Songs, Poetry and General Quotes That Remind You Why You Love to Write

"And her lips are like the galaxy's edge and her kiss the color of a constellation falling into place." -Artic Monkeys "Arabella"

“So we turn to the security of constancy as dependable as the sea, nature full of beauty and peace, music that can teach and inspire. Perhaps all we can do is seek comfort in such things as flowers, and song, and You.” —Brandon Elliott “Perhaps”

“I fell for your eyes; I just realized I still need you.” -The Band CAMINO "My Thoughts on You"

"When you look at me and the whole world fades. I'll always remember us this way" -Lady Gaga "Always Remember Us This Way"

"Smile darling don’t be sad. Stars are going to shine tonight" -Five for Fighting "Heaven Knows"

"When the world around is caving in. And the winds, well, they keep on changing

Take my hand and let it spin. We’ll hold still." -Ben Platt "Temporary Love"

"To be right where you are. How old is your soul? Well, I won’t give up on us

Even if the skies get rough" -Jason Mraz "I Won't Give Up"

“We don't read and write poetry because it's cute. We read and write poetry because we are members of the human race. And the human race is filled with passion. And medicine, law, business, engineering, these are noble pursuits and necessary to sustain life. But poetry, beauty, romance, love, these are what we stay alive for." -John Keating "Dead Poets Society"

"You must strive to find your own voice because the longer you wait to begin, the less likely you are going to find it at all." -John Keating "Dead Poets Society"

"Now, do you believe in rock 'n' roll. Can music save your mortal soul and can you teach me how to dance real slow?" -Don McLean "American Pie"

This is only a few lyrics that I've discovered in the folds of chords and harmonies that resonate with my soul. There is always inspiration, but hardly any motivation. It's difficult it keep writing and creating but it's necessary to keep the world on a steady axis.