Apart from being a place where you get a lot of love, care, good food, unsought-for attention, and a warm bed to snuggle-in all throughout; recently the word "home" has developed a completely new definition inside my head. It is a place where you long (or sometimes, crave) to be in, only as long as you are already there! Once you reach home, all the yearning vanishes so fast that you start thinking about all the other places you could be in that moment.
P.S.: I can't believe I am writing this just two days into my stay at home! P.P.S.: Hearty congratulations to all the junta who have gotten placed so far. \m/ To all those still remaining, all the very best. It'll happen soon, guys.
The insti hospital never gets boring. Sometimes there are stories about the nurses popping-in pills into the patients through the passage from which things are only meant to be egested. Other times, stories about the mis-diagnosis of the diseases of patients go around. These days, the holy sanctum is serving as a home for a couple of new occupants who roam about freely and with unmerited pride in the wards, OPD, casualty etc. Refer pictures above. What are we looking into now? Feline flu!?
I am not sure whether you have been acquainted with this before, but certain events have made me realize recently that almost everything in life follows the bell-curve. They start off from null to reach a peak, but as time progresses, they plummet to reach a point where you once started. It can be your likes/dislikes, your relationships with people, your performance/efficiency, etc. The list is unending. Although a perfect conundrum prevails on the fact where the graph goes hereon. Its for us to decide, or is it?
Long time since I had last been here. Feeling a bit rusty. Still I shall proceed. Currently I am pursuing a two-fold objective in life; viz. build up my body and build up my vocabulary. The rationale for the former being a desperate departure from the image of 'roly poly' which I currently hold, and that for the latter being a desperate departure from this country. The one thing which is common while I am working towards either of those objectives is songs. Beats and lyrics have to fall onto my ear drums throughout the day lest I get restless. Here are certain songs which form my 'Unforgettable' playlist. Its either the music, the lyrics, the singer, the video, or the complete package that appeals to me. Being very catholic in my taste of music, the playlist includes songs across all genres. Let us begin:
Now that she's back in the atmosphere...: THE best and complete song I've ever heard! In 1998, the band group TRAIN were struggling for a single that would bring them to fame, to the limelight. Instead of getting a much desired song, the lead singer Pat Monahan got the news of a tragic loss of his mother due to cancer. On one of the gloomy nights, Pat got up from sleep and had these words "back in the atmosphere" in his mind. The next morning, the group was up with the song 'Drops of Jupiter', which won the the Grammy that year. So tell me, did the wind sweep you off your feet? ... and that you missed me while you were looking for yourself out there.
Its a love story, baby, just say yes: This American young upcoming star just amazes with her cutesy and charm. The song 'Love story' takes you to a fairy world full of princes and princesses. The story may seem starkly utopian to many but it has that cherubic enchantment that bowls you out. This song has been on the top of US charts. I love Taylor Alison Swift. ...you were Romeo, you were throwing pebbles; And my daddy said stay away from Juliet.
...the only thing that keeps me wishing on a wishing star: Another single from the princess; this time more soulful, more worldly, more pragmatic and even appealing. If you have actually played guitar on your bed during the sleepless nights, you can very well appreciate what Taylor Swift means to convey in 'Teardrops on my guitar'. One might conclude that these songs have invoked the girly side of me. I am afraid to say that you are mistaken. Its a feeling that is not restricted to girls. Listen to the song and you'll know. ...the only one who's got enough of me to break my heart.
Toss the feathers:Surprised to find a lyric-less Irish jingle in the list? Well, hear it to believe it. Andrea corr on the tin-whistle, Sharon on the violin, Caroline on the percussions and their, seemingly gay, brother on the piano; THE CORRS are just brilliant. It will set your feet tapping. I still wonder why is it called 'Toss the feathers' though. If somebody finds out, be kind and let me know.
Its the book of my days, its the book of my life: This song should come with a statutory warning: Shouldn't be heard when you are feeling low. The beautifully written lyrics find place in almost every person's lives. The sitar played by Anoushka Shankar in 'The book of my life' is amazing. There are promises broken and promises kept; Angry words that were spoken when I should have wept.
Where do we go, where do we go now: One of the best songs of GnR. I am sure the catchy guitar riff in the beginning of the song would have caught your attention and set your heart beating to the rhythm. The bass supplements both the guitar and the percussion. She's got a smile that it seems to me........ Whoa..sweet child O' mine.
..and I won't let go: This song was composed by Sum 41 for the TV series Gossip girl. I haven't actually watched the whole series but I have seen the part where it plays on the background while certain two people make love on the screen. Totally fits! I believe the lyrics of the song 'With me' are a bit darker than they are depicted to be. ...these words are my heart and soul; I'll hold on to this moment you know, coz I bleed my heart out to show and I won't let go.
I am just the pieces of the man I used to be: A beautiful number from the good ol' gay band 'Queen'. FYI, the homo-sexual lead singer of Queen dies of AIDS. How ironical! I heard this song for the first time in LM groups @ IITM where the singer had completely ruined the song but still the tune caught my ears. I know many people who can relate to the lyrics, which are a bit dark. Too much love will kill you, if you can't make up your mind; Torn between the lover and the love you leave behind.
I will pause here and will continue with the list in my upcoming posts. Feel free to suggest some of the songs from your 'Unforgettable' playlist.
Let me make this clear first that the title of this post in no wayreflects my desire/disgust about the concept of penis enlargement and also whether I need it or not. I was browsing through net one day to while away my leisure time. With my dad sitting on a different system beside me, I had to stay away from anything that might ruin 'good-homely boy' image with him. I came across some article which I thought was worth sharing with my dad. What I totally overlooked was this image on the top of the page before I called on him to read:
Just when the realization dawned, I scrolled down a bit towards the middle of the page,while my dad was still reading it, only to find this image:
"Fk!!!" I used my entire energy not to stare at this image and started whistling,crooning in haste and embarrassment. Thankfully my dad finished quickly and by the time I scrolled down to the bottom of the page, the following image awaited:
Now that was it. I closed the tab immediately. After my dad turned back to his work, I took a sigh of relief and opened that tab again to have a good look. I have never loathed anything more than this advertisement. Its practically everywhere, on every page of every site. Once I saw a "provide feedback" link along with the ad. I did provide my feedback to those blithering idiots, the advertisers and even gave my e-mail id for them to respond. Never heard from them yet! My suggestion to the advertisers of Vimax: Please do not taint the regular "family" sites with your stupid ads. There are certain sites (and I'm sure with immense amount of hits) where you can engulf the entire web page and nobody would mind. Leave me alone!
Recently I came across one article which mentioned that Rakhi Sawant has got surgery done on her face to look more beautiful! (Are you kidding me?) When I saw the 'Before' and 'After' pics, all I could think of, in comparison, is this:
Air Deccan Kingfisher Red
I dislike both, to the core!
PS: Does anybody else believe that Rakhi Sawant is a ladyboy?
Coke Studio embodies a musical fusion of exciting elements and diverse influences, ranging from traditional eastern, modern western and regionally inspired music.
Let me make it clearer. One chap thought of a concept wherein various music artists just come together, jam and perform. Another chap thought why not air these sessions on TV and make some bucks out of it. And you know what, it worked!
“Coke studio”, the name might sound stupid to some, funny to others. Someone even suggested that it is the name of a new pesticide! But I feel it’s cool in its own weird way. Now let’s talk about their sessions. I have just two words for what they play: Brilliant improvisation. They invite various artists across Pakistan and work on their songs. By the time they finish, the songs have been transformed so beautifully in a way which you cannot even imagine! Total rearrangement of music. You will have to listen to them to appreciate fully. Its like a sanjeevani booti for any ardent lover of music. For not-so-ardent-music-lovers, it’ll just be good pleasing and soothing music. If nothing else, watch their episodes for the two chicks who provide backing vocals and harmony.
Coke studio has paid me nothing to advertise their content through my blog or my google-talk. Its just that, since it is not being telecast in India, I want people out here to be aware that such brilliant stuff exists. Here’s my crib: Why not in India? Why are we fed that foolish saas-bahu crap day in and day out? These soaps have become such an obsession that every episode is telecast four times a day. No kidding. I’m not sure whether its the viewers’ obsession or the producer’s dirty trick (you know, if fed in large frequent quantities, even bitter medicine starts tasting good).
Anyway, I hope I get to see such shows in India soon. Although I can’t help but write a sweet little note to President Zardari: “There’s a lot of amazing talent possessed by people of your country. Encourage THEM and not ISI.”
Coke studio is into its season 2 now. I wish them success and hope they continue to provide good music.
Before I bid good-bye, I would insist you all to listen to their songs. It’s free download if you will. My strong recommendations:
