The best song when your feeling sorry for yourself

[spunko12345]

When I listen to this I get a bit of dust in my eye

[AxlsAngel]

Phil Fuckin' Collins - He just doesn't CARE anymore

I don't make a habit of feeling sorry for myself 'cause it's one of the absolute worst states of mind to be in, but this is my ultimate "attitude/F-you" theme song.

[Spuffy78]

Phil Fuckin' Collins - He just doesn't CARE anymore

I don't make a habit of feeling sorry for myself 'cause it's one of the absolute worst states of mind to be in, but this is my ultimate "attitude/F-you" theme song.

Do you like Phil Collins? I've been a big Genesis fan ever since the release of their 1980 album, Duke. Before that, I really didn't understand any of their work. Too artsy, too intellectual. It was on Duke where Phil Collins' presence became more apparent. I think Invisible Touch was the group's undisputed masterpiece. It's an epic meditation on intangibility. At the same time, it deepens and enriches the meaning of the preceding three albums. Christy, take off your robe. Listen to the brilliant ensemble playing of Banks, Collins and Rutherford. You can practically hear every nuance of every instrument. Sabrina, remove your dress. In terms of lyrical craftsmanship, the sheer songwriting, this album hits a new peak of professionalism. Sabrina, why don't you, uh, dance a little. Take the lyrics to Land of Confusion. In this song, Phil Collins addresses the problems of abusive political authority. In Too Deep is the most moving pop song of the 1980s, about monogamy and commitment. The song is extremely uplifting. Their lyrics are as positive and affirmative as anything I've heard in rock. Christy, get down on your knees so Sabrina can see your asshole. Phil Collins' solo career seems to be more commercial and therefore more satisfying, in a narrower way. Especially songs like In the Air Tonight and Against All Odds. Sabrina, don't just stare at it, eat it. But I also think Phil Collins works best within the confines of the group, than as a solo artist, and I stress the word artist. This is Sussudio, a great, great song, a personal favorite.

[Bucketslash]

I'm a bigger fan of genesis before collins. I didn't enjoy the powertrio work for that era and thought it wasn't as thought provoking or interesting

I love the lamb lies down on broadway

Edited September 24, 2009 by Bucketslash

[Estranged Reality]

If you don't cry, you're a poophead.

[Black Sabbath]

This makes me feel good, all of the time.

[Bucketslash]

If you don't cry, you're a poophead.

i get it. but at the same time, it's too...

like, the dead pan delivery, i get that it's supposed to be some quiet mumbling of someone depressed, and the feedback in the background symbolizing the pain, and the drum being the dull thud of a heart beat and etc., but it's honestly too chaotic. the feedback clashes with the other instruments and washes over, the vocals are too low, the acoustic is there for the actual accompaniment, and I get it, but i can't get into it. the feedback pulls me away from it instead of drawing me in. like a barbwire fence that while i'm supposed to appreciate the symbolism of but can't because i keep touching the barbs and getting cut when i lean in for the rest of it

[Estranged Reality]

If you don't cry, you're a poophead.

i get it. but at the same time, it's too...

like, the dead pan delivery, i get that it's supposed to be some quiet mumbling of someone depressed, and the feedback in the background symbolizing the pain, and the drum being the dull thud of a heart beat and etc., but it's honestly too chaotic. the feedback clashes with the other instruments and washes over, the vocals are too low, the acoustic is there for the actual accompaniment, and I get it, but i can't get into it. the feedback pulls me away from it instead of drawing me in. like a barbwire fence that while i'm supposed to appreciate the symbolism of but can't because i keep touching the barbs and getting cut when i lean in for the rest of it

Valid comments, but for me it just "clicks" -- there's something I find to be very beautiful about it. For me, it captures that feeling you get when you're coming down from a high -- sort of an understated, quiet but chaotic pain. And the lyrics are so simplistic yet I relate to them very much.

That said, I have to be in the mood. That's the thing about a topic like this -- there are a whole variety of songs I turn to when I'm feeling sad. Sometimes it's the quieter stuff; sometimes it's "Free Bird."

Edited September 24, 2009 by Estranged Reality

[steve-o]

happy go lucky music

[FuddMckagan]

If I'm in that kinda mood, I usually listen to either Down In A Hole or Nutshell by Alice In Chains.

I don't like to be in that mood too often though, so after I'll listen to Them Bones or Dam That River. Yay AIC

[Malicious Matt]

If I'm in that kinda mood, I usually listen to either Down In A Hole or Nutshell by Alice In Chains.

I don't like to be in that mood too often though, so after I'll listen to Them Bones or Dam That River. Yay AIC

Grunge is usually my cup of tea for me being down on myself too.

Those you mentioned by AIC, Indifference by Pearl Jam, Boot Camp by Soundgarden and such.

[sweetness]

Phil Fuckin' Collins - He just doesn't CARE anymore

I don't make a habit of feeling sorry for myself 'cause it's one of the absolute worst states of mind to be in, but this is my ultimate "attitude/F-you" theme song.

Do you like Phil Collins? I've been a big Genesis fan ever since the release of their 1980 album, Duke. Before that, I really didn't understand any of their work. Too artsy, too intellectual. It was on Duke where Phil Collins' presence became more apparent. I think Invisible Touch was the group's undisputed masterpiece. It's an epic meditation on intangibility. At the same time, it deepens and enriches the meaning of the preceding three albums. Christy, take off your robe. Listen to the brilliant ensemble playing of Banks, Collins and Rutherford. You can practically hear every nuance of every instrument. Sabrina, remove your dress. In terms of lyrical craftsmanship, the sheer songwriting, this album hits a new peak of professionalism. Sabrina, why don't you, uh, dance a little. Take the lyrics to Land of Confusion. In this song, Phil Collins addresses the problems of abusive political authority. In Too Deep is the most moving pop song of the 1980s, about monogamy and commitment. The song is extremely uplifting. Their lyrics are as positive and affirmative as anything I've heard in rock. Christy, get down on your knees so Sabrina can see your asshole. Phil Collins' solo career seems to be more commercial and therefore more satisfying, in a narrower way. Especially songs like In the Air Tonight and Against All Odds. Sabrina, don't just stare at it, eat it. But I also think Phil Collins works best within the confines of the group, than as a solo artist, and I stress the word artist. This is Sussudio, a great, great song, a personal favorite.

[axlslash]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yu_moia-oVI

Makes me cry every time

[back_in_black]

It's an old song I know, but it always does the trick when I feel sorry for myself.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8smO4VS9134

Edited September 24, 2009 by back_in_black

[hans_moleman]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kxkYVIcVIaU

[Pico]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kxkYVIcVIaU

This, a million times.

Also:

[Axia]

[Bansidhe]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOgQv9NWlds

[AtariLegend]

"Street Of Dreams"

[emilus_]

Neil Young - Ambulance blues

[dirtylenny]

TWAT

That Batchelor one Tom Waits does off Nighthawks.

Edited September 28, 2009 by dirtylenny

[ThinkAboutYou]

I know it's lame but always makes me feel good

it's a real chick song

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSF2S2SXodg

Queens Don't Stop Me Now

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58CJih1iYC0

Natalie Imbruglia's Torn

Edited September 28, 2009 by ThinkAboutYou