How Music Gives Voice to My Inner World

In my journey as a singer-songwriter, I've come to a profound realization: I might become the artist who speaks through her music, saying the things I'd never utter in person. My songs are more than just melodies and lyrics; they are the echoes of my inner thoughts, the whispered secrets of my soul. This blog post is a window into how my music has become a vessel for expressing what I often find too difficult to articulate in everyday conversation.

Music as My Confidant

From my formative years, songwriting has been my way of processing emotions and experiences. My journey began with a transition from writing poetry to crafting intricate melodies. As a teenager, I discovered my innate love for words, rhymes, and the evocative power of music—a passion nurtured through spirited games of Boggle and Scrabble with my mother. Despite harboring a deep-seated appreciation for the art of songwriting, I initially shied away from the spotlight, finding solace in the creation rather than the performance of my compositions. It’s an intimate conversation between me and my thoughts. Often, I find it easier to pour my heart out into a song than to share my feelings face-to-face. Through music, I can be vulnerable, honest, and open without the fear of immediate judgment or misunderstanding.

The Stories I Tell

Each song I write is a chapter of my unspoken stories. They are filled with the raw, unfiltered emotions that I might hesitate to share directly. Whether it's the pain of rejection, the joy of love, or the complexity of human relationships, my music encapsulates these moments with a clarity and depth that I struggle to convey verbally.

One of the first songs I ever performed was at an open-mic night in high school. A girl with more drive to pursue a singing career approached me afterward, asking if she could pay me for my song so she could sing it instead. I was semi-flattered, and semi-offended. It was the start of feeling seen for my songwriting skills but feeling my singing should be silenced.

What's been incredible is seeing how my listeners connect with my songs. People tell me they feel understood and seen through my music. It's as if my songs speak to their own unspoken feelings and experiences. This connection is profound because it shows that while I might struggle to express myself in conversation, my music bridges that gap, creating a shared emotional space with my audience.

One of the most powerful aspects of songwriting is its ability to expose my vulnerabilities. In a world where we often feel pressured to maintain a facade of strength and composure, my songs allow me to be authentically myself. This authenticity resonates with people because it's real and relatable. It's a reminder that we all have unspoken thoughts and feelings, and it's okay to give them a voice.

I sometimes joke that my music is my way of having a silent conversation with the world. Each lyric, each note, is a piece of my heart that I've chosen to share. And in return, my listeners respond with their own silent conversations, their own reflections and emotions. It's a beautiful, cyclical exchange of understanding and empathy.

Moving Forward

As I continue on this musical journey, I'm embracing this role. I want to keep writing songs that say the things I might never say in person. I want my music to be a safe space for both me and my listeners, a place where we can explore the depths of our emotions together.

So, to anyone who listens to my music: thank you for being part of this silent conversation. 

Thank you for hearing the words I struggle to say and for finding pieces of your own story in mine. Together, we're creating a symphony of unspoken truths, and that's a beautiful thing.

Stay tuned for more songs, more stories, and more unspoken words. Let's continue this journey together, one melody at a time.

With love and music, Sarah