The One…..

As sure as no two stars are exactly alike, people who fall in love believe theirs is special, unique, unlike any other in the whole of the universe past, present, or future.  And you know what, in rare and precious cases, that is just about right.  Those who love may even search and wonder, what rune for all time chaperones this love, defines it?

They know instantly, the first time it is encountered.  It comes to them unannounced, without invitation. It is not the lovers to seek. It … must find them ("the wand chooses the wizard, Mr. Potter.  It is not always clear why").

I speak simply, of a song.  That one song. The song. A musical potion of word and notes arrayed such that it enriches the deepest of  human emotions. It explains who you are as a couple, how you are, why you are.  Whenever heard, wherever  heard, the sound that reaches chosen ears places within the soul a perfect contentment.

At about 97 million and counting, there are certainly enough songs to seek out couples deserving of them.  Every generation has a choice all their own, and this list is long and historical.  For years, I always thought Peter Gabriel’s “In Your Eyes” was the anthem of such music.  For me, it is the gold standard by which all other such songs should be measured.

Recently, I heard a new song by the Goo Goo Dolls -  “Come to Me.” A quick trip to YouTube found me mesmerized by the lyrics, the sound, and the outstanding video, which plays such a significant part in communicating the essence of the music. I must believe "Come to Me" will take its rightful place as  another anthem, and will bless many couples for a long time to come.  In my alter universe where everything ends like a Hallmark Christmas movie, I think every story should have one.  Perhaps one day the song will find you. Your song.  It might even be this song.

You can find it at:  www.youtube.com/watch?v=U8VMYLniuDk

Trivia:  The Goo Goo Dolls started their long career in Buffalo, NY,  in 1986!

Mark Twain Quote:  “All of us contain Music & Truth, but most of us can’t get it out.”