How Music Has the Power to Lift You Up, Feel Blue, and Dance Like Nobody’s Watching

Michael Ducote
3 min readMar 31, 2023

Oh, the power of music! It’s incredible how it can take us on a rollercoaster ride of emotions — lifting us when we’re feeling down, making us feel blue when we want to wallow in self-pity, and making us dance like nobody’s watching (even though they probably are).
I experienced the incredible power of music during my morning run. I was exhausted, my legs felt like lead, my lungs burned, and my mind screamed at me to stop. And then, out of nowhere, Facu Russo’s “I Wouldn’t Be Mad” started playing on my playlist. Suddenly, my legs felt lighter, my mind cleared, and a huge smile spread across my face. I was energized, and I finished my run with ease.
But music isn’t just for happy times. There are days when I wake up feeling blue, and the world seems dreary. On those days, I turn to Keith Urban’s “Blue Ain’t Your Color,” and suddenly, everything feels right again. The music washes over me like a warm blanket, and I feel relaxed and at peace. It’s like magic.
And when I’m in the mood to party and let loose, my wife and I turn to David Guetta. We dance and sing like nobody’s watching, even though our daughters roll their eyes and tell us to stop embarrassing them. But we don’t care. When the music is on, we’re in our own little world.
Now, let’s talk about Bad Bunny. When “Neverita” comes on, I know I’m being foolish and that my moves are ridiculous. My daughters hate it when I start making his moves, but I can’t help it. The music just takes over, and I move in ways I never thought possible.
And then there’s Erasure, The Killers, or Bruno Mars. Whenever “A Little Respect,” “Mr. Brightside,” or “Marry You” comes on, I turn into a madman. I start singing at the top of my lungs, dancing like a fool, and making a spectacle of myself. It’s like the music permits me to let loose and have fun. And you know what? I couldn’t care less. I don’t care who’s watching, who’s criticizing, or who’s filming me. Bring it on!
So, what is it about music that has this unique power over us? I don’t know, but I’m grateful for it. Music is like a friend that’s always there for us, no matter what. It can lift us up when we’re feeling down, make us feel nostalgic for times gone by, and make us dance like nobody’s watching. It’s a powerful force, and I’m glad to have it in my life.
In conclusion, music is the one thing that can make me feel all the feels. It’s like a magic wand that can lift me up when I’m feeling down, make me feel blue when I want to wallow in self-pity, and make me dance like nobody’s watching. It’s incredible how a few notes can have such a profound effect on our moods and emotions. So, the next time you’re feeling down or need a pick-me-up, turn on some music and let it work its magic. Just close your eyes, listen, and let your body, mind, and soul find their way.

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Michael Ducote

Learned how to smile late in life. Family first. Father, husband, businessman. I am a creature of Habits. I’ll share experiences about life, business and Health