Music of 2009!

" If music be the food of love, play on. " - William Shakespeare

" Your love shines the way into paradise, so i offer my life as a sacrifice... " - I See You, Leona Lewis, Avatar

" And through it all, when you're tired and you stumble i will carry you home...
... You'll never be alone, when there are no more heroes. " - No More Heroes, Westlife

A year of great music! Listening to songs, i realize their significance in accompanying me through the times i felt lonely like sitting in a bus or plane or in uni; and while i multi-task like reading a book or completing an assignment. Due to the great music produced over the year, it was a challenge to pick the best out of the best. Special thanks to those who have helped me select their personal favourites. I believe music depends on the individual and that mood plays a role. Weighing in on the votes from those who have replied and my personal influence, this is the list!

Favourite Male is Ryan Tedder of One Republic. He is a true musician and possesses a unique voice, and has also helped in creating numerous great songs. Apart from the band songs like 'Secrets', 'All the Right Moves' and hit debut 'Apologize', 'Bleeding Love', 'Halo', 'Battlefield', 'Already Gone' and 'Shadows' owe thanks to him.

Favourite Female is Taylor Swift. No doubt. With 'Love Story' and 'You Belong With Me', she won the hearts of many.

Breakthrough Artiste is Lady Gaga. Previous years showed this category dominated by American Idol winners. Gaga broke the chain. She's incredible with 'Poker Face' and 'Paparazzi'. 'Just Dance' was a hit, along with 'Disco Stick', 'Nothing Else To Say' and 'Bad Romance'!

Perfect Comeback is Britney Spears. With high hopes, she'll continue to produce great songs and bring back the Britney we all once loved and admired. 'Three'!

Again, again, and again is Love Story, Taylor Swift. This is tough- it's between Taylor Swift and Gaga. Somehow, 'Love Story' got the pick because of its instrumental role in the song.

Favourite Collaboration is Come Home, One Republic and Sara B. A sensational duet! With great vocal and music arrangement, this became my favourite of the year!

Favourite Band is The Fray. Taking 'Favourite Forever' with 'How To Save A Life' two years ago, they are my favourite band this year. It's close- between The Fray, One Republic and BEP. 'Never Say Never' rules! Since 'HTSAL' reminds me of Grey's Anatomy, 'Never Say Never' will remind me of Transformers 2.

Favourite Movie Soundtrack is Time for Miracles, Adam Lambert, if not for the later release of Avatar's I See You by Leona Lewis. 'Time for Miracles' suits '2012' best and with lyrics that match equally to the movie!

Uniquely Weird is Down, Jay Sean and Lil W. I just don't get this song. You may like it, but it's just strange to me. It reminds me of Chicken Little, that's why.

Relive, revive and rejuvenated is Michael Jackson. He and all of his songs are in! A tremendous loss in the music industry, the King of Pop will always be remembered. 'Man in the Mirror'!

Unheard of is Believe, Elliot Yamin. The second runner-up has matured vocally!

Blast Concert is the Famine 30 Countdown. The atmosphere after starving for 30 hours with friends was simply amazing.

Favourite Inspirational is The Climb, Miley Cirus. Words that relate so close to our hearts, the Climb will be remembered.

Favourite Album is Where We Are, Westlife. All songs from this album amazes and can be a hit single! Westlife returns! Take a listen to 'How To Break A Heart', 'Where We Are', 'Shadows', 'Sounds of a Broken Heart', 'The Difference' and 'Reach Out'; and for ballads, try 'No More Heroes', 'Leaving', and 'As Love Is My Witness'. Their cover 'What About Now' is a good listen too. Lots of variety, lots of versatility. Voices that have matured and lyrics that inspires, Westlife continues to be one of my all-time favourite male bands!

Favourite Forever is Come Home, One Republic and Sara B. This song is selected because of its strong lyrical content and melody. One Republic seems to have become one of my favourite bands of all time.

You may not agree to my list but as i have said, it depends on the individual. If you have not listened to them, go YouTube and have a try. You'll understand why they're my favourites then. Westlife took Favourite Album of 2009 and they are just out and new. Some singles are not even released in Malaysia yet. Have a listen at my favourites.





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