Are you feeling down? Are you having emotional issues? Many people today experience emotional problems, and some would express how they feel on their social media account, wishing to lift their moods. At times like this, music would be the best answer.
According to WHO, 264 million people today of all ages experience depression worldwide, and here in the United States, there are 16.2 million adults with a major depressive disorder. Every American adult has one episode or event that can trigger a depression every year.
Meanwhile, songs reflect human emotions, and while there are songs of sadness, there are also those that intend to uplift the listeners' feelings. These songs are best for that suffersing from unexplainable sadness. Here are some of the songs that can uplift your minds and emotions in times of depression.
Steady My Heart - Kari Jobe
The first song on this list is a Christian song. According to a short review by Christian Today, the song reminds us that when everything is falling, God is always there, and you can call for His intervention. The song deliberately pictures a person wanting God's response that the singer needs, and it also described her praise to The Almighty.
Younger Now - Miley Cyrus
Miley Cyrus is one of those singers who can uplift your soul with her songs. Younger Now is all about embracing change and forgetting or letting go of all past mistakes. It is the perfect background music for people who are hung up to their pasts, for those who find it hard to let go of things, events, or people. Cyrus's songs are mostly catchy and cute.
Cut to the Feeling - Carly Rae Jepsen
Jepsen, hitmaker of the song "Call me Maybe?" released another song that can relieve your stress and allow you to continue with life, letting go of regret. Just turn on your radio, streaming app, or any other listening app to listen to this song.
Before the Morning - Josh Wilson
If you are having problems that seem to be overwhelming and your plans do not seem to be working, this song reminds you that God has plans for you. This song makes you focus on the now.
Rose-Colored Boy - Paramore
Yes, even Paramore, the band known for its Emo music, also brings you uplifting songs. In the song Rose-Colored Boy, Paramore describes how optimistic people see the world that surrounds them. The song is perfect for people who are having pessimistic and depressing thoughts and showing that there is a light at the end of a tunnel, no matter how long the tunnel is.
Songs set moods. The lyrics, the melody, the beat, all these have roles to play in setting the mood. It is this quality that makes songs perfect for changing how we feel. While some songs make us sad, many would make us happy. Thus, in times of sorrow, turn on that music player and play a feel-good music. Let it linger in the background.
