Music Can Change The World

This is another sign I made to hang above my workspace. To remind me always why I do what I do.

I got into the music business for the same, perhaps cliche, reason that so many people I know did. Because music was there for me in my darkest, loneliest and also my happiest times. Because music allowed me to feel connected to others - to the artist that delivered it, to the fans that loved it, and, most importantly, to myself. 

It would remind me that so many people have had a similar experience to whatever I was going through, or it just allowed me to let loose and enjoy the moment.

I’ve often heard artists or people working in the music industry diminish the importance of what they’re doing in the world. Especially in heavy times of crisis (y’know, like a global pandemic or the threat of a third world war for example), they’ll say things like “we’re not saving lives here.”

But what if that’s exactly what we’re doing?

Exactly 37 years ago on March 7, 1985, “We Are The World” was released - a charity single bringing together superstars like Lionel Richie and Michael Jackson and raised more than $100 million for humanitarian aid.

I remember as a kid, walking down the street with a friend and just singing this song at the top of our lungs. Feeling so deeply- so connected to my friend I was with but also to the whole world- knowing the whole world was singing that song and that it was doing so much good.

That’s just one example of how music can be literally saving lives on a global scale.

But what about on a more individual level?

How many people in the depths of a depression hear that one song that changes everything for them? 

I know that happened to me- time and time again.

How many people who have trouble really identifying their feelings and getting into their bodies are able to fully feel a song and dance if they need to dance or cry if they need to cry?

How many people who feel disconnected from other people hear that one song come on the radio and are able to just sing along and CONNECT?!

Serena Hicks, one my coaches, shared a story in her Instagram stories. She was waiting in line at a bakery and a Taylor Swift song came on. In that moment, she, the person in front of her, in back of her, and at the register all started singing along and dancing. In that moment, 4 people across age spans, background and walks of life CONNECTED.

Even if that’s all music did- that in itself changes the world. 

How different would our world be if everyone really felt those deep moments of connection with others? With people so different than they are?

How different would our world be if everyone took the time to connect to themselves- to feel their emotions, be aware of their thoughts, and be present in the moment?

For me, coaching and music go hand in hand. They are both powerful tools connection, contribution and impact.

It’s why I do what I do.

Because the more people who are managing their minds, their emotions and truly showing up as their authentic selves and putting their unique magic out into the world…. the more the world can change for the better.

So whether you’re an artist creating the music, or someone working in the industry and helping the music get out into the world…. your work is essential. You ARE changing the world, and even saving lives.

And there are always even more ways you can use your talents for good.

What song or artist makes your world better?

P.S. If you’re a mission-driven person in the music biz, and you’d like some more personalized support so you can connect to your WHY, show up authentically, and use your talents to change the world (even if it’s just one person’s world!)… I would love to help. 

CLICK HERE to schedule a free consult and let’s get started changing the world together!