I chose the song "Beverly Hills" by Weezer, because I love listening to the harmony and melody of the song. For some reason, it's a beat that I have always been able to remember since I first heard the song, and "Beverly Hills" has to be one of my most favorite songs, something I have listened to countless times. To complement the amazing melody, I love listening to the lyrics; With most songs I am not able to understand all of the words that are sung, but with "Beverly Hills", I am able to follow the song, almost like a story, so I understand what Weezer is trying to get across as they express their view of the California Dream, specifically the dream of Beverly Hills and Hollywood. Because of its harmonious sound and its simple but meaningful lyrics, "Beverly Hills" is a fantastic song that once again supports the idea that the California Dream is something everyone longs for, but yet the dream is almost unattainable in the mind of the band.
I love this song too. I have been listening to it for years as well since I first heard it in middle school. I completely agree with you about the catchy beat and simple yet insightful lyrics. Weezer does a great job of projecting the idea of a a Beverly Hills paradise which everyone longs to own a slice of. Not only is the song incredible, but so is the accompanying music video. It perfectly portrays what we all imagine the ideal California Dream lifestyle must be like. The video includes everything from expensive convertible cars and beautiful girls to palm trees, sunshine, and huge mansions. Additionally, the fact that it was filmed at the Playboy Mansion just enhances the idea of the California Dream.
ReplyDeleteThis song phenomenally illustrates the California Dream as what people from outside California believe it to be. They talk about how pathetic their lifestyle was, but seem to believe that if they only lived in Beverly Hills everything would become better. This claim is supported in the music video by showing the large homes, people having fun by the pool, good looking girls, and happy people everywhere. I do agree with you that the song carries out a sort of story and it is something all of us can relate to. The beat just draws you in and the chorus is so passionate and bold that after hearing this song I am excited to go find my own part of the California Dream.
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