The song I chose is 'Bigger Than My Body' by John Mayer. This song connects to overall identity as people try to discover who they are amidst all the negativity, pressure and judgement from others (peers, family, society, media). The lyrics speak of breaking out of one's own body and being someone bigger than their body can physically/visually let them be. This relates to identity because as humans, we all want to be the best that we can be and we naturally aim to be the best in something we enjoy. This song shares perhaps the struggle and negativity received from other people, barring the way to our true identity. However, it conveys the message that it is possible to break through the opinions of others and become who you want to be and who you were meant to be. Also, the lyrics state the wanting to be noticed and remembered by other people, a natural tendency for human beings. Through self growth and self confidence, one can strengthen themselves and follow the path of who they feel like they are called to be. In the end, the song is conveying a strong message of being who you naturally are meant to be: your true identity, to live your life out as the biggest person you can be.
Good choice of song and insight as you talk about the song.:)
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