumps when I watched the video because it was so beautifully done. It is organizations and performances like the 311 Love Beyond Borders that really demonstrate the sincerity of mankind.
ReplyDeleteI was very impressed that you have been following the relief efforts and are aware of the groups who are a part of the reconstruction and moral support for the people who have been affected by this tragedy. It is great to be aware of the kindness and support of the fellow man, it shows that there are good people out there who want to help and assist in times of need and strife. It is very admirable and a great sign of love for not just the privileged but also those in need of generosity.
I agree that the way the video was made, with the individuals eventually joining together to have one voice, was moving. The uniformity and synchronization really brought out the message of them having support and well wishes from all over the world. You did a great job of demonstrating true compassion and love that the people of the world have to offer one another.