… A song that makes you cry, & why?

Music has a power unequaled. It can make us laugh, dance, run, and feel alive. However, it can also bring memories back, and make us sad. Still, the ones I have interviewed, even though they talked to me about songs that affected them, and why, always did so with a smile on their face. I am telling you, the power of music is like no other power; it can bring tears to your eyes and make you crack a smile at the same beat.

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Manon, 22, student & photographer on her spare time

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“O’Sister” by City and Colour __

“When my spirits are low, I pretend that my brother is singing it to me. I cry, but I always feel better.”

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Melvin, 59, father & entrepreneur __

“One Sweet Day” by Mariah Carey __

“Because it reminds me of my parents; my deceased parents.”

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Rosa, 21, student at UIC __

“Fly Me to the Moon” by Frank Sinatra __

“It is nostalgic, old-fashioned. I know all the lyrics; actually, it’s the only one I know by heart.” .

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Eddy, 19, intern in real estate

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“Love Is Not Enough” by Above & Beyond

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“The sadness in her voice,  the meaning of the words and the tranquility of the melody really affect me…But don’t go think it makes me cry!”

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      Brianna, 26, medical student __

“Someone Like You” by Adele __

“Because the song is sad…especially when you are already sad.”

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Itchy, 11 months, nutcracker 

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“Little Acorns” by The White Stripes   __

“The lyrics are so powerful, about something so magnificent…that I can’t help but cry.                                                        I mean, look at this beauty!”

(showing me his hazelnut of the day)

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