One of my favourite songs is ‘Make your own kind of Music’
The words speak for themselves and has become something like a personal anthem for me and my family
Being true to yourself is not as easy as it sounds and the lyrics are a reminder that one can experience disappointment and heartache just for being yourself and that it can be a lonely path – but that is okay.
It also reminds us to be tolerant because it is futile to expect other people to sing the same song or dance the same steps and, when the time comes, to let go of hands that will not hold yours in solidarity
Plus it is a great song to sing to, very loudly and, in my case rather off key, but fun nonetheless!
You can listen to the Lyrics for Life playlist on YouTube
We would love to add to our Lyrics for Life playlist. If you would like to tell us about a song that means a lot to you, please email EHSCP.communications@edinburgh.gov.uk and tell us the song you would like to add to the playlist and why.
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