Adam Hits Me In The Heart Ten Times

If there's this one band which I would listen to forever and would promise myself to see them perform live before I die, that would be where Adam Levine is the lead vocalist and guitarist, no other than the Maroon 5. I've always been a fan of them since the year 2002 when they first released their album, Songs about Jane - his ex-girlfriend. The theme of their music is most probably about the L word. Love. From lost love to true love. This is basically the reason why I did fall for Adam and his songs, and oh, have I mentioned he composed mostly of the songs? 

Yes, he did. 

Before they might hit the Billboards again in the year 2013, 

I wanna share with you my TEN all-time favorite songs of the Maroon 5 from their very first album (Songs about Jane) up to the latest (Overexposed). The songs are arranged chronologically and not from my least to most favorite song or the other way around. 

1. This Love - Songs about Jane (January 2004)

This has become a Maroon 5 classic, never gets old. My friends and I love to sing this in karaokes all the time. 

"I was so high, I did not recognize

The fire burning in her eyes"

2. She Will Be Loved - Songs about Jane (July 2004)

This has been one of the songs on top of my list, closest to my heart. It gives hope to all the girls who had their smiles broken. I always find myself singing this song, especially in the shower.  

"It's not always rainbows and butterflies

It's compromise that moves us along"

3. Sunday Morning - Songs about Jane (December 2004) 

This song reminds me of how slow can I get on a Sunday morning. This is perfect for days when you just want to roll over on your bed and never really get up. 

"But things just get so crazy, living life gets hard to do

And I would gladly hit the road, get up and go if I knew"

4. Nothing Lasts Forever - It Won't Be Soon Before Long (2007)

Don't you just love it when you find a song which speaks about the three words of advice you actually get from this life? I couldn't say no more, this song speaks for itself. 

"But nothing lasts forever but be honest, babe

It hurts but it may be the only way"

5. Goodnight Goodnight - It Won't Be Soon Before Long (November 2008)

If only every man is honest and humble enough to admit his mistake, everything will just work out fine. Sing this to me and I'll forget every reason why I got mad at you. 

"Some thing's gotta change

Things cannot stay the same"

6. Never Gonna Leave This Bed - Hands All Over (January 2011)

This song reminds me of "talking-about-any-random-stuff-while-cuddling-on-the-couch-and-never-get-tired-of-each-other" relationship. I like that shit, even if I had never done it actually with anyone(Lol). 

"Wake you up in the middle of the night to say

I will never walk away again"

7. Payphone - Overexposed (April 2012)

Definitely this song was a success all over the world. It was a mid-tempo song but then again, it talks about a romance which is over. 

If "Happy Ever After" did exist,

I would still be holding you like this

8. Daylight - Overexposed (November 2012) 

This one is for all the nights I made the most out of. Wanting not to sleep because I know my little fantasies may end too soon. This has made the best memories of 2012 ☺

"I never wanted to stop because I don't wanna start all over, 

I was afraid of the dark but now it's all that I want"

9. Sad - Overexposed (2012)

This.song.remarkably.hit.me. It may sound deep, but it's true. Listening to this can make me cry, but I won't.  I listen to this when I regret something, even though it doesn't help me. This song has the right words I can't even express to myself or anyone.

"I'm kicking the curb cause you never heard

The words that you needed so bad"

10. Beautiful Goodbye - Overexposed (2012)

This song dates me back to the moments I fell so in love ♥ Not to mention that it says something about the eyes - the windows of one's soul, the part I always look into. If you're in love with someone or just in love with love (it can happen), I suggest you listen to this. I tell you, you will never get tired of listening to this. 

"Holding back, won't turn back time
Believe me, I've tried"

I hope you will love my list. I'm pretty sure there's more for the Maroon 5. 

Adam, can you write for me? ☺

Back after Six

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6... It has been SIX months since I last updated my blog. 

I know, this isn't normal for such a blogger. What was I thinking? I can't just take away what I have started here. I bet I have a lot of explaining to do. 

At some point, I miss the art of writing. You know, just letting your fingers do the typing on a previously blank paper. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to do that for the past six months (obviously). I was really caught up with A LOT, but I could summarize them into four major hindrances:

1. Pharmacy: A big shift in my career

I remember I wrote about all the doubts I had for myself in one post before. Well, my questions were answered in no time. Let's face it, Accountancy wasn't for me after all. I thought I could put the blame on the school's faculty and their newly-revised grading system, but others were able to make it. Now I understand why I have to fail before. I can assure you I did not sleep for three days straight just to study for the finals only for that accounting subject. And yet, I still failed. At least, I tried.  and that's all it matters.  

I thought I wouldn't be able to move on. However, through time, I was able to learn that Accountancy wasn't everything, and that's when I discovered Pharmacy. I am starting to love my course despite all the hassles in the laboratory, demanding teachers, and of course, the too much intake of information.  Well, Pharmacy had made me busier because of the many major subjects to fulfill compared to Accountancy. What I like most of this course is that I don't have to pressure myself anymore. I wouldn't live in agonies nor in doubts. But, that doesn't mean I wouldn't do my best. As much as possible, I want to maintain my average grades especially now that my subjects are getting harder and harder.

2. My Birthday: Celebrating my transition to Womanhood 

Up to now, I still can't believe I just became a debutante last 31st of August. I really thought Mom wouldn't give me a party that I wanted so bad. I mean like, who doesn't want to be the center of attraction at least for one night? I wouldn't exchange the wonderful memories for anything material. 

One month preparation and we all pulled it through together with the help of my family, especially my two aunties and grandma, who complied with our financial constraints.  There were a lot to prepare, I swear it wasn't that easy. Even Mom and I had to go through a lot of dramas because she thinks I'm not doing anything for my birthday, you know, the sitting pretty kind of stuff.

Though it wasn't really that grand, I was very happy because the people who made a difference in my life were able to come, at least, if not all. Mom really showed how much she can be a mother to me despite of not being a perfect daughter to her. I love my Mom, she really is the reason why my birthday is complete. At the end of the night, no words can express how was I thankful for everything.

3. Parties: My new Outlet

Party here. Party there. Party everywhere!

Indeed, 2012 did throw a lot of party-like-it's-the-end-of-the-world parties. That doesn't necessarily mean I became a party animal for attending such. I guess I've just seen myself went out more often than usual. Not to mention, this year is our batch's turn to become of legal ages. This is where I get to socialized but then leave my body restless for not getting enough sleep.

This year, I also went for the chill mode, in other words, "tambay". Ever since, this has become our favorite past time. From fast food chains to coffee shops to resto bars, whatever you call them. Maybe the reason I didn't find myself writing for the past six months is because I often find myself having heart-to-heart talks with my closest friends, and I find therapeutic listening much way better than this, writing.

4. Exercise: My one-way step to healthy living

I may be the luckiest girl in the world for eating anything I want without getting fat, but my tummy is merely an exception for being the only thing that's getting bigger. It sucks, really bad. It's okay if my extra fats would go to my tits or butt so at least I will have something to look forward to.

My mother was the first one who encouraged me to do some workout even just here in the house. Well, the whole family is quite body conscious the past few years, so I guess it's time to blend in. Every week, I would spend at least 3-4 times exercising when I arrive home from school. If it's quite a week, then two days will do. Sometimes, I would find this as stress-reliever but since it's a rigorous activity, it exhausts me as well.

I'm really trying my best to catch up with you, my zippers. What a shame I came this year with number of posts I can even count on my fingers. I do hope I could explain further each of my reasons here (fingers crossed). At least for now, you know what I've been up to for the past six months.☺

Say hello to my most recent look.