Well, I have been in fashion mode for quite some time because I haven’t done a music post in a minute! So with that being said, I’ve decided to dedicate this post to one of my favorite musicians of all time, Amy Winehouse. As most of us had seen in the past couple years, Amy Winehouse had been going through a particularly low point in her personal life. Being the prominent figure that she is, the public watched along as Amy stumbled around London streets with disheveled hair, tattered clothing, bruises and such…it was such a sad sight to see. One of the most disheartening things in the world is when people who have so much talent & so much potential for greatness allow the ills of life to push them off of their path. Life can be so hard, trust me I know, and incidents can occur that may deter us or break us down to the point where we feel we can no longer continue. But I am here to proclaim that you can continue, no matter what goes wrong in your life. Be it that you are suffering from a broken heart, from a lost job, from a damaged friendship, from an illness, from loneliness, from the loss of a loved one, from anything & everything. As long as you still have that fire in your heart, the willpower to withstand whatever else may come your way, and confidence in yourself, you have the power to rise above your situation and press on towards the goals you wish to achieve!
Thankfully, it looks like Amy is beginning to turn her life around. She just completed a 17 piece clothing line with Fred Perry and is looking very healthy in the advertisements. Also, I have read from various sources that she has begun a series of secret performances all around London. Although this is great news, I am still patiently waiting for her to drop another amazing album because, like I said, she is one of my favorite musicians. Her music is superb; it brings me back to the music of those great soul singers such as Roberta Flack, Sarah Vaughan, Billie Holliday, & Aretha Franklin. I cannot get enough of it. I don't think there is one song that she has created that I don't like.
Here are a few of my top favorites…
In My Bed
Mr. Magic (not by Amy originally but I love her rendition of the song)
You are very motivational! I love the statement you highlighted, it's very true. Nothing should hold us back from reaching our destiny :) And I love Amy Winehouse's music as well, she is really talented.
I don't really listen to her music that much but I like the songs you posted a lot! I'm going to have to listen to the rest of her stuff now lol, thank you for sharing =]
I <3 this blog to bits, this is a really good post! I love Amy, she is my little hot mess ;] JK, I'm so happy to hear she is cleaning up her act! And I agree with Sade Jaye, you really are motivational! I love the way you write, keep it up!
@Sade Jaye, thank you so much! I'm glad my words touched you in some way :)
@Anonymous, I'm glad I was able to put you on to her, she really is outstanding!
@ABIGAIL NY, thank you so much! And I agree, no matter what people may say her talent is undeniable! I just hope she has cleaned up her act completely!
@Yemi U., you always leave the nicest comments, lol. Thank you so much!!
@Tayo.O., haha thank you boo! And you're right. Amy is the shit. And Mr. Magic is such a lovely song, I'm glad I re-exposed you to it :)
@Sing, I hope she does too! Her talent is too great for it to go to waste. Thank you so much for stopping by!
@Stolen from Grandma, yessss, her music is the epitome of soul music..from the lyrics to the beat. Everything is just perfect :) Thank you so much for commenting!
Such a FIERCE post. I've secretly always thought that her giant mess of a beehive hair was actually really cool. Is that weird? WHATEVER DON'T JUDGE ME!
I really, really needed to read something inspirational today and your post was it! I've lost someone who I love so much, more than anything in the world very recently because he has betrayed me and it still hurts every single day but I'm determined to keep moving. Thank you for this! xoxoxooxo
I agree with EVERYTHING you said, she is just AWESOME! Love the SOUL and DEPTH in her voice, she is THEBOMB.COM....her song Tears Dry On Their Own is my ringtone, I always jam to that!
J'adore Amy Winehouse et qu'est ce qu'elle est belle dans le clip de "Stronger Than Me". Pour moi, mon morceau préféré est "Valerie", et n'oublions pas que c'est une très très bonne chanteuse, avec une voix magnifique.
@Lexy @ Quirky Explosion, thanks girl & don't worry, I'm no on to judge anybody else!! :)
@PearlsAndGreenTea, thank you for stopping by!
@Fashion Cappuccino, thank you so so so much for your comment! I'm glad you found some sort of help in my words, it really means a lot to me! And I'm sorry to hear about your friend..I know it is hard & you are probably still hurting but like I said you can still go on! You will be fine :)
@Chay Chay, you're funny!! She really is the bomb though, and I agree about what you said about the depth & soul to her voice..it's too true! And that song really would make a great ringtone :)
@Linda Pochinda, thank you for stopping by!
@Terence Sambo, me too...I am getting impatient though homegirl needs to hurry up! lol :)
@Alicia, I completely agree & I love Back to Black too! I was going to post that video but I figured 4 was already enough lol :)
@Ioana Liliana Gheorghe, she really is an inspiration..her music has an effect on me that very few other musicians can accomplish. It's quite amazing
@WM, she really is unique which I respect so much! It really makes me like her even more.
@agnes, she really did look beautiful in the Stronger Than Me video! And I love Valerie as well, it's such a great song, Mark Ronson does such a great job producing her when he does.
@ching, I miss her too :( But I have hope that she is coming back very very soon :)
Ive just bumped in to your blog and i'mso glad i did! I dont only love your style.. I jus love reading your posts! You write so well:) I really hope Amy gets her life together.. She has such a beautiful voice and so much tallent.. its a shame she became such a junkie.. But yeah.. I hope she comes back stronger! Anyway..im gonna follow you! hope you visit and follow me back! lots of love, from belgium, FASHIONFABRICE
@A & C, you are so welcome! I'm glad you liked my selections lol :)
@Fashion By He, thank you! And I will check out your blog asap!!!
@Cafe Fashionista, thank you! She is one of mine too :) She is truly, truly a remarkable talent!
@Alina A., she really is a great singer! Thank you for stopping by :)
@Sew Inspired, I love "Love is a Losing Game" as well!! Definitely in my top favorites, it really really evokes so many emotions. Her music is amazing.
@Ms.O, yup girl, that song is my JAM!!! And I am so glad I found your other blog, I showed it to my mom and she loves it!
@BenchesandChandeliers, I am too!! Thank you for stopping by :)
@Fashion Fabrice, thank you so much for such a kind comment! It made my day :) And I hope Amy becomes stronger too, she has way too much talent! And I visited your blog and fell in love so I am now following you as well!
@paola, Back to Black is really such a great album and the song is amazing as well!!
I am OBSESSED with Amy Winehouse too! Went to see one of her last ever performances pre-plastic boobs at the Nelson Mandela concert...she is AMAZE!! I miss her :(
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Love, love, love Amy Winehouse!!
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You are very motivational! I love the statement you highlighted, it's very true. Nothing should hold us back from reaching our destiny :) And I love Amy Winehouse's music as well, she is really talented.
ReplyDeleteI don't really listen to her music that much but I like the songs you posted a lot! I'm going to have to listen to the rest of her stuff now lol, thank you for sharing =]
ReplyDeleteLove your blog!!
ReplyDeleteAnd love the selection from Amy's music, regardless of what they say about her, she makes great music!!
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I <3 this blog to bits, this is a really good post!
ReplyDeleteI love Amy, she is my little hot mess ;] JK, I'm so happy to hear she is cleaning up her act! And I agree with Sade Jaye, you really are motivational! I love the way you write, keep it up!
Amy Winehouse is the shit. And you blog is the shit too lol. I love the song Mr. Magic, I hadn't heard it in so long!
ReplyDeletei agree, her music is so soulful! xx
ReplyDelete@UniQly Gra8e, I know, she is absolutely amazing!
ReplyDelete@Sade Jaye, thank you so much! I'm glad my words touched you in some way :)
@Anonymous, I'm glad I was able to put you on to her, she really is outstanding!
@ABIGAIL NY, thank you so much! And I agree, no matter what people may say her talent is undeniable! I just hope she has cleaned up her act completely!
@Yemi U., you always leave the nicest comments, lol. Thank you so much!!
@Tayo.O., haha thank you boo! And you're right. Amy is the shit. And Mr. Magic is such a lovely song, I'm glad I re-exposed you to it :)
@Sing, I hope she does too! Her talent is too great for it to go to waste. Thank you so much for stopping by!
@Stolen from Grandma, yessss, her music is the epitome of soul music..from the lyrics to the beat. Everything is just perfect :) Thank you so much for commenting!
Such a FIERCE post. I've secretly always thought that her giant mess of a beehive hair was actually really cool. Is that weird? WHATEVER DON'T JUDGE ME!
ReplyDeleteGreat post, girl! :)
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Love this post! I agree about Amy Winehouse. :)
ReplyDeleteI really, really needed to read something inspirational today and your post was it! I've lost someone who I love so much, more than anything in the world very recently because he has betrayed me and it still hurts every single day but I'm determined to keep moving. Thank you for this! xoxoxooxo
ReplyDeleteI agree with EVERYTHING you said, she is just AWESOME! Love the SOUL and DEPTH in her voice, she is THEBOMB.COM....her song Tears Dry On Their Own is my ringtone, I always jam to that!
ReplyDeleteAmy is lovely. I agree!
ReplyDeleteWaiting eagerly for her new album
ReplyDeleteI like Amy too! She needs to come out with some more music, Back to Black is my favorite song from her :)
ReplyDeleteAmy can be such an inspiration! I love her songs!
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she is so unique!
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J'adore Amy Winehouse et qu'est ce qu'elle est belle dans le clip de "Stronger Than Me".
ReplyDeletePour moi, mon morceau préféré est "Valerie", et n'oublions pas que c'est une très très bonne chanteuse, avec une voix magnifique.
i love her music. tears dry on their own is my fave. i miss her already. sigh.
ReplyDelete@Lexy @ Quirky Explosion, thanks girl & don't worry, I'm no on to judge anybody else!! :)
ReplyDelete@PearlsAndGreenTea, thank you for stopping by!
@Fashion Cappuccino, thank you so so so much for your comment! I'm glad you found some sort of help in my words, it really means a lot to me! And I'm sorry to hear about your friend..I know it is hard & you are probably still hurting but like I said you can still go on! You will be fine :)
@Chay Chay, you're funny!! She really is the bomb though, and I agree about what you said about the depth & soul to her voice..it's too true! And that song really would make a great ringtone :)
@Linda Pochinda, thank you for stopping by!
@Terence Sambo, me too...I am getting impatient though homegirl needs to hurry up! lol :)
@Alicia, I completely agree & I love Back to Black too! I was going to post that video but I figured 4 was already enough lol :)
@Ioana Liliana Gheorghe, she really is an inspiration..her music has an effect on me that very few other musicians can accomplish. It's quite amazing
@WM, she really is unique which I respect so much! It really makes me like her even more.
@agnes, she really did look beautiful in the Stronger Than Me video! And I love Valerie as well, it's such a great song, Mark Ronson does such a great job producing her when he does.
@ching, I miss her too :( But I have hope that she is coming back very very soon :)
Amy is my very favourite singer! She have such a great, full voice! I hope she won't fall into drugs again... Can't wait for the new CD!
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TOTALLY LOVE HER!!!
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Amy Winehouse! I love her voice! Lol.
ReplyDeleteI am flattered by your comment! you have an amazing blog :) hope to see you again soon!
ReplyDelete@crazy pig, she really does have a full voice! I hope she stays clean too so she can bring us some more good good music!!
ReplyDelete@kdr'S, thank you for stopping by :)
@btd, seriously, i love it too!!
@Tarah Zdunic, you are so welcome! And thank you so much!
Those are all so good! Thanks for sharing!
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I absolutely adore you for featuring Amy Winehouse - she is, and forever will be, one of my favorite artists!! :)
ReplyDeletelove her music, she`s a great singer.xx
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Love is a losing game is my favorite song from Amy Wineshouse. She has such a stong and unique voice. Great post!
ReplyDeleteOhh Eff me pumps is my shiiiiii!!!!!! iLove! Yes you found my other blog...Tehehe..:
ReplyDeleteexcited for amy's comeback :)
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Ive just bumped in to your blog and i'mso glad i did! I dont only love your style.. I jus love reading your posts! You write so well:)
ReplyDeleteI really hope Amy gets her life together.. She has such a beautiful voice and so much tallent.. its a shame she became such a junkie.. But yeah.. I hope she comes back stronger!
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i love amy: so troubled and talented at the same time. I love back to black, it's a classic ;)
ReplyDelete@A & C, you are so welcome! I'm glad you liked my selections lol :)
ReplyDelete@Fashion By He, thank you! And I will check out your blog asap!!!
@Cafe Fashionista, thank you! She is one of mine too :) She is truly, truly a remarkable talent!
@Alina A., she really is a great singer! Thank you for stopping by :)
@Sew Inspired, I love "Love is a Losing Game" as well!! Definitely in my top favorites, it really really evokes so many emotions. Her music is amazing.
@Ms.O, yup girl, that song is my JAM!!! And I am so glad I found your other blog, I showed it to my mom and she loves it!
@BenchesandChandeliers, I am too!! Thank you for stopping by :)
@Fashion Fabrice, thank you so much for such a kind comment! It made my day :) And I hope Amy becomes stronger too, she has way too much talent! And I visited your blog and fell in love so I am now following you as well!
@paola, Back to Black is really such a great album and the song is amazing as well!!
I LOVEE AMY WINEHOUSEE!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI love amy winehouse. she is truly such a talented artist. I hope will put out another album one day.
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LOVE HER! her voice is amazing
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I <3 Amy
ReplyDeleteI am OBSESSED with Amy Winehouse too! Went to see one of her last ever performances pre-plastic boobs at the Nelson Mandela concert...she is AMAZE!! I miss her :(
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