On the same emotional level, I was disturbed when Gov. Barnes recently linked Jesus to the choice of the new Georgia flag in a much televised remark. I would have been impressed if the remark had been personal, but Barnes crossed an important line by implying that Christianity is the religion of all and not separating Church and State. This week, as I had a manicure at an Asian family's nail salon, I noticed a discreetly placed altar for Buddha, enhanced by a bowl of gleaming oranges and fresh flowers. Again, I was touched by a lone statement of faith tucked into the hectic business day. There is a reason that much of the music in the past rivals that of current trends.
Life influences art which influences life.
There is not much current subject matter in life or art to keep that cycle vital and potent. Maybe much of the music of this era won't be remembered. Emotions such as joy, sadness, anger and fear are timeless. When they are well portrayed in music, songs have the potential to become timeless. Lyrics should be stating something relevant, viable, and thought provoking, but all too often were left with a looped beat, a siren sound and someone bragging about how rich and bad-assed he is with all of his ladies.