Tag Archives: song analysis

The High Road

Posted on January 5, 2014 by nathanalbright

In 2010, I was involved in a lengthy crisis where a massively difficult matter was the sort of road one should take in one’s behavior. One can do the right things for the wrong reasons, and one can be on … Continue reading →

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Psalm 67: Let All The Peoples Praise You

Posted on December 29, 2013 by nathanalbright

One of the rewards of taking a close examination of the Book of Psalms is a realization of how universal the biblical ideal was from the very beginning. It is commonly and mistakenly thought that the Mosaic covenant (popularly, but … Continue reading →

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Sirens

Posted on October 25, 2013 by nathanalbright

There is an intriguing sort of pleasure in seeing the maturation and development of a band and a poet. As someone who started writing poems as a child, and who still writes them on occasion when the mood strikes, I … Continue reading →

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Breathe (2 AM)

Posted on August 15, 2013 by nathanalbright

In honor of last night’s experience trying to sleep [1], I decided it would be a good thing to reflect on a song that has long been a favorite of mine, but one which I have held back in reviewing … Continue reading →

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It’s Where My Demons Hide

Posted on July 20, 2013 by nathanalbright

I would like to comment at the outset, lest anyone expect a deeply uncomfortable and salaciously personal entry, that I do not write this entry about my own personal demons, such as they are. Certainly my own life experiences and … Continue reading →

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Psalm 13: Will You Forget Me Forever?

Posted on June 23, 2013 by nathanalbright

In times of trial and distress, when my heart is full of sorrows and deep reflection, especially when trials seem to last forever, there are a few psalms that provide some sense of comfort. Part of the comfort of the … Continue reading →

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Psalm 34: Many Are The Afflictions Of The Righteous

Posted on May 4, 2013 by nathanalbright

In times of great trouble and trials, it is important to keep an eye on the larger perspective. All too often we may be only focused on ourselves, and may not see the larger context of our trials and tribulations. … Continue reading →

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No One Is To Blame

Posted on March 31, 2013 by nathanalbright

From childhood, I have appreciated and enjoyed the music of Howard Jones, and not coincidentally he is among the long list of names that I plan on writing about concerning his deserved place in the Rock & Roll Hall of … Continue reading →

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Psalm 39: For I Am A Stranger With You

Posted on February 19, 2013 by nathanalbright

Psalm 39 is one of at least three psalms that seems to reflect a knowledge of the book of Job on the part of David (along with Psalm 139 and Psalm 8 [1] [2]). Clearly, the existence of three psalms … Continue reading →

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Psalm 49: Why Should I Fear In The Days Of Evil?

Posted on February 10, 2013 by nathanalbright

Psalm 49 is in many ways a curious psalm in terms of its location within the Book of Psalms, and is a rather obscure psalm despite being of interest in terms of its meaning. As the last psalm in the … Continue reading →

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